Ilford Ilfostop Stop Bath - 500 ml

The citric acid formula really does keep the smell down compared to other stop baths I've tried. It stops development instantly with a quick rinse, and the 500 ml bottle has lasted me through several sessions without issue.

I love how easy it is to tell when this stop bath is exhausted—the color change is so clear that you never have to guess. The citric acid formula really does cut down on the sharp chemical smell compared to the other stop baths I’ve used. My negatives come out perfectly clear every time, and the 500

The indicator dye going from purple to clear is such a simple visual cue, it’s saved me from over-guessing in the darkroom. Mixed a batch for my prints and it stopped development instantly without that sharp vinegar sting I’m used to.