8 Best Dishwasher Products According to Consumer Reviews

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Once, dishwashers were used only in catering places, and an ordinary housewife could only dream of them. But those days have passed, and now in many kitchens you can find a useful and necessary unit, which has become one of the main assistants in homework. In order for it to serve for a long time, and at the same time the dishes are well cleaned, it is necessary to choose a special detergent.

Modern manufacturers of household chemicals offer three types, which differ in consistency and composition.

1. Tablets are the most common type. They combine several functions: they wash dishes, soften water, protect and care for the unit. They contain salt to prevent the formation of plaque, an air conditioner to remove unpleasant odors, and a rinse aid to protect appliances from stains.

2. Powder is an economical option that copes well with dirt, but has its drawbacks: it can be poured past the compartment, it sometimes scratches the glass, it does not contain rinse aid and components that care for and protect the unit.

3. Gel is the safest type for the car. It effectively removes heavy dirt, does not contain abrasive substances, softens and dissolves well in water, it is convenient to pour it into the compartment. Suitable for dishes made of any material.

Which type is better to choose so that the kitchen utensils are perfectly cleaned without spoiling, and the machine is reliably protected from limescale? Our experts have compiled a rating of the best dishwasher detergents from household chemicals manufacturers that fully meet consumer needs.

Rating of the best dishwasher detergents

Nomination	a place	Name of product	Rating
The best dishwasher tablets	1	Finish All in 1	4.9
	2	Somat “Gold”	4.8
	3	Nordland	4.7
Best Dishwasher Powders	1	Somat “Standard”	4.9
	2	Bravix	4.8
	3	“Lotta ”	4.7
The best dishwasher gels	1	TOP HOUSE ALL IN 1	4.9
	2	Lion “Charmy”	4.8

The best dishwasher tablets

Tablets are universal dishwasher detergents that gently and at the same time effectively deal with dirt, protect dishes from damage, give them shine and shine. Many manufacturers develop special formulas that additionally look after and protect the unit, significantly increasing its service life.

Finish All in 1

Rating: 4.9

The most popular dishwasher detergent among Russian buyers, which has long been proven to be effective in all types of dishes, including glass, stainless steel and porcelain. Formulated with oxygenated bleach and enzymes to remove stubborn dirt and yellow deposits. The product is safe for health: it contains no chlorine and fragrance.

Thanks to the salt, rinse aid and hard water softener in Finish All in 1, it not only cleans kitchen appliances, but also protects the appliance from limescale and scale build-up. Perfect gloss and odorlessness are the main advantages noted by customers after using it.

The tablets have 3 layers, which are responsible for cleansing, protecting and rinsing. They dissolve quickly even with short operating cycles and work well at low temperatures.

Advantages

• effectively removes dirt;

• flawless shine;

• scale protection;

• without fragrances;

• does not form streaks;

• antibacterial effect.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Somat “Gold”

Rating: 4.8

The rated Somat “Gold” tablets, thanks to a special formula, effectively deal with burnt food residues without pre-soaking. They are suitable for stainless steel, glass, porcelain. Painted plates and glasses are not damaged, the patterns are preserved even with frequent washing.

The product has high protective properties: it prevents the formation of limescale and significantly extends the life of the unit. The product dissolves quickly even at low temperatures.

The tablets remove coffee and tea deposits from glass glasses, add a mirror-like shine to stainless steel and silver products, neutralize unpleasant odors, and give freshness. Due to its quick drying, streaks do not form on the devices.

Advantages

• soaking effect;

• for all types of dishes;

• fast drying;

• maximum protection against scale;

• does not contain chlorine;

• dissolves easily.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Nordland

Rating: 4.7

Nordland is an eco-friendly, biodegradable dishwasher tablet that has no harmful effects on human health and the environment. The composition does not contain chlorine, phosphates, dyes, fragrances and other aggressive chemicals. Perfectly cleans stubborn dirt from glassware, steel, silver, porcelain, items with patterns.

A special formula with active oxygen helps to remove plaque from tea and coffee, cleanse of burnt food residues. Safe composition allows you to use a detergent for washing baby accessories.

The tablets consist of several layers, each of which, gradually dissolving, performs its function: it perfectly cleans kitchen appliances, prevents scale formation, reliably protects fragile products from damage.

Advantages

• environmentally friendly;

• suitable for any material;

• convenient use;

• biodegradable film;

• acceptable price.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Best Dishwasher Powders

The powders presented in our rating perfectly fulfill their main function – they help to wash dishes from stubborn dirt and quickly cope with a large number of cutlery in a short time. When using them, it is advisable to add special substances to protect the heating elements from scale and plaque.

Somat “Standard”

Rating: 4.9

Somat “Standard” does not contain chlorine, effectively cleans kitchen and cutlery, does not leave streaks, gives them freshness and pleasant aroma. Economical consumption allows using it for 90-100 sinks. Packing with a dispenser and a handle is convenient for adding powder to the compartment.

It is only suitable for washing dishes and does not protect the unit. To prevent limescale it is necessary to use specialized salt, to add shine – rinse aid.

According to customer reviews, the powder removes traces of tea and coffee well, copes with burnt and dried food debris even at low temperatures, oxygen-containing bleach allows plates and glasses to remain snow-white for a long time.

Advantages

• economical consumption;

• convenient packaging;

• unobtrusive smell;

• effective at low temperatures;

• does not contain chlorine.

disadvantages

• does not always wash away stains on pans;

• additional additives are needed for protection.

Bravix

Rating: 4.8

The product of a well-known German manufacturer of household chemicals does not contain phosphates, chlorine, fragrances, is safe for health, does not cause allergic reactions. Increased washing properties allow you to cope with any contamination, including grease and burnt food residues.

The powder is intended for all types of dishwashers, it works equally well at all modes and temperatures. Neutralizes unpleasant odors. Oxygen formula softens hard water.

The manufacturer recommends using salt and rinse aid from the same product line to enhance the effect. They will protect the unit and extend its service life, and add extra shine to the cutlery.

Advantages

• removes dirt well;

• contains oxygen components;

• effective at low temperatures;

• safe composition;

• hypoallergenic.

disadvantages

• the use of additional substances is necessary.

Dishwasher powder 6 in1 “Lotta”

Rating: 4.7

The third dishwasher powder included in our rating is created on the basis of natural ingredients, does not contain chlorine, oil products and other aggressive compounds, is hypoallergenic, safe for children and pregnant women. Unlike those presented above, it does not require the simultaneous use of additional additives.

It contains salt to protect the heating element from limescale, rinse aid to prevent stains and streaks, complexes for gloss and corrosion protection.

The minimum consumption in one application allows the use of one pack of up to 60 washes. Lemon aroma removes unpleasant odors inside the unit and on appliances, gives freshness. Biodegradable formulation does not harm the environment.

Advantages

• copes well with dirt;

• scale protection;

• does not leave streaks;

• pleasant scent of lemon;

• economical consumption.

disadvantages

• not detected.

The best dishwasher gels

The gel consistency dissolves quickly in water, leaves no residue, perfectly cleans any stubborn dirt, including fat and burnt food. Respect for dishes made of any material and effective results have made such products popular with consumers.

TOP HOUSE ALL IN 1

Rating: 4.9

The gel of the German brand confirms its name: all in one. It effectively cleans, prevents the formation of stains and streaks, softens water, protects against limescale and limescale. Suitable for all materials: gives shine to stainless steel, removes coffee and tea deposits from glass, treats porcelain, silver and products with patterns with care.

It works effectively at short cycles and low temperatures, reduces energy and water consumption, and is suitable for use in all types of dishwashers.

The minimum consumption per application allows the 720 ml package to be used up to 36 times. According to customer reviews, the gel perfectly removes unpleasant odors, rinses well, does not leave marks on the devices.

Advantages

• effective at low temperatures;

• saves energy and water;

• instant results;

• for any materials;

• does not contain chlorine;

• does not form streaks.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Lion “Charmy”

Rating: 4.8

The Japanese brand introduces a line of improved formulation dishwasher gels. Due to its effective action on stubborn dirt, Lion “Charmy” is included in our rating. It copes with grease, burnt food, coffee and tea stains, is suitable for all dishes, is effective at low temperatures and short operating modes.

The gel-like product does not contain phosphates, therefore it is safe for children and people prone to allergies. The product provides perfect shine and shine, is economical and reduces energy consumption.

The manufacturer offers gels with different scents: lime, orange, lemongrass. They have a deodorant effect and give freshness. A pleasant citrus aroma remains inside the unit and on the surface of the devices for a long time. There are odorless gels in the line.

Advantages

• effective for stubborn dirt;

• pleasant citrus aroma;

• safe composition;

• scale protection.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Tips for choosing a dishwasher detergent

Our expert advice will help you make the right choice of dishwasher detergent and significantly extend its life.

1. Only specialized tools are suitable for machines. It is strictly forbidden to use liquids for hand washing, soaps and ordinary powders: they cause increased foaming, thereby provoking breakdown.

2. We look at the composition. Chlorine, phosphate and other aggressive ingredients are harmful to health and can cause allergic reactions.

3. We select in accordance with the type and class of your unit. Many tools are universal and suitable for any unit.

4. The dishwasher detergent must be anti-limescale. If it does not contain the necessary components, then it is advisable to use special additives.

5. It is worth paying attention to the economical dishwasher products that modern manufacturers now offer. They not only reduce the consumption of powder or gel, but also the consumption of electricity and water.

6. Natural ingredients in the composition not only guarantee gentle cleaning of porcelain, glass and other fragile materials, but are also safe for children, pregnant women and allergy sufferers.

7. Soaking tablets will help get rid of fat and burnt food without further processing and even at low temperatures. Containing oxygen bleach will give freshness, restore brightness.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.