Best Dishwasher Tablets & Cleaners
Power Of 4 Dishwasher Powder
- Product TypePowder
Our dishes are always cleaned perfectly using this product. I have used it for many years. Show details
Earth Choice All in One Dish Tablets
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I. Bought these tablet resently and bodegradable rapers dont work I put my dishwasher on 3 times and they didn't desove i had to remove it before it worked Show details
Euca Dishwashing Powder
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I’ve been trying to make Euca work since June 2026 because owning 4kg of it, felt invested. Trying different processes recommended by the company in… Read more
response to similar problems as mine, hasn’t resolved. Cloudy, streaky, plates and cutlery. A white build up around the edges of the dishwasher itself. It’s just not cleaning. I had begun with a thorough clean out using Euca as instructed, ensuring no rinse aid residue remained. It’s made a once well performing dishwasher not do well. *Pictured- None of the food stuffs remaining on my cookware is baked on. They simply wiped off with paper towel once I saw the result after a 2h:45m cycle.
Ecostore Dishwasher Tablets
- Product TypeTablet
I bought the dishwasher tablets but I⁷ feel that the bodegradable raps dont work I have put my diishwasher 3 times and the plastic didn't desolve but once you take the plastic of the tablet it works well.
Somat Excellence 4-in-1 Gel Caps
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SOMAT DISHWASHER CAPS SAVE MONEY – This is best product for your dishwasher it cleans so perfect and it also keeps my machine clean so I don’t have to buy all the extra cleaning… Read more
products it’s best thing I have purchased in ages. No wonder the other company is trying to shut them down it saves us money and does what it promised the other brand is only half as good.
Koh Dishwashing Tablets
- Product TypeTablet
Clean dishes, less nasties from what I understand. Generally find Koh products to be pretty reliable.
Do not use. Will blow up your dishwasher – Do not use this product under any circumstances as it will form brown sludge and block your whole dishwasher. I used it once and had to run 3… Read more
cleaners on my dishwasher to remove the brown residue/sludge it created. My machine spilled brown water out of it after using this product. The packaging has changed from white to blue now. Don't buy it to save yourself $1.80. I use Aldi logix powder only now and have amazing results without damage to my dishwasher.
Coles Ultra Action Dishwashing Tablets
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They used to be fine but coles changed the product about 3 months ago and it is just terrible now. you require 2 tablets per wash. More stealing and lying from coles. Use the woolies product instead. Show details
Bring it back – I am looking here in Perth to get total fresh 3in1,but it is impossible.Can you please tell me where in Melbourne,I can get it.Can I order it as… Read more
well.
Love to use it smells fresh,natural and clean very time I use the dishwasher. Can you tell me where to get it Perth W.A.It does a great job .Cant live without it.
Hi so happy with this product,before was used finish and Fairy they are a good product but too much chemicals after they dish is done still stick substance on a dishes but with ( shine Optimum) doesn’t also the price is good Show details
Shine 10 in 1
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Product is great, superior for price, but packaging is wastful, box half filled they could save on shipping as box is half empty? Show details
Fairy Platinum Tablet
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I just cooked a meal and tasted it half way only to taste soap. It brought me to Google to see what it could be as I recently switched over to fairly platinum tablets. I can’t imagine how harmful this would be to ingest
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Used first time. Strong smell. Dishwasher still streaky and not clean. Also it stunk out the kitchen. I now can't breathe easily in the kitchen as… Read more
the smell is strong and irritating my throat. I needed allergy pill as nose runs and eyes itch everytime I'm in the kitchen now ever since using this product. Not happy.
Finish Powerball 0% Dishwasher Tablets
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Worst buy ever. They’re all stuck together in the bag. Gloop everywhere when you try to take one out. Never again Show details
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Undo This Mess Dishwashing Tablets
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I bought it a month ago and started using it a couple of weeks ago and it has destroyed my pans, cups, containers, and even my dishwasher machine. I… Read more
tried to contact them, but there is no sign of their email or phone number on their website. I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone.
Fairy Original All In One
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Do not buy! Tablets did not dissolve despite having a brand new Bosch dishwasher in which other brands dissolved perfectly. Contacted P&G customer… Read more
service to be sent several emails explaining how to use my dishwasher, asking for photos of barcodes, asking for photos of packaging and undissolved tablets, being told to keep unusable items for at least two weeks and after voicing my frustration with the process received the following email:
We have also noticed that based on your production code, the product was produced in Feb 2024 so most likely it already exceeded the shelf life for optimal efficacy. Also the possible reason why it is not dissolving when you used it. Our dishwashing detergents don't expire, but they do have a shelf life for optimal efficacy. For pacs and tables, it is 18 months. This one has exceeded shelf life August 2025.
We purchased these tablets in 2026 - buyer beware !!! Worst product and customer service ever!
Skipper Naked Dishwasher Tablets
- Product TypeTablet
These work just as well as supermarket tabs and much more eco friendly. Have been using for a few years now and am very happy. Love everything Skipper. Show details
Wash Wild Dishwasher Powder
- Product TypePowder
I bought this because it was the cheapest but it turns out it is excellent. So much better than the plastic filled pods. Will be buying again when I run out (but it seems to be lasting ages as you can vary the dosage) Show details
Palm Oil Free and it works – I have been using this for ages, started because it was palm oil free but continue because it works. Not the cheapest but at least trying to do the… Read more
right thing by not using palm oil. You only need a few drops so that helps with the cost. A bit hard to get sometimes though.
Finish Quantum
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So disappointed yet expected,I made apricot chicken, black rims after baking,soaked in "Morning Fresh" detergent for two days,then scraped down the… Read more
excess with scourer, Then put in dishwasher "with the apparent wonderful "Finish No Scrub" for 90 minutes cycle,I have the pictures, you charge $60+ For this shit.
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Don't waste your money! These do not clean anything more off cutlery or plates that wouldn't come off just with a rinse. I have had to handwash so many items AFTER the wash is finished. Show details
Horrible dishes came out no cleaner then they went in – They don't work like they claim too. Didn't even budge on the dirt on the dishes. Waste of money wouldn't buy again. Finish and fairy are worth the extra money.
Active Expert Dishwashing Pods
- Product TypeDishwasher Cleaner
I’ll never buy the expensive brands because I know I’m being robbed, the cheapest is a powder that costs just a few cents a wash but leaves a nasty… Read more
residue on glasses. Active Expert Pods are the cheapest pods I’ve found and I can’t fault them. Always clean, no residue and no spots. My new go to.
Shine Dishwasher Cleaner
- Product TypeDishwasher Cleaner
It worked perfectly for me I only came on here to discover where to buy some more and found lots of negative comments - interesting, maybe they didn't follow the instructions?
Finish Ultimate Plus
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Absoluately rubbish does not clean very well at all checked salt checked everything but still no good cleaned rotary ars done everything rubbish. Bought much cheaper ones coop own brand ten times better Show details
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Shine Dishwasher Powder Concentrate 1kg
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I’ve stopped using this product. It used to be great, now it’s very poor and leaves a lot of food bits and residue. The biggest problem is that the… Read more
powder turns into concrete lumps and most stays rock hard in the dishwasher dispenser. Will never use again.
Finish Gel
Doesn't do the job its cr#p leaves everything dirty and streaks all over it Show details
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I did use mine on the Long cycle and I was impressed – Hi product reviewers, I am currently trying out 4 different dishwashing tablets in my new washer using my new solar energy. Basically I get the was… Read more
for the cost of the tablet as I set the washer to run during the day.
Because I am out during the day and the electricity is free I wash on hot and long. I was really happy with Glitz, it's very cheap and did an outstanding job.
I will put it up against a named brand that is expensive and see if I can spot the difference.
I will let the readers know about the expensive stuff, but for me Glitz is good for purpose.
Don't desolve! – The tablets dont desolve even in hot water...waste of money.....dont work.just about the whole tablet is left sitting in the washer..should be giving out refunds.back to finish i guess.cheap for a reason.
- Product TypePowder
Tried a number of different environmentally friendly, no plastic coating powders or sheets. Hudstone powder clearly outperforms the rest with no artificial smells and good cleaning results. This has been my go-to for the last couple of years.
Types of dishwasher detergents
A dishwasher tablet is a concentrated dose of dishwashing powder that is placed into the dishwasher drawer or, in some cases, placed with the dishes.
A dishwasher powder is scooped into the dishwasher dispenser and dissolved with water to create a foamy solution that cleans dishes.
A dishwasher gel is a water-based detergent that is poured into the dishwasher dispenser.
What is rinse aid?
A rinse aid is an extra product you can buy that is placed in the corresponding compartment of the dishwasher dispenser. It’s used in your machine’s rinse cycle to get rid of food residue and detergent, and is also effective in preventing water spots and film from forming on your crockery.
What to look for in dishwasher detergents
Ingredients
It’s generally recommended to avoid phosphates - they’re one of the kitchen cleaning chemicals that have been used for decades because of their effective cleaning ability, however they’re bad news for the environment, as they remain in wastewater and cause algae bloom.
Phthalates and parabens are also chemicals that can be toxic for humans - it’s easy to find products that don’t have these ingredients.
For those with the environment in mind, there are dishwasher detergents that are cruelty-free and don’t test on animals, and you can also find some that don’t contain palm oil or any animal products at all.
Ease of use
Tablets offer more in terms of convenience, as you have to measure out doses with powders and gels, however they are more expensive - you’ll have to think about whether the trade off is worth it for you.
Price
Prices for dishwasher tablets, powders, and gels vary. Costs vary from 5c per wash to up to $1 per wash - powders are at the lower end of this range while tablets generally cost more.
Dishwasher cleaners
It might seem ironic that a machine used to clean dishes needs a clean itself, but dishwashers do need regular cleaning to ensure they run smoothly. Grease, grime, soap scum, and limescale can accumulate in parts of the dishwasher, particularly in hard-to-reach areas such as the filter, spray arms, pipes, water pump, and drain.
Dishwasher cleaners usually come in pods or tablets, which cost anywhere from 88c to $3.33 each, or liquids, which usually range between $1.10 to $3.20 per 100mL.
Generally speaking, it’s recommended to use a dishwasher cleaner monthly. However, while a dishwasher cleaner is a great way to clear out the gunk in your machine, if you’re keeping up with regular cleaning and maintenance, then you may be fine using a natural oven cleaner, such as white vinegar, to clean your dishwasher.
Some of the cleaning practices you can implement to keep your dishwasher in tip top condition include:
- Daily: scrape large food particles into the bin, leave the door ajar to air it out and help minimise mould and odours, use a high quality dishwasher detergent.
- Weekly: clean grime from around dishwasher seals, clean out the internal filter.
- Monthly: wipe down the exterior with a cloth or paper towel and soapy water or an all-purpose cleaner, fill up the rinse aid dispenser.
- Annually: run the dishwasher on its hottest cycle while it’s empty, check spray arms.
If you haven’t got a dishwasher and are considering buying one, or are looking to upgrade from your current model, you can read user reviews and our guides on what to look for when choosing a dishwasher here.
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