Budget dishwasher tablets clean nearly as well as premium brands
Consumer testing of 34 dishwasher tablets shows budget brands score almost as high as premium brands, costing a fraction of the price.
Choice tested 34 dishwasher detergents on their ability to remove tough stains like egg yolk, baked cheese and bolognese sauce. Finish Powerball Ultimate 0% Tabs scored highest at 77 per cent but cost $1.07 per wash.
Earth Choice All-In-1 Dish Tablets scored 76 per cent for just 42 cents per load. Coles Ultra Dishwasher Tablets achieved 75 per cent at 14 cents each.
Other brands including Aldi, Woolworths and Eco Planet scored above 70 per cent at much lower prices. Choice tester Chris Barnes said if you have a good dishwasher, you do not need the top-scoring detergent and can save money with cheaper products.
Choice also recommends cleaning dishwashers and checking how you stack plates and pans if you are not getting good results.
Why it mattersYou can cut your dishwashing costs to a tenth of the price without sacrificing cleaning quality, saving money on an everyday household expense.
AustraliaAustralian households can reduce their grocery bills by switching from premium to budget dishwasher tablets without losing cleaning performance.
✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 2 h ago
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