Product review
Updated February 2022
Dishwasher detergents
Tablet or powder? See which type tops our test.

February 2022
Finish
Quantum Ultimate Lemon Sparkle
Price
$18.99
Score
74
Recommended
Price
$18.99
Score
74
Recommended
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Test results
- 74Cleaning performance
Cleaning performance scores
- Egg yolk
91
- Rice starch
74
- Baked-on cheese
88
- Red wine
45
- Coffee
58
- Minced meat
91
Other ratings
- Packaging assessment
Acceptable
- Environmental assessment
Poor
- Safety
Good
Product details
- Type
Tablet
- Avg price
$18.99
- Cost per wash
$0.53
- Packaging type
Plastic bottle
- Washes per pack
36
- Pack size
36 tablets
- Fragrance
Lemon sparkle
Specifications
- pH
10.5
- Dissolvable wrapper
- Origin
Made in Poland
Packaging claims
- Contain rinse aid claim
- Cruelty free claim
- Septic tank safe claim
Yes, "Suitable for most septic tanks, however refer to manufacturer of your wastewater treatment system for septic advice."
- Grey water safe claim
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