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Product review
Updated February 2022

Dishwasher detergents

Tablet or powder? See which type tops our test.

February 2022

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Quantum Ultimate Lemon Sparkle

Price
$18.99
Score
74
Recommended

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Test results

  • 74
    Cleaning 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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