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

February 2022
Finish
Quantum Ultimate Pro Lemon Sparkle
Price
$20
Score
80
Recommended
Price
$20
Score
80
Recommended
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Test results
- 80Cleaning performance
Cleaning performance scores
- Egg yolk
93
- Rice starch
76
- Baked-on cheese
91
- Red wine
62
- Coffee
65
- Minced meat
91
Other ratings
- Packaging assessment
Acceptable
- Environmental assessment
Poor
- Safety
Good
Product details
- Type
Tablet
- Avg price
$20
- Cost per wash
$0.63
- Packaging type
Plastic bottle
- Washes per pack
32
- Pack size
32 tablets
- Fragrance
Lemon sparkle
Specifications
- pH
10.4
- 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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Finish Quantum Ultimate Pro Lemon Sparkle delivers on everything
Pros
I have been using Finish Quantum products for several years, and they just keep getting better. This product is absolutely amazing, the best yet, and it evens keeps the dishwasher clean! I don't understand the Consumer reference to "plastic bottle" as the packaging - it's a disposable bag.
Cons
None
Recommend it?
Yes, I recommend this product.
Margaret A.
Used 6 months or more