31 best cleaning dishwashers we tested in 2024

Our best dishwasher detergent for cabinet ready dishes

Cascade Platinum Plus contains 2X* the Dawn grease fighting power and 2X* the scrubbing power to power through dried on food *Cleaning ingredients vs Cascade Complete ActionPacs

Get virtually spotfree sparkling clean dishes from even the toughest messes with Cascade Dishwasher Pods

40% larger liquid top for even more* cleaning power that still fits in your dishwasher detergent dispenser *vs Cascade Platinum ActionPacs

Running the dishwasher daily saves water* Save up to 20 gallons of water per dishwasher load when you skip the pre-wash and run your dishwasher with Cascade Platinum Plus *ENERGY STAR certified dishwashers use 4 gallons per cycle. Running the tap for 11 minutes while handwashing uses up to 24 gallons of water

#1 Recommended Brand in North America* *More dishwasher brands in North America recommend Cascade based on co-marketing agreements vs. other automatic dishwasher detergent brands

Formulated to help prevent hard water filming to keep your machine looking fresh and clean

Cascade cleaning power allows you to skip pre-washing dishes, saving up to 15 gallons of water with each load

Dissolves fast and releases the grease-fighting power of Dawn

Convenient, premeasured ActionPac with no finicky wrapping. Phosphate free

Powers away even 24-hour stuck-on messes for a complete clean

Save up to 15 gallons of water per dishwasher load when you skip the pre-wash and run your dishwasher with Cascade Platinum

Cascade Dishwasher Cleaner helps eliminate odors and remove limescale buildup and grease to reveal a fresher, cleaner machine

Simply toss it in your empty dishwasher and run a cycle—just like Cascade ActionPacs

Use once a month to help keep your machine sparkling

Recommended by Cascade Detergent

For best results, use with Cascade Dishwasher Detergent and Cascade Power Dry Rinse Aid

Automatic dishwasher detergent pods leave dishes sparkling clean and are safe for use in all machines

Dish soap tablets made without animal derived ingredients, phosphates, or chlorine

Garden-inspired Basil Dish Pacs have a cool, crisp scent that is uplifting & grounding

Dishwasher tabs load easily in the dishwasher's soap cup for a powerful, sparkling clean

Mrs. Meyer's products are made with cruelty-free formulas and are Leaping Bunny certified.

Seventh Generation Free & Clear Dishwasher Detergent Packs have an enzyme-rich formula that cuts through tough grease and food residue to leave dishes sparkling clean

Our powerful dishwasher soap is free of fragrances, dyes, phosphates, and chlorine bleach

Convenient single dose dishwasher packs, just toss right into the dishwasher

This dishwasher soap is a USDA Certified Biobased Product, 83 percent

Dishwasher tabs come in an easy-to-use resealable pouch

Caring today for the next seven generations with Seventh Generation dishwasher detergent pods

Works On All Types of Machines - Use respective tablets on household dishwashers and laundry machines. Both compatible with Bosch, Frigidaire, LG, Samsung, Whirlpool, Kitchenaid, Kenmore, Maytag models, Standard, High Efficiency, and more..

Odor Eliminator - ACTIVE tablets combat smells and all sorts of normal buildup in your washing machine and your dishwasher. New 48 Pack Bundle includes cleaners for both types of machine.

Deep Descaling Formula - Make your appliances shine. Removes hardwater, lime, scale, grime, grease, stain and more with a simple cleaning agent. Removes gunk spot and can help clean out basket, filter, and more

Monthly Maintenance Solution - Keep your dishwasher and washer cleaned with ACTIVE cleaning supplies. Use single or 2 treatment tabs per month. Place pod inside empty machine, run a self clean or regular cycle to restore your machine.

Bulk 48 Count Kit - You're set for a year or more. That's our Best Value Promise - Compare to product with less tablet.

Delivers a cleaner dishwasher

Fights odor and leaves behind a clean, fresh scent

Recommended once a month or as soon as you notice build-up in your dishwasher

Finish quality product

Breaks down and removes lime scale and grease build-up inside your dishwasher

Heavy-Duty Cleaner: Dishwasher Magic powerfully cleans and removes limescale, rust, grease and other buildup from vital dishwasher parts, including the filter, pump, jets and hidden hard-to-clean areas

Disinfectant: Effectively disinfects against E-coli and salmonella for a clean dishwasher

Efficient Household Cleaning: Prevent and easily remove food and mineral build-up from your dishwashing machine for optimal appliance performance reducing risk of repair or replacement

Safe to use: Design for the Environment Certified Product and the only EPA-registered dishwasher cleaner and disinfectant. Safe for all dishwashers, plumbing and septic systems. Made in the USA.

30 Day Freshness: For optimal results, use dishwasher cleaner liquid once a month for an incredibly fresh, clean and well-maintained dishwasher

Powers away limescale and mineral buildup

No.1 Recommended by Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag and Amana brands (affresh brand products and the recommending brands' products are all owned and distributed by Whirlpool Corporation)

Cleans what you can't see: your machine's tub, racks, pump and valve, drain and recirculation hoses

Cleans inside all dishwasher machine makes and models

Use monthly or as needed to maximize machine performance (heavily soiled machines may require extra cleaning cycles)

Septic tank safe and U.S. EPA Safer Choice Certified

Removes hard water stains and lime scale build up.

Powers away grease and freshens your machine.

Cleans the hidden and vital parts of your dishwasher .