Jul 2026 Rankings
Best Dishwasher Detergent
We tested 9 products for harmful chemicals, real-world performance, and ease of use. Our top pick: Dishwasher Detergent Tablet Refills Fragrance-Free (60 ct).
By Renée Torres, R3 Research Lead·Updated Jul 2026
9 products · 9 brands40+ hrs researchNo brand pays us
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| Product | Primary Surfactant / Cleaning System Type | Pod / Tablet Film Type | Contains Cleaning Enzymes | Score | Price | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unlock safety data | 10.0 | $23.99 | ||||
| Unlock safety data | 10.0 | $26.99 | ||||
| Unlock safety data | 9.9 | $21.99 | ||||
| Unlock safety data | 9.5 | $15.99 | ||||
| Unlock safety data | 9.3 | $30.99 |
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Compare Dishwasher Detergent head-to-head
- Blueland Dishwasher Detergent Tablet Refills Fragrance-Free (60 ct) vs Branch Basics Dishwasher Tablets Fragrance-Free (38 ct)
- AspenClean Dishwasher Pods Zero Plastic Unscented (28 pods, 420g) vs Branch Basics Dishwasher Tablets Fragrance-Free (38 ct)
- Ecover Zero Automatic Dishwasher Powder Fragrance-Free (48 oz, 38 loads) vs Branch Basics Dishwasher Tablets Fragrance-Free (38 ct)
Renée's Take · Jul 2026
How I Tested 9 Dishwasher Detergents
I tested 9 dishwasher detergents from 9 brands across 8 safety checks, including Primary Surfactant / Cleaning System Type and Fragrance / Scent Type. Every product was scored the same way: material safety first, then real-world performance and ease of use.
What I found: The top picks pass third-party safety verification and hold up in everyday use. The dishwasher detergents I left off had unverified material claims, missing certifications, or hidden tradeoffs that matter day to day.
Here's what came out on top:
- 1.Dishwasher Detergent Tablet Refills Fragrance-Free (60 ct) · Blueland · 10.0/10 · $24
- 2.Dishwasher Tablets Fragrance-Free (38 ct) · Branch Basics · 10.0/10 · $27
- 3.Dishwasher Pods Zero Plastic Unscented (28 pods, 420g) · AspenClean · 9.9/10 · $22
What Matters Most?
The criteria R3 evaluates for every dishwasher detergent
Safety
Primary Surfactant / Cleaning System Type, Fragrance / Scent Type, Isothiazolinone Preservatives
Efficacy
Cleaning Enzyme Disclosure
Usability
Pod / Tablet Film Type, Hard-Water Performance Specification, Product Format
Common Questions
Real questions families ask about dishwasher detergent — answered with the data behind every score.
Blueland Dishwasher Detergent Tablet Refills Fragrance-Free (60 ct) is our top pick right now. It scored highest across the 9 we reviewed on what matters most to families: how safe it is, how well it actually works, and how easy it is to use day-to-day.
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