Best Dishwasher Detergents of 2026 for Spotless, Streak-Free Dishes

February 13, 2026

Best Dishwasher Detergents of 2026 for Spotless, Streak-Free Dishes

Finding the best dishwasher detergent in 2026 comes down to repeatable cleaning power, spotless dishes in real homes, and honest cost-per-wash. Cleaning Supply Review’s rankings blend lab-and-field trials with registry checks and packaging scrutiny to validate hard water dishwasher detergent performance, eco-friendly dishwasher detergent claims, and long-term machine health. We simulate limescale, track glassware spots, and calculate cost per wash—then verify sustainability claims beyond marketing. Maintenance matters too: using a dishwasher cleaner periodically and keeping rinse aid filled improves outcomes, especially in hard water, as outlined by The Kitchn’s guide to dishwasher cleaners and Reviewed’s rinse aid guidance (both interviewed experts and test data).

How to Calculate Best Concentrate Levels for Liquid Laundry Packets

February 12, 2026

How to Calculate Best Concentrate Levels for Liquid Laundry Packets

The fastest way to calculate the best concentrate level for liquid laundry packets is to turn packet fill into an oz-per-load number, then map that dose to a 2X–6X concentration category, and validate performance across machines and water conditions. Measure the packet’s liquid volume (or mass and density), decide how many loads it’s meant to cover (usually one medium load), compute oz/load, and align labeling with industry ranges. From there, fine-tune for HE washers, water hardness, soil level, and load size, and confirm fast dissolution and low-suds rinse-out. Whirlpool’s concentration guidance defines the standard mapping ranges used by many auto-dispensers and labels, making this approach both consumer-clear and machine-compatible (see the Whirlpool concentration guidance). Cleaning Supply Review uses this mapping as a baseline in our detergent packet evaluations.