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Last updated: 13 March 2024
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Our experts lab test dishwashing liquids from Aldi, Coles, Fairy, Morning Fresh, Palmolive and more to find the products that remove the most dirt when scrubbing away in the sink.

  • Check out our top 50 product reviews for more expert test results.
  • We've also partnered with Shop Ethical on this update to show the ratings the Ethical Consumer Group gives to each company.
 
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Our interactive comparison tool helps you find out which brands claim to be gentle on the hands, are cruelty-free, have biodegradable surfactants and are phosphate-free. Just like in our dishwasher reviews, our Recommended list will show you at a glance which products come out on top.

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    There are some dishwashing liquids that offer great value for money, but don't quite meet the criteria to be recommended. These products become our Best Buys. Products must have a CHOICE Expert Rating of at least 70% and cost 30 cents or under per 100mL.

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      The CHOICE Expert Rating is based on the scrub test as this is the best measure of how well a detergent will clean your plates. Scores are rounded to the nearest 5% to account for margin of error.

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