The tablet has three parts – gel and powder for scrubbing and degreasing, and a liquid powerball for getting that ultimate shine. They come with built-in rinse aid and salt actions, promising to cut through grease and baked-on food the first time round while protecting glasses from water spots to leave them gleaming. While you’re running your regular cycle, it will tackle grease and prevent limescale from building up in your dishwasher, including on the filter and spray arms. But it might be beneficial to try different brands and tablets to see which one works best for you and your family.

If you want minimal faff then an all-in-one dishwasher tablet is the way to go - and Fairy’s Platinum Plus Dishwasher Tablets have everything you could need.These triple-chamber tablets not only save you time on rinsing and cleaning but also help care for your dishwasher with built-in detergent, salt and anti-corrosive ingredients.

When it comes to choosing dishwasher tablets, two popular brands that come to mind are Finish and Fairy. With their Powerball technology, Finish tablets work to remove stuck-on food and provide a stunning shine. For a family home, you may find yourself filling the dishwasher more than once a day, so the cost may be a big factor when it comes to choosing a dishwasher tablet. After placing a dishwasher tablet in the dispenser (or in the bottom of your dishwasher) and selecting the wash cycle you want, many of us don’t spare a thought for how dishwasher tablets actually work.Although they may not have all the bells and whistles of the major brands, they can still get the job done. But in hard water areas where you can get a build-up of limescale, you may need to top them up separately to get the best out of your machine. The Fairy Platinum All in One Tablets have been designed to dissolve quickly thanks to their soluble wrapping, and work hard to tackle even the toughest of food and drink stains the first time round, such as tea, coffee, burnt-on food and egg. Both brands offer a range of dishwasher tablets that promise to leave your dishes clean and sparkling. However, it can be subjective and dependent on factors such as water hardness and the dishwasher machine used.

To prevent spots appearing on your glassware or a soapy film on your plates, run your dishwasher's hot water cycle once a month. Simply load your dishwasher and put your usual detergent in the chamber, then add the In-Wash capsule to the bottom of your machine. The UltraTabs come in a water-soluble casing, so there are no plastic wrappers to throw away, and they’re phosphate-free, making them better for the environment. One user shares, “I switched to Fairy dishwasher tablets a few months ago, and I’m very happy with the results.But some reviewers have found that they needed higher temperatures to achieve clean crockery and cutlery first time round. When it comes to the environmental impact, Fairy dishwasher tablets have a slight advantage with their recyclable cardboard packaging. Astonish makes a range of budget-friendly cleaning products, and their dishwasher tablets are excellent value.