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I use several Seventh Generation products and overall I like their performance. However, I have to say that their dishwasher doesn't clean properly. Often I open the dishwasher just to find out I have to run it again. I'd rather use a "less environmental friendly" brand, after all having to run the dishwasher twice spends twice as much water and energy.
I really like this detergent--it does a great job. The dishes come out really clean, and it's all natural! It smells nice too.
I purchased this item at my local Target and I am glad that I gave it a chance. Before using this product I tried Kirkland Signature's eco-friendly dishwashing powder and was HIGHLY disappointed. This product left a powdery residue on my dishes and I felt my dishes were not clean. So, after I used all of that product up, I decided to give this a chance. This is a great product. It cleans my dishes well and I have had no problems with a residue left on my dishes. (I do use Distilled White Vinegar in my rinse aid compartment, so maybe that is why I don't have a residue problem.) The lemon scent of this product is very pleasant. It is not overpowering, which I love. I do rinse and wipe my dishes off before loading them in the dishwasher, so I am unable to attest whether this product removes any stuck on food grime. I also follow the directions on the bottle of how much soap to use. I love that Amazon offers Subscribe & Save for this product (which I signed up for today). It makes it more convenient to get this product at a cheaper price than is sold in stores. Overall, I have no complaints about this product. The price on Amazon is affordable and convenient since you get 6 bottles. It cleans the dishes well and the smell is nice. Give it a try!
This is the worse dishwasher detergent that I have EVER used. I made myself finish one 45oz bottle and gave the other 5-bottles to a local shelter
I love most of the Seventh Generation products but unfortunately this did not work very well for us. Left a lot of food on dishes and we had to basically either wash the dishes before putting into dishwasher or run the dishwasher again. Defeats the purpose. I'll keep checking back, hopefully Seventh Generation will be able to improve on this. Scent was great however, not too overpowering.
I got a 6 pack of these which we've been using for months, and after we're through, I won't be buying any more of this detergent. Like others have said, Seventh Generation cleaners are usually quite effective, but every load of dishes we wash with the detergent comes out with a residue or just not clean. We have tried varying the amounts, using or not using the pre-rinse, hand rinsing dishes, doing smaller loads, and nothing seems to be effective. We do not have particularly hard or soft water, so this shouldn't be an issue at all.
I was given some leftover Cascade tablets after a family trip, and seeing the difference side by side is particularly compelling. I'm not sure if there is a good non-petrol dish detergent out there, but the hassle of Seventh Gen is just not worth it.
Short answer: steer clear.
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