Hello everyone!

I'm super stoked to share my experience with FINISH ULTIMATE LEMON dishwasher capsules today!

I picked them up on sale at Aashaa for 1199₽ - 44 capsules (full price was 2386₽, which is pretty steep), after reading all the rave reviews about how they perfectly clean any stains...

PACKAGING

The packaging has a ton of info on it, and it's not exactly easy to find what you're looking for. It's a soft-zip pouch with a reusable closure.

CAPSULES

They're made up of three components: a powder and two types of gel, yellow and red. The capsules are fully dissolvable, and you don't need to remove the outer shell - just load them into the special tablet compartment. The scent is strong and chemical, with notes of freshness and lemon. I'm a total fan of strong scents, and I love products with aromas!

DESCRIPTION

Does not contain

Chlorine bleach, preservatives, or added phosphates

For cleanliness

Oxidizing components - release active oxygen for hygienic cleanliness; Non-ionic surfactants - remove grease

Care and protection for dishes and the dishwasher

Phosphonates - enhance dish shine; Polycarboxylates - soften hard water

Assisting components

Aroma - gives dishes a freshness; Polyvinyl alcohol - forms a biodegradable, water-soluble film

COMPOSITION

So, the ingredients in this stuff are pretty standard - 15% or more, but less than 30% are non-ionic surfactants, which help get the dishes clean without stripping away all the good stuff. Then there's 5% or more, but less than 15% of oxygen-based bleaches, polycarboxylates, and phosphonates, which are all about breaking down tough food residue. And let's not forget enzymes, zeolites, fragrances, including benzyl benzoate and geraniol - they're all in there to make the cleaning process a whole lot easier.

HOW I CLEAN MY DISHES

I'm a bit of a dishwasher fanatic, so I run mine every other day to keep things spotless. By the time it's full, the grime has dried on and is basically impossible to scrub off by hand. Before loading it up, I scrape off any leftover food and burnt-on residue from the pans – if something's really stuck, I'll try to soak it in water first. I've learned that really tough stains, like the kind that can't be scraped off with a knife, are often a pain to get rid of with any tablet, and sometimes they just don't come out perfectly clean...

Before Before Before I use my dishwasher for pretty much everything, except for a few special items like wood, aluminum, cast iron, and glassware – but I don't have much of that stuff anyway.

Before

BeforeEXPECTATIONS FROM MY DETERGENTI was expecting super-clean results, even on super-greasy and burnt dishes, and a shine and sparkle. I guess I was expecting something more from all the hype, but honestly, my old cheap dishwasher tablets cleaned just as well. I thought Finish would be a game-changer, but I was hoping it would clean the bottom of pots, pans, and my Dutch oven, which gets stuck to the stovetop - old, stubborn stains that I've been dealing with for ages.

RESULTS

First wash on the 90-minute cycle left me underwhelmed - there were still bits of the capsule left behind, and some food particles stuck to my utensils and some dishes. It was a first for me, as I've never had that issue with Somat or other cheaper tablets, except on really burnt dishes. I was expecting a lot more from Finish, but I guess you get what you pay for, right?

The particles in the capsule didn't fully dissolve The tea residue didn't come off

The dishes, in general, cleaned up pretty well, the glasses and plates sparkled, all as usual... Later on, I used the capsules on an intense cycle of 2:40 hours and 70 degrees, and the results were pretty good, everything sparkled and sang, the capsule fully dissolved, the dishes and appliances were spotlessly clean. With burnt pans and the wok, it's a bit trickier, it depends on the level of grime and it's not always the same. Sometimes there might be some particles left at the bottom, and the next time it's sparkling clean, it also depends on how the dishes are arranged... The bottom of the side that's on the stovetop didn't come clean and after multiple uses, but it's slowly coming off, also the shine on the pots is returning, but that's not just down to these capsules, the shine started coming back from washing in the dishwasher before them...

After I washed the pan with soap and water, it looked brand new again. After a few more uses, the pan still looked amazing. After a month of regular use, the pan still performed like a charm. After the pan didn't dry completely, there was a small leftover egg bit stuck to it, but a quick wipe with a paper towel fixed the issue.

After, some stains on the pot The old stains on the pot lid didn't come offWhen I'm using the capsules, I also add some salt and Finish rinse aid. The salt helps soften the water, and the Finish rinse aid makes sure everything dries off nicely and sparkles. Not every time, though - sometimes the dishes are still a bit damp, and water drips when you take them out. But I take everything out at once, put it away in its place, and let the dishwasher do its thing. It's not the most efficient system, but it works for me.

ADVANTAGES

✅ I've gotta say, these things handle the main tasks like a breeze - cleaning everyday messes and stuck-on food residue from dishes is a piece of cake.

✅ They do a decent job at cleaning pots, pans, skillets, baking sheets, and other cookware, but it's not perfect.

✅ The pleasant capsules with dissolvable coating and fresh scent are a nice touch, but I know some people might find it a bit too much.

✅ In most cases, they don't leave any streaks, which is a major win in my book.

✅ After a wash, the dishwasher is spotless, shiny, and smells fresh - it's like new again!

DISADVANTAGES

❌ They struggle with heavily burnt cookware and stuck-on food residue - that's just not what I want to deal with.

❌ They don't always remove tea stains from glasses, which is a bit of a bummer.

❌ Sometimes the capsule might not fully dissolve, even on the short or normal 90-minute cycle - that's just frustrating.

❌ The strong chemical smell is overwhelming for many people, and I'm one of them.

❌ The packaging is pricey, and one wash costs me 27₽, considering the discounted price...

FINAL VERDICT

Ordinary capsules that get the job done, cleaning everyday dishes... but that's about it.

I was expecting to use them sparingly, for heavily soiled dishes, but unfortunately, they didn't impress me. The Synergetic tablets don't lag far behind Finishing...

I'd love to find some real game-changers when it comes to cleaning up tough stains - if you've found any, be sure to share in the comments below!

Thanks again for tuning in!