I recently decided to give Magnet's dishwasher powder a shot, hoping it would finally put an end to my streaky glassware and grimy utensils. I'd been using Somat for years, but it seems like it's lost its magic. Maybe it's the machine, or maybe it's just time for a change. Whatever the reason, I figured it was worth a try. I mean, who doesn't love a good eco-friendly option, right?

The ingredient list looked promising: over 30% phosphates, 5-15% oxygen-based bleach, and less than 5% non-phosphorus anionic surfactants and enzymes. Sounds like a dream come true, but let's get real - it's not all sunshine and rainbows. The 'new formula' claims to eliminate water spots, soften water, and all that jazz, but I wasn't exactly holding my breath.

So, I popped open the box and gave it a go. Running a high-intensity cycle on some seriously grimy dishes, I waited 2.5 hours to see the results. And, let me tell you, I was not impressed. The utensils and forks were a mess, with streaks and stains everywhere. Not exactly what I was hoping for.