Difference between bar soap and liquid dishwasher what to choose?

Bar soap, liquid, powdered detergents are the popular detergents which are used in the dishwasher to receive great results. Bar soap and dishwasher liquid are more commonly used dishwasher detergents. Many people are confused about which one to use from these and which one will produce better results. However, there are some slight differences between them. One should always take in consideration the factors that how much it will be useful, or how will be its cleaning performance or how it will affect the machine.

Every detergent has its pros and cons and varies in price-

·         Liquids play a better role in removing intense stains and leftovers. However, they will cost you a little bit more than other detergents. Liquid detergents can last for a very long time.

·         Dishwasher liquid has a better dissolvability tendency and spreads evenly everywhere.

·         Liquid dishwasher contains a strong chemical which helps in cleaning in a better way. It helps more in removing the grease and grimy stains which are left over.

·         Liquid soaps are convenient to use compared to bar soaps.

·         Bar soaps are likely to create a lot of mess all over the machine.

·         Liquid soaps never get mushy unlike the bar soaps.

·         The main factor of dishwasher liquid which attracts people over the bar soap is, it tends to create a rich and thin lather.

·         Bar soaps have a higher pH level compared to liquid detergents.

·         Dishwashing tablets are normally expensive and requires a longer rinsing cycle, thus comes in a less quantity.

·         The main disadvantage of dishwasher tablet is they cannot be measured accurately as compared with liquid. They even offer less flexibility. 

·         Dishwasher tablets have less validity period. They cannot be stored for a longer period, unlike liquid detergents as they easily get sticky and lumpy.

·         Bar soaps have less water mixing ability.

·         Hard water softening- Few liquids, can soften the hard water and help you in providing effective cleaning of utensils, glasses, and dishes. They can be used with rinse additives for automatic dishwasher cleaning.

·         Easy to measure and clean - Dishwasher liquid as compared to bar soap, gives you enough control to measure the detergent for your specific wash cycle. You may find it a bit easier to pour and wipe it off in case of an accidental spill on the floor or any other part of the dishwasher.

·         Liquid detergents are milder in nature than powder detergents. Being water based, liquids are gentle while cleaning the dishes.

·         Dishwasher tablets come in the form of small bricks; you have to buy them in larger quantity and cannot break also.

Every product has its advantages and disadvantages.  However, many people prefer going for dishwasher liquid as it has more benefits compared to bar soap.