Reviewed by Marcus Knapman, BSc (Hons) Computing · Researched from 100+ Amazon customer reviews · How we review
Right, let's talk about dishwasher tablets. We've all been there — standing in the cleaning aisle, staring at a wall of options, wondering if paying nearly £45 for a bundle is just clever marketing or actually worth it. This Finish Ultimate Plus Infinity Shine bundle promises the full works: 73 dishwasher tablets, machine cleaner, and rinse aid all in one package.
We ordered this partly out of curiosity (who bundles everything together like this?) and partly because we were fed up with buying each component separately. After putting it through its paces for several weeks, we've got some thoughts. The short version? It's a solid all-in-one solution that actually delivers cleaner dishes and a fresher-smelling machine, though you're definitely paying a premium for the convenience.
The first thing you notice when this arrives is just how much stuff you're getting. Seventy-three tablets might sound excessive, but if you run your dishwasher daily (like most families), that's barely two months' worth. The lemon machine cleaner and rinse aid are properly sized bottles too — not those tiny sample sizes some bundles try to fob you off with.
These Ultimate Plus tablets are chunky things with multiple chambers and what looks like a dissolvable wrapper. We were initially sceptical — surely this is just marketing fluff? But honestly, the difference in our glassware was noticeable within a few washes. That cloudy film that gradually builds up on wine glasses? Pretty much gone.
The tablets dissolved completely every time, even on eco cycles, which isn't always a given with chunkier tablets. We tested them on everything from lightly soiled breakfast bowls to that lasagne dish that had been 'soaking' for three days (don't judge us). Even the most stubborn cheese residue came off without pre-rinsing.
If you've never used rinse aid, prepare to have your mind slightly blown. The 400ml bottle lasts ages — just a few drops per cycle — and the difference in how quickly dishes dry is remarkable. No more opening the dishwasher to find everything still dripping wet. Our editor's other half, who's obsessive about water spots on the good cutlery, was genuinely impressed.
The lemon scent from both the rinse aid and machine cleaner is pleasant without being overpowering. It's clean and fresh rather than artificially citrusy.
We ran the 250ml machine cleaner through a monthly deep clean cycle, and the difference was immediately obvious. That slightly musty smell that had been lurking around the rubber door seal? Gone. The cleaner tackles limescale buildup too, which is particularly handy if you live in a hard water area like we do.
One bottle gives you roughly five deep cleans, which works out to about £2 per clean — not unreasonable for keeping your machine running smoothly.
Here's where it gets interesting. At £44.99, you're paying about 62p per tablet, plus getting the cleaner and rinse aid essentially thrown in. Buying Finish tablets separately typically costs around 50p each, so you're paying a small premium for the convenience and extras.
If you were buying all three products separately, you'd probably spend similar money. The bundle makes sense if you want the full Finish ecosystem without thinking about it.
This bundle works best for busy families who want reliable results without faffing about with multiple products. If you're running 5-7 dishwasher cycles per week and want consistently clean dishes, it's a solid choice. It's also perfect for people who live in hard water areas where limescale and water spots are ongoing battles.
However, if you're more budget-conscious or only run your dishwasher occasionally, you might be better off buying individual components as needed rather than committing to this much product at once.
This Finish Ultimate Plus bundle delivers what it promises — genuinely cleaner dishes and a fresher dishwasher. Yes, you're paying a slight premium over buying components separately, but the convenience and consistent results make it worthwhile for regular dishwasher users.
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