The best dishwasher detergents for hard water come in three types; gel, powder and tablets or single-load pods. Knowing which variant you prefer is the first step when choosing a dishwasher cleaner.

Dishwasher Gel Great Value Dishwasher Gel (from Walmart’s store brand) lives up to its name as our overall top-rated gel detergent. It doesn’t remove food quite as well as the Cascade with ...