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# Removes limescale & residue Septic safe & EPA certified Deep cleans hidden parts Affresh W10549851 Dishwasher Cleaner 6 Tablets Formulated to Clean Inside All Machine Models, Count

**Brand:** affresh
**Price:** R599
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Keep your dishwasher fresh & flawless—because your kitchen deserves the best! 🧽

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Affresh W10549851 Dishwasher Cleaner 6 Tablets Formulated to Clean Inside All Machine Models, Count by affresh
- **How much does it cost?** R599 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- affresh enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted affresh brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Eco-Friendly Formula:** Septic tank safe and U.S. EPA Safer Choice certified for guilt-free cleaning
- • **Invisible Deep Clean:** Targets tub, racks, pump & hoses for spotless performance
- • **Trusted by Top Brands:** #1 recommended by Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag & Amana
- • **Effortless Maintenance:** Use monthly to prevent buildup and odors—keep your dishwasher fresh
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Works with all dishwasher makes and models—no guesswork needed

## Overview

Affresh Dishwasher Cleaner is a mineral-based tablet designed to remove limescale, mineral buildup, and odor-causing residues deep inside all dishwasher models. Endorsed by leading brands like Whirlpool and KitchenAid, it’s septic safe, EPA certified, and recommended for monthly use to maintain peak dishwasher performance and freshness.

## Description

Affresh dishwasher cleaner cleans even where you can’t see to help remove odor-causing residues and buildup that can form in machines over time. Specially formulated to power away limescale and mineral buildup, affresh® dishwasher cleaner is an easy and effective way to clean deep inside your machine while your detergent cleans your dishes* (*check manufacturer's suggested cleaning instructions on all dishwasher-safe items). #1 Recommended by* Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag and Amana brands, affresh® dishwasher cleaner tablets are septic-tank safe, compatible with all machine makes and models, and made with U.S. EPA Safer Choice-certified ingredients. Use monthly or as needed to maximize machine performance and leave your dishes and glassware sparkling* (*heavily soiled machines may require extra cleaning cycles). *Affresh brand product and the recommending brands' products are all owned and distributed by Whirlpool Corporation.

Review: Works -I think - I didn’t research how this works or even if it actually works. That being said, I bought it because my dishwasher started smelling like fish after daily use for a year. I cleaned the filter and all but the smell didn’t completely go away. I used one tablet according to the instructions and the dishwasher smells fresh again. I guess I can maintain it more frequently so prevent the smell happening again but I’m not very domestic. I despise housework beyond cooking and baking. So there you go. Seems like working.
Review: Key household item - You have a dishwasher? You need this. 2 or 3 times a year. Period.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Brand | Affresh |
| Item form | Tablet |
| Item weight | 4.8 Ounces |
| Material features | Septic safe |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Scent | Lime |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Affresh
- **Item form:** Tablet
- **Material features:** Septic safe
- **Number of Items:** 1
- **Scent:** Lime

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Pattern, Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I don't have an odor in my dishwasher, but it doesn't clean dishes properly anymore. Would this help renew the efficiency?**
A: No, the main interesting ingredient here is citric acid, which will remove the "hard" water buildup (calcium and magnesium minerals) from the dishwasher, along with anything odor-causing that's living in that buildup.

The only thing that'll get your dishwasher cleaning dishes properly again is putting phosphate back in the dishwasher detergent (it was taken out by all the manufacturers in 2010 because some, not even all, the states banned it). You can either go through some contortions to buy sodium hexametaphosphate and add it to regular detergent or buy something like Bubble Bandit (which gets around the bans, even in those legislatively-misguided states, by claiming to be for commercial dishwashing machines) which still has plenty of phosphate in it. You could also try one of the fancy multi-compartment detergent pods (the highest-end Cascade as well as Finish Quantum, possibly others, but do your research for which ones actually work), but those are pretty expensive, especially since the different-colored compartments aren't just a gimmic (likeI, cynically, originally thought)  but are actually supposed to release different chemicals at different times in the rinse cycle.

Phosphates will both get your dishwasher cleaning again and prevent the buildup in the first place. Their removal from dishwasher detergents is a faux-environmentalism scam, as those contributed less to less than 1% of the phosphates in wastewater, even in those places where phosphate concentrations were a legitimate problem (which is not even everywhere). The biggest culprit is, unsurprisingly, industrial pollution, and that's, equally unsurprisingly, still not banned, despite everyone's dishwashers having been rendered useless. Why pay more for fancy pods with unknown-impact chemicals when good, old phosphates do the job perfectly well?

**Q: How is this better than a tablespoon of bleach?**
A: Well, it can be run with dishes in the diswasher if you want to. It also has a pleasant, lemony scent. Bleach, especially in such a small concentration, does not do much for hard water build up/lime scale. For that you need something acidic. If you don't want to use these tablets, a cup or two of vinegar (apple cider vinegar smells better, but any vinegar will do) works fairly well. I have also sprinkled baking soda in the grate in the bottom of my dishwasher, then poured the vinegar in and let it sit a few minutes before running the dishwasher to clean it. The reaction of the vinegar and baking soda helps loosen bits of food residue caught in the grates.

**Q: Which chemical does it use? Is it citric acid?**
A: It contains citric acid and sodium bisulfate. Does an exceleent job of cleaning. The racks slide in and out so much easier.

**Q: My dishwasher has  black mold growing in it. What could be causing it. We run the dishwasher typically 3-5 times a week.**
A: Mold is growing because you are running it 3-5 times per week. Put a small amount (half an ounce) of bleach in your dishwasher with every wash and let your dishwasher dry out (leave the door open) after each use. With 3-5 washes per week the mold/mildew will be gone by the end of the week.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works -I think
*by V***I on 1 April 2020*

I didn’t research how this works or even if it actually works. That being said, I bought it because my dishwasher started smelling like fish after daily use for a year. I cleaned the filter and all but the smell didn’t completely go away. I used one tablet according to the instructions and the dishwasher smells fresh again. I guess I can maintain it more frequently so prevent the smell happening again but I’m not very domestic. I despise housework beyond cooking and baking. So there you go. Seems like working.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Key household item
*by N***. on 8 July 2025*

You have a dishwasher? You need this. 2 or 3 times a year. Period.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Maintenance is easier and cheaper than repairs!
*by M***. on 6 June 2026*

2026-06-03. Dishwasher cleaner tablets by Affresh. Helps power away odor causing bacteria, limescale, mineral deposits, and grime. Cleans pump, tub, and hoses. 6-count (6 month supply.) Let's face it, everything needs maintenance, and your dishwasher is no exception. That's why is good practice to get into the habit of regularly cleaning your dishwasher. A clean dishwasher will improve performance and reduce wear and tear, and can potentially prevent costly repairs or messy deep cleanings by hand down the road. What you need to know about dishwashers is how they work. The water used isn't a continuous flow of fresh water from your pipes, on the contrary, the water is filtered and recycled. Most dishwasher tabs used to clean your dishes are NOT soap, rather the ingredients are made up largely of enzymes that break down foods and organic matter. This is why it's good habit to scrape off all large chunks off your dishes before putting them into the wash. When foods are broken down they are more susceptible to clogging and clinging, which is where dishwasher cleaning tablets come in. These are specially formulated and enzyme packed to further break down organic matter and remove any deposits that may accumulate over time. The recommended cycle for cleaning your dishwasher is once per month or every 30 wash cycles, but it really depends on the detergent you regularly use and how often you use your dishwasher. The once per month recommendation is based on you using your dishwasher once a day with middle of the pack dishwasher tablet (i.e. the standard amount of organic matter breaking enzymes like Cascade Platinum or Finish Quantum.) If you use premium dishwasher tablets (like Cascade Platinum Plus or Finish Ultimate) that have more food dissolving enzymes, you can probably get away with stretching your cleanings to once every 6-8 weeks or every 60-80 washes. If you're not sure how often to clean the dishwasher, I'd start with a longer interval and shorten it as needed. I wouldn't recommend a period too long between cleanings (no longer than 3 months if used daily). If you notice any odors or residue accumulating, it's time to clean it. Mark the interval down and once you can establish a regular cycle, reduce it by a week or two and just stick with it. e.g. if you establish that every 6 weeks you start seeing signs of residue build up, then your regular cleaning schedule should be every 4-5 weeks. Sure you won't see the residue, but that's the whole point, you maintain it rather than react and clean it. One of the great things about these tablets is that it can be used with or without a load of dishes. If your dishwasher has a sanitize setting this is the one to use when cleaning it. These dishwasher cleaning tablets are larger than your dish cleaning pods so it won't fit in the soap compartment which is a great way to remind you that it's meant to be used in conjunction and not as a substitute. Just throw it into the bottom of the machine and it'll clean both your dishes and your machine. From an ingredients perspective, these tablets by Affresh are paraben-free, septic safe, and EPA Safer Choice Certified, meaning all ingredients have been evaluated for safer human health and environmental impact. These tablets give off a light lemon scent and retail for $9/6-pk ($1.50 apiece), but currently (at the time of this posting), they're on sale at an 11% discount and are selling at $8/6-pack ($1.33 apiece). Affresh is a subsidiary of Kitchen-Aid Whirlpool and is well established. These tablets work well and, at $1.50 a month, is an inexpensive way to keeping your daily use appliance healthy and performing well. The box arrived somewhat crushed, but the contents inside were still ok. Affresh is developed by Whirlpool, so you may find that it's recommended by any of the nameplates under their corporate umbrella, Maytag, Kitchen Aid, Amana, etc. If you're on a budget, do some math to see what is most economical for you. Premium dish cleaning tablets, the ones with extra enzymes like Cascade Platinum Plus (40¢/pod) and Finish Ultimate (32¢/pod) cost more than their middle of the road models like Cascade Platinum (32¢/pod) and Finish Quantum (24¢/pod), and these are $1.50/tablet. So it may be more economical to buy the cheaper dish pods over the premium ones and use these cleaning tablets more often. Example: Cascade Platinum (@30 cycles) 32¢ × 30 cycles + 1 tablet = $9.60 + $1.50 = ~$11.10/mo or about $133.20/year Cascade Platinum Plus (@39 cycles) -- Note: Cascade Platinum Plus claims up to 30% more cleaning power 40¢ × 39 cycles + 1 tablet = $15.60 + $1.50 = ~ 17.10/6 weeks or about $148.20/year Finish Quantum (@30 cycles) 24¢ × 30 cycles + 1 tablet = $7.20 + $1.50 = $8.70/month or about $104.40 per year Finish Ultimate (@60 cycles) -- Note: Finish Ultimate contains 2x as many enzymes as Finish Quantum 32¢ × 60 cycles + 1 tablet = $19.20 + $1.50 = $20.70/2 months or about $124.20 per year In both cases, with the top leading brands in dish pods, it's cheaper to use the mid-grade in the long run. Sure, you will need to use these cleaning tablets more often, but it works out more budget friendly in the long run. If you're wondering which dish pod is better between Cascade and Finish, it's hard to say as they target different things. The core difference between Cascade Platinum Plus and Finish Ultimate is their primary cleaning strength: Cascade Platinum Plus relies heavily on enzyme power and Dawn grease-fighters to scrub away baked-on foods, while Finish Ultimate leverages an intense formula designed to combat hard water spots and leave a slick, residue-free shine. On an end note, don't neglect your clothes washer either! This is another work-horse of an appliance that's used several times a week in most households, and should also be maintained regularly. While Affresh also makes cleaning tablets for your Clothes Washer, I have been using a different brand (Spintide) which I can no longer find on Amazon, so I've just ordered some RENUV®. If you want to read up on that, you can find it here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/customer-reviews/R2CJSFPCROZFY6?ref=pf_ov_at_pdctrvw_srp I chose RENUV® over Affresh for my clothes washer because RENUV® is designed for deep descaling and heavy build up and I wanted to give that thorough cleaning in my hoses, pumps and drums. They're also more cost effective over Affresh for my schedule. The RENUV® cost 25¢ more per tablet than the Affresh, but I use them every 20 weeks vs every 10 weeks with the Affresh. It's a win-win for me as I clean less often and I save a little in the long run.

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