10 Best Dishwasher Rinse Aids in the UK 2024 | Finish, Ecover and More

It should come as no surprise that the best-recommended dishwasher rinse aid is by Miele, a premium brand known for producing dishwashers. This formula is low-acidity so it's gentle on your dishes, and it also contains a glassware formula that will protect your glasses from scratches and damage.

We especially love how the user-friendly bottle is made with a flip-top easy-pour spout, which ensures minimal spillage so you won't waste a single drop. It may cost a bit more than some other products on our list, but it is definitely worth the money! 

Finish is one of the leading names in home cleaning and for very good reason. When they say brilliant shine, they really do mean a brilliant shine for all your crockery and cutlery, not just your glasses!

This rinse aid helps to remove any residue and actively dries dishes faster, in order to give your dishes the best results possible. Used in combination with an all-in-one tablet, it boasts at least two times the drying performance. 

If you're looking to stock up, Pro-Kleen's Rinse Aid comes in a substantial 1-litre jug as well as a smaller 500 ml to decant into, so you definitely won't need to repurchase for a good while. 

Formula-wise, this rinse aid has a unique blend of low-foam surfactants and additives designed to reduce surface tension. This ensures the quickest drying time for all your dishes, as well as a streak-free, superior shine. 

Claro is another great eco-friendly option, with all their products being made in Austria, which is perfect for those trying to reduce their carbon footprint. Plus, they are a certified with the European Ecolabel, a label of environmental excellence. 

This rinse aid formula ensures a quick-drying, brilliantly sparkling shine as well as preventing water spots and limescale stains. Better yet, it is phosphate-free, palm oil-free, chlorine-free, and free from animal testing.

Crystale's fast drying action rinse aid is particularly effective for cleaning metalware, as it will protect metals against tarnishing as well as brightening and giving them an excellent shine. 

This product also helps prevent calcium spots and streaks that may occur in harder water areas, and best of all, it's completely fragrance-free for those who are concerned.

A brand more famous than most when it comes to washing up, Fairy's rinse aid is one of the best out there for making sure your glasses come out of the dishwasher extra sparkly, with absolutely no spots on your dishes either. 

This product is, however, quite heavily scented which many don't like, especially if you are already using a scented detergent. Plus, some mention the rinse aid leaving an aftertaste on the dishes!

This Asda rinse aid is a cheap and cheerful option that has the refreshing scent of citrus. At £1.50 per bottle, this is another affordable pick that you can easily add to your weekly online shop to try out. 

However, one thing to be aware of is that, due to the lighter formula, you may need to use a little more product than the instructions state. So you may end up going through this rinse aid faster than if you'd spent more initially! 

Tesco's own-brand dishwasher rinse aid is a great option that, although chemical-based, is produced cruelty-free. At £1.30 per bottle, this is the cheapest option available, making it perfect for smaller homes or those on a budget. 

However, there are some complaints that the design of the bottle makes it prone to spills as the flip top is not very secure. If you are a bit accident-prone, it might be best to keep looking!