Dishwashers save water (See back panel for water use details). No. 1 brand (Among dishwasher detergents based on sales). Scrubs away dried on food. Virtually spotfree shine. Grease fighting power. Oxi. Running the dishwasher daily saves water (Energy star certified dishwasher use less 4 gallons per cycle. Running the tap for 11 minutes while handwashing uses up to 24 gallons of water). 24 gallons with 11 minutes of handwashing vs 4 gallons per 1 dishwasher cycle. Phosphate free. Safe for septic tanks. Make sure items are dishwasher safe and follow manufacture's directions.