Homethings Review: Meet the Cleaning Tablets Shaking Up the Homecare Industry
Hey there, eco-warrior! If you‘re anything like me, you‘re always on the hunt for ways to make your home sparkle without harming the planet (or your health). So when I heard about Homethings, the UK-based company crafting cleaning products in tablet form, I knew I had to get my hands on some ASAP.
Founded by roommates fed up with the plastic waste and toxic chemicals in traditional cleaners, Homethings is on a mission to revolutionize the way we tidy up. Their goal? To make effective, earth-friendly homecare products that are a breeze to use.
Spoiler alert: they‘ve succeeded—and then some. I‘ve tested Homethings‘ full line of cleaning tablets and I‘m officially obsessed. By the end of this review, I think you will be too!
Why Homethings is Different
Before we dive into the nitty-gritty of each product, let‘s talk about what makes Homethings stand out from the crowded shelf of cleaning supplies:
🌿 All-natural, non-toxic ingredients: No harsh chemicals, no sketchy preservatives, no icky residues left behind. Just the power of plants keeping your home healthy!
🚫 Zero plastic waste: By opting for ultra-concentrated tablets instead of liquids, Homethings uses 94% less plastic packaging than typical household cleaners. Mother Earth says thank you.
🚰 No more shipping water: Why pay for bulky bottles of H2O when you have a tap at home? Homethings‘ dry tabs eliminate the emissions from transporting heavy jugs of diluted solution.
♻️ Infinitely reusable bottles: Kiss single-use plastic goodbye! Each Homethings set comes with sleek, 100% recycled spray bottles that you can refill again and again.
👌 Genuinely effective: I‘ll be honest, I was skeptical that all-natural tablets could combat my toughest messes. But Homethings blew me away with their cleaning power—more deets below!
The Homethings Product Lineup
Now for the fun part: a breakdown of Homethings‘ four main offerings. I‘ve personally put each one to the test, so I can vouch for every sparkly surface in my flat!
1. Multi-Purpose Cleaning Sprays
Homethings believes that with the right formulas, you only need three products to clean your entire home:
- Allthings (all-purpose)
- Baththings (bathroom)
- Shinythings (glass + mirrors)
Each kit comes with tablets for all three solutions, plus color-coded refillable bottles made from 100% recycled plastic. Just pop a tab into the corresponding bottle, add warm water, let it dissolve, and get to work!
The magic of these sprays lies in their carefully selected blends of:
- Biodegradable surfactants to lift grime
- Citric acid to blast through soap scum and hard water
- Essential oils for a fresh, natural scent
Unlike traditional cleaners that obliterate all bacteria, Homethings leaves beneficial microbes intact for a healthier home.
The results: The all-purpose spray tackled stubborn stovetop grease and sticky dining table spills like a champ. The bathroom solution left my tub gleaming without the brain-melting fumes of bleach. And the glass cleaner? Streak-free shine for days. I‘m a convert!
What customers are saying: With over 200 rave reviews and a 4.7-star average rating, it‘s clear I‘m not the only one loving these sprays. Buyers gush about the "amazing" scents, "powerful" cleaning, and "peace of mind" from ditching toxic chemicals.
2. Laundry Detergent Pods
As someone who‘s perpetually behind on laundry (oops), I need a detergent that‘s foolproof and hardworking. Enter Homethings‘ Laundrythings 2-in-1 pods.
These tiny-but-mighty tabs contain a super-concentrated blend of:
- Plant-derived cleaning agents
- Mineral-based water softeners
- Stain-lifting enzymes
- Natural essential oils (optional, if you prefer fragrance-free!)
Pop one or two pods directly into your washer drum and let them dissolve completely in the wash for clean, fresh-smelling clothes with zero plastic waste.
The results: I. Am. Floored. Laundrythings pods erased every trace of my husband‘s legendary pasta sauce stains and kept my leggings buttery-soft. All with no sulfates, phosphates, or optical brighteners in sight.
What customers are saying: Laundrythings have earned a devoted following, with a 4.6 star average from over 300 happy launderers. Folks rave about the "amazing results," the "subtle, natural scent," and not feeling "itchy" like with normal detergents.
3. Dishwasher Tablets
If you‘ve ever opened your dishwasher expecting sparkling glasses but found a crusty lasagna pan instead, you need Dishthings in your life ASAP.
These concentrated tablets are:
- Formulated with plant-derived surfactants and oxygen bleach
- Proven to cut through 24-hour dried-on food and greasy residues
- Wrapped in a 100% water-soluble film (no icky plastic!)
- Suitable for both short and intensive cycles
Just pop a tab in your dishwasher‘s detergent compartment and prepare for an effortless clean without any pre-washing (yes, really).
The results: Dishthings made quick work of my most stubborn, baked-on messes and left my wine glasses so sparkly, I almost didn‘t recognize them. After weeks of use, my machine is running better than ever with no limescale in sight.
What customers are saying: With a whopping 4.8-star average from nearly 400 reviews, Dishthings have officially won the people‘s choice award. Users call them a "game-changer" and say they "outperform the leading brands." High praise indeed!
4. Floor Cleaning Tablets
Last but not least, meet the unsung hero of the Homethings squad: Floorthings. If you‘re still schlepping around a mop bucket filled with mystery cleaning solution, it‘s time for an upgrade.
These tablets are:
- Ultra-concentrated for maximum dirt-destroying power
- Low-foam and no-rinse for a residue-free clean
- Infused with lavender essential oil for a spa-like scent
- Safe for sealed wood, laminate, tile, and more
To use, simply dissolve a tab in a bucket of warm water (or a spray bottle for spot cleaning) and mop as usual. Floorthings break down grime without leaving floors sticky or greasy.
The results: I was borderline giddy watching Floorthings transform my high-traffic hardwood from grimy to gleaming. The lavender scent made my whole apartment smell like a posh yoga studio, too!
What customers are saying: Busy parents and pet owners alike give Floorthings two (freshly cleaned) thumbs up. With a 4.8 average across the board, reviewers say these tabs are "so easy to use," "smell amazing," and "require minimal effort for maximum results."
Putting Homethings to the Test
Of course, I had to see for myself how Homethings stacked up to the big brands I usually grabbed at the store. I mean, could plant-powered tablets really outperform the chemical-laden sprays and jugs I was used to?
Short answer: YES. Longer answer: H-E-C-K YES!!!
Guys, I put Homethings through the wringer. I‘m talking:
- Spaghetti sauce explosions
- Mud-caked white sneakers
- Hair-clogged bathroom drains
- Sticky kitchen spills from my toddler‘s art projects
- Seriously funky workout clothes
And every. single. time. Homethings rose to the challenge and then some. My surfaces have never been so clean, my conscience never so clear.
But don‘t just take my word for it! Homethings has rave reviews from major publications like The Independent, Country Living Magazine, and The Sun. They‘ve also earned a devoted Insta following of over 17K and counting.
One scroll through their tagged photos shows countless customers showing off their sparkling homes and declaring themselves "obsessed" with Homethings. The before-and-afters are especially mind-blowing!
The Bottom Line
If you can‘t tell, I‘m a little bit in love with Homethings. Not only do their products actually work (like, really really work), but this brand is legitimately making the world a better place with each tablet.
By ditching single-use plastic, eliminating water from the equation, and harnessing the power of plants, Homethings is:
- Preventing 7.5 million + plastic bottles from ending up in landfills
- Saving 100,000+ liters of water from being shipped unnecessarily
- Removing 10+ tonnes of toxic chemicals from our drains and waterways
- Helping folks keep their homes clean without compromising their health
Plus, they‘re a certified B-Corp dedicated to using business as a force for good. We love an eco-friendly icon!
The only downside is that Homethings currently only ships within the UK. As someone who loves to spread the gospel of green cleaning, I hope they‘ll expand soon so I can share the love with my international pals.
But for my UK friends looking to seriously up your homecare game and your sustainability street cred, Homethings is the move. Ditch the endless plastic waste and mystery chemicals and hop on the cleaning tablet train. Your sparkling home (and the planet) will thank you!
P.S. Homethings offers subscribe-and-save deals and a fab starter set so you can try all their bestsellers at once. You‘re so welcome.
