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General Purpose Cleaning Cloth 2-Pack vs Original Washing Up Liquid 1.19L

Detailed comparison of General Purpose Cleaning Cloth 2-Pack and Original Washing Up Liquid 1.19L. Compare specs, price, pros & cons to find which is best for you.

Quick Verdict

The Original Washing Up Liquid 1.19L leads with a 4.7★ rating (55,000 reviews). Its standout strength: one squeeze handles a mountain of dishes. The General Purpose Cleaning Cloth 2-Pack counters with cleans with just water — no chemicals. Price difference: £3.

Full Spec Comparison

Rating

★★★★4.5

★★★★4.7

Reviews

33,000

55,000

Brand

e-cloth

Fairy

quantity

2 cloths

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material

3.1 million fibres per cm²

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chemicals

Water only — no chemicals needed

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machine_wash

Yes — up to 60°C

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volume

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1.19 litres

type

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Original

grease_cutting

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3x more grease cleaning

long_lasting

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Up to 50% longer than other brands

Pros

Cleans with just water — no chemicalsLasts 300+ washesRemoves 99% of bacteria

One squeeze handles a mountain of dishesThe UK's most trusted washing up liquidMassive 1.19L bottle lasts ages

Cons

Needs wringing out properly or stays damp

Plastic bottle — not the most eco-friendly

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quantity2 cloths

material3.1 million fibres per cm²

chemicalsWater only — no chemicals needed

Cleans with just water — no chemicalsLasts 300+ washes

Needs wringing out properly or stays damp

volume1.19 litres

typeOriginal

grease_cutting3x more grease cleaning

One squeeze handles a mountain of dishesThe UK's most trusted washing up liquid

Plastic bottle — not the most eco-friendly

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better: General Purpose Cleaning Cloth 2-Pack or Original Washing Up Liquid 1.19L?

The Original Washing Up Liquid 1.19L edges ahead with a 4.7★ rating vs 4.5★.One squeeze handles a mountain of dishes. However, the General Purpose Cleaning Cloth 2-Pack wins on cleans with just water — no chemicals. Your best choice depends on whether you prioritise kitchen or cleaning.

Is the General Purpose Cleaning Cloth 2-Pack worth it over the Original Washing Up Liquid 1.19L?

The General Purpose Cleaning Cloth 2-Pack costs £6.99 while the Original Washing Up Liquid 1.19L is £3.99. The Original Washing Up Liquid 1.19L offers better value for money. Both are excellent for cleaning and eco-friendly.

General Purpose Cleaning Cloth 2-Pack vs Original Washing Up Liquid 1.19L — which should I buy in 2026?

Choose the General Purpose Cleaning Cloth 2-Pack if you prioritise cleans with just water — no chemicals. Choose the Original Washing Up Liquid 1.19L if you prioritise one squeeze handles a mountain of dishes. Both are top-rated in the impulse-buys category.

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