The tablets have nothing fancy in them other than some dyes, they are just soap at a mark-up. Even the cheapy store brand stuff does just as good of a job.
Additionally, depending on the hardness of your water you may need less detergent than the tablets have in them which could leave a white residue on your dishes.
Finally, with the powdered detergent you may need to sprinkle a little in the door for a pre-rinse which you can't due with the pods. Check your washer instructions.
Additionally, depending on the hardness of your water you may need less detergent than the tablets have in them which could leave a white residue on your dishes.
Finally, with the powdered detergent you may need to sprinkle a little in the door for a pre-rinse which you can't due with the pods. Check your washer instructions.
P.S. Never use liquid detergents.