Toilet cleaner buying guide: How to find the best toilet cleaner

A good-quality toilet cleaner can help you keep your loo in pristine condition with minimal scrubbing and polishing. From liquids and gels to automatic toilet cleaners, there's a wide range of toilet cleaning products available. To decide which one is right for you, consider the cleaning performance of a range of products, as well as their price tag and environmental friendliness.

Our guide will help you compare cleaning products to find the best toilet cleaner for your porcelain.

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Name	Product	Average Price (AUD)	Type	Bottle size	Fragrance	Applicator	Purchase today
Bref 10x Effect Ultra White		$3	Gel	450	Lime & Mint	Angled neck bottle	Buy at Amazon	Bref’s 10x Effect Ultra White provides hospital grade cleansing and malodour removal.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Harpic Original White & Shine Bleach Gel		$3	Gel	450	Regular	Angled neck bottle	Buy at Coles	White & Shine Ultimate Bleach Power. Deeply cleans and freshens, leaving your toilet bowl whiter after 1 use.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Harpic Oxi Action Toilet Cleaner Crystals		$6.55	Crystals	750	Regular	Straight nozzle	Buy at Coles	Harpic Oxi Action Bleach Crystals are best on tough stains.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Harpic Fresh Power Marine Splash Toilet Cleaner		$5	Gel	700	Fresh	Angled neck bottle	Buy at Coles	Harpic Fresh Power has a fresh fragrance and the power to kill odour-causing bacteria(E.Coli).	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Bref 10x Effect - Micro Brush		$2.99	Gel	450	Lemon	Angled neck bottle	Buy at Ebay	Bref’s 10x Effect - Micro Brush makes it easier to clean a toilet with less scrubbing required.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Domestos Thick Original		$7.95	Liquid	1,250	Regular	Straight neck with squirt nozzle	Buy at Ebay	The Domestos Thick Original contains hospital grade disinfectant for removing dirt, mould and germs.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Earth Choice Antibacterial Aqua Fresh		$2.24	Gel	750	Aqua Fresh	Straight neck bottle with angled applicator	Buy at Ebay	Earth Choice’s Antibacterial Aqua Fresh is eco-friendly and made from plant-based ingredients.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Ecostore Antibacterial Eucalyptus		$9.95	Gel	500	Eucalyptus	Angled neck bottle	Buy at Ebay	Ecostore’s Antibacterial Eucalyptus comes in 100% recyclable packaging and is suitable for ceramic and porcelain toilets.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Ecostore Antibacterial Citrus		$9.95	Gel	500	Citrus	Angled neck bottle	Buy at Ebay	Ecostore’s Antibacterial Citrus is eco-friendly, vegan and not tested on animals.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
One Shot Thick Concentrated Acidic Bowl Cleaner		$27.95	Gel	1,000	Regular	Straight nozzle	Buy at Ebay	The One Shot Thick Concentrated Acidic Bowl Cleaner is designed to remove stains and uric acid build up.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Oomph Citrus		$17.05	Gel	750	Citrus	Angled neck bottle	Buy at Ebay	Oomph’s Citrus is designed to disinfect the toilet and effectively remove stains.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Oomph Sandalwood		$17.05	Gel	750	Sandalwood	Angled neck bottle	Buy at Ebay	Oomph’s Sandalwood is a premium disinfectant that removes stains and offers with a pleasant fragrance.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
White King Powerclean Lemon		$4.89	Gel	700	Lemon	Angled neck bottle	Buy at Amazon	The White King Powerclean Lemon is an economical toilet bleach gel that prevents limescale.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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What types are available?

You've got a few options to consider when wandering down the cleaning aisle of your local supermarket. Toilet cleaners come in the following forms:

Liquids and gels

If you want to give your toilet a really deep clean, this is the sort of product you'll need. These products can be sprayed into the bowl, left to sit for a while and then scrubbed clean. These are the most commonly available toilet cleaners and often come with an upwards-angled nozzle to help you spray under the toilet rim.

In-tank toilet cleaners

These automatic toilet cleaners come in the form of tablets that can be placed in the cistern, which release cleaning agents every time you flush. The idea is that your toilet stays sparkling for longer without the need for excess scrubbing.

In-bowl cleaners

These cleaners are also designed to clean the toilet as you flush. They typically take the form of a gel held in a cage suspended from the edge of the bowl, or that can be attached directly to the wall of the bowl. These cleaners remove bacteria and stains and reduce the time and effort required to scrub the bowl clean.

How to compare toilet cleaners

While buying toilet cleaner is relatively straightforward, there are still a few important factors that you should consider before deciding which product is right for your bathroom:

• Price

  Most products fall within the $2 to $10 price range, but some products are priced as high as $20 or even $30. Remember to consider the amount of cleaner you're purchasing so that you can work out the price per 100mL or per litre and compare products on a like-for-like basis.

• Effectiveness

  Don't automatically assume that spending big bucks on a toilet cleaner will produce the best results. We recommend checking out independent reviews online from people who have actually used the product in question. What sort of results does it produce? How much scrubbing is required? Does it have an unpleasant or overpowering odour?

• Ease of use

  Read the label to find out exactly how to apply the cleaner to your toilet. Most liquids and gels require you to flush the toilet, spray the cleaner around the bowl, leave it for a specified period of time – usually 10 or 15 minutes – and then scrub clean. Many products can be used straight from the bottle, but some need to be diluted with water.

• Fragrance

  From lemon or citrus to sandalwood and eucalyptus, toilet cleaners come in a variety of fragrances. There's not really any way to tell whether you'll find the odour bearable until you use it, but many manufacturers offer a choice of fragrances so that you can at least pick the one that sounds the best.

• Disinfectant

  Check the label to find out whether the cleaner you're using also disinfects or whether its main use is removing stains.

• Environmentally friendly

  If you're an eco-conscious cleaner, check the ingredients on the label to find out exactly what sort of chemicals you're using. Some manufacturers use entirely plant-derived formulas and recycled packaging.

• Design

  Many toilet bowl cleaners come with an angled neck that allows you to spray the liquid under the rim, where all sorts of nasty stains and bacteria tend to gather. However, others may only have a straight neck or nozzle which may make them difficult to apply and may require a little extra elbow grease on your part.

Toilet cleaner safety

Some toilet cleaners can pose serious health hazards including eye damage or skin irritation if not used correctly. Make sure you read the safety and usage instructions on the label and follow them closely to avoid any potential problems.

Remember to always keep cleaning products out of reach of children and pets.