The best coffee machine descaling products in 2022

In order for the coffee machine to work smoothly, serve for a long time and delight with delicious drinks, it must be cleaned regularly. This can be done with the help of special tools for removing scale, limescale and other contaminants. In addition, timely cleaning of equipment helps to save electricity: heating elements covered with scale run slower and consume more electricity.

Coffee machine cleaners come in two forms: liquid and tablet. They also differ in many characteristics, such as volume, composition, concentration and method of application. 

Expert selection

Topperr (liquid)

Topperr Descaler effectively cleans the inside of the appliance of limescale and prolongs its life. The composition of the solution is based on sulfamic acid, which has a gentle effect on all elements of the coffee machine. 

Before pouring the concentrate into the tank of the coffee machine, it must be diluted in warm water. And after cleaning, the container should be thoroughly rinsed with water. The volume of 250 ml is enough for about 5 applications.

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Frau Schmidt (anti-scale tablets for tea and coffee makers)

Frau Schmidt Antiscale tablets are designed to clean coffee machines, coffee makers and kettles. They effectively remove limescale from the internal surfaces of household appliances. Regular use of tablets helps to increase the life of the equipment and prevent various damages. 

One package is enough for ten applications. To achieve the desired effect, you must act strictly according to the instructions: place the tablet in a container for water, pour hot water, let the product dissolve and start the coffee machine for a full cycle. 

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Top 5 best liquid descaling products for coffee machines in 2022 according to KP

1. Mellerud (descaler for coffee makers and coffee machines)

Descaler for coffee machines and coffee makers from the Mellerud brand is a highly effective product with a gentle composition. Its formula consists of organic acids and is suitable for different models of coffee machines: automatic, semi-automatic, compressor and capsule. 

Regular use of the concentrate ensures high-quality preparation of coffee drinks and a long service life of the coffee machine. To descale the appliance, mix 60 ml of the product with 250 ml of water. One plastic bottle is enough for 8-9 uses.

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2. LECAFEIER (means for ECO-decalcification of grain coffee machines)

LECAFEIER Professional Grain Coffee Machine Cleaner provides effective and fast removal of bacteria, limescale and corrosion. It contains absolutely no phosphorus, nitrogen and other toxic substances. 

The solution does not damage the internal parts of the equipment and is suitable for all models of popular manufacturers. With regular use, it extends the life of the coffee machine and reduces electricity consumption. The frequency of application and consumption depend on the hardness of the water and other factors.

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3. HG (descaler for coffee machines)

The concentrated composition of the product from the HG brand helps to restore perfect cleanliness to kettles, coffee machines, coffee makers and other household appliances. The traceless liquid removes limescale deposits from the inside of the appliance, so that the appliance lasts longer and consumes the optimal amount of electricity. 

The gentle cleanser is tasteless and odorless. It works very quickly, and its consumption is calculated for about 6 applications. The concentrate does not need to be used independently – it is necessary to dissolve it in water and only then pour it into a container.

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4. Top House (coffee machine and coffee maker cleaner)

The Top House brand cleaner is designed specifically to remove scale from the internal elements of coffee machines and coffee makers. In just one application, it will completely clean the device of lime deposits and sediment. 

Also, the tool relieves the coffee machine of traces of coffee and milk, so that the taste and aroma of drinks is not distorted at all. The formula of the cleaning solution includes protective components that prevent corrosion and slow down the process of re-contamination.

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5. Unicum (Descaler)

Unicum’s all-purpose descaling agent removes scale, traces of salt and rust very quickly. Suitable for cleaning kettles, coffee machines, coffee makers and other household appliances. The composition of the liquid contains silver nanoparticles, which prevent the growth of pathogenic microflora. 

Thanks to the periodic use of this concentrated product, you can achieve energy savings and increase the life of household appliances.

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Top 5 best coffee machine descaling tablets in 2022 according to KP

1. Top House (descaling tablets for teapots, coffee makers and coffee machines)

Top House descaling tablets do not contain toxic substances and aggressive acids. They are safe for human health and for the internal coating of the coffee machine. Means carefully clears equipment of a limy raid and protects it from formation of corrosion. 

It is quite simple to use: you need to dissolve the tablet in hot water, pour the solution into the container of the coffee machine and run it for a full cycle. If there is a lot of scale, you need to repeat the procedure several times.

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2. Filtero (descaler for coffee makers and coffee machines)

Filtero tablet cleaner removes limescale deposits from automatic coffee machines. In addition to limescale, which is formed due to the use of hard water, it removes traces of coffee oils. 

The composition of the tablets consists of components that are safe for human health. Their systematic use allows you to maintain household appliances in excellent condition and extend their service life. One package of this product is enough for ten applications.

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3. Frau Gretta (descaling tablets)

Frau Gretta descaling and limescale tablets are a highly effective cleaning agent for coffee machines, kettles and other household appliances. They increase the life of the devices, reduce energy consumption and the duration of programs. 

To clean coffee makers and coffee machines, you need to heat water to 80-90 degrees, dip one tablet into it, pour liquid into the device reservoir and leave for 30-40 minutes. Next, you need to remove the solution from the container and rinse it thoroughly.

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4. Topperr (tablets for scale)

Cleaning tablets from Topperr remove limescale that accumulates during the operation of the coffee machine. They are made of substances that are safe for humans and do not remain on the surface of the coffee machine after washing. 

The tool is easy to use: you just need to put the tablet in a water container, pour hot water into it and run the coffee machine for one or more cycles. If the lime deposits are old, you need to do this procedure several times.

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5. Reon (descaling tablets for coffee makers and coffee machines)

Reon coffee machine and coffee maker cleaning tablets effectively remove limescale and other impurities. Their composition consists exclusively of organic acids. 

Timely removal of scale from the internal surfaces of the devices prolongs their life and reduces electricity consumption. According to the instructions, you need to fill the container of the coffee machine with warm water by 75%, completely dissolve the tablet in it and start the cleaning cycle.

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How to choose a descaling agent for your coffee machine

Means for cleaning coffee machines from scale mainly differ in the form of release. They come in the form of tablets, liquids, or powders. Liquid cleaners are the easiest to use, because they do not need to be dissolved in water for a long time (like tablets). Their main advantage is that they penetrate even the most inaccessible places. The disadvantage of solutions is that they are consumed rather quickly. 

Tablets for cleaning appliances – a very convenient and economical tool. They are immediately available in the optimal dosage, so they do not need to be measured. But there are also disadvantages, for example, before starting the cleansing cycle, the tablets must be dissolved in hot water. Another type of limescale remover is powder. It also needs to be dissolved in water before starting the cleansing mode.

The second factor that you should pay attention to when choosing a cleanser is the composition. It must be safe for human health, gentle on the details of the coffee machine, and also suitable for a specific model of equipment. Citric acid is considered the most aggressive acid that is part of cleaners. It damages some parts of the coffee machine, thereby causing the equipment to break down.

Popular questions and answers   

The KP answers questions from readers Anton Ryazantsev, an expert in the sale of household appliances, head of the Internet project of the CVT Group of Companies.