To keep our jewellery sparkly clean, it's important to care for it when it's not in use. The skin's natural oils and the chemicals in soaps and detergents can be damaging to gold, silver and other metals, and can cause them to stain, dull or grow dirty over time.
Whether you want to restore the shine to your well-loved engagement ring or revive the former glory of those precious gemstones, it can be hard to know how to do so correctly. To help you find the right product for the job, we have compiled a list of the best professional liquid and ultrasonic jewellery cleaners on the UK market today, so you can be sure to do what's best for your bling!
For those after a quick look, here is our Top 5:
For a more in-depth look at the comprehensive top 10 selection, make sure to read on to learn more about the different types of jewellery cleaners available and understand how our ranking was determined.
This article's chosen EC site price listings are reflective of its publishing date.
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Name | 600 ml Ultrasonic Cleaner | Jewellery Cleaner Liquid | Large Capacity Stainless Steel Cleaner | Jewellery Cleaning Gel | Diamond Dazzle Stik® | 420 ml Ultrasonic Jewellery Cleaner | Delicate Jewellery Cleaner | Jewellery Cleaning Solution - Jewel Sparkle | Jewellery Cleaning Solution - Silver Sparkle | Sonic Jewellery Cleaning Kit |
Features | A Sleek Cleaner With a Digital Interface and Plenty of Tank Space | A Phosphate-Free Liquid Cleaner That's Suitable for a Variety of Common Metals | An Ultrasonic Cleaner for Larger Batches and Commercial Use | Hands-On Cleansing Gel That's Tough on Grime and Gentle on Skin | Help Your Gemstones Dazzle With This Convenient Diamond Restoration Pen | Small Batch Ultrasonic Cleaner Perfect For Individual Use | Delicate Dipping Solution for Semi-Precious Stones and Costume Jewellery | A Specialist Kit to Return Gold and Jewels to Their Former Glory | Specially Formulated Silver Cleaner to Add Sparkle Back to Your Accessories | A Modern Cleaning Solution From a Brand With Decades of Experience |
Price | £39.99 | £7.70 | £89.99 | £9.99 | £8.86 | £37.99 | £8.50 | £4.99 | £4.99 | £24.99 |
Cleaning Style | Ultrasonic | Immersive solution | Ultrasonic | Gel and brush | Pen applicator | Ultrasonic | Dipping solution | Immersive solution | Immersive solution | Ultrasonic |
Jewellery Type | Precious metals, hardwearing gemstones | Gold, platinum, titanium, precious gemstones | Precious metals, hardwearing gemstones | Diamonds, gemstones, gold, platinum | Diamonds and precious gemstones | Precious metals, hardwearing gemstones | Gold, silver, opals, pearls, semi-precious stones | Gold, platinum, diamonds, hardwearing gemstones | Silver | Precious metals, hardwearing gemstones |
Size | 600 ml tank | 207 ml | 3-litre tank | 150 ml | 1 pen | 420 ml tank | 236 ml | 225 ml | 225 ml | 250 ml |
Dimensions | 12 x 20 x 12 cm | - | 26.5 x 21.5 x 16.5 cm | - | - | 23 x 17.3 x 15.4 cm | - | - | - | - |
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Many people opt for a simple detergent and water solution when cleaning their jewellery, but sometimes the level of dirt and grime calls for a tougher product. In these moments, it can be easy to reach for chemical cleaners without considering the consequences. Though they may seem tough, many metals that make up jewellery are incredibly delicate and easily damaged.
In order to keep your accessories in pristine condition and avoid irreparable damage, ensure the cleaning products you choose don't contain any harmful chemicals. Each metal will have its own reaction to any given cleaning product, so make sure to refer to the manufacturer's instructions when trying cleaners out. However, as a general rule of thumb, you should avoid products that contain chlorine, bromine and bleach.
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Ultrasonic cleaners are a great option for conveniently cleaning batches of jewellery. You simply immerse the items in a liquid solution and the machine will transmit high-frequency sound waves which will scrub the surface clean. This means products come out with a brilliant shine and minimal elbow grease from you!
They are best for precious metals such as gold and platinum, as other metals can be damaged by the process. They are also best avoided if you have a large stock of jewellery that's encrusted with different gemstones. More hardwearing gems such as diamonds and rubies can withstand the ultrasonic cleaning process, but organic gems such as amber and coral are more porous and will be susceptible to damage.
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If you have multiple different styles of jewellery that are all made up of different metals and gems, it may be necessary to stock up on several cleaners. It's always best to choose a product that's specifically marketed towards the metal you're cleaning, so this can increase the quantity of cleaner you'll need depending on how many metals you're looking after.
Once you've decided on the number of cleaner types you need, ensure that you keep an eye on the quantity in each bottle. If you only have a few items, one bottle should be fine. If you are tackling a large quantity, you may need to stock up on extra, but keep in mind that with liquid cleaners, a little does go a long way.
For ultrasonic cleaners, it's useful to take note of the size of the tray. This is usually measured in millilitres, but product dimensions will also give you a good idea of how much you might fit in at once. A minimum of 400 ml is generally fine for occasional use, but for large-scale or commercial cleaning, you should look for something with a capacity of at least 1 litre.
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This ranking has been compiled by the writing team at mybest UK via careful evaluation of the points made in the buying guide and thorough research of each product and comparing multiple verified customer reviews across the EC sites used.
£39.99
Cleaning Style | Ultrasonic |
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Jewellery Type | Precious metals, hardwearing gemstones |
Size | 600 ml tank |
Dimensions | 12 x 20 x 12 cm |
£7.70
Cleaning Style | Immersive solution |
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Jewellery Type | Gold, platinum, titanium, precious gemstones |
Size | 207 ml |
Dimensions | - |
£89.99
Cleaning Style | Ultrasonic |
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Jewellery Type | Precious metals, hardwearing gemstones |
Size | 3-litre tank |
Dimensions | 26.5 x 21.5 x 16.5 cm |
£9.99
Cleaning Style | Gel and brush |
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Jewellery Type | Diamonds, gemstones, gold, platinum |
Size | 150 ml |
Dimensions | - |
£8.86
Cleaning Style | Pen applicator |
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Jewellery Type | Diamonds and precious gemstones |
Size | 1 pen |
Dimensions | - |
£37.99
Cleaning Style | Ultrasonic |
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Jewellery Type | Precious metals, hardwearing gemstones |
Size | 420 ml tank |
Dimensions | 23 x 17.3 x 15.4 cm |
£8.50
Cleaning Style | Dipping solution |
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Jewellery Type | Gold, silver, opals, pearls, semi-precious stones |
Size | 236 ml |
Dimensions | - |
£4.99
Cleaning Style | Immersive solution |
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Jewellery Type | Gold, platinum, diamonds, hardwearing gemstones |
Size | 225 ml |
Dimensions | - |
£4.99
Cleaning Style | Immersive solution |
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Jewellery Type | Silver |
Size | 225 ml |
Dimensions | - |
£24.99
Cleaning Style | Ultrasonic |
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Jewellery Type | Precious metals, hardwearing gemstones |
Size | 250 ml |
Dimensions | - |
Written and researched by Alicia Byrne
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