Deepio is a name that appears on the shelves of most UK supermarkets and is a staple in many households. But with so many cleaning products making bold claims, does it actually deliver? Here's an honest assessment of how Deepio performs in a real home kitchen.
What Is Deepio?
Deepio is a professional-grade degreaser made by P&G (Procter & Gamble), the same company behind Fairy, Flash, and Ariel. It was originally developed for commercial kitchens but is widely available for home use. It comes in two main formats: a spray bottle (800ml) for surfaces, and a powder (5.5kg) for soaking heavily greased items.
What Does It Claim to Do?
Deepio claims to cut through grease, fat, and food residue on kitchen surfaces, cooker hoods, oven trays, and cooking equipment. The spray version is designed for quick wipe-down cleaning, while the powder is intended for soaking items like oven shelves, grill pans, and extractor filters.
How Well Does the Spray Work?
On light to moderate grease — the kind that builds up on hob surrounds, splashbacks, and worktops after everyday cooking — Deepio spray works very well. Spray on, leave for 30–60 seconds, and wipe off. The grease lifts cleanly without heavy scrubbing. For this kind of regular maintenance cleaning, it's genuinely effective and faster than standard kitchen sprays.
On heavy, baked-on grease — the kind that builds up on oven doors or cooker hoods over weeks — the spray alone is less effective. You'll need to apply it, leave it for several minutes, and use a scouring pad. For very heavy build-up, the powder soak method is significantly more effective.
How Well Does the Powder Work?
The powder is where Deepio really earns its reputation. Dissolve a scoop in hot water, submerge your oven shelves, grill pans, or extractor filter, and leave for 30–60 minutes. The grease and baked-on residue loosens dramatically — most of it wipes off with minimal effort. For items that would normally require hours of scrubbing, this is a genuine time-saver.
Is It Safe on All Surfaces?
Deepio is safe on most kitchen surfaces including stainless steel, enamel, and ceramic tiles. Avoid using it on aluminium (it can cause discolouration), natural stone surfaces like marble or granite, and painted surfaces. Always rinse thoroughly after use on food-contact surfaces.
Verdict
Deepio works as advertised for its intended purpose. For regular maintenance cleaning of kitchen surfaces, the spray is fast and effective. For periodic deep cleaning of heavily greased items, the powder is outstanding. It's not a miracle product for neglected ovens, but used regularly it keeps grease from building up to that point in the first place.
You can buy Deepio Degreaser Spray and Powder from Reign Goods with free delivery on orders over £30.