I started using the dry stuff years ago and it works great. Also, if the clothes are not really dirty i.e. have literally dirt stains on them, you need surprisingly little detergent. Same goes for the dishwasher.

I have heard about the pet peeve about “single purpose” devices, especially with kitchen appliances. But once you start putting non-food things in your for-food devices, maybe rethink your multi-purpose approach.

You wouldn’t use your table saw to slice bread either.