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Gel is basically powder with water mixed in, therefore you are basically buying water for them to premix your detergent with at the factory. You end up paying more for a container of detergent that doesn't last as long, is heavier, and is more expensive. Powder forever!
He also mentioned something about a chemical reaction that happens when the powder hits water that you miss out on when using gel.