Oxivir Plus vs Oxivir Tb: What’s the Difference and Which One Should You Use?

When it comes to professional disinfection, Diversey offers some of the most trusted products on the market — and two standout names in their lineup are Oxivir Plus and Oxivir Tb.

Both are powered by Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide® (AHP®) technology, known for delivering fast, effective disinfection with a safer, eco-friendly profile. But while they share the same core technology, these two products are designed for different applications and are available in distinct formats.

If you’re trying to decide between Oxivir Plus and Oxivir Tb, this blog will help break down the key features, formats, and use cases for each.

Oxivir Plus

Oxivir Plus is a concentrated disinfectant cleaner designed for large-scale and high-traffic environments where efficiency and versatility are essential.

Key Features:

• Format: Liquid concentrate (requires dilution)
• Disinfection Time: 5 minutes (general disinfection)
• Broad-spectrum efficacy: Bactericidal, virucidal, fungicidal, and tuberculocidal
• Use Case: Ideal for healthcare, education, hospitality, and institutional cleaning
• Surface Compatibility: Safe for use on most hard, non-porous surfaces including floors, walls, counters, and equipment

Benefits:

• Economical – A single bottle can produce many liters of disinfectant
• Flexible Application – Suitable for use in mop buckets, spray bottles, or automated dilution systems
• AHP® Technology – Breaks down into oxygen and water, reducing environmental impact

Oxivir Tb

Oxivir Tb is a ready-to-use (RTU) disinfectant designed for quick and targeted surface disinfection, especially in environments that require frequent cleaning of high-touch areas.

Key Features:

• Formats Available:
• • Ready-to-Use Liquid Spray
  • Pre-moistened Wipes
• Disinfection Time: As fast as 1 minute
• Efficacy: Effective against a broad spectrum of pathogens including:
• • Norovirus
  • MRSA
  • VRE
  • Influenza
  • SARS-CoV-2
• Use Case: Perfect for hospitals, clinics, schools, offices, and other high-traffic areas

Benefits:

• No dilution required – Just spray and wipe
• Fast-acting – Ideal for high-frequency disinfection of touchpoints
• Non-irritating formula – No harsh fumes or chemical residue
• Compatible with most healthcare-grade surfaces

Which One Should You Choose?

• Choose Oxivir Plus if:
• • You manage a large facility with a dedicated cleaning staff
  • You need a cost-effective, bulk solution
  • You have access to dilution equipment or are using mop systems
• Choose Oxivir Tb if:
• • You need a fast, ready-to-use disinfectant
  • You're cleaning frequently touched surfaces like door handles, bed rails, or desks
  • You want speed, convenience, and portability (especially with wipes)

Final Thoughts

Both Oxivir Plus and Oxivir Tb are trusted by professionals around the world for their efficacy, safety, and ease of use — but each serves a slightly different role in your cleaning arsenal. Whether you’re disinfecting an entire building or just a few key surfaces, Diversey has a solution designed for your needs.

For best results, consider using both products in tandem — Oxivir Plus for daily, large-scale disinfection and Oxivir Tb for quick, targeted cleaning throughout the day.