Why would you ever install a smart toilet? Doesn’t your basic toilet get the job done?
Yes, sure. A basic, been-around-forever toilet design is perfectly fine. But we think you’ll agree that there are some pretty compelling reasons to upgrade.
Cleanliness
The first is that smart toilets feature touchless lids and flushing mechanisms and built-in bidets makes the whole business of “going” much more sanitary. Imagine hardly touching a thing in the loo! If you opt for an auto-clean feature it could mean you never have to scrub a toilet again.
Accessibility
They can also make life safer and more dignified for older adults. By installing a smart toilet, an elder can use the bathroom with less effort and greater safety, whether they’re living in a care environment or making adjustments and upgrades to their home that help them continue to live independently.
Lower Environmental Impact
Because they’re designed to use less water, a smart toilet equals a lighter impact, every time you flush.
Swank
It might not be the most important reason to try one but we’ve gotta say that smart toilets are luxurious. Heated seats, adjustable controls, touchless bidets with drying capabilities? That’s a better way to do your business.
Our Favorite Smart Toilet Features
Now that you know why we think you’d love a smart toilet, let’s take a look at the bells and whistles. Here are our favorite features, ranked:
#1 Auto Flush
Finishing up without touching an icky lever or button is the least that technology can do for us, don’t you think? The ability these toilets have to sense when you’re done and flush it away is our favorite perk. It also helps anyone who has trouble bending or twisting.
#2 Auto Clean
Some smart toilet models have an auto-clean feature, which is just what it sounds like: The toilet cleans itself! What kind of magical world would that be?
#3 Built-In Bidet
On the topic of cleanliness, built-in bidets make cleaning up a nicer, more customized experience. (Adjustable water temperature, anyone?) It can also reduce the use of toilet paper, especially if your toilet has a drying feature. And, just like the self-flushing feature, it can be useful for people with decreased mobility.
#4 Seat Warmer
For some people, this is the game-changer. On a winter day, it’s especially nice to sit down on a warm seat. And adjustable settings make it possible to make the seat exactly as warm or as cool as you like.
#5 Water Conservation
For some people, this would be number one. Smart seat sensors determine how much water you need to get rid of whatever waste is in there. Just using one in lieu of a traditional toilet automatically lightens your water use.
#6 Touchless Features
In addition to touchless flushing and cleaning, some smart toilets have lids that raise and lower automatically and bidets that start up when you’re done. Less touching means fewer germs to worry about.
#8 Fancy Options!
Some smart toilets also have some extra-special features, including a nightlight, remote control, or auto deodorizer. Some even play music!