Comprehensive Smart Toilet Buying Guide

Instant Heating is Key

A standout feature of smart toilets is the bidet function, which uses warm water for cleaning, providing a thorough wash and a massaging experience. There are two main methods for heating the water: instant heating and tank heating, and Giving Tree Home strongly recommends opting for instant heating.

Instant heating technology quickly warms the water as it flows through the pipes, ensuring that you can enjoy warm water at any time without waiting. In contrast, tank heating requires storing water in a tank to be heated, which comes with two major drawbacks: first, stagnant water can breed bacteria, which may negatively impact your health; second, the system needs to constantly heat the water to maintain temperature, leading to increased energy consumption. Therefore, from both a health and environmental perspective, instant heating is the superior choice.

Dual-Flush System Preferred

The flushing function is one of the most important considerations for a smart toilet. Most smart toilets use siphon flushing, which offers excellent cleaning performance, but many products overlook the benefits of a dual-flush system. A dual-flush system flushes in two stages: first, a swirl action cleans the bowl’s interior; then, a second, more powerful flush removes waste completely.

This design significantly improves the cleaning power, effectively preventing waste from lingering and providing a more hygienic and comfortable user experience. If you want to keep your toilet consistently clean, the dual-flush system is definitely a feature to prioritize.

Detachable Nozzle is Essential

The nozzle is the key component of the bidet function in a smart toilet, extending to clean your posterior after use. However, toilets inherently harbor bacteria, and if the nozzle is not cleaned regularly, it can become a breeding ground for germs, especially for female users. Therefore, a self-cleaning nozzle is crucial. This feature cleans the nozzle before and after each use, reducing bacterial buildup and ensuring basic hygiene.

But does this mean you can trust it completely? Not necessarily. According to Giving Tree Home's testing, even with a self-cleaning function, bacteria may still accumulate over time. Thus, choosing a smart toilet with both a self-cleaning feature and a detachable nozzle is the best option. The detachable design allows for monthly deep cleaning, ensuring the removal of bacteria and minimizing health risks, providing a safer and more hygienic experience.

Multiple Control Options are Best

Fully automatic smart toilets offer a "no-touch" design, allowing you to complete the toilet process with just the removal of your pants, making it convenient and hygienic. However, we still recommend selecting a smart toilet with multiple control options, such as remote control, side panel control, and foot sensor functionality.

While these controls may not seem essential every day, who can predict future needs? For example, if the remote is lost or the batteries die, the side control panel offers a reliable backup. The foot sensor proves useful when your hands are occupied. A variety of control methods not only enhance convenience but also provide flexibility for various situations, ensuring a more seamless user experience. After all, choosing a product with versatile features is the true smart investment.