If a bathroom makeover is on your summer to-do list, listen up! Consumer Reports just tested a variety of toilets, everything from the standard single and dual-flush models to pricey smart toilets with heated seats, remote controls, and more. The good news is you don\u2019t have to spend a fortune to get a better flush or even a few fancy features. <\/p>\n
Inside Consumer Reports\u2019 toilet lab, testers flush sponges, balls, rubber duckies — all to find a number one toilet that won\u2019t clog when it\u2019s time for number two! <\/p>\n
Most of us aren\u2019t thinking about our toilets until they aren\u2019t working. CR\u2019s testing how well they\u2019re cleaning out solid waste, how well they\u2019re cleaning your bowl, as well as how far that waste is being pushed into your plumbing. <\/p>\n
CR\u2019s tough tests found many of today\u2019s toilets are stronger and more efficient than older models. Among them is the top-rated American Standard Colony 3 250DA104.020, single flush toilet, for $166. And you can save money and water with the Glacier Bay N2428R-DF (Home Depot), for $99. The dual-flush option conserves water for liquid waste. <\/p>\n
For the first time, CR also tested smart toilets. Some offer heated seats, bidets, remote controls, toe-kick flushing sensors, and some even talk! However, they may not be so smart if you\u2019re on a budget. The top-performing Horow Smart Toilet HRT38P, for $1,300. <\/p>\n
Before taking the plunge, CR says you can experience some of the same features for a fraction of the price by sticking with your current commode and adding a bidet seat attachment. For a bidet on a budget, CR top-rated the Luxe Bidet Neo 320 Plus, for $66. <\/p>\n
Whether you\u2019re replacing the whole throne or just upgrading the seat, CR says you can get a cleaner, more efficient bathroom upgrade without flushing your hard-earned cash. <\/p>\n
All the bidet attachments CR tested are manual, so they don\u2019t need to be plugged in. Keep in mind that if you opt for a warm-water model, make sure your bathroom layout allows you to hook the bidet up to the warm-water line. <\/p>\n
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