The Best Toilets of 2024 Recommended By Reddit Users

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Though toilets may not be the most glamorous item to shop for, having a reliable and efficient model is essential for any home. Whether you’re shopping for a powder room or your main bathroom, it can be difficult to choose the best option for your space, especially with so many designs and advanced features on the market.

“Just like you can customize cabinetry, you can customize your toilet. Heated seats and bidets are a personal preference, but add a sense of luxury to an otherwise everyday occurrence,” says Campbell Minister, CEO and creative director of Campbell Minister Design.

To find the best toilets, we tested several options in at-home settings. Throughout the month-long testing period, we spent 165 hours analyzing several styles, keeping in mind flush strength, water consumption, quality, comfort, ease of cleaning, and several other factors.

In addition to Minister, we also consulted Sarah Elizabeth, interior designer at Sarah Elizabeth Design, for additional insight.

Best Overall – Toto Drake Elongated Toilet

Overall, we thought the Toto Drake Elongated Standard Height 2-Piece Toilet was the best toilet we tested. The toilet’s universal height toilet is a bit taller than a standard toilet, so some people may find it easier and more comfortable to sit up and down.

The toilet is crafted with an elongated bowl, comes in two pieces, and has a gravity flush. Prior to testing this model, we had a toilet that clogged frequently and often required a double flush. Such was not the case with this option, and we were impressed by the robust and single flush.

We had this toilet installed by a professional plumber rather than doing it ourselves. Still, the plumber found it a seamless installation process and noted that the directions were thorough and easy to follow.

The flush swirls in a tornado pattern, starting at the top of the bowl and circling down the entire bowl during each flush. This movement ensures the flushing water removes all debris and cleans the toilet bowl during every flush. We liked how effective this technology was and felt we had to clean the toilet much less frequently than with our previous model.

While not a dealbreaker, it’s important to note that the flush lever is on the left side (the only option), and this toilet does not have a lid or seat. You need to purchase this separately, so while that’s an added expense, you can choose one that fits your exact needs.

Product Details: Dimensions: 28.3 x 30 x 17 inches | Material: Vitreous china | Number of Pieces: Two | Bowl Shape: Elongated | Flush Technology: Gravity | Certifications: None

Best Two-Piece – Kohler Highline Classic Toilet

The Kohler Highline Elongated Toilet was our favorite two-piece toilet. During the testing period, we thought this model was efficient and appreciated that it was easy to install.

Two-piece toilets mean the bowl and the tank are two separate pieces that connect during installation. It took us about an hour to install this toilet ourselves, though keep in mind that we had previous experience installing toilets.

Regardless, the instructions were clear and easy to understand. Because it came in two parts, the tank didn’t have any internal valve mechanisms or flapper to install, streamlining the process.

Once installed, the toilet worked well. The flush was powerful and easily removed all waste with one flush. We noted that the flush sound of this toilet is noticeably louder than our previous toilet.

The toilet boasts a comfortable elongated seat and sits at 17 inches, 2 inches higher than standard toilets. Because of this, we recommend testing out the height to ensure it works for you before purchasing.

Product Details: Dimensions: ‎29.5 x 21 x 31 | Material: Vitreous china | Number of Pieces: Two| Bowl Shape: Elongated | Flush Technology: Pressure assist | Certifications: None

Best One-Piece – Swiss Madison St. Tropez Elongated Vortex Toilet

The Swiss Madison St. Tropez One Piece Toilet has a fully skirted design that offers a more modern look. Not only does the shape look different from classic toilets, but it’s easier to clean since dust and dirt won’t build up in the nooks and crannies around the bowl.

We had a professional install this pick, who shared that it was easy to install especially since the toilet is a single 120-pound piece. Once installed, the ceramic toilet was smooth and easy to clean.

We appreciated that the toilet has a seat and lid as some options don’t. Both are fully removable via a quick-release mechanism, making cleaning those parts a cinch. A soft close mechanism on the lid is a nice bonus as you won’t need to worry about the toilet slamming shut.

A dual flush mechanism conserves water since you can choose the strength of the flush. While we didn’t experience any clogs or need to double flush, we noted that the flush felt weak and we weren’t impressed with the strength of the higher-level flushing.

Product Details: Dimensions: 27 x 15.15 x 31 | Material: Ceramic | Number of Pieces: One | Bowl Shape: Elongated | Flush Technology: Dual flush | Certifications: None

Best Bidet Toilet – Woodbridge Smart Toilet

We recommend the Woodbridge Smart Bidet Toilet for those who want a unit with a few additional features.

We found that installing this toilet was fairly simple. While it’s shaped differently than classic toilets, the directions and installation process were straightforward. Note that the toilet needs access to an outlet for all the special features to function, so plan accordingly.

The toilet has several features, including dual flush, auto open and close, auto flush, front and rear wash features on the bidet, and a dryer function. The bidet features all have adjustable temperatures and positions and a remote.

The toilet also includes a foam shield cleaning function and auto deodorization, but note that the auto clean requires a separate purchase of the cleaning solution.

We loved all the features and found they worked well, were quite comfortable, and easy to customize. Our only critique was that auto close and open was quite sensitive, so if you walk by your toilet to access the rest of your bathroom, it’ll likely be activated.

Product Details: Dimensions: 27.5 x 16.5 x 19.75 inches | Material: Porcelain | Number of Pieces: One | Bowl Shape: Elongated | Flush Technology: Dual | Certifications: None

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