What Makes TOTO Toilets Special And How Do They Compare To The Rest?

It seems that TOTO toilets have taken the world of high-end bathroom design by storm. The pricey toilets have been quite the topic online. If you stay up-to-date with popular home design trends, you have likely even come across them yourself. If so, you probably wondered what makes them so special and how they compare to other toilets. Thankfully, Eduardo Linares, who is a Virtual Plumbing Expert at Frontdoor, shared all the details while speaking exclusively to House Digest. He revealed that TOTO toilets are great thanks to the many innovations the company introduced, such as their Washlet bidet seats. Additionally, the efficiency of these toilets makes them stand out from other brands.

"The TOTO brand was established back in 1917 and throughout the years they have brought considerable innovations to market, such as their Neorest toilets and an in-wall toilet tank system," Linares said of the toilet brand's accomplishments. "They were awarded the first EPA Water Efficiency Leadership Award, but they are probably best known for their Washlet bidet seats which have become somewhat of an internet sensation." These are just a few of the many notable takeaways that may help you decide whether TOTO toilets are worth the hype.

Although TOTO toilets can be a bit more expensive, with prices ranging from $6,000 to $20,000 (via TOTO), than toilets from other popular brands that are more commonly found in homes, some might find that their price difference is justified. When you compare TOTO toilets to other brands, they do outperform them in many categories. Efficiency is arguably where they outshine competitors the most. "Some of the features that make TOTO toilets stand out from traditional toilet brands is their efficiency, using only 1.0 to 1.28 GPF (gallons per flush) and incorporating their Tornado flush system which clears the bowl more effectively," Linares explained while speaking exclusively to House Digest.

The expert went on to highlight a few more features of TOTO toilets that typically are not found in traditional toilets. "They use a special nano-ceramic glaze that makes it easier to keep the toilet clean and prevents stains, scale, and mold," he revealed. "They also offer a number of bidet seats with a variety of features ranging from warm water nozzles, a deodorizer fan, and an auto open/close lid."

Now that you have a better idea of what TOTO has to offer, it is up to you to decide whether the toilets are worth buying. You might also appreciate a bit of additional insight from Linares, who shared his own expert opinion on whether the price is justified. "Over my career, I have Installed hundreds of toilets from numerous brands, including TOTO," he revealed while speaking exclusively to House Digest. "That being said, I believe TOTO offers a solid product with a large variety of styles to fit anyone's bathroom project."

Keep in mind that the installation process is also something you may want to take into consideration before buying a new toilet for your bathroom. According to Linares, TOTO toilets can be a bit more complicated to install than traditional options. You may even need to modify your water line or drain line as part of the process. "It is always recommended to double check that the toilet you are choosing will work with your application," Linares cautioned. ‌All of this could lead to higher installation costs tacked onto the price of the actual toilet.