tldr; Reddit has mixed feelings about the Brondell Swash 1400, praised for its adjustable features and endless warm water, but some users prefer competitors and wish for newer models.
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“FWIW I picked up an Alpha Bidet UX Pearl last year and have been very happy with it. Seemed like the best value for the features I was looking for. It has continuous warm water and a wide range of water pressure settings (including very fairly soft). I also considered the Smart Bidet SB-3000, Brondell Swatch S1400, and Toto KC300 (and a few other models). The price of the Pearl bounces around between $400-$500; I bought mine for $430. So possibly a little out of your price range? But might be worth it for the features (and water pressure range): Main reasons why I picked the UX Peal: \* Price & reviews \* Slim, modern design \* Endless warm water \* Stainless steel nozzle \* Sittable Lid, supports 320 lbs (you can't sit on the Toto) \* 3 year limited warranty (vs. 1 for Toto) Another big plus was the nice remote: \* Easy to read remote, best looking among the competition \* 2 user settings (pressure, water temperature, nozzle position) \* "Easy Wash" & "Auto Wash" buttons (one button to wash and dry) \* Hidden features: the basic wash (press once); "oscillate" (press twice); pulse mode (press and hold). Other nice features: \* Pulse oscillation option \* Deodorizer (that does not require a bulky/smelly charcoal filter) \* Bowl Sanitizer function \* Wider range of spray pressures than many competitors (except Toto) \* Manual control knob on the side, if the remote's batteries fail The night light sounded gimmicky and pointless. However it's something I actually appreciate now and would hate to lose. The heated seat is also something I didn't care about, but it's nice to have on cold nights. The heater/dryer works decently well, but not completely. It can get you maybe 90-95%% dry if you don't mind waiting a minute. But you may still want to dab dry a few spots. FWIW I specifically decided against Bio Bidets because of the many reviews complaining about seats cracking. I wanted a "sittable lid." It's one less thing to worry, especially if it's in a bathroom that guests might use.”
“We made a video to help answer your question: [https://www.youtube.com/shorts/s8N3q06HL-g](https://www.youtube.com/shorts/s8N3q06HL-g) TL;DW this is a great question! Bidet seats are made of one of two types of plastic: ABS (better scratch resistance, but more brittle and prone to cracking) and polypropylene (easier to scratch, but more durable and holds up better over time). The Swash 1400 is made of ABS, but no matter which material you have, you'll want to avoid scratching and only use products with chlorine occasionally. Frequent or prolonged contact with stronger chemicals like chlorine can degrade the finish and/or cause discoloration, especially on ABS plastic. Discoloration tends to be less of an issue with polypropylene, but better safe than sorry! If you're going to use Clorox wipes, use them only occasionally and wipe off any residue with water after you use the wipes. (This is actually recommended whenever you use these wipes on surfaces that will come into contact with food or skin.) This way, you'll avoid damaging the plastic AND protect your skin from irritation. The most important thing to avoid when cleaning either type of seat is anything abrasive. This can be as simple as a cloth with dirt trapped in it that then scratches the seat, so you'll want to make sure you're using a clean, soft cloth - never use anything with a rough texture like steel wool or scrubby sponges. You'll also want to avoid any abrasive products, like powder cleansers or anything that has a gritty texture or contains small particles. And this is not the place to put your muscles to work! A light touch with a microfiber cloth is your best bet. I've actually seen the damage from harsher cleaning firsthand and can tell you it's definitely a thing! I have an open-box bidet seat installed in one of my bathrooms. I'm not sure what the previous owner used on it, but part of the seat is less shiny than the rest of the unit and feels a little rougher. That area tends to be a grime magnet and needs more frequent cleaning than the rest of the seat. So I'd definitely advocate for using soap or a gentle, natural cleaner to keep your bidet in good shape.”
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