tldr; Pentair Pelican's salt-free water softener is praised for maintenance-free operation and eco-friendliness, though Reddit notes it conditions rather than truly softens water.
Check pricesBest praise vs top criticism for Pelican PSE2000
“Pelican NaturSoft is great if you want to reduce scale without adding salt. It's not true softening but works for most people.”
143 Reddit opinions analyzed • Last updated 2/24/2026