This section for water softener reviews will take on the top softener models available today.
A water softener is a self contained device. It connects directly to the water supply in order to treat the hard water that goes into a home. It works by removing “hard minerals” like magnesium, calcium and some other types of metal cations. The result of this is that the only water going into your home will be soft water. Soft water means no more limescale stains and, more lather from soap and the extended lifetime of your appliances and plumbing.
Water softeners come in all shapes, sizes and capacities. This means that you will always be able to find the right fit for your needs. Modern water softeners are so well designed that you may be able to install it yourself with basic plumbing skills. Installing it yourself is also a great idea because it means you will find it easier to maintain.
There are many benefits to buying and installing a water softener. These benefits range from energy efficiency to the extended lifespan of your home appliances and electronics.
Getting a softener is by far one of the best ways to treat hard water. The water softener reviews in the articles below will help you choose the right one. This will include an idea of how much it costs. I’ll also give you an idea of what to expect and whether the model you want is worth it.
A Simplex Water Softener System Simplex water softener systems are softeners that only have one tank. These are by far the most common type of water softener that you can buy on the market today and are usually the cheapest too. Simplex water softeners are best for situations where there is a steady demand for…
Why A WaterGroup (Canature)Water Softener Might Not Be Worth It Here are just some of the reasons for why I don’t think WaterGroup of similar whole house water systems are worth it. The WaterGroup water softener is almost identical to fleck water softeners, which is a product that I have previously heavily recommended on this…
Why Hydrotech Water Softener Might Not Be Worth It Here are just some of the reasons for why I don’t think Hydrotech of similar whole house water systems are worth it. The Hydrotech water softener is almost identical to fleck water softeners, which is a product that I have previously heavily recommended on this blog…
Is 602abcwater Really WORTH The Cost? The short answer is no it is not worth it. Why? Because of machine failure and poor customer service. I have reached this conclusion due to all the negative feedback that people have sent me about this company (see comments below to read a small sample of this). On…
Aqua Flo water softeners are suitable for industrial, commercial and residential uses. But before we talk about whether this softener brand is worth it or not, why do you need a water softener in the first place? Water is very important to our daily lives. Whether it be for drinking, bathing, washing, cleaning, cooking or…
Here Are The Biggest Problems With Novo Water Softener It’s a very small brand so there is not a lot of customer reviews and feedback available online to help decide if it’s worth it. “Novo” sounds way too much like “Nuvo”, which is a more dominant brand that provides a similar range of products. Even…
Why RainSoft Might NOT Be Worth It The biggest issue is the price. RainSoft prices are in the range of thousands of dollars, I’ve seen quotes up to $13K. However, it’s possible to get a good quality whole house softener filter combination for a fraction of what RainSoft will quote you (e.g. SpringWell). I will…
Why I NO Longer Recommend Pentair Fleck Softeners. As a huge fan of Fleck softeners over many years, this is very difficult for me but I am no longer recommending Fleck. Here are my reasons: A Fleck softener does NOT filter. This means that although you get soft water, it will be full of contaminants….
Here is Why I No Longer Recommend Fleck-Style Softeners Like Rayne. The original version of this article recommended Rayne water softener as it’s a similar product to Fleck and had a good reputation with its customers. I still think Rayne is a great standalone softener but I am no longer recommending it for the following…
Why You Should *NOT* Buy Fleck. As a huge fan of Fleck softeners over many years, this is very difficult for me but I am no longer recommending Fleck. Here are my reasons: Many people have sent me messages of complaints about ABCWaters as a business. See examples of this in the comments below. A…
Before getting into this water softener buyers guide let’s answer a more basic question: “What Is A Water Softener?” A water softener is a device that you install in your home that removes hard minerals from your water. “Hard minerals” are typically things like calcium and magnesium. These minerals and ions are naturally absorbed by…
When water contains high levels of mineral ions like calcium and magnesium, it becomes “hard”. Hard water is the reason for limescale around your taps, sink and could be the very thing ruining your home appliances. Hard water can also increase the waters’ incompatibility with soap. The result of this is dry hair, skin and…