First, let me say, you know you have really made it in this world, if you can afford a $700 toilet seat - just saying...
As you know, they make dedicated bidets. In our little bathroom, that was not an option. I looked at a lot of bidet toilet seats. Buying a cheap bidet toilet seat is like buying a cheap parachute or a bargain cardiac pacemaker. You probably aren't going to be happy with it. So, after you get over the sticker shock of a high end bidet toilet seat, and buy it; you still have to install it.
First, you have to remove your old toilet seat. This typically is an easy job. My old toilet seat wanted to make a crusade out of staying on. The seat bolts had rusted and you just about have to stand on your head to see what you are doing... but I eventually won and without breaking the toilet.
When you look at the video or instructions, apparently we have the only house that doesn't have an electrical outlet right next to toilet near where the water supply line is located. Rather than add another $300 to this boondoggle project (wife driven) I figured I could run an extension cord from the electrical outlet near the sink and mirror, thread it behind the vanity, and sneak the plugs behind same, as so to avoid the employment of an electrician. Alright... I should have bought a nice pretty white extension cord, a fact which is not lost on my wife (patiently waiting for the right moment to drop that bombshell). The directions are pretty straightforward and there are installation videos available on YouTube. You will need to shut the water off at the cutoff, flush the toilet, disconnect a few hoses, add a few fittings, reconnect the hoses, turn on the water, check for leaks, and then plug it in. An adjustable wrench or two is all you will need. If it weren't for my old toilet seat, fighting for its dear life, this would have been fairly easy.
This is the Cadillac of bidet toilet seats. The water that is squirted up at your ..... is warm. As I write this review, it is 15 degrees in Fairfax, VA. The water coming into our house from the outside is probably about 40 degrees. Having freezing cold water shoot up your kazoo is not the way I want to wake up in the morning. The water warmer is a good thing. The seat itself is heated and stays nice and toasty. There is a sensor in the seat to know if you are actually sitting down, so you can't accidentally spray water everywhere in your bathroom. This is a good feature.
My wife, the Princess, will never read an instruction manual. Me, I read them twice, once before installation and again during initial operation. Not my Queen of the Nile. She will seat on the can and push every button on the remote that comes with this thing until she figures it out - by trial and error. That is her way; tactile and hands on.
Now, our only remaining challenge, is where to mount the remote control holder / bracket. Her Highness is left-handed, and I am right-handed, so this is a decision that may never be made.
Is thing thing worth $700? That all depends on the value you place on domestic tranquility.
Here in America we have a hang up about things like this. I get all sorts of questions from my friends and family that come over the first time and use my toilet. Then they use it and are amazed and ask why this isn't a standard thing in every home. I have another brand as well, the Coco model, this is a superior model. I love the tankless model. The battery on the wall mounted remote lasts way longer than in the Coco one for some reason. This one just does a much better job. The water pressure is better, the seat doesn't make a cracking sound when I sit on it (I'm 6'2" and weigh 225#). I look forward to my morning routine and really miss it when I'm not at home.
Installation was really easy too. I'm not a plumber, but the instructions are very easy to follow. I will always have a Buttler!
Never thought I'd buy a bidet, much less writing a great review for one, but here we are. I purchased this at my wife's request yet I suspect I'm using it more than she is. In North America there is a taboo around toilets and certainly the functionality of a bidet. That being said, if you don't have this product you are missing out! Commonly used in my travels to Asia, the bidet gives a sense of cleanliness that simple toilet paper cannot. Not all bidets, however, are created equal.
The BB2000 is a top of the line bidet system and though it's pricey, it is worth every penny (IMO). After an easy install you'll see it's sleek appearance. Sitting on the toilet with heat control was like sitting on a throne of warm clouds, not exaggerating. The difference between the also popular Toto bidet brand is the strength of the spray, and with BB2000 I appreciate the ability to use stronger water pressure, it's like going to the car wash for your bum. I won't go in-depth on functionality as it's listed on the page and I've already likely shared too much, but I'll finish with a pros and cons list. Again, my wife and I love this thing, and for the amount of time you'll use at the toilet during your lifetime, why not treat yourself?
Pros:
-Easy installation
-Looks beautiful, nice blue night light
-Great range of functions to fit your personal comforts
-Ability to have strong water pressure for those areas where you want additional cleanse
-Pulsing funtion feels like a massage on your underside, yes TMI but you need to know
Cons:
-Cost. See if you can get it while on a rare price drop, either way worth it!
-Wish it had the ewater+ toilet sprayer that toto uses to clean the toilet, but not essential and not worth an extra $400. That's what the flush function of a toilet is used for.
Gotta say that as a 75 year old man I never thought I'd be buying or using a Bidet...but impending shoulder replacement made me think about it. Now, THIS IS THE GREATEST THING SINCE ICE CREAM... every house should have at least one. I intend to buy more for my other homes. I cannot say enough good about this product. Quality, ease of installation (although you do need an electrician to install a dedicated 15amp electric outlet within 3 feet of the commode) great instruction pamphlet and packaging. I love it and you will too...go ahead guys, get one... my behind hasn't been so clean since I was a baby. Can't speak for the ladies, but I'd bet they'll love it too.
I first encountered back side luxury toilet seats in Japan. They are in hotels and public restrooms. Toto was the main brand I saw. For 3years, I could just not bring myself to spend $1000 for the Toto. So my quest ends at the BB2000. Here's my (male) experience including my findings on line reviews and my personal comparison to the TOTO 550 series.
First and foremost, why would you want one? -- TP simply won't get you this clean. Shower clean every time, use a lot less TP in the process, and much simpler to use than a dedicated bidet.
What does it do? It washes your bottom with warm water and dries it with warm air, warms the seat if you like, and traps some odor.
Installation: It's a breeze from the plumbing and mechanical standpoint. An adjustable wrench and some Teflon tape is all you need. Everything else is in the box. Took less than 15 minutes, half of which was removing the old seat. I had electrical outlet installed by electrician.
Unsightly plumbing: Several reviews downgrade for unsightly plumbing. All it takes is a little planning to route the hoses. A gentle twist to the hoses as you tighten keeps them neatly tucked close to the commode and out of sight. (see picture) The only better option is the TOTO integrated commode, where the commode is made with a channel for the water supply. (pricey). All plumbing fittings supplied with the BB2000 were excellent quality.
Presets / remote control: (no it doesn't have 3 shells) On the remote, you can configure how the unit will behave when you push 1 button, (auto)including your preferred pressure, pattern etc. Toto has 2 presets. This design suits my preference of set it up and then 1 button to operate. You can set default for your preferred pressure, spray pattern and most other options. The remote has a lot of buttons, and a LCD display, pretty straight forward to use.
Sturdiness: Agree with other reviews. The unit is solid, cover is flimsy, I don't think you should sit on closed cover. Would think at this $$, they'd make one you can sit on. TOTO cover might be a bit sturdier, but still seemed too thin to sit on. The seat, installation hardware and nozzles all appear robust and operate smoothly. The plate that anchors it to the toilet is thinner / flimsier than the American standard basic, but seems to hold fine. I don' know how the anchor plate compares to Toto.
Performance: It does the job. Cleansing is comparable to the TOTO. This unit has higher water flow than TOTO.Water comfortable temperature immediately. (seems to waste the first few ml of water, which might be why you never feel cold water). Water stay warm start to finish. Some reviews mention too much pressure. There's a big range of pressure adjustment using the remote.. My incoming water pressure is 50-60 PSI, and the adjustment range works well, Perhaps may have something to do with high incoming water pressure. Heated seat is a luxury.
Newest top of the line Totos have "electrolyzed water" for nozzle and bowl cleansing. I don't know what that is, but the automatic nozzle cleaning on this unit works well. Toto has a bubbling stream, this has a pulsating (massage) function which feels similar to me. Nozzle position is adjustable, but the default worked just fine, and covered the appropriate real estate.
Drying: Sufficient, in my opinion comparable to Toto. 1 sheet of toilet paper finishes up nicely.
Odor control: Interestingly, it seems to help. ( Not sure my wife agrees.) Provides a little background noise to my reading.
Automatic toilet seat raise: Toto has it, this one does not. If I were to choose the Toto, I'd probably do without that, as I'm dubious about how long it will work. In my house, the key feature would be to put the toilet seat down when my wife walks in.
Turbo / enema: Not into that, This one has it, TOTO does not.
Durability: 3 year warranty vs. Toto 1 year warranty. Note the warranty requires prepaid shipping back to the factory. Just in case, I kept the old seat in the garage. Will update in a couple of years.
Overall, has the features, performance and initial build quality of Toto at a more affordable price. Easily installed. If it is durable, I will put it in other baths in the house.
Feature Product
- 3 in 1 stainless steel nozzle - offers posterior, feminine, and vortex washes, improves hygiene
- Smart seat-smart decision-streamlined comfort-adjustable heated seat and water, slow closing lid
- Eco friendly- energy save mode, reduces electricity and toilet paper, good for the environment
- Feel the difference-oscillating wide clean and pulsating massage technology with bubble infusion
- Hybrid heating technology- offers continuous warm water during your entire experience
- 3 IN 1 STAINLESS STEEL NOZZLE - Offers posterior, feminine, and vortex washes, improves hygiene
- SMART SEAT-SMART DECISION-Streamlined comfort-adjustable heated seat and water, slow closing lid
- ECO FRIENDLY- Energy Save Mode, reduces electricity and toilet paper, good for the environment
- FEEL THE DIFFERENCE-Oscillating wide clean and pulsating message technology with bubble infusion
- HYBRID HEATING TECHNOLOGY- Offers continuous warm water during your entire experience
Description
The highly anticipated premier bidet class unveils a groundbreaking new breed of cleansing technology. Experience the distinction between the limitations of the past and the technological freedom of the Premier Bidet Class with a vast selection of cleaning methods and witness the latest level of unprecedented cleanliness with the exclusive inside-out nozzle cleaning technology. Know no boundaries in reaching your highest level of personal hygiene with a Bliss series bidet
After spending time in Japan, we were eager to how the restroom experience at home. I ordered the Bio Bidet right before Christmas. The first task was hiring an electrician to install the power outlet near the toilet (two hours of labor and parts). Once I had power, the Bio Bidet was installed by me in under 30 minutes. Everything fitted well and the instructions were clear. I did add Teflon tape to the water connections to make sure nothing leaked.
The seat is comfortable but slightly smaller than the standard elongated seat because of the heating element located at the back. This hasn't been an issue for us.
This is day 1 after the install.
The experience isn't a perfect replication of a real washlet but we are pleased with the purchase. The unit cleanses well although my wife did mention adjusting the spray stream seemed ineffective.
The remote is large and so far we have left it in the craddle on the wall except for adjusting the settings. Most of the buttons are self explanatory. I highly recommend you read the handful of pages in the user manual that explains the button and combination sequences (e.g. turning night light on/off is two keys) - it's well written.
My wife loves her new Bidet seat. My six year old girl is the second biggest fan. I'm the hero in the house.
This is a great product with a beautiful design for the most part.
What I love about this bidet is:
1. On Demand warm water with adjustable pressure, direction and pulsation.
2. Deodorizer when you sit on the toilet due to skin sensor.
3. Sleek design with soft closing and comfortable warm seats.
4. Easy installation. It includes everything you need to install the bidet onto the toilet (providing that you have tools to remove your old toilet seats and your water to toilet tank is a standard one). I have a standard elongated toilet seat (USA). This thing fits perfectly well.
5. NightLight on the side is useful.
What I don't like about this bidet:
1. The water connection on the side is UGLY (I think it is possible to design in a way not to be so ugly).
2. Drying system is pretty useless ( I tried for 3 minutes which is maximum heating cycle per selection). The butt skin area (specifically the left half) closer to the heat vent can get too hot and very discomfortable after 3 minutes while the actual wet area (perineum/butt).
3. NightLight cannot be turned off if you want to.
What I want to improve upon this product.
1. Solve the above Cons (i.e. a control to turn on/off the NightLight, moving the water connection to the back of the system)
2. How about a memory selection for customized pressure, position, and pulsation on the remote. Let's say at least 2 to 3 memory selection.
3. How about build an extendable heating nozzle like the wash nozzle that can reach the correct area to dry with something like FAN shaped hot air flow. OR making a hybrid of washing and heating nozzle? I think it's possible. but maybe a little more expensive.
I just got this now, durability is still waiting to be tested, and so is with the company's warranty program (I hope it lasts long enough without problem though).
I bought an electronic bidet because it’s better for the environment and cleaner than using toilet paper only. After using it, I absolutely love it! Going back to just TP feels like returning to the Stone Age.
Water pressure: 1 star reviewers said the BB-2000 doesn’t have as much water pressure as the BB-1000. 1 star reviewers said the BB-1000 almost shot them off the seat. BB-1000 sounded scary so I went with the BB-2000 and level 3/5 is perfect. If anything, watch that water temp!
Turbo Wash (enema): Bio Bidet 2000 and Clean Sense 1500 have the enema feature while Toto 550, Blondell 1400, and Blooming 1063 do not. The pressure level starts out like posterior cleaning up to the equivalent of a small, enema bottle. It’s not going to give you a colonic-like cleanse if that’s what you’re hoping for. If you’re not interested in the enema feature then Toto 550 had the highest score on bidet features.
Fan: Could be stronger even at level 5/5 as you’ll need a tab of TP to get completely dry.
Dream Feature: I wish it played chimes or talked to you in Japanese like the toilets in Japan. It’s really cute if you ever have the chance to try one.
Plug-in: I hired an electrician to install an outlet by the toilet. He charged me $50 to create an outlet and then $50 to assemble the bidet. I think it’s worth it if you need an outlet and have the chance to hire someone who can do everything.
Installed this during a bathroom remodel project. Installation is very simple. The only complication for most people will be the electrical connection. I installed a new ground fault outlet during the remodel. That's the right thing to do. I have read other reviews where an extension cord was used. Don't do that.
The BB-2000 appears to be a well made product. Installation and operation instructions are clear and easy to understand.
As a former ulcerative colitis patient who had a colectomy and subsequent reconstructive surgery, this thing is awesome. Had my surgery 25 years ago. Wish I had one of these back then.I won't offer TMI in this review. However, anyone who understands Colitis, Crones disease or any of the other bowel issues will understand what a great item this is.
You don't need to be a person with irritable bowel issues to appreciate the BB-2000. It's an awesome way to maintain high hygienic standards. Every home should have one.
I recently purchased the BioBidet BB2000 for my wife who had been bugging me for years for a bidet. I got it for her for Christmas. Probably not the gift you would expect under the tree but she was quite happy about it and is very pleased with the product.
Unexpectedly, I found that I liked it just as much as she does. This bidet has a lot of bells and whistles that can be adjusted to your personal needs like water pressure, temperature of the water, location of jets, etc. When all is said and done you leave the seat feeling confident that you are clean.
Of course, everything in life is rarely perfect and if I had to mention one tiny flaw it would be the Vortex (enema) feature that, for me, just doesn't seem to do the job. I actually would have lowered my rating to 4-3/4 stars if that was possible because of this shortcoming.
In conclusion, all in all it is a great product. I even bought another one for our cabin in the woods!
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