Today, we’re looking at the best bidet converter kits on the market. I.e., how to turn your existing toilet into a bidet.
You can do this in one of three ways:
- Attachment: install an appliance underneath your existing seat. In this case, the bidet doesn’t replace anything. This kind of kit is called a bidet attachment.
- Non-electric bidet seat: replace the current toilet seat with a bidet toilet seat and provide basic cleansing, like that of an attachment.
- Electric bidet seat: these seats bring all the technology of a toilet-bidet combo (a toilet with a built-in bidet).
Also, there are handheld bidet sprayers. With this kind, you mount a handheld sprayer next to the toilet—a sprayer that looks like the kind used for washing dishes. These are called handheld bidets, bum guns, etc.
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Best Bidet Conversion Kits: Quick Summary Chart
Advantages | Bidet Converter Kit Type |
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Added to Existing Toilet | All |
Easiest to Install | Handheld Sprayers and Attachments |
Convenience | Electric Seats: 100% Automatic NE Seats/Attachments: Some Work Handheld Sprayers: 100% Manual |
Warm Water/ Adjustable Temp | Electric Seats (All) Certain Non-Electric Bidets* |
Self-Cleaning | Seats and Attachments |
Warm Air Dryer | Electric Seats |
Nozzle Oscillation and Massage | Electric Seats |
Cost ($) | E Seats > NE Seats > Attachments > Sprayers |
Cold Water Non-Electric Bidet Converter Kits
Bidet attachments are great. Again, they’re fixed to your toilet without replacing anything.
The main benefit of an attachment over a handheld sprayer is that the cleansing is automatic instead of manual.
Also, the nozzle is retractable and situated behind a guard gate when not in use. So, the nozzle is protected from inner-bowl splashing and is thus more hygienic than handheld bidets.
Compared to seats, attachments are compatible with a wider range of toilets since you don’t have to worry about the round vs elongated distinction.
So, if you move properties, you can be pretty sure that your attachment will fit the toilet at your next home or rental property.
Advantages | Basic Non-Electric Bidets |
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Rear Cleansing Only | LUXE Neo 110 LUXE Neo 120 |
Rear and Feminine Cleansing | LUXE Neo 185 Brondell SouthSpa LH-12 Brondell Ecoseat S101 |
Self-Cleaning Nozzles | All but LUXE Neo 110 |
Left-Handed Control Arm | Brondell SouthSpa LH-12 |
Price ($) | Brondell Ecoseat S101 > Brondell SS LH-12 > LUXE Neo Bidets |
LUXE Neo 110
First up, is the LUXE Neo 110 bidet attachment (Amazon link).
This is the bare bones, most basic type of bidet attachment. It may as well be a handheld sprayer that’s situated inside the toilet.
Unlike fancier attachments, it doesn’t have an extra nozzle for female hygiene or a nozzle self-rinse feature.
It does have a retractable nozzle and guard gate, so it’s a step up from the solid chrome attachments that cost four times as much.
LUXE Neo 120
Next up is the LUXE Neo 120 attachment (Amazon link).
The 120 is like the 110 but with a self-cleaning nozzle. It too lacks a second nozzle, so if you’re looking to use the bidet for front feminine hygiene, see the next level up.
You’ll notice this one has an extra knob, the second being for the nozzle clean function. Just turn the dial to have the cleaning wand doused in water for a few seconds.
This feature provides an extra layer of protection and hygiene.
LUXE Neo 185
For a bidet attachment that offers frontal cleansing via dual nozzles, consider the LUXE Neo 185 bidet attachment (Amazon link).
This is the last Luxe bidet in the lineup.
Turn the lower knob left or right for front cleansing or nozzle rinsing, respectively.
For Left-Handed Users: the Brondell SouthSpa LH-12
If you’re left-handed and want a bidet attachment, consider the SouthSpa LH-12 bidet attachment (Amazon link).
It has a left-side control arm and dual-self-cleaning nozzles for rear and frontal cleansing.
I’m not sure why this isn’t a more common feature, but left-handed bidets are hard to come by.
Brondell attachments usually cost a few extra bucks, but LUXE doesn’t have any left attachments, unfortunately.
The Brondell Ecoseat S101
My go-to recommendation for a non-electric seat is the Brondell Ecoseat S101 (Amazon link). It’s available for round and elongated toilets.
It has dual, self-cleaning nozzles that self-rinse when switching between posterior and frontal cleansing modes.
This type of bidet converter kit is less popular, in my experience. Attachments are equally effective and cost half as much, in most cases.
In some cases, you can get an electric bidet with 10x the capabilities for about the same price.
Fortunately, the Ecoseat is an exception (price-wise), as they cost about what you’d pay for a high-end attachment.
The main benefit I’ve heard from folks who prefer the non-electric seats over attachments is that they’re less prone to splashing and never result in an uneven seat or the need for spacers. The bidet goes flush on the toilet rim every time.
As for splashing, bidet seats are designed in a way that helps prevent water from escaping outside of the toilet bowl, as happens with certain poorly-designed attachments.
Warm Water Non-Electric Bidet Converter Kits
If you want a non-electric bidet, but one that uses warm water, there are options. They make seats and attachments that source water from the hot water shutoff valve underneath the bathroom sink.
There are limitations with this kind of bidet.
The ideal bathroom setup:
- Pedestal sinks are ideal. A pedestal sink is ideal, because if there’s any cabinetry around your sink, then you’ll have to drill a small hole in the side of the vanity to feed the warm water hose through. This may not be feasible if you live in an apartment or rental home.
- The sink and toilet should be close. If they’re more than ~8 feet apart, the warm water hose may not reach.
- The sink and toil should be on the same wall. If they’re on opposite walls, the hose would have to be left on the floor, forming a tripping hazard. It might work at a 90-degree angle, but the setup would probably be an eye sore.
Brondell Ecoseat S102 Dual-Temp Non-Electric Seat
For a non-electric seat that offers warm water, I recommend the Brondell Ecoseat S102 (Amazon link). It’s also available in round and elongated.
It’s the same as the Ecoseat S101 in all respects (dual self-cleaning nozzles) but comes with a warm water inlet and extra parts.
The LUXE Neo 320 Dual-Temp Attachment
A great warm water bidet attachment is the LUXE Neo 320 dual-temp attachment (Amazon link).
I will say, there is a learning curve with this kind.
For one, the water runs cool at first, because it’s sourced from the sink and has to warm up.
For another, the water can get extra hot. I used to have a Neo 320 and the warm water reached 120 F, which could feel scalding to the sensitive skin of the nether regions.
Handheld Bidet Kits
For the most part, I’d only recommend getting a sprayer in specific situations. I say this because attachments cost about the same (sometimes they’re cheaper) and are considered a step-up from sprayers (more convenient and hygienic, etc.).
They’re much easier to install and take about 10min compared to the 30min it takes to put on a new bidet seat.
Also, some toilets have unconventional dimensions and mounting hardware, making it difficult to install anything to the toilet itself.
In all such cases, you may want to consider a handheld sprayer.
The Purrfectzone Sprayer
For those who prefer the polished brass look, I recommend the Purrfectzone handheld bidet (Amazon link). It’s about as good as the Brondell luxury handheld bidet and costs about half as much.
It’s durable, leak-resistant, and has a track record of good feedback. The cleansing spray is about what you’d get with other types of handheld sprayers (produce and dish sprayers), so the stream isn’t as firm and concentrated as some users prefer.
This brings us to the next option.
Brondell CleanSpa CS-30 Handheld Bidet
Another great option is the Brondell CS-30 adjustable handheld bidet (also on Amazon).
I like this option because it has an adjustable spray head, a feature that’s pretty hard to find for some reason.
With an adjustable nozzle, you can go from a concentrated stream for firmer cleansing, to a dispersed spray pattern for a gentler, more soothing water stream.
Bidet Conversion Kits: Electric Seats
This type of bidet kit converts your commode into a high-tech luxury toilet. With this type of conversion kit, you can get all the technology of a $5K super toilet on a rickety 50-year-old commode.
They cost more upfront but tend to save money in the long run. The warm air dryer offered by electric bidets can replace toilet paper altogether (no dabbing necessary). This alone is enough to allow bidets to pay for themselves over their lifespan.
Nozzle oscillation is another big benefit of electric bidets. When a nozzle oscillates, it moves back and forth like a hose when you’re washing your car–imagine trying to wash your car holding a hose in one place.
Without this function, users have to shift around to get water to all the right places.
Feature(s) | Bidet Seats (High-Tech Bidet Conversion Kits) |
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Warm Water | Bio Bidet 6800U: Limited Flow (~40sec – 1min) Alpha GX: Extended Flow (~2min) Alpha JX and iX: Endless Flow |
Warm Air Dryer | All |
Adjustable Water Temp, Water Pressure, and Nozzle Position, Rear and Front Cleansing | All |
Heated Seat | All |
Wireless Remote | Bio Bidet 6800U Alpha JX and Alpha iX |
Wand/Wand Material | Bio Bidet 6800U: Dual Plastic Alpha GX and iX: Single Stainless Steel Alpha JX: Single Aluminum |
Self-Cleaning Nozzle(s) | All |
Antimicrobial Wand | Alpha JX |
Child Wash Mode | Bio Bidet 6800U |
Easy One-Push Operation (Convenience, Kids, Elderly) | Alpha JX and Bio Bidet 6800U |
User Presets (Save Your Settings) | Bio Bidet 6800U |
Bowl-Illuminating Night Light | All |
Highest Water Pressure | Alpha GX, iX, and JX |
High-Pressure Mode | Bio Bidet 6800U: Enema Function Alpha Bidets: Rear+ Mode |
Nozzle Oscillation (Back-and-Forth Spraying) | All |
Massage Mode | Alpha GX and Alpha iX: Pulse Massage Mode Bio Bidet 6800U: Rhythmic Oscillation Massage |
Air Deodorizer | Bio Bidet 6800U |
Sturdy, Sittable Lid | Alpha JX and Alpha GX |
Slow-Close/Quick-Release Seat | All |
Power-Saving Eco Mode(s) | All |
Typical Price (Least to Most) | Alpha JX > Bio Bidet 6800U > Alpha iX > Alpha GX |
Fits Round and Elongated Toilets | All |
The Alpha GX and iX Wave Bidets
First up, is the Alpha iX Hybrid. Bidet King owns/operates Alpha so I recommend getting from them since their customer support is so good.
The entry-level option is called the Alpha GX Wave bidet.
For Amazon, you can check their prices here (iX Hybrid) and here (GX Wave).
Both bidets perform above average, but the iX is exceptional. Check out the fake poop test:
Alpha is fairly new on the scene, but they’re already known for putting out quality bidets that offer a lot of bang for the buck.
Electric bidets like the GX and iX come with features adjustable water temperature, a warm air dryer, heated seat, nozzle oscillation and massage modes, and adjustable nozzle position for accurate aiming, etc.
The iX hybrid heater provides endless warm water. Hybrid heaters use a heated tank coupled with instantaneous heating technology.
The water pressure with the GX and iX is among the strongest in the industry, with a flow rate of 0.7 to 1L per minute. The Rear+ setting can be used for more effective cleansing or as an enema mode to help relieve constipation.
Features and Specs:
- Hybrid water heating systems: the iX provides endless warm water while the GX runs cool at about 40 seconds.
- Adjustable spray temperature, ranging from “Off” (cold tap) to 104° F.
- Adjustable water pressure with a max flow rate of 1 L per minute for the GX and 0.7 L/min for the iX.
- Strong wash setting called the “Rear+” mode.
- Warm air dryer w/multiple temperature settings.
- Heated seat w/multiple temp settings, ranging from Off to 104° F.
- Both bidets have bowl-illuminating LED nightlights, but the iX light is much brighter. Nightlights provide safe bathroom navigation in the dark. No need to blind yourself with bathroom lights. The light is blue with the iX and white with the GX. The GX light is a bit underpowered.
- Slow-close, slam-free seat and lid to save wear and tear.
- Quick-release tab for easy bidet removal and cleaning.
- iX Hybrid only: wireless handheld remote adds touch of luxury to the bathroom.
- GX Wave only: sturdy sittable lid so you can sit on the toilet when the lid is down.
- Single stainless-steel 2-in-1 nozzle for standard posterior and front feminine hygiene. The nozzles are adjustable to 5 positions for max aiming accuracy.
- Oscillating/wide spray setting for better cleaning and wider coverage.
- Massage/pulse mode that rotates water pressure between strong and soft for a soothing massage effect.
- Self-cleaning nozzle for sanitation.
- Energy-saver mode that regulates water and seat temp to reduce power consumption.
- iX Hybrid only: child wash mode allows kids to hit one button to put all of the child-friendly settings in place, making the bidet easier for kids to use.
- Safety sensor for safe bidet operation.
The Bio Bidet USPA 6800U Advanced Bidet Seat
One good option is the BB USPA 6800U (also available here). It’s available in elongated and round, but the round is often more expensive for some reason.
Keep in mind, for all the features listed below, it needs to be the 6800U, not the original 6800. The original is discontinued (in favor of the newer/better one) but they’re still in circulation.
The 6800U has a tank-type water heater, so the warm water supply is limited. The tank of heated water lasts about a 40sec, at which point it starts to cool down.
It’s comparable in price to the luxury option below (the JX). But Bio Bidet is a popular brand that offers several unique features, so I wanted to list a BB option.
For example, it has a child wash mode, a specialized enema function, a powerful air deodorizer, user presets, and an auto mode (most bidets have one or the other).
Bio Bidet includes a child wash mode with most of their units, and the 6800U has one. It lets kids use the bidet without knowing which settings to choose.
With one push of a button, kids get an automatic wash/dry cycle (1-minute wash and 3-minute drying) with child-friendly settings in place (an extra-extended nozzle and lower water pressure).
The enema function pulses high pressure to stimulate bowel movements. With the right technique, the water can enter the rectum for a makeshift enema.
The air deodorizer circulates air through a carbon filter that breaks down smelly molecules to remove embarrassing odors. That way you remove bad smells at the source instead of masking them (as with air fresheners).
User presets let you save your preferred settings–in this case, for nozzle position and water pressure. To me, having presets is a lot like having a waiter that remembers your order. The bidet also has an auto mode (see below).
Features and Specs:
- Tank-type water heater for ~40 seconds of warm water.
- 4 water temperature levels, ranging from “Off” to 104° F.
- Adjustable water pressure (5 levels), with a max flow rate of 0.24 gal (or ~ 0.9 L) per minute.
- Intensive Impulse Pulsation (IPP) enema function that doubles as a standard high-pressure turbo mode.
- Warm air dryer with adjustable temperature.
- Dual-sided luxury handheld remote w/LCD display.
- Adjustable heated seat with 4 temperature settings.
- A powerful air deodorizer that removes up to 99% of bad smells.
- 2 user presets for saving your preferred nozzle position and water temperature.
- Handy auto function: with one push of a button, get 20 seconds of standard rear cleansing, 20 seconds of oscillation, 20 seconds of massage, and 3 minutes of drying.
- Aerated wash for gentle/more comfortable cleansing and greater water efficiency. Micro-bubbles are incorporated into the outgoing water for a soft yet firm cleansing spray.
- Slow-close seat and lid with easy bidet removal button.
- Dual plastic nozzles for front and rear cleansing. Both nozzles are adjustable to 5 positions for accurate aiming.
- Oscillation mode for wider coverage and more effective cleansing.
- Rhythmic-massage mode that moves the nozzle back and forth in a rhythmic pattern.
- Extra-soft front feminine cleansing. The frontal spray nozzle has 7 holes for a dispersed water flow and gentler spray.
- Automatic self-cleansing nozzles. The nozzle self-rinses before and after each use.
- Built-in nightlight for safe bathroom navigation in the dark.
- Child wash mode for younger users.
- Safety sensor to prevent accidental bidet operation.
- Energy-saver mode that keeps the water and seat temp low.
The Alpha JX Luxury Bidet Seat
The best bidet in the lineup is the Alpha JX luxury bidet. I recommend getting it through Bidet King since they own and operate Alpha and will give you the best customer service and warranty.
It’s sometimes available at Amazon, and you can check their current stock here.
The JX is similar to the iX Hybrid above but has several luxury features.
The main difference is the instantaneous water heater. It heats water on the spot so you never run out of warm water. It’s truly tankless, so it doesn’t rely on a heated reservoir.
Also, tankless heaters don’t need to draw power 24/7 to keep a reservoir warm, so they use way less energy and thus cost far less to operate long-term.
Another great benefit is the antimicrobial nozzle. The cleaning wand resists contamination in addition to being self-cleaning.
The aluminum nozzle is treated with antibacterial and antifungal technology for an added layer of protection and hygiene.
Unlike the GX and iX, the JX has two easy one-push operation modes. The user presses one button and gets a preset wash or wash + dry cycle. This feature is convenient for all users but especially so for kids and the elderly.
Finally, the Alpha JX has a fancy wireless remote with an LCD screen. Havign an LCD screen lets you do more with fewer buttons.
Features and Specs:
- Tankless heater for instant and endless warm water and maximum energy savings.
- Adjustable water temp w/4 settings: “Off” (cold tap), Low (93° F), Med (98.6 F), and High (104° F).
- Warm air dryer w/adjustable temperature levels, the max reaching ~122° F.
- Adjustable water pressure w/3 levels and a max flow rate of 0.185gal (or 0.7 L) per minute.
- Strong Rear+ wash setting for extra-firm cleansing and constipation relief.
- Nozzle oscillation mode for wider coverage and better cleansing.
- Sleek wireless remote w/illuminated LCD screen and wall mount.
- 2 one-touch auto functions: “Easy Wash” (1-min wash w/nozzle oscillation) and “Wash + Dry” (1-minute wash + 1-minute dry).
- Heated seat w/adjustable temp levels: 89.6 F, 95 F, and 100.4 F.
- Sittable seat/lid with slow-close hinges and quick-release button for removal and cleaning.
- Single, dual-action aluminum nozzle for front and rear cleansing. The nozzle is adjustable across several positions for accurate aiming.
- Automatic self-cleaning nozzle function with antimicrobial material for max sanitation and hygiene.
- Built-in white LED nightlight for safe bidet use in the dark. It has an ambient sensor for efficiency that switches the nightlight off when there’s sufficient natural and artificial light.
- Occupied safety seat sensor to prevent accidental bidet operation.