Why Bidets Are Better: Convincing the Reluctant to Add a Bidet

So, you’ve decided that bidets are great and you want one in your bathroom! But … your partner or others you share a house with aren’t so convinced. If you want to champion bidets in your household, we’re here to help! Learn exactly why bidets are better than un-upgraded toilets so you can persuade your loved ones to “just add water.”

5 Benefits of Having a Bidet

 We hear you: Convincing someone who’s made do with just toilet paper their whole life can be tough. That’s why we’ve laid out 5 benefits of a bidet toilet seat or attachment (or even a whole bidet toilet!) in one place.

1. Bidets Offer a Thorough Clean…

Think of trying to wipe a wet, sticky, or oily mess off your hands with a paper towel versus rinsing it off in the sink. The paper towel tends to leave residue behind, while water cleans things more completely.

It’s the same with using toilet paper instead of a bidet! A bidet uses water to wash your rear after you use the bathroom, while toilet paper only wipes off the worst of the mess, leaving some behind.

2. …Without Clogging the Toilet

Anyone who’s had a bad day on the toilet knows the pain of flushing and hoping the massive amounts of toilet paper will go down the drain without a hitch. Instead, clean with something that already gets flushed every time: water!

Not only does water thoroughly clean your behind after using the bathroom, it also lets you skip clog-inducing amounts of toilet paper or the wet wipes you can’t flush when you’re done. Adjust the water angle and pressure to thoroughly clean away any residue without having to wipe over and over. Get a complete clean without worrying your toilet can handle it.

3. Bidets Reduce Your Toilet Paper Usage

How much are you spending on toilet paper each year? If you don’t already know, our TP calculator can give you an estimate. A bidet slashes that number by reducing the amount of toilet paper you need to use when you visit. Less need to wipe means fewer trees made into TP, which makes our planet and your wallet happier.

4. Bidets Offer Health Benefits

Bidets are not medical devices and cannot treat conditions. Instead, the health benefits of a bidet come from potentially helping to manage symptoms and reducing the risk of infection.

Those with gastrointestinal issues, such as constipation or IBS, may find a bidet useful for handling their symptoms. A stronger spray can act like an enema to help relieve constipation, or simply make you feel clean after a day of tummy troubles.

If you struggle with frequent infections, such as UTIs, cutting down on your wiping reduces the risk of spreading bacteria and causing another infection.

Warm water bidets tend to be the most comfortable option for those with sensitive or irritated rears, including those with hemorrhoids.

5. Bidets Make the Bathroom More Comfortable

“I’ve gotten along just fine without a bidet, why do I need one now?”

We hear this argument all the time. And our simple answer is because it’s better. Toilet paper might get the job done, but a bidet gets the job done well and in greater comfort. The benefits of a bidet toilet seat include everything from warm water and an air dryer to a heated seat. Even our simplest bidet attachments offer the comfort of a more complete clean than dry toilet paper can manage.

Be Ready with the Answers

Many people who are new to the idea of wanting a bidet will have questions. It’s only natural! We already answer quite a few on our bidet FAQ page, but here are a few more answers, so you can put their minds at ease.

Are bidets for men or women? Do men even use bidets?

Luckily for all of us, being clean isn’t restricted by gender. Bidets are for everyone! In the words of the famous children’s book: Everyone poops. That means everyone can benefit from some rear-end cleaning action. As a bonus, many of our bidets have a front wash feature, which allows everything from cleanup during that time of the month to a gentle postpartum wash after welcoming a new baby.

Are bidets healthier than toilet paper?

In many ways, yes. When you minimize toilet paper use with a bidet, you also minimize the chances of your hands contacting fecal matter and accidentally transferring those germs elsewhere. Plus, water can more thoroughly clean your rear after a bowel movement, reducing the risk of bacteria and infection. For those who struggle with UTIs, a bidet can lessen the likelihood of the back-to-front cross-contamination that often causes an infection.

Is water going to get everywhere?

Nope! A correctly installed bidet will only spray on your butt (or a little further forward with front wash), not all over the bathroom. If your spray goes elsewhere, the nozzle may be clogged and need cleaning.

Some of our higher-tech bidets even have a seat sensor, so the bidet won’t spray unless someone’s sitting on the seat.

Won’t using a bidet feel weird?

Cleaning with a bidet can feel odd if you’re not used to it. However, most people get used to the sensation after a few uses. Plus, with adjustable settings, you can make everything as comfortable as possible to ease into the experience.

Choose the Right Bidet Together

Congrats on your convincing argument! You’ve talked your spouse/parents/roommates around and are ready to get your home’s first bidet. Now you just need to agree on the best one. Browse our bidet selection or take the bidet quiz to get a shortlist of recommended bidets that fit your household needs. Then, it’s a matter of ordering your pick and deciding who’s going to install your new bathroom gadget. As the champion of the bidet, it’s probably going to be you. Luckily, installation is easy!