Smart toilets are becoming more popular, and the market for smart toilet manufacturers is growing. Smart toilets use technology to make your bathroom experience easier and more comfortable. They can provide an array of benefits, from saving water to helping improve your health.
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Toto Ltd.
Toto Ltd. is a Japanese company that manufactures toilets and bathroom fixtures. The company was founded in 1917, and since then has grown to become the world’s largest manufacturer of toilets. Toto has a global presence, and sells its products in over 100 countries worldwide.
Toto Ltd. created Washlet, a brand of smart toilets that include a seat that cleans and dries the user, as well as heats it. The company first developed this technology in 1980 and has since released numerous versions of its smart toilet models, including the Neorest Series. The Neorest Series includes three different models: NEOREST 550H Bidet Toilet Seat with Air Purifying System, NEOREST 705S Washlet Electric Bidet Toilet Seat, and NEOREST 755S Washlet Electric Bidet Toilet Seat.
LIXIL Corp.
LIXIL is a Japanese company that has been producing bathroom fixtures since 1853. With over 1,000 factories and 43,000 employees around the world, LIXIL is one of the largest manufacturers of toilets in the world. They are also responsible for inventing both the smart toilet and Washlet toilet seat, which are two popular types of self-cleaning toilets on today’s market.
The Washlet is an electric bidet attachment that was invented by LIXIL in 1970s Japan but didn’t become widely available until 1990s when it was first introduced to North America through TOTO USA Inc., a subsidiary of LIXIL Corporation (the parent company).
Geberit AG
Geberit AG is a Swiss company that has been manufacturing toilets, bidets and bathroom accessories since 1877. Geberit products are available in over 100 countries around the world. The company started out with only five employees and now has more than 26,000 employees worldwide. In 2013, Geberit became the first European manufacturer to be certified according to ISO 9001:2008 quality standards.
Kohler Co.
Kohler is a US-based plumbing products manufacturer that is one of the largest in the world. It was founded in 1873 by German immigrant John Michael Kohler, who set up shop in his hometown of Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin.
In 2017, Kohler became part of Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway company when it purchased 100% of their stock for $4 billion. The company has since expanded its presence and offerings to include bathtubs, showers, faucets and smart toilets among other things. They also offer kitchen sinks and cabinetry systems which can be made from various materials including stainless steel or copper composite material (CM).
Roca Sanitario, S.A.
Roca Sanitario, S.A. is a Spanish company based in Madrid that specializes in the manufacturing of sanitary ware. It was founded by Josep Roca Puchol and his brothers in 1912 as a family business, and has since become one of the leading manufacturers of sanitary ware in Spain and Europe. Roca currently holds over 40% market share on the continent with products ranging from showers to toilets to bidets.
American Standard Brands
If you’ve ever shopped for a toilet, you’re probably familiar with American Standard—the company is a household name in plumbing fixtures. However, did you know that they also manufacture smart toilets? Well, they do!
American Standard Brands is a subsidiary of American Standard and makes products like toilets and bathtubs. It’s based in Parsippany, New Jersey.
Jaquar and Company Pvt. Ltd.
Jaquar and Company Pvt. Ltd. is a manufacturer of toilets and bathroom products that was founded in 1994. The company’s products are sold in over 100 countries, with 10 manufacturing facilities located in India, China and Italy.
Duravit AG
Duravit AG is a German company that specializes in high-end plumbing products. The company was founded in 1898 and has grown to be one of the most popular manufacturers of toilets and bathroom accessories. Duravit toilets are considered some of the best quality on the market, and they come in many different styles with varying price points.
Roca Group
The Roca Group is a Spanish company that designs and manufactures bathroom fixtures, such as toilets. It has been around since 1875. The Roca Group is the largest bathroom manufacturer in Europe, with factories in Spain, Poland and Romania. They have a wide range of products available through their website including toilets (including their highest end model: Roca Iconic), bidets and shower systems.
Brondell Inc.
Brondell is a company based in California that makes a range of smart toilets, including the Brondell Swash 1000, Swash 700 and Swash 300. The most popular model is the Swash 1000 and it received an editor’s choice award from Digital Trends.
It works with Alexa and Google Assistant, so you can control it using your voice. It also uses Bluetooth technology to connect to your phone or tablet using the Brondell app so you can monitor water usage, adjust settings like temperature and pressure remotely and view stats on how much you’ve saved since using the toilet.
Saniflo
Ecoseat 101 is a smart toilet manufactured by Saniflo Canada Ltd. It is used in hospitals, schools and other public places. The product is high-end, with a price tag of about $5,000 USD.
Bottom Line
The future of smart toilets is bright. We’re seeing more manufacturers enter the market and innovative designs every year. While there are still some challenges with this technology, companies like Toto and LIXIL are working hard to overcome them. It’s only a matter of time before all toilets are connected!
