What to compare when choosing a TOTO Japanese toilet
Before comparing individual models, start with what your bathroom can accommodate and then look at the features you are most likely to use.
- Rough-in and installation: Most floor-mounted TOTO toilets use a 12-inch rough-in, while selected models can accommodate 10- or 14-inch installations. Wall-hung models use an in-wall carrier instead, so always check the specifications for the exact toilet before ordering.
- Wash settings and controls: Depending on the WASHLET or integrated model, you can adjust water temperature, pressure, nozzle position and wash modes. Some models use a remote, while others use different control layouts.
- Automatic features: Auto flushing and automatic lid opening and closing are available on selected models. If hands-free operation matters to you, check which functions are included with the specific model.
- Cleaning features: TOTO technologies such as PREMIST and EWATER+ help keep the wand and bowl cleaner, but the exact functions vary by model.
- Toilet design: The range includes one-piece, two-piece, floor-mounted and wall-hung toilets, giving you different options for installation, appearance and available floor space.
- Flush system and water use: Flush type and gallons per flush vary across the range. For example, some models use 1.28 GPF, while others use dual-flush configurations, so compare the specifications of the exact toilet you are considering.
- Electrical access: Electronic bidet functions require power, so confirm that a suitable outlet is available near the toilet or can be installed.
Once the installation requirements are clear, you can narrow the range based on the wash, cleaning and automatic features you actually want.
Integrated Japanese smart toilet vs TOTO WASHLET+: what's the difference?
Both give you TOTO's electronic bidet functions, but they are built differently.
An integrated smart toilet combines the toilet and bidet functions into one system, while WASHLET+ pairs a compatible TOTO toilet with a separate WASHLET seat designed to conceal the power cord and water supply hose.
Choose an integrated model if you want the toilet and bidet technology combined into one system.
Choose WASHLET+ if you prefer a more conventional toilet setup with a separate electronic bidet seat and concealed connections.
Which TOTO Japanese toilet should you choose?
The easiest way to narrow the range is to start with the type of setup you want.
- Choose a TOTO NEOREST if you want TOTO’s premium integrated range with more automatic and cleaning features built into the toilet.
- Choose the WASHLET G5A if you want an integrated smart toilet at a lower price point than most NEOREST models.
- Choose a WASHLET+ set if you want more flexibility. You can pair a compatible TOTO toilet with the WASHLET model that gives you the features and price point you want, while keeping the connections concealed.
- Choose a wall-hung model if you want to free up visible floor space and your bathroom can accommodate an in-wall carrier.
If you want to keep your existing toilet, a standalone bidet toilet seat may be the simpler option.