We recently replaced 3 - 1.6GPF American Standards with Toto's Aquias. We bought them online and were a little worried not having been able to see them in person first. But, we could not find one dual flush model in a store or showroom in the greater Seattle area. How weird is that? Anyway, they look better in person, with simple lines and smaller than we'd thought. They work so much better than the American Standards they replaced! They cost a lot more than those. However, they were much less expensive than most of the other dual flushes out there. Yay, TOTO!

we are adding an itty bitty bathroom under our stairs and were in the market for a small water-saving toilet. we settled on an American Standard FloWise dual flush. it is rated to remove 1000 grams of solid waste in a single flush -- better than the Toto Aquia (500-800 grams, depending on the model) and the Duravit (500-600 grams), and at a very reasonable price. the dimensions are the same as the Toto, the bowl is skirted (easy clean-up, no nooks and crannies for dust and other stuff to hide in) and it is a comfort/right height bowl (which makes it ADA compliant). the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission has a very informative list of eco-toilets w/ all the ratings.

I have one, and have specified for clients the Toto Aquia. I particularly love the clean lined base and the fact that it looks like a one piece but priced as 2 piece. Flushes very well and is quiet and also is slightly narrower than many toilets.

We've been using two wall-mounted Starck 2's for several years now and have never had any problems other than a block of bleach getting stuck in the cistern once and disrupting the water flow. I would definitely buy them again as I like the clean classic lines.

I chose the Toto Ultimate when I renovated my bathroom in 2008. It has a powerful flush, yet doesn't splash up (which the Toto supplied by my building years ago did) and it's very quiet. Also it's well proportioned for my small NYC bathroom, which is now modern, elegant, and highly functional.

Oh, Toto Dorian, you had me at "power flush". "Quiet" sealed the deal.

I live in Florida and found my dual flush toilet at Sam's Club for $99.00! It uses only 1.1 gallon for liquids and 1.6 gallons for solids! This is an 'Alexis' toilet, and I am thrilled that I just stumbled upon it!

For me I love the beautiful appearance of these toilets but when it comes down to it performance wins. If it fails to work it no longer matters how compact and stylish the toilet is. There is nothing more unattractive than a plumbing emergency. Therefore, if finances allow, I go for the Toto. They are reliable and live up to the reputation they have gained in the industry.
P.S. I am a fan of the skirted bottom which makes cleaning more pleasant (if cleaning ever could be described as pleasant).

I'm so freaked out by the length of that model's forearm, hope it is just the angle.

I love the glamor shot, is this to assure us all that even glamorous models poop too?

I've not used any of the models mentioned above, but do have a low-flow toilet seat in the bathroom. I was hesitant, but in the state of California, you aren't able to buy anything else. Anyway, the thing is amazing. Usually uses half the water than the previous toilet, and not once has it failed to flush properly. It worked so well we replaced all the other toilets in the house. Love the efficiency and water savings.

Nothing like using a sexy model to sell....a toilet. For heaven's sake. Bill Hicks was right about marketers....

Kohler Persuade:
http://www.us.kohler.com/onlinecatalog/detail.jsp?from=thumb&frm=&module=Toilets&item=15086902&prod_num=3723&section=2&category=13
Dual Flush, Water-saving, High-Efficiency, great style...
...and US made for just over $400

And for an equally sleek one-piece unit with all the features of the one above - The Kohler Salle:
http://www.us.kohler.com/savewater/products/residential/toilets/detail.htm?productNumber=3564&business=KPNA&resultPageKey=259896056-0
Still reasonably priced at under $700.

why no wall mounted toilets? so much easier to clean around (and under). seems to be one of those ideas that are swimming to north america on a very slow boat. i have seen some here but they were prohibitively expensive. still, i'd think it'd be worth it for no more scrubbing of those ridiculous screws!

http://www.trendir.com/archives/000670.html
http://www.duravit.com/duravit/html/default/useo-6q3ruf.com.html?category=toilets&product=221709&nodeId=94185

Within 18 months, the seat on the dual flush Duravit Happy D, no longer stays up (the lid does). Warranty's only good for a year (5 years for ceramic part), so have to buy either replacement hinges ($35) or a new seat/lid (about $100). Looks nice, but seems like it should last longer without an issue.

My new home's powder room came with a low-flush Kohler to satisfy our city's water conservation rules. I don't like the fact that you must hold the handle down for an extended moment for a complete flush. It's okay for family, but what do you do about guests? Inform them of the need to hold the handle down every time they use the toilet? Or maybe I should post a sign? Of course I do none of the above which can lead to unfinished business in the powder room. :-(

So my recommendation is to check whether your new low flush toilet has any special flushing requirements before purchasing.

When we did our bathroom remodel, we had really tight dimensions to work with - the floor space is about 4x4 - and I really really wanted the Toto Aquia - great modern lines, great look, dual flush and good reviews - so was crossing my fingers that the Toto Aquia would fit - it did and I absolutely love it! Great flush, single or double - all these ads with people flushing golf balls down their super max flushing toilets, I just don't understand why you would want to do that, but I digress....

We've had our Toto for 2 years now and only had to pull out the plunger once - which was awkward because you've got a round plunger and an oval cavity....

A note, it is a little more difficult to install than a standard toilet because of the skirt and we had to drill new holes through our tile to match.

I have the Kohler Persuade, and unfortunately I cannot recommend it. It's beautiful, and the skirt is easy to clean, but it came with a horrible flat gasket in the water tank that permitted it to leak after installation. I had to pay my plumber to come out, pull the toilet and diagnose the problem - all it needed was a cheap fitted gasket from Home Depot. Because Kohler cheaped out on the gasket, I had water damage to my floors.

ToTo ultramax!!! The best there is. We are super happy with our purchase.

Our house has five Toto Aquias, and we are delighted with them. (I know, I know, not an apartment... not a huge house, either, but with dual masters, a guest room, a lavatory, and a basement bathroom by the home theater, it added up.)

I install many toilets as part of my redesign of bathrooms. Hands down the Toto's are the best, even if they cost a little more. In the long run it makes little difference. Another manufacturer that I use regualarly is the dual flush by Sterling, which is owned by Kohler. You don't hear much about them but I have installed quite a few and they are a better price point than the Toto's. Caroma is ok, but not great.

Oh, one other thing. If you you want to read great "detail" about the flushing world of toilets, read Terry Love's blog. He is a guru on toilets. At times a little graphic, but always informative. www.terrylove.com One subtle comment...a dual flush toilet is only as good as the person doing the flushing, so you have to train yourselves and train your guests.

Not sure if you get it in the states but here in Aus there is a caroma model that incorporates a wash basin into the top of the cistern. When you flush the refill water comes out the tap and then runs through the drain and into the cistern ready for the next flush.
Andrea P is correct that they dont make anything other than dual flush. In most (all?) states of australia it is against the law to fit a new toilet that is not dual flush.

When I restored my last house, I bought two low water toilets. One was just a regular American Standard, and the other was a Kolher assisted vacuum flush that cost a grand. This was 15 years ago.

Let's just say I'm not a fan of low water toilets.

I just downsized into a 1/1 condo, and it has an old fashioned four gallon flush toilet. It's like a frickin' whirlpool. I had forgotten how large those toilets were and how much water they used. AND I LOVE IT!! They flush the first time, and everything goes in the water. Sorry to be so gross, but it's true. Give me the old four gallon toilet anytime.

Although it is illegal to build new without low flow toilets, I had heard that was a black market for the old fashioned toilets. My contractor was really careful when he removed mine from the old house. I think he may have resold it.

@Team Decor: I suggest you look at current model low flows. They is a huge different between the older models and the current ones. The newer ones work so much better than you could imagine.

alexis, I suspect they Photoshopped her legs to make them look longer and the arm came with them, so to speak.

The first picture features the latest compact slim-profile model on the latest compact low-profile model.

Something comes to mind about small pets make small waste...

All of the model's limbs are very long. If you look closely though, you realize it's the model's extremely long hands that are causing the visual confusion. Her wrist bone is barely visible but resting almost half way up her lower leg. As a sculptor, I've had to study a lot of anatomy and have seen a lot of body types. I'm pretty confident that the reason this woman is a model in the first place is because of her abnormally long limbs. And I bet if one were to ask her, she'd say that she freaked people out in high school as well.

As mentioned by some others, why all those big chunky toilets and not build in floating ones? Easy to clean and take less space,

i like this one, sorry site is in Dutch, (its toilet i like)

http://www.karwei.nl/in-en-om-het-huis/badkamer-en-toilet/

We have the Starck-2 (wall-mounted) in our bathrooms, and couldn't be happier. They are gorgeous!

Very disappointed that a true water efficient toilet is not included on the roster. Check out the gorgeously sleek design of W W

http://www.roca.com.es/w w/w w/en/index.html

We have the Toto Aquia II and loooooove it. It's so pretty and functional. Only 2 caveats - get the special seat that comes with it - it fits perfect. And um, position yourself on the seat correctly or drop one piece of toilet paper before you sit down to um, prevent marks. Um. (blushing)

BTW, we got $100 back from the LADWP for getting it - since it was low flush.

Why not show the best Coroma of the bunch??

Caroma Profile Smart Dual Flush Toilets Plus Sink - (16.5" wide x 29.5" long x 32" high) -- modern concept close coupled washdown 1.28/0.8 gpf (4.8/3 l) Profile Smart 305 dual flushhigh efficiency toilet (HET) featuring a screw down fitted sink with unique two button activation providing substantial water savings compared to other HET or standard toilets and smooth rounded contours for easy cleaning. The closet bowl has been designed with a 12” (305mm) outlet rough-in. The Profile tankwith sink is an integrated system comprising of tank with high performance outlet valve and fitted with low profile push buttons. An innovative dual-flush push button and faucet combination that saves water by allowing the same water to be used for two purposes. Fresh water is first used for hand washing and then flows into the tank to ultimately flush the toilet. $481

/don't work for them
/I wants