Review: Eco Nova Toilet Seat Bidet – Say goodbye to toilet paper

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Here’s something I never expected to say out loud: I spent a good portion of 2025 obsessing over water pressure settings on a toilet seat.

Not just any toilet seat, mind you, the Eco Nova toilet bidet seat, a gadget that’s somehow become the most contentious piece of hardware in our household.

My wife thinks I’ve lost it. Our house guests have opinions (strong ones). And yet, after nearly a year of what I’ll politely call “field testing.”

I’ve arrived at an uncomfortable truth: we Americans have been doing this bathroom thing wrong for a very long time.

The bidet conversation in the U.S. always starts with awkwardness, doesn’t it?

Europeans have been scrunching their noses at our toilet paper dependence for decades, but we’ve shrugged it off as one of those cultural quirks, like our baffling resistance to the metric system.

But here’s the thing: the Eco Nova isn’t asking you to renovate your bathroom or adopt some radically foreign fixture.

It’s a smart, eco-conscious toilet seat that installs in about twenty minutes and promises to save trees, money, and, let’s be honest, provide a cleaner experience than dry paper ever could.

The question isn’t whether it works (spoiler: it does). The question is whether we’re ready to get over ourselves and embrace it.

What Is the Eco Nova Bidet Seat?

Let’s start with the basics, because I certainly didn’t have them straight before this adventure began.

The Eco Nova is an electric bidet seat, meaning it replaces your existing toilet seat and connects to both your water line and a standard electrical outlet.

It’s not one of those standalone porcelain fixtures you see in fancy European hotels (which, honestly, always confused me).

Instead, it’s an all-in-one seat that shoots temperature-controlled water where you need it, dries you off with warm air (or in some cases, extremely hot air), and generally makes you feel like you’ve stumbled into a bathroom from 2045.

The “Eco” part of the name isn’t just marketing fluff, though we’ll interrogate that claim more thoroughly later. The company positions this as an environmentally conscious alternative to our national toilet paper addiction.

And considering the average American uses about 141 rolls per year (a figure that genuinely startled me when I looked it up), there’s definitely something to that pitch.

What struck me immediately upon unboxing this thing was how… normal it looked. I’d half-expected some sort of intimidating spaceship apparatus, but the Eco Nova is surprisingly sleek.

It’s a white, contoured seat that’s slightly bulkier than your standard toilet seat.

There’s a control panel on the right side and a bit more heft in the back where the mechanics live, but it doesn’t scream “I’M A BIDET” in a way that might scare off curious first-timers. Which, let’s face it, is most of us.

Key Features and Functions

The Eco Nova comes loaded with features that sound excessive until you actually use them, at which point they feel essential.

It’s the classic tech adoption curve, compressed into your most private moments. Here’s what I like most:

Advanced Hygiene and Cleaning Technology

The core function here is the rear and front wash system, which uses two separate nozzles that extend and retract automatically.

(The nozzles self-clean before and after each use, which was one of my initial concerns; I’m glad they thought of that.)

The spray pattern is adjustable across five width settings, from a focused stream to a wider wash, and there’s an oscillating mode that… well, it oscillates.

I found myself appreciating the precision more than I expected. This isn’t just randomly spraying water in the general vicinity: there’s genuine engineering here aimed at effectiveness.

The nozzles are positioned thoughtfully, and the Eco Nova includes both posterior and feminine wash modes with different spray angles and intensity levels.

After years of using dry paper, a method that, when you actually think about it, seems almost medieval, the difference in cleanliness is impossible to ignore.

It’s like the gap between washing your hands with water versus just wiping them with a paper towel. You wouldn’t do the latter, right? (Please tell me you wouldn’t.)

Heated Seat and Comfort Options

This is where the Eco Nova crosses from “functional upgrade” into “minor luxury,” and I’m not complaining.

The heated seat has three temperature settings, ranging from “barely warm” to “tropical vacation.” I’ve settled on level two for most of the year, bumping it up to three during our frigid winter mornings.

My partner prefers level one. We have yet to find anyone who actually uses level four; it’s almost comically hot, but I suppose it’s there if you live somewhere truly arctic.

The seat itself is also slow-closing, so there are no more 3 AM crashes that wake the entire block. It’s a small thing, but small things add up when you’re talking about a fixture you use multiple times daily.

The seat also has adjustable positioning, so it fits snugly on our slightly-older toilet without wobbling.

Customizable Water Pressure and Temperature

This is where I spent most of my testing time (and where I’m convinced the Eco Nova shines against cheaper competitors).

Water pressure is adjustable across three levels, and temperature spans three settings: unheated, warm, and hot. I’ve found level three pressure with warm water to be the sweet spot, thorough without being aggressive.

Level five is… intense. Let’s just say I tried it once out of curiosity and immediately dialed it back down.

The temperature adjustment takes maybe 30 seconds to heat up on first use, which initially annoyed me but quickly became unnoticeable in my daily routine.

The water heats on demand rather than keeping a reservoir constantly hot (a more energy-efficient approach, according to the specs), which means there’s that brief lag. I’ll take the slight wait over wasted electricity.

Benefits of the Eco Nova Bidet

Okay, so it works as advertised. But does it actually deliver meaningful benefits beyond the novelty factor?

After the better part of a year of daily use (and, yes, awkwardly polling family and friends who’ve visited), I’d argue it does, though not always in the ways the marketing materials emphasize.

Superior Cleanliness and Health

Let’s just say it: you get cleaner. Objectively, measurably cleaner. I realize that sounds like I’m shilling for Big Bidet, but it’s simply true.

Water removes more residue than dry paper, full stop.

For people dealing with hemorrhoids, mobility issues, or post-surgery recovery, this isn’t just a luxury, it’s genuinely therapeutic.

Several bidet owners I spoke with (yes, I’ve become that person who brings up bidets during random conversations) mentioned that the gentle water pressure was significantly more comfortable than wiping during flare-ups or after medical procedures.

There’s also something to be said for reducing the physical irritation that comes from repeated wiping with paper, especially the cheap stuff.

Our household toilet paper consumption has dropped by roughly 75%, we still use a bit for drying, but the rolls last weeks instead of days.

Eco-Friendly and Cost-Effective

Here’s where we need to interrogate the “Eco” branding honestly.

Yes, dramatically reducing toilet paper consumption is environmentally positive. Manufacturing toilet paper requires significant water, energy, and trees, about 37 gallons of water per roll, by some estimates. If the Eco Nova cuts our usage by three-quarters, that’s meaningful impact over time.

But (and there’s always a but) the bidet itself uses electricity and water. The electrical draw is modest: about 1,200 watts during heating cycles and negligible on standby, which adds maybe $3-5 to our monthly electric bill, based on my calculations.

Water usage per wash is minimal, maybe a tenth of a gallon. So yes, it’s a net environmental win, but it’s not zero-impact. It’s more accurate to say it’s significantly less wasteful than the toilet-paper-only status quo.

Cost-wise, our household was spending roughly $30-40 monthly on toilet paper. At 75% reduction, I’m saving about $25-30 monthly, or around $300-350 annually.

The Eco Nova retails for $699, meaning the payback period is roughly 18 months. Not instant savings, but reasonable for a product that should last years.

Installation and Compatibility

Installation was easier than I expected, which is saying something because I’m thoroughly mediocre at household repairs.

If you can work with a wrench and aren’t terrified of your toilet’s water supply line, you can handle this.

Quick Installation Process

The process took me about 35 minutes start to finish.

Here’s what you actually do: turn off your toilet’s water supply, flush to empty the tank, disconnect the water line, install the Eco Nova’s T-adapter, reconnect everything, bolt the seat onto your toilet bowl, plug it into a nearby outlet, and turn the water back on.

The instructions were clear, the included hardware was adequate, and I didn’t flood our bathroom. (I was irrationally worried about flooding the bathroom.)

The only mild annoyance was cable management, the power cord is thick and fairly visible unless you’ve got an outlet directly behind your toilet. We used some adhesive cable clips to tidy things up.

If you get stuck during the installation process, this YouTube how-to video should get you back on track.

One note: you’ll need a GFCI outlet within about four feet of your toilet. We already had one installed (thankfully), but if you don’t, you’ll need an electrician to add one, which adds cost and complexity. It’s a safety requirement given the water-plus-electricity situation, so don’t skip it.

Toilet Compatibility Requirements

The Eco Nova fits elongated toilets, which represent the majority of modern residential toilets in the U.S.

If you’ve got a round bowl or a French-curve specialty toilet (I learned that’s a thing while researching this), you’re out of luck with this particular model.

Measure your toilet bowl before ordering. It sounds obvious, but I’ve read multiple reviews from people who didn’t and ended up frustrated.

There’s also the question of clearance. The Eco Nova adds about three inches of depth behind the seat, so if your toilet is crammed into a tiny alcove, it might not fit comfortably.

And you need that nearby electrical outlet, which isn’t standard in many American bathrooms, though it’s becoming more common with new construction. So yea, just a few things to be mindful before ordering one.

Design and Build Quality

The Eco Nova feels solidly built in a way that cheaper bidet attachments frankly don’t.

The seat itself is made from what the company calls “antibacterial plastic”, which I’m taking with a grain of salt marketing-wise, but it does seem durable and easy to clean.

The surface is smooth, non-porous, and hasn’t shown any staining or wear after a year of use.

The air dryer works, but it’s the one feature that feels a bit undercooked. It takes about three to four minutes to dry you completely, and even then, most people still use a small amount of toilet paper or a dedicated towel to finish up.

The air is warm and the function is fine for reducing paper usage, but if you’re expecting hotel-restroom hand-dryer efficiency, temper those expectations.

Noise-wise, the Eco Nova is reasonably quiet. There’s a slight hum when the water heats and a gentle fan sound during air drying, but nothing that’s audible outside the bathroom with the door closed.

One thing that’s somewhat annoying is that emits an audible beep anytime you sit on it. It’s not anything to complain about, but it’s something that emits sound in the middle of the quiet night.

How the Eco Nova Compares to Other Bidet Seats

I haven’t personally tested every bidet seat on the market (my partner drew a line after I suggested we might need to), but I did extensive research and spoke with several people who’ve used competitors like the TOTO Washlet, Bio Bidet BB-2000, and various cheaper models.

The TOTO Washlet is generally considered the gold standard; it’s Japanese-engineered, feature-rich, and costs anywhere from $500 to over $1,000, depending on the model.

From what I gather, it offers marginally better build quality and more customization options (including things like automatic open/close lids and deodorizers), but you’re paying a significant premium.

If you’re a bathroom tech enthusiast with budget to spare, TOTO might be worth it. For most of us, the Eco Nova hits the sweet spot of features and price.

The Bio Bidet BB-2000 is the Eco Nova’s closest competitor in both features and price point. Reviews suggest it has slightly more powerful water pressure on the top settings and a more advanced dryer, but it’s also a bit bulkier and the controls are more complex.

If you want maximum customization and don’t mind a learning curve, it’s worth considering. I preferred the Eco Nova’s simpler interface.

Cheaper attachments (the $40-80 mechanical models that don’t require electricity) obviously lack heated seats, warm water, and air drying.

They’re functional and better than nothing, but after experiencing the full feature set, I’d have a hard time going back. The heated seat alone is worth the upgrade during cold months.

What distinguishes the Eco Nova in this crowded field is that “good enough is actually great” positioning.

It doesn’t have every single bell and whistle, but everything it does, it does well.

And at its price point — typically $100-200 less than the premium models — it’s compelling for first-time bidet buyers who aren’t sure they want to commit four figures to the experiment.

User Experience and Customer Feedback

Beyond my own household testing, I dug into online reviews and spoke with several Eco Nova owners to get a broader perspective. The consensus is largely positive, with a few consistent themes.

Most users report a learning curve of a few days to a week. The first few uses feel strange (because, of course, they do —you’re dramatically changing a lifelong routine), but people consistently say they adapt quickly and then can’t imagine going back.

One friend told me, “I genuinely dread using bathrooms anywhere else now. Hotel stays have become less comfortable.” I laughed, but I’m starting to understand the sentiment.

The most common complaint in reviews is the air dryer’s limited effectiveness, which aligns with my experience. It’s a nice-to-have feature that reduces paper usage, but it’s not a complete replacement for manual drying.

Some users solve this with small dedicated hand towels: others just use a few squares of toilet paper. Either way, you’re still cutting consumption dramatically.

Durability reports are encouraging so far. The Eco Nova hasn’t been on the market long enough for decade-long testing, but 1-2 year reviews suggest it holds up well.

The company offers a four-year warranty, which is standard for this product category and suggests they’re reasonably confident in the build quality.

Installation issues seem rare but do pop up, usually related to toilet compatibility or electrical outlet placement.

A few reviewers mentioned the power cord length being limiting, which again points to the importance of having a conveniently located GFCI outlet.

The Final Verdict

So, should you buy the Eco Nova bidet seat?

If you’re a homeowner with a compatible toilet, a nearby electrical outlet, and even a passing curiosity about why the rest of the world has moved beyond toilet paper as a sole hygiene solution, my answer is yes, with modest caveats.

This isn’t a luxury product for tech enthusiasts only. It’s a practical bathroom upgrade that delivers tangible benefits: you’ll be cleaner, you’ll use dramatically less toilet paper (saving money and trees), and you’ll wonder why American culture has been so stubbornly resistant to this technology.

The Eco Nova specifically offers a strong feature set at a reasonable price point, positioning it well for first-time bidet buyers who want the full electric seat experience without paying premium-tier prices.

The caveats? The air dryer is merely okay; you’ll need that GFCI outlet, and there’s an 18-month payback period on the investment.

If you rent, the installation, while not difficult, might not be worth it if you’re moving soon. And if you’ve got a round toilet bowl or unusual bathroom layout, double-check compatibility before ordering.

But here’s the thing that surprised me most over these three weeks: the Eco Nova isn’t just a product upgrade, it’s a glimpse into how our everyday domestic infrastructure is quietly evolving.

We’ve spent decades accepting bathroom routines that are, objectively, less effective and more wasteful than they need to be, simply because “that’s how we’ve always done it.”

The bidet’s slow creep into American households, accelerated, oddly, by the Great Toilet Paper Shortage of 2020, represents our willingness to finally question those defaults.

I’m not saying a bidet seat will change your life. But it might change your bathroom routine enough that everywhere else starts feeling a little bit primitive. And maybe that’s exactly the kind of small, surprising upgrade we need more of.

Now if you’ll excuse me, I need to go adjust our water pressure settings again. I think we can optimize this thing even further.

The Eco Nova Bidet Seat starts at around $699 and can be purchased at ManyBidets and Amazon.