The Novita Slimline BN-330
Kohler has teamed up with Novita to create an entry level bidet with some high-level features.
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Pros | Cons |
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Instantaneous heated water | No pulsating/massage function |
Slim profile | Weak dryer |
Strong, sittable lid | Only supports up to 280 pounds |
Stainless steel wand | |
Fits both one and two-piece toilets |
First, the basics:
- This is a bidet seat, so it will be replacing your old toilet seat.
- It is electric, so you will need access to a power outlet (three pronged).
- Available in elongated or round sizes.
- It comes in white only.
- You will need a phillips-head screwdriver (and possibly a flat-head screwdriver, depending on how your old toilet seat is mounted) for installation.
- All other installation components are included.
- A side panel (the attached remote) controls all functions.
- The stainless steel nozzle self-cleans and retracts after each use.
- Three-year manufacturer’s warranty with the option for a six-year extended warranty.
The features:
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- Stainless steel nozzle
- Dual nozzles for both posterior and feminine cleaning.
- Tankless water heating
- Heats water instantly and on-demand so you don’t ever run out.
- Oscillating
- The wand moves back and forth for a more thorough clean.
- Works with both the posterior and feminine cleansing options.
- Turbo mode
- Cranks the pressure to maximum to annihilate any stubborn, sticky residue.
- Nozzle self clean
- Douses the nozzle with water.
- Works automatically before and after each use, but can also be used manually.
- Warm-air dryer
- Adjustable nozzle position
- Can move the nozzle to desired position.
- Works for all wash modes.
- Adjustable water pressure
- Three levels.
- Adjustable water temperature
- Three levels.
- Adjustable seat temperature
- Three levels.
- Adjustable dryer temperature
- Three levels.
- Supports up to 280 pounds (127 kg)
- Eco-mode
- Normal and Super.
- Normal lowers the seat temperature and water temperature while the seat is unoccupied, adjusting it to your preferred setting once you sit down.
- Super will cut the voltage completely to the seat and water heater until you sit down.
- Slow closing lid
The Pros:
- Tankless water heating (this deserves its own bullet point, in my opinion)
- The water is heated instantly, not in a tank.
- This provides the user with instant, endless warm water and is a major value to households with multiple people lining up to use the bathroom in the mornings.
- Other premium features
- The stainless steel wand with two nozzles is a wonderful addition.
- Novita has made the lid incredibly strong, so no worries about sitting on it.
- A very slim (five inches tall (12.7 cm)) profile does wonders for streamlining the Novita’s look.
- Easy to install
- Not unique to the Slimline, but still worth noting.
- Fits both one- and two-piece toilets (!)
- Not many other inexpensive bidets can boast this feature.
- Quite exciting for those with attractive one-piece toilets who have been looking for a bidet seat to no avail.
- A three-year-long manufacturers warranty
- A very generous warranty compared to most other bidets in this price range.
The Cons:
- No pulsating water option
- This is a feature I really love that helps with constipation, hemorrhoids and simply feels great. Sad to see it’s lacking here.
- Only supports 280 pounds
- Many people with a heavier frame choose bidets for their ease of use compared to using toilet paper. It’s unfortunate that many who need a bidet won’t be able to choose this model.
- The dryer
- As with many bidet dryers, it isn’t quite powerful enough to dry you if you’re in a hurry, usually taking up to five minutes.
Final Thoughts:
This bidet-seat packs a surprising amount of premium features into its slim body. The tankless water heating is an absolute wonder at this price, and the durable lid and wand are both indicators of a durable, long-lasting unit. If you aren’t heavier than the 280 pound weight limit, don’t require a pulsating spray for various reasons, and know what to expect with a typical bidet dryer, this is one of the best sub $300 bidets on the market.
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