In the world of clean butts, there’s one special toilet gadget that reigns supreme for getting you squeaky clean: a bidet. They’re not common in the U.S., but if you’ve ever had the pleasure of using one while traveling, your life was likely changed and it made you want one in your own bathroom. Or if you’re wondering what on earth a bidet even is, allow us to elevate your number two experience.
While you may think of a bidet as that vaguely toilet-looking object that you find in hotels throughout Europe, know that you don’t have to invest in a whole new throne to enjoy the perks of this device. You can invest instead in bidet attachments that can be installed on your existing toilet for anywhere from $50 to about $300.
A bidet uses a high-pressure nozzle to spray water on your nether regions, leaving you way more cleansed and poo-free than regular toilet paper does. Plus, some bidets even offer a fancy air drying feature. And if you spend a lot of time doing the doo, you’ll probably save a ton of money on stocking up on toilet paper rolls.
If having a clean booty every time you poo sounds like your idea of a great time, you’re in luck. We asked enthusiastic bidet believers about the bidets they use at home so you can make sure you get only the best for your rear end.
Tushy Classic 3.0 bidet attachment
Tushy's bidet attachment is easy to install, is fingerprint and smudge-proof, and has self-cleaning technology that washes the nozzle before and after each use. It's designed to get you as clean as possible, while also potentially alleviating discomfort from issues like hemorrhoids or UTIs.
"I bought the Tushy after several of my friends got it and enjoyed it so much, they also bought travel bidets so they'd never be without one. I like that it was affordable and incredibly easy to install. And I do feel like I use less toilet paper, so it's saving me money and a little more environmentally friendly." — Paige Lavender, HuffPost news director
"We ordered it at the beginning of the pandemic (as everyone was freaking out about toilet paper) and didn’t get it for a while because so many other people did, too. We got it a few months later and it’s been love ever since." — Lacey T., founder of The Mddl with Lacey podcast
Luxe Bidet Neo 320 toilet attachment
This bidet attachment is available in rose gold, blue and white, just in case you want to add a pop of color to your cleaning experience. It also has an adjustable water temperature so you can get high-pressure cold or hot water, depending on your preference. In addition to the rear nozzle, there's also a lower-pressure second nozzle for front cleaning.
"I love that it was easy to install, I feel cleaner, and using less toilet paper! It's renter-friendly too, since I can uninstall when I move out!" — Greta Geiselman, HuffPost director of office services
Tushy Ace electronic bidet seat
Give your buns the royal treatment with this electric bidet seat from Tushy. It has a heated seat and temperature control for the bidet water and even a bum dryer, with a sleek remote to keep you totally in control. Both elongated and round toilet bowl shapes are available. The Tushy Ace bidet is loved by many, including fellow media comrades.
"I appreciate how the Ace coddles me and treats me like the rich lady my brain convinces me I am. And though it seems like it might be complicated, I recommend it for first-time bidet users, because you can customize pretty much everything, including the water pressure. I appreciate that I can change the temperature of the water too, because sometimes it's jarring to have very cold water propelled into your butt! I appreciate the dual nozzle especially after sex or when I'm menstruating, because things can get, er, messy, and now I can clean up without paper waste." — Sarah Madaus, New York City-based writer and fitness instructor
"I love the cleanliness! America is one of the only countries where this isn’t a practice. It also saves paper — we’ve cut down on toilet paper so much since we purchased it." — Cortne M. Bonilla, fashion and beauty editor at Editorialist
Brondell Swash SE400 bidet seat
With a ton of neat functions, including a heated seat, warm air dryer, power-saving eco mode and a blue night light for better visibility, this easy-to-install bidet system is perfect for both bidet beginners and pros.
"It’s got adjustable water pressure and temperature so it’s set just how I like it. I travel a lot for work and miss it a lot when I’m gone! I don’t know how I lived so many years without one." — Twitter user Lorna Juett
Soft Spa Fluidmaster 9500E-001 electric bidet
When it comes to the poopers of Reddit, several people vouch for the Soft Spa Fuidmaster in this Best Bidet thread (their second best pick, the Brondell, is already featured in this collection). This bells-and-whistles attachment promises bidet luxury at your fingertips with an adjustable positioning wand, an auto-closing and heated seat, an air-dry function, several wash settings and water that you can adjust the temperature and pressure of. And don't worry about hiring a professional to install this, as it comes with everything you need to do it yourself.