Benefits of Soft Water? Water Softener vs. Salt Free Water Conditioner vs. Tap Water

[@bparsons72007]

Finally.....someone who actually made since in explaining the differences in water softener to saltless water softener/conditioner. Thank you.

[@gr8ride411]

This is one of the most convincing arguments for a water softener I've ever seen.🏆 Thank you!

[@tintinmilou9471]

yeah he just ommited the cost of the salt but thats ok... look its always going to be a trade off

[@ojelspreet6794]

A plain and simple explanation. Thank you, Mr. Timmons.

[@tomtaylor3523]

Thanks for your video. But, what about the affect on piping and shower heads? How does a water softener compare to water conditioner for reducing scale and clogged shower heads? Thanks

[@angelinakebreau9666]

Finally, someone who speaks the truth! Really helped me learn the difference.

[@nicolaskorbyn6448]

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[@Lolatyou332]

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[@arungajapathy245]

Most convincing comparison video i have seen... Great job

[@nicknick185]

This is the best explanatory video out there on this subject. I got rid of my salt based softener and replaced with aconditioner and am much happier with the results. Softeners are a maintenance nightmare and not the best for your health (or your pets).

[@uswatersystems]

Thanks for your feedback and thanks for watching!

[@YoderJosh]

Why do we care how many suds are made from SLS in soaps? The foaming agent does not cause cleaning? What does this show me for drinking water, for cleaning power, and family usage. I do not add more soap to see more foam. Does the “extra soap clean better?” What about the $30-$40 of salt per month to wash the resin beads and go down a drain? Does the salt less not soft water waste my well water on washing itself out? I am not sure I got your point.

[@budrick2003]

It's part of the sales pitch.

[@skoecher45]

Very well said!

[@DR-hq5dj]

The point is, with salt the water actually softens. The salt less conditioner not exactly softens it but conditions the water, kinda mimics softening is the point

[@juliovalencia256]

I just got a water softener and we absolutely love it it’s quicker to shower and the water feels good

[@samsj9691]

Excellent demonstration. Very helpful in understanding the difference. Thanks

[@malk6277]

Thanks for the hands on demonstration, and clear explanations. Personally, the notion of paying a pretty penny on a salt based water softener to save on soap never seemed compelling enough to ignore the environmental concerns of dumping so much salt into the drains. Environmentally friendly soaps that we have used for years tend to be less foamy anyway, so we're used to it, and spoiler alert: our quality of life did not end up suffering and somehow, we survived. If the salt-free conditioner can help reduce scaling inside appliances without dumping salt, that's good enough for me.

[@hiseminencetheholymacdiarmada]

I am researching these two options as I plan on buying once I am confident in m6 decision. I have to say, the soap comparison does not help me decide which system I want.

[@oneiros1401]

I was in the same boat as you are. It came down to the cost for me. Water softeners are 5 times less than those massive water conditioners. If you think you don't have to do anything to the water conditioner, that's not true either, because you have to replace the activated charcoal inside in about 5 years.

[@stevedowns8601]

What was the cost of the water wasted and salt used to soften the water?

[@jsnthurst1]

Need to factor in the cost of salt with acwater softener which is about $9 a 40lb bag now. My water softener regenerates every night and I go through about 4 bags a month.

[@amylaude9588]

Thank you for the clear explanation of the benefits of water softeners.

[@reallifelegend4781]

how do we know if it's adequately sized to handle the water?

[@Mad5cout]

How much soap suds up is probably the least important bit of information about the difference between these two things. I wish you would talk about what each one removes, how it removes it, what it leaves, its effect on scale, what it means for human and environmental health, etc.

[@KatrinaDancer]

I hate the "greasy" feel of softened H2O but I have a brand new softener here in AZ because I was told I need to protect the pipes. That's the only thing I miss about WA. The H2O is so good there but doesn't feel gross to me like my salted H2O does. Is that normal? This video kind of makes me wish I'd gotten a conditioner instead 🤔

[@dkgreek]

Man I want to do a softener and filter for my house but that greasy feel I've heard about is a turn off.

[@zathrasnotzathras2270]

Thank you! My wife and I are looking at buying a home with a salt water softener. I was under the impression that a citric acid conditioner would be the way to go. I was anticipating replacing the existing softener. You just saved me some time and money. :)

[@Lolatyou332]

I was originally looking at getting the citric acid, salt-free softeners, ended up ordering a salt-based one. I live in a house alone so I'm not going to use a ton of salt, probably only have to add 50lbs every 2-3 months, instead of once a month.

[@modularrc6428]

Awesome demo! Very informative!!

[@mavirek]

So is this a phosphate filter? Is hard water the same as limescale? Why are water softeners so much more expensive than water filtration?

[@Silvian129]

Thanks for such simple and detailed explanation.

[@kansasplowboy6861]

GOOD VIDEO! NO BULLSHIT! I guess i will be getting a real water softener for the new house now.... Thank you Sir.

[@Professor5180]

If I'm just looking for preservation of hard water build-up and scale on my bathroom fixtures would I be fine with a salt-free system?

[@billbeedle347]

Curious to know what is the harndess in gpg of your tap water in this demo? Is it 10 gpg or 30 gpg or 75 gpg for example?

[@Lolatyou332]

I'm assuming he would be using city water, I can't imagine it would be over 20 gpg, the average in the US is probably closer to like 9 gpg.

[@smitadesai1153]

Hi, which water is good for drink?soft,hard or tap? please answer me

[@mikefa5891]

If both the water softener and the water conditioner solves the problem of descaling the pipes, who care about using less soap for more lather that has a monthly cost of putting salt into the tank?

[@idagress2090]

Oh, thanks for the demonstration!

[@daleleeroy]

Great demonstration. So just to confirm, would the actual hardness of the water in the middle/conditioned container be lower than the tap water (if it were to be tested)?

[@uswatersystems]

No. The water is still hard with a water conditioner. It just will not stick to your plumbing and fixtures.

[@daleleeroy]

@@uswatersystems ok, thx for clarifying that.

[@hophunter0077]

So my 3rd or 4th softener recently died and wanted something salt free, well media free. I have a yarna now and i thought it would help with plumbing and maybe still offer some sort of feel benefits like softer hair for my wife, but she is still not happy. Will one of your conditioners provide some relief over untreated water? She even complained when we had a working softener but now it's worse. :) thanks in advance and I appreciated the video as it helped me understand the technical differences between the systems.

[@uswatersystems]

I have to be honest with you, I don't think one our salt free systems will make your wife happy. If she truly wants that "softer" feel, I think the only thing that she will like is a good water softener.

[@hophunter0077]

@@uswatersystems I totally agree after spending hours searching, well, happy wife = happy life. :) Now to break the news to her about the cost of a good one, not one from a bug box store like I have had in the past (no less than 3 in 15 years :( ) that have all failed too soon.

[@hmongwild]

Is this why i it feels like i still have soap on me after rinsing when taking a shower.

[@sowmyam8979]

informative video , nice demonstration! helped me learn .Thank you

[@kathleen.valdez3925]

Please tell me why do I have a new water softener and it eliminated all scents my shampoo doesn’t smell on my hair my laundry soap doesn’t smell at all my clothes smells like water and that nasty salt crystals please help me understand why is this happing I hated my hard water because it smelled like chlorine but at least my hair amd clothes smelled good 😩

[@beulah2412]

Which is better for drinking

[@CosminRotaru]

I can buy in my area some "cationic resin filter" that should last like 6 months, as advertised. Is this a water softener where you replace the filter instead of regenerating it with salt? Or is it still a water conditioner? Thanks!

[@DorTur]

Maybe I missed this. I don't care about suds, as long as the dishes get clean. I get the potential residue in the laundry, using vinegar as last rinse. I have a solar water heater and looking for a salt free system to extend the life of this heater. Salt has to replaced periodically. Where does the old flushed salt go? Groundwater? Thoughts.

[@mojojojo8675]

Thanks for a great video, it really helped me a lot

[@SuddenImpact53]

Great video , very educational.

[@TheMelcho]

I appreciate the information.

[@konradkow]

Thanks for being as honest as possible. Much Love

[@plips71755]

Thank you for all your various and informative videos. Can you help us understand what these systems called NATURSOFT® WATER SOFTENER ALTERNATIVE - or similar units, which indicate they naturally soften the water without salt or potassium, and generate zero wastewater. And that they: Reduce hard water, leave in beneficial minerals, offer no slippery feeling, are gentle on skin, easy to maintain, offer high efficiency, no electricity needed, water is is still drinkable, no salt or potassium added to your water, offers third party testing to guarantee 99.6% prevention of scale buildup, and is good for locations which ban the use of salt water softeners. 1) Is this just another way to say salt free water conditioner? 2) Is this similar to the no salt/potassium water conditioner units you sell? 3) If they don’t use salt or potassium, how are they softening the water? Other minerals? 4) I’m curious how these units work without electricity. And if most units need electricity, what happens to your water supply when the power is off - are you still getting water, and it converts over to pull just regular tap, or is it that none of these devices need electricity and they all run off system (well or city) water pressure?

[@Fritztownlens]

So what size / Brand water softener would you recommend for a City water RV park for 2 people?

[@uswatersystems]

Something like this: www.uswatersystems.com/traxx-mini-water-softener.html

[@slayjay77]

So how can a simple water filter pitcher remove almost all lime scale that obviously don't use "salts" ?

[@jwd0808]

I have been shopping around for conditioners and for far Greenwave and Pelican's NaturSoft are on the top of my list. Is there much of a difference between the two?

[@uswatersystems]

Very similar technology. I believe ours is a little more affordable though.

[@maherm.7966]

Good day Which product is effective to install for a high water hardness with PPM exceed 1500, can it reduce it to 50 PPM? Thx for you care

[@uswatersystems]

Either system will help you, though I prefer water softeners for extremely hard water.

[@JAbrmd]

Great video thank you. After researching it seems if you live in a hard water area salt water softeners are the way to go. Comes down to preference really.

[@axecuttimber8307]

Makes good sense . I sent you a water sample . Waiting for results .How long does it take ? Thanks !

[@uswatersystems]

Thank you. The process of the water test typically takes 3 to 4 weeks.

[@axecuttimber8307]

@@uswatersystems Why so long ? Thanks

[@uswatersystems]

@@axecuttimber8307 Sorry about that. That tests are sent to a nationally credited lab and that is the lead time they give us. There is a chance it could come sooner but unfortunately this is usually how long it takes.

[@kssaravo]

There are many water softeners/filters in the market, it's too hard to conclude right cost efficient water softener + filter for 4 members family. Any recommendation from your side, would greatly help.

[@uswatersystems]

Well since we are a company that sells we are bias, but we do stand behind our products. They are made in the USA and highly effective with a great warranty. Our water softeners: www.uswatersystems.com/systems/water-softener-system Our Water Conditioners: www.uswatersystems.com/systems/salt-free-water-conditioners

[@chb5628]

I have been trying to do research on water softeners and water softener alternatives. I don't really care about soap lather. I understand it is important. My scale is so bad, the elements on my water heater keep exploding after 2 months. My pots have hard scale on the bottom after I cook. I have no water heater right now and before we get one I need to fix the scaling issue. I have a loop to install something but I do not have a drain. If I get a water softener I have to dig up my yard and deal with the hoa and my neighbors to run a pipe, or I could get a softener alternative with no waste water. Would a water conditioner/salt water alternative be a good idea for my issue where I have so much calcium build up?

[@uswatersystems]

Yes, a salt free alternative will help you. Your water heater issues and scale build up in your plumbing should be resolved. You may still see some spotting on dishes and your pans because it is not technically soft water, but you will see far less of it.

[@hj8607]

BUT be sure to put an RO system in your drinking water source OR HYPERTention may become a health problem. (excess sodium)

[@mrwbrown5312]

don’t we want the soap to emulsify with the oils on whatever were washing?

[@raymondjr.1080]

Blew my mind away!

[@danime0199]

Hi there! I live in a city where water softeners are banned. Is installing a water conditioner better than going pure tap water?

[@uswatersystems]

If water hardness is an issue then yes.

[@ldcrumley]

Probably would have been even more simple if all the samples were just tested for hardness

[@7Inkredible7]

Salt free water softners don't soften the water. So, a harness test makes no sense. It will still come out as hard water. It only conditions the water.

[@straden79]

My house has 5 bath, which water softner & brand do you recommend?

[@uswatersystems]

I'm bias of course but I would recommend this one with the 20 or 25 GPM option: www.uswatersystems.com/matrixx-water-softener-with-smartphone-programming.html

[@larryseibold4287]

good demonstration. I would however redo it with a few more facts. Hard water historically means that it is "Hard" to wash with soap (not detergent). Soft should be called easy, but it is not, they call it soft. It actually has more minerals than the untreated, as it has Na replacing Ca, so it is at least as conductive (ions). RO has very few remaining ions and minerals. If the goal is scale in water heaters, dishes and maybe pipes, which system is best (salt ion exchange or salt free chemical (Green Wave) or electro magnetic salt free conditioners)? I don't know, so i am curious what you think. If someone has 7 GPG to 15 GPG city water, and wants to use a tankless water heater, i suspect that salt free is a better choice? If they instead have much harder water, like 25 - 35 GPG, does the choice change? In both cases, assume that 99% of all drinking water is from a sink RO system.

[@alfonsoarmendariz1416]

Yeah but what's the green wave ? You didn't give context to exactly what system this is

[@boyka1827]

Can water softener and water conditioner install together?

[@uswatersystems]

Sure, but there really isn't a point in having both.

[@Phenom-rl5pr]

Good vid, How do you know if you're being sold the right size softener? House sq ft?

[@uswatersystems]

It's really based on water usage more than square footage. A family of 4 for example usually uses around 300 gallons of water per day.

[@JaTT659]

So water softener than add salt clean pipe

[@seanmcnally1132]

Wasn’t at you Mike, all my comment stated was that it was not a misleading video. It is the facts. Word salad didn’t like it and commented back. Just a discussion between of bunch of folks. I have a softener and it does work and I do save money. Detergents and soaps are not cheap but I won’t argue with ignorance from Wordsalad. Soaps and detergents must cost Pennie’s where he lives. Salt and/or potassium are cheaper. Happy Monday and I’m glad we can all agree to disagree !!

[@gs-rc3eq]

But not looking to feel soapy, or use more water because of feeling soapy? What to go with ? Is there a product out there that can control the amount of salt or softness we need ? I would like to use water softener but not feel soapy after using it. Reply But not looking to feel soapy, or use more water because of feeling soapy? What to go with ? Is there a product out there that can control the amount of salt or softness we need ? I would like to use water softener but not feel soapy after using it. Reply

[@uswatersystems]

You can adjust your hardness level on your water softener valve.

[@gs-rc3eq]

@@uswatersystems hi can we control your he hardness level on aquasana ? Can you suggest a good whole home water filtration system ?

[@jestlv]

For the "Tap" water; just add drops of water to a bottle of soap. Hahahah

[@benw.6194]

Hello. I have a question. Where, which country are all your products made in?

[@uswatersystems]

USA made when ever possible. Some components like our fittings come from the UK and our resin we use in water softeners come from Taiwan.

[@NSWvet83]

Seriously it comes down to how much soap you're going to use? Lol I just want clean dishes

[@rodey6594]

Just concerned about the lifespan of the water tank heater, anyone else had the same issues with water softeners destroying their water tank heater?

[@simd510]

Why would a water softner destroy water tank heater? Its supposed to remove the hard minerals preventing them from coating the inside cause inefficient heating. No salt is in the water so it is not supposed to damage the water heater only help. Thats my understanding

[@Beck-Stein]

Great but you cannot drink directly from a Water softener source. You need an additional filtration system for the softener in order to drink.

[@stevem1081]

There is more to which one to pick than suds. My parents put in a salt unit, while it did help keep the film off of the shower doors, and faucets, there is a monthly cost of salt, labor, and wastewater, which is really bad. Also, now when they make tea, it taste terrible, so now they spend a lot more money buying tea from the store. So salt units have some good and some bad, plus I read they increase the sodium in the water, which is bad for your health, and likely why my parents don't like the taste of their home-brewed tea now.

[@stevehall8227]

I don’t like the slimy feel of trying to rinse soap off with a softener. I’ve gotta wipe and rinse 2 to 3 times as long to feel clean with softened water, compared to a whole house water filter.

[@JaTT659]

Without salt freez pipe won't clean

[@labeled9091]

"Bubbles have little to nothing to do with cleaning power" Soap is soap, suds doesn't mean it's cleaning. This is a bad argument :(

[@tempest411]

For me I don't care. I can't stand the slimy feeling you get from soft water. I have hard water at my place and soap suds up just fine.

[@jay-od7kh]

count the drops he is adding see what you think, some have more than 5 🙄🙄

[@mikefa5891]

This is somewhat misleading - You talk about cost savings of using less soap with softened water, but you leave out the cost of the salt needed each month to produce the soft water.

[@Wordsalad69420]

I thought that was funny too. How much does he think soap costs? A bag of Potassium salt is $40.

[@seanmcnally1132]

Your both wrong. Softener salt is about 8 dollars for a 40 lb bag. Do your research before you comment on someone’s video. Secondly the video isn’t misleading at all. The cost of salt is nothing compared to soaps and detergents

[@Wordsalad69420]

@@seanmcnally1132 Can't use regular salt, so I have to use Potassium salt, which is 4x the price. A giant container of Tide is $20 and that does 100 loads. Even with regular salt, the detergent does not cost significantly more and sometimes may cost less. An 8 pack of Irish spring body soap is $10. How expensive did you think detergent and soap were?

[@seanmcnally1132]

@@Wordsalad69420 just because u can’t use regular soap doesn’t mean that the video was misleading and doesn’t change the fact that everything in life is expensive. If u can’t use salt for whatever reason then I guess you’re stuck with the added expense of the potassium then. It definitely works better than salt free systems

[@Wordsalad69420]

@@seanmcnally1132 You haven't answered my questions. Either do, or stop wasting time. How much do you pay for your soap and detergent? What kind do you use that it's suddenly an issue for you? Literally nobody thinks about soap and detergent cost when looking at water softeners (except you apparently).

[@stcz2760]

If the concentration of soup is equal at five drops in all three beakers, this does not change the strength of soap. Comparing suds to soap strength is like comparing medication effectiveness to blood type. This water comparison makes no scientific sense other than showing the chemical reaction of soap suds and water types. Nice try with your analogy!

[@uswatersystems]

Hello, There are some very scientific explanations to benefits of soft water and soap use. However, this a video to explain it in easy to relate terms. It isn't that the concentration has changed but that the effectiveness of the soap is reduced.

[@dman7425]

I could care less on saving $ on soap and if my dishes look clean

[@mohammedsharif6393]

So confused should not watch these videos there are millions social media’s consultants who to believe

[@uswatersystems]

Call us and talk with a water specialist. We don't sell you what WE need to sell. We sell YOU what you need.

[@jimbo6134]

I am not spending thousands of dollars to save on soap suds. Stupid way to convince someone to buy a salt system.

[@uswatersystems]

You don't need to spend thousands of dollars for a water softener. I mean, some are that expensive but those are for large applications not a typical residential home. Water Softeners and Water Conditioners are both close in price, we just wanted to demonstrate one of the difference each system has on your water.

[@justinc2625]

@Jim Lash obviously you didn't understand the whole purpose of demostration and this video, so why to even comment? he is not showing you how much suds (only) you can get with soft water or save on soap :) it's not a SAVE SOAP commercial !!!

[@jimbo6134]

Justin C I guess you weren’t watching, the whole demonstration is suds. I do understand the differences, I would lean towards a conditioner myself. So maybe you should watch again. I would have reservations with floors in the shower being too slippery as well.

[@HelloThere-nz9ld]

This is a one dimensional comparison. A no salt conditioner will be better at keeping your pipes clean, and is healthier for consumption. The water softner will bring about faster corrosion and will make the wayer feel oily.

[@simd510]

How's it going to bring faster corrosion?

[@manupatel3714]

Can I get for your phone number that should be call you any other question I will leave your language problem thanks for your help I'm really impressed your demonstration a lot of help for me make the decision