Can anyone explain why a toilet with a built-in bidet costs USD $17,300?

[Deleted member 3812]

I've been browsing toilets that have built-in bidets and found this one that costs USD $17,300, can anyone explain why this toilet with built-in bidet costs USD $17,300???:

NEOREST® NX2 Dual Flush Toilet - 1.0 GPF & 0.8 GPF - TotoUSA.com

NEOREST® NX2 Dual Flush Toilet - 1.0 GPF & 0.8 GPF

www.totousa.com

 

[Bradford]

toilets are built to last

getting a nice one that lasts long is probably worth the money

 

[xxracerxx]

Because it is fancy.

 

[gnexus]

Courage?

 

[Ja-]

Art

 

[Squarehard]

So you can put your raccoon in it.

 

[Human Resources]

that's a toto dude
you're investing in the R & D for bleeding-edge shitting technology
wouldn't be surprised to see a waterworld-style recycling model once the resource wars begin

 

[Static]

I think this is less about the fact that it has a built in bidet and more about price differentiation. You can find a lot of luxury versions of regular consumer goods with hugely inflated prices aimed at the wealthy.

 

[Whales]

ACTILIGHT elevates toilet cleaning to an extraordinary new dimension. Comprising a bacteria-neutralizing ultraviolet light and a titanium dioxide-fired toilet bowl, which is available on the NEOREST NX2, this extraordinary technology initiates a photocatalytic process that breaks down even microscopic waste particles.

 

[Pbae]

Looks like a alien hibernation tank.

 

[Dyle]

There's a hell of a lot more than just a bidet in that toilet.

Just look at all these features

• TORNADO FLUSH® System
• ACTILIGHT® UV light cleaning system built in the lid
• CEFIONTECT® Ceramic Glaze
• ADA Compliant
• Universal Height
• Sleek, low profile one-piece skirted toilet with integrated cleaning & comfort function in the seat
• EWATER+® on wand and bowl
• Remote control operated
• Tornado flushing system can be operated by remote or by sensor operation
• Front & Rear warm water washing with temperature and intermittent pressure controls
• Automatic toilet seat can be opened/closed by remote or sensor operation
• Heated seat with temperature control
• Air Deodorizer
• Night light
• Warm Air Dryer function
• 12" Rough-in
• Mounting and connection hardware included
• Remote Control and hanger included

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[rpm]

Because it's a fancy toilet. Look at that fucking thing. Looks like it's from the future. It has TORNADO FLUSH® technology, a disinfectant UV light, a heated seat, and a remote control, among other things. This is a premium shitting experience.

 

[subpar spatula]

Bidet, drying, sanitizing, etc. You're basically get a toilet that maintains itself, cleans your asshole, dries your asshole, and is quite comfy.

 

[louiedog]

For the same reason that you can buy $12,000 cables and $20,000 coffee tables. There are 600 billionaires in the US alone, and many more people worth 8-9 figures. They have several bathrooms to fill. There's a market of people who are not at all price sensitive to anything.

 

[Falore]

This is what Captain Picard poops in.

Worth it.

 

[Human Resources]

i'd bet there's a healthy aftermarket for custom ass-molded seats too, at that price range might as well go whole hog
LIDAR-scanned gammon abdomens all sitting in an off-shore server somewhere, waiting for the printers

 

[ClickyCal']

There's a hell of a lot more than just a bidet in that toilet.

Just look at all these features

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Does it also print out and money and cook pizzas?

 

[Deleted member 3812]

Found a YouTube video for this toilet model:

 

[Septimus Prime]

Why is this car with a built-in BMW logo $60,000?

 

[Soliloquy of a Dogge]

It makes your poop smell nicer.

 

[wenis]

If I had the bread to buy it I'd buy a ridiculously expensive toilet.

 

[subpar spatula]

"My PC cost $4k, and now I get 500FPS in Fortnite. YESSS!"

 

[Yourfawthaaa]

Theirs luxury for damn near everything.

....I'd try it tho.

 

[Desi]

I think this is less about the fact that it has a built in bidet and more about price differentiation. You can find a lot of luxury versions of regular consumer goods with hugely inflated prices aimed at the wealthy.

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For the same reason that you can buy $12,000 cables and $20,000 coffee tables. There are 600 billionaires in the US alone, and many more people worth 8-9 figures. They have several bathrooms to fill. There's a market of people who are not at all price sensitive to anything.

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Yep and if I was pulling in anywhere near that amount I would do the same. At my current networth I am twisting my face all kind of ways trying to price a tiny bathroom renovation.

 

[TaySan]

Because there are wealthy people with more money than sense that will buy it. Just like expensive luxury cars.

 

[xxracerxx]

Found a YouTube video for this toilet model:

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You just keep answering your own question.

 

[WascallyWabbit]

This is the Lamborghini of toilets, and just like the Lamborghini, your ass will never be the same once you're on one

 

[Deleted member 3812]

So, toilets made by Toto is much better than toilets made by other companies?

 

[Rayne]

I'd totally buy that toilet if I could afford it lol. Premium shitting experience :P

 

[Fiction]

Jesus fuck I'd be afraid to sit on that thing its so fancy

 

[admiraltaftbar]

That toilet is basically a robot. The outlet requirements to have one are actually pretty crazy.

 

[Neece]

It better milk my prostate too for that price.

 

[subpar spatula]

So, toilets made by Toto is much better than toilets made by other companies?

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So what you're saying is you drive a lower-end car because it gets you to A to B, you never buy any clothing that costs more because of the brand or appeal because you can literally buy bargain bin alternatives made from the almost exactly the same material and fit and endure just as well.

It's really strange you don't understand what luxury items are. Or you do and this is becomes even more bizarre.

Like, I could buy generic wal-mart drinking glasses but I prefer the style of the ones I have and are OK with paying the extra few dollars for the set.

 

[Desi]

So, toilets made by Toto is much better than toilets made by other companies?

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I have a Toto in my half bath in the basement, wish it was in the main bathroom, to be honest. Nothing fancy though just better than the American Standard one on the main level.

The ones in Japan were the real treat. I just am unable to add a $1700-4k toilet to a renovation cost.

 

[The Albatross]

For $17000 this thing better eat my ass

 

[Static]

Someone pooped in it and wrote an article on the experience if you're interested:

I tried the 'Mercedes Benz of toilets' that comes with a remote control and costs $10,200

Photos and review of the Neorest 750H from Toto, the luxury car of toilets.

www.businessinsider.com

 

[DrForester]

We all float down here...

 

[The Albatross]

Found a YouTube video for this toilet model:

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My favorite part of this video is this:

Like... oh here's some vases and a water jug next to your $17,300 toilet.

 

[xxracerxx]

My favorite part of this video is this:

Like... oh here's some vases and a water jug next to your $17,300 toilet.

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Old ways vs new ways of delivering water to your anus.

 

[The Albatross]

So, toilets made by Toto is much better than toilets made by other companies?

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Toto toilets take your poop to kansas. well worth the price

 

[Deleted member 2802]

 

[The Albatross]

Old ways vs new ways of delivering water to your anus.

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[Wubby]

Yo that loo is a work of art.

I have a Toto it's the best.

 

[I am a Bird]

You getting that toilet homer saw in Japan?

 

[Deleted member 3812]

According to this video, people would need to hire a contractor to install this toilet:

 

[xxracerxx]

According to this video, people would need to hire a contractor to install this toilet:

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Most people are going to hire a contractor to install a toilet.

 

[TheDestructiveSquirrel]

Can it play Crysis?

 

[Kinthey]

There's a hell of a lot more than just a bidet in that toilet.

Just look at all these features

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All of this for poop.

Magnificent

 

[Bigwombat]

According to this video, people would need to hire a contractor to install this toilet:

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Probably cause of the electrical requirements I would guess. Replacing your toilet on your own is actually really easy.... as long as it's not a super toilet like this one.

 

[KtSlime]

Seems like a supply-demand problem. Americans probably don't demand for good butt hygiene, so few are made and the price is high.