Water Softeners: Top 3 Compared — Ranked Lab
#1
Fleck 5600SXT 48
~$599
★★★★ 4.5/5
8.8/10 avg
#2
Iron Pro 2 Combination Water Softener & Iron Filter
~$574
★★★★ 4.4/5
8.6/10 avg
#3
WaterBoss 700 36
~$349
★★★★ 4.1/5
8.0/10 avg

Fleck 5600SXT 48 vs Iron Pro 2 Combination Water Softener & Iron Filter vs WaterBoss 700 36

MetricFleck 5600SXT 48FilterWaterBoss 700 36
Quality9.2/10 Best
9.0/10
8.4/10
Features8.9/10 Best
8.7/10
8.1/10
Ease of Use8.7/10 Best
8.5/10
7.9/10
Value8.5/10 Best
8.3/10
7.7/10
Price~$599~$574~$349
Rating4.5/54.4/54.1/5

Score Breakdown

Quality
48
9.2
Filter
9.0
36
8.4
Features
48
8.9
Filter
8.7
36
8.1
Ease of Use
48
8.7
Filter
8.5
36
7.9
Value
48
8.5
Filter
8.3
36
7.7

Strengths & Weaknesses

Fleck 5600SXT 48
Strength

Strongest in quality with 9.2/10

Fleck 5600SXT 48
Watch Out

Trails in value at 8.5/10

Iron Pro 2 Combination Water Softener & Iron Filter
Strength

Strongest in quality with 9.0/10

Iron Pro 2 Combination Water Softener & Iron Filter
Watch Out

Trails in value at 8.3/10

WaterBoss 700 36
Strength

Strongest in quality with 8.4/10

WaterBoss 700 36
Watch Out

Trails in value at 7.7/10

Our Verdict
Fleck 5600SXT 48

The Fleck 5600SXT 48 takes our top spot, but the Iron Pro 2 Combination Water Softener & Iron Filter is a compelling alternative if you prioritize different features. Check our full rankings for the complete picture.

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