The BEST American Standard Toilets (10 Popular Models) Reviewed

3. American Standard Cadet PRO Toilet – Strongest Flush

“The two-piece Cadet PRO elongated toilet is the perfect combination of price, performance, and value.”

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Key Features

•       Flushing Score:   1000 MaPWhat is MaP?Grams of waste removed in a single flush. Scale = 0 - 1000
•     Water Consumption: 1.6 GPFGallons Per FlushEfficient toilets use 1.28 gallons per flush, saving 20% more water than 1.6 GPF toilets.
•     Bowl Shape: ElongatedShape ExplainedElongated bowls are oval shape and 2” inches wider than round bowls

• Flushing System:  Gravity FedWhat is a Gravity Fed Flush?Most common. Flush valve lifts, gravity rushes water rush to bowl and flushes our waste. No mechanical assistance needed.
• Flush Type: Single
• Style: Two-Piece
• Certifications: ASME, EPA WaterSenseWaterSense ExplainedHigh-efficiency toilets, certified by independent laboratories, extensive testing to meet a particular criteria of efficiency and performance standard.
• Dimensions (sourced from manual):
  • Toilet – 28.25″ x 18.13″ x 30.38″
  • Rough-inWhat is a Rough-in?Measurement between center of waste pipe and wall – 10″
  • TrapwayWhat is a Trapway?S-shaped curved channel inside the base of the toilet. Waste travels from the bowl through the trapway, then out the bottom of the toilet. – 2.12″
  • Seat HeightWhat is the Seat Height?The measurement from the floor to the top of the toilet seat. Standard height toilets measure between 15 - 17 inches, while chair height toilets measure 17 inches or more. – 17.25″

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• 1,000 MaP score and 1.6 gallons per flush
• PowerWash keeps bowl nice and clean
• EverClean surface coating prevents stains

• Can be difficult to install

With an elongated bowl and comfort-height technology, the Cadet PRO toilet was designed with a comfortable user experience in mind.

Flushability 

The Cadet flushing system has strong suction power, utilizing 1.6 gallons per flush. Its robust metal trip lever and metal shank fill the valve, making it ready for the next flush in just a few seconds. 

Combined with PowerWash, this toilet delivers raw power while maintaining low water usage. The toilet  uses 20% less water than standard toilets , saving you money with each press of the lever while delivering high-quality performance. The toilet has a flushing score of 1,000 MaP

Design 

The Cadet PRO is EPA WaterSense certified as well as ADA compliant. With its EverClean finish, the shiny and tough elongated bowl surface will always be clean and protected from the growth of bacteria and mold.

The Cadet PRO is made of long-lasting vitreous china. It is available in white, bone and linen, and does not come with a seat. The toilet does come with color-matching bowl cups that are easy to install and will make decorating your bathroom a cinch.

Cadet PRO Compared to the TOTO Drake II

The Cadet PRO comes with all of the special American Standard features we mentioned above. 

On the other hand, the TOTO Drake II comes with TOTO’s Tornado Flush technology, also known as the Dual Cyclone. This system is similar to the American Standard PowerWash method, in that it provides a powerful and water-efficient flush. The Drake II features a CeFiONtect coating that keeps the bowl as clean as possible and reduces maintenance, similar to the EverClean finish.

So, which unit is the best toilet out of these two models? Well, it’s almost too close to call, but we believe the American Standard CadetPRO  is the real winner. 

Both toilets are excellent contenders, but the Cadet PRO is slightly quieter than the Drake II. That, combined with a less blocky design that makes it more visually appealing, just barely gives American Standard the edge in this battle.

The Review Buzz

Users boast about the Cadet PRO’s water efficiency and power flush. Positive reviews praise the toilet’s PowerWash and EverClean features as well. The most common complaint about the toilet is that its installation process requires professional help. Some users tried installing the toilet themselves only for leakage to occur.

10. American Standard MaderaToilet

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“The one-piece elongated floor-mounted Madera toilet is exactly what you need if you’re trying to save space.”

 

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Key Features

•     Water Consumption: 1.1 – 1.6 GPFGallons Per FlushEfficient toilets use 1.28 gallons per flush, saving 20% more water than 1.6 GPF toilets.
•     Bowl Shape: ElongatedShape ExplainedElongated bowls are oval shape and 2” inches wider than round bowls

• Flushing System: FlushometerWhat is a Flushometer?Used in tankless designs, it uses water pressure from the main supply to provide the flushing action.
• Style: One-Piece
• Certifications: ASME
• Dimensions (sourced from manual):
  • Toilet – 28.25″ x 14″ x 15″
  • Rough-inWhat is a Rough-in?Measurement between center of waste pipe and wall – 10″ or 12″
  • TrapwayWhat is a Trapway?S-shaped curved channel inside the base of the toilet. Waste travels from the bowl through the trapway, then out the bottom of the toilet. – 2.12″
  • Seat HeightWhat is the Seat Height?The measurement from the floor to the top of the toilet seat. Standard height toilets measure between 15 - 17 inches, while chair height toilets measure 17 inches or more. – 16″

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• Eco-friendly flush
• Compact design perfect for smaller spaces
• Elongated toilet bowl

• Can be difficult to install

The American Standard Madera smaller size doesn’t mean it has less flushing power.

Flushing Power

With a 2-⅛” fully glazed trapway and powerful siphon jet action, we found that this toilet is excellent at keeping the bowl clean and easily flushing waste without clogs. 

This model offers surprisingly low consumption with high efficiency, operating in the range of 1.1 to 1.6 gallons per flush. 

Other Features

The toilet’s surface was created with EverClean technology, which inhibits the growth of bacteria, mold, and mildew – it’ll make you feel like you have someone taking care of your toilet every day!

It should be noted that it does not come with the seat or hardware, however, installation is not difficult once you have the necessary components.

Other Madera Models

History of the American Standard Company

American Standard started as the Standard Sanitary Manufacturing Company (SSMC), back in 1895. As one of the first plumbing and fixture manufacturers in the United States, SSMC quickly grew to become a highly influential company.

They were at the forefront of advances to modern plumbing such as widespread indoor plumbing, the creation of the one-piece toilet, and combination faucets.

In 1967, the company changed its name to American Standard, and then in 2008 American Standard merged with fellow companies Crane Plumbing and Eljer to form the American Standard Brands we know today. 

American Standard manufacturers not only toilets, but everything needed for a complete home bathroom, and even some kitchen appliances. This includes showers, tubs, sinks, faucets, soap dispensers, towel bars, toilet paper holders, and of course toilets and toilet seats. 

The company’s general design leans towards clean lines, minimal frills, and classic colors. Within those guidelines, they’ve still produced products that fall into one of four distinct design categories; traditional, transitional, modern, and innovative.

Collections range from the classically elegant Delancey, which uses traditional materials and subtle ornamentation to inspire a feeling of old-money class, to the ultra-modern Times Square collection featuring sleek lines and blocky, geometric angles. 

Features of American Standard Toilets

Customizing your home requires taking into consideration lots of details. Toilets are no exception.

Let’s break down the details you need to consider when searching for the perfect fit.

✓ WaterSense Technology

You may have noticed the EPA WaterSense certification on some American Standard toilet models. But what does it mean?

This certification signifies that the Environmental Protection Agency has recognized that particular toilet as a high-efficiency toilet; these toilets tend to use 20% less water, without compromising performance.

Water efficiency can create significant savings on your water bills while making a positive environmental impact. That’s great news, considering that your toilet is responsible for the majority of water use in the home!

✓ ADA Compliance

American Standard has made a concentrated effort to design products that meet or exceed the standards recommended by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This includes Right Height toilets that are more accessible to people in wheelchairs, walk-in bathtubs, and showers with textured bases for better grip. 

Almost every design collection offers ADA-compliant options. These features are not only necessary for people with disabilities or limited mobility, but many also add convenience or comfort to abled people as well. 

Their website also includes a comprehensive article on how to better incorporate ADA-compliant design in your bathroom. 

✓ Eco-friendly & Economical

With the current change in our climate, it is vital to invest in a toilet that is eco-friendly and doesn’t harm the environment. Eco-friendly toilets consume less water while flushing, helping you reduce your water bills and save thousands of gallons of water every year.

Replacing the old flushing toilet in your house with a new-age model can save you as much as 25% of a home’s daily water usage. According to a law passed in 1995, a toilet can’t use more than 1.6 gallons of water per flush. If your toilet requires multiple flushes to wipe out all traces of waste, it’s time to switch to a new one.

✓ Toilet Seat Details

Toilet seats usually don’t come with the toilet, leaving you with the hassle of purchasing one separately. So, before making a purchase, make sure that you read the list of a toilet’s features to determine if it comes with everything you’re looking for, including a seat. Toilet seats come with various features, such as soft-close features, heating features, etc. You can choose the seat that meets your preferences to improve your bathroom experience.

✓ Flush Mechanism

Like most toilets, all American Standard toilets come with a flush valve. Single or dual flush is something to consider. A dual flush toilet lets you choose the water usage: either 1.28 or 1.6 gallons per flush. In both cases, power is the same, and efficiency is maintained. Both are eco-friendly.

✓  Design Style

Designing the inside of your bathroom is something that most homeowners take part in, from customizing the tiles to the paint. But what many forget is the design of the toilet. American Standard toilets come in many different sizes, finishes, and heights, all in different price ranges. They can even come wall- or floor-mounted, whichever you prefer.

✓ Water Consumption

As law mandates, all manufactured toilets in the U.S. cannot use more than 1.6 gallons per flush, which led manufacturers to create new technology in toilets that will maintain the same power while using less water. An EverClean surface will help clean everything that comes it’s way, reducing the number of flushes needed.

✓ Dimensions (Will it Fit?)

They are 27 to 30 inches deep, 21 to 31 inches high, and about 20 inches wide. In most cases, traditional toilet seats are 15 1/2 inches from the ground, which, for decades, had been considered the most comfortable height.

✓ Installation Steps

Compared to traditional units, they offer a much simpler and faster installation. For example, consider the drain assembly and adjustment. Often this is one of the trickiest parts of installing a new toilet. Traditional toilet drains have around 15 parts to assemble, whereas American Standard drains have only 2. As well the seal on their drains are very tight, and the lift rods come pre-adjusted at the correct height.

Our Ending Thoughts

American Standard is a high-quality, efficient brand, based right here in the United States. We love how they manage to combine classic functionality with inventive design and innovation. Everything that American Standard produces, from their most basic toilet model to the most high-tech, is made with beautiful materials and thoughtful craftsmanship.