Choosing a water softener isn't about the most expensive brand — it's about matching capacity and valve type to your water hardness and usage.
Step 1: Test your hardness
Hardness above 200 mg/L (as CaCO₃) causes visible scaling; many Bangalore borewells test at 300–800 mg/L. We offer free hardness tests.
Step 2: Choose capacity
| Home | Typical capacity | Indicative price |
|---|---|---|
| Single bathroom | Point-of-use | ₹8,000 – ₹15,000 |
| 2–3 BHK flat | 500 – 1000 LPH | ₹35,000 – ₹60,000 |
| Villa / independent house | 1000 – 2000 LPH | ₹55,000 – ₹1.2 lakh |
Step 3: Automatic or manual?
Automatic (timer or volume-based) valves regenerate on their own — ideal for busy families. Volume-based valves save salt by regenerating only after a set amount of water. Manual softeners are cheaper but need you to remember regeneration.
Get a free hardness test and the right softener for your home.
Get Free QuoteStep 4: Check build quality
- FRP vessel and quality cation resin
- Reliable control valve (e.g. Pentair)
- Bypass valve for maintenance
- Local service and salt refill support
Mistakes to avoid
- Buying an undersized softener — it regenerates too often and runs out.
- Expecting a softener to reduce TDS or iron — it doesn't.
- Skipping annual service.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much salt does a softener use?
Typically a bag every 2–3 months for an average home, depending on hardness and usage.
Can I drink softened water?
Use RO for drinking; softened water is best for bathing and appliances.
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Get Free QuoteDisclaimer: prices, tariffs and subsidy figures are indicative and based on publicly available information at the time of writing; they can change. Contact us for current, site-specific figures.
