Discount Water Softeners Fleck 5600SXT
Score: 88/100
SoftPro Elite HE
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Fleck 5600sxt by Discount Water Softeners is a highly efficient, digital metered water softener that saves up to 40% on salt and water usage. It features a compact design with a 40,000-grain capacity and a 12 GPM flow rate, making it ideal for moderate to hard water conditions. It is best suited for environmentally conscious homeowners seeking low maintenance and long-term value.
The SoftPro Elite HE is a high-efficiency whole-house water softener engineered specifically for private well water applications, featuring a 64,000 grain capacity and on-demand regeneration technology. It utilizes ion exchange to remove hardness minerals while maintaining full water pressure through large 1-inch internal plumbing and a high-efficiency upflow design. Best suited for larger households with well water dealing with extreme hardness levels.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
40,000 grains | 64,000 grainsbest | |
12 GPM | 15 GPMbest | |
1 gallonsbest | — | |
4 persons | 5 personsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 44 inchesbest | 62 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 10 inchesbest | 15 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 10 inchesbest | 27 inches |
10 yearsbest | 10 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Durability(1) | ||
Tank Material | Standard | N/A |
Power & Compliance(1) | ||
Power Source | AC (120V) | Electricity |
Performance & Capacity(4) | ||
Grain Capacity (grains) | 40000 grains | 64000 grains |
Service Flow Rate (GPM) | 12 GPM | 15 GPM |
Resin Volume (gallons) | 1.0 gallons | N/A gallons |
Recommended Household Size (persons) | 4 persons | 5 persons |
System & Control(4) | ||
Regeneration Control Type | Meter Demand | On-Demand |
System Type | Whole-house | Ion Exchange |
Salt Requirement | 250 lbs | Salt Required |
Display Type | LCD | Digital |
Physical & Installation(5) | ||
Height (inches) | 44 inches | 62.0 inches |
Width (inches) | 10 inches | 15.0 inches |
Depth (inches) | 10 inches | 27.0 inches |
Installation Type | DIY | Whole House |
Weight (lbs) | lbs | N/A lbs |
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The Fleck 5600 SXT is described as Fleck's most popular controller and one of the best whole house water softeners, praised for its advanced features combined with a simple design.
Customers appreciate the automatic metering system that adjusts regeneration frequency based on actual water usage patterns, noting scale reduction and extended appliance lifespan.
Professional reviewers and editors describe the SoftPro Elite as an industry top-of-the-line product with unprecedented high-efficiency performance. Lab testing on well water sources demonstrated exceptional calcium and magnesium removal without any noticeable decrease in water pressure or flow rate. Reviewers highlighted the demand-initiated regeneration as the most efficient process, noting it regenerates based on actual water hardness and usage rather than a timer. The system is assessed as providing good value for money and is noted for being easy to install with official performance certifications.
Everyday users consistently praise the system for maintaining full water pressure, a significant advantage over traditional softeners. There is strong appreciation for the salt efficiency, with users noting up to 30% savings through on-demand regeneration. Users also value the reduced maintenance requirements due to automatic refresh cycles and smart technology. The system is highly regarded for its ability to handle difficult well water conditions, including extreme hardness and iron content, when paired with appropriate filtration.
