Kohler PureWash E930 Review
Kohler PureWash E930 Review
You’ve probably heard of Kohler: They’ve been manufacturing toilets, urinals, plumbing products, and other furniture since 1873. The company makes several bidet toilet lids, and the PureWash E930 is the most luxurious—and expensive—of the bunch.
In terms of features, the E930 has nearly everything you could ever want: auto-open/close capability, a deodorizer, LED nightlights, pre-mist, and two user presets (plus standard features like a heated seat and self-cleaning nozzle). If you’d like, you can control the unit on your phone using the Kohler Konnect app. It’s expensive, but you’re paying for an experience that’s essentially fully automated. You’ll also gain access to Kohler’s customer service resources, which include chat, phone, and email support.
The E930’s closest competitor is probably the Toto Washlet S7A, which has most of the same features, albeit a slightly thicker seat and auto-flush compatibility if you have a Toto toilet. The Kohler PureWash E930 does have a better warranty, however: three years versus Toto’s two.
This is an electric bidet seat and requires a nearby grounded outlet to function.
Includes a warm air dryer for a hands-free drying experience after washing.
The lid opens and closes automatically, providing a fully hands-free experience.
Includes a seat sensor that prevents the bidet from activating unless someone is seated.
- Adjustable heated seat
- Adjustable front wash for improved comfort
- Adjustable warm air dryer
- Multiple user presets for personalized settings
- Slim, low-profile design
- Longer-than-average warranty
- Established industry brand with 150+ years in business and a BBB A+ rating
- Multiple color options available
- LED night light for added convenience
- Built-in deodorizer
- Seat sensor to prevent accidental spraying
- UV nozzle sterilization
- Durable stainless steel nozzle
- Bowl pre-mist for improved cleanliness
- Lid opens & closes automatically
- Above typical electric bidet price range
- Only fits elongated style toilets (no round version)
An ultra-luxe electric bidet toilet lid from a classic brand.
Kohler has been manufacturing plumbing fixtures since 1873, and the PureWash E930 is the brand’s most premium bidet seat — a top-tier model designed for buyers who want a near-fully automated bathroom experience from a brand with 150 years of engineering credibility behind it. The E930 sits at the top of Kohler’s bidet lineup and is priced accordingly.
What sets the E930 apart from most bidet seats is the scope of its automation. The lid opens and closes automatically based on proximity — a hands-free feature that feels genuinely luxurious in daily use and is typically reserved for either top-tier products or fully integrated smart toilets. Two user presets allow different household members to store their preferred settings for water temperature, spray pressure, and nozzle position, making shared bathrooms more convenient without any manual readjustment between users. A seat sensor ensures the bidet only activates when someone is seated, adding a layer of safety for households with children.
The E930’s wash performance matches its positioning. A stainless steel nozzle offers durability and hygiene advantages over plastic alternatives, and oscillating and pulsating spray modes, adjustable nozzle positioning, a built-in deodorizer, and a heated seat with multiple temperature settings provide a fully customizable cleansing experience. Tankless water delivery means instant warm water on demand without a storage tank that depletes mid-use. UV nozzle sterilization adds a hygiene layer beyond standard self-cleaning, treating the wand between uses with ultraviolet light. Bowl pre-mist lightly coats the toilet interior before each use, helping prevent waste from sticking and reducing manual cleaning effort.
For buyers interested in smart home integration, the E930 connects to the Kohler Konnect platform, allowing control via smartphone. This is an unusual capability in the bidet category and appeals to users who want fine-grained control and customization from a phone interface. A warm air dryer, LED night light, and wireless remote round out the day-to-day control experience, and the E930 is available in multiple color options — including white and biscuit — for buyers with non-white fixtures.
The main limitation worth noting: the E930 is designed for elongated toilets only.
Kohler backs the E930 with a longer-than-average warranty and customer support across phone, chat, and email — a reassuring resource structure for a high-end fixture where any issues warrant prompt attention. The brand’s A+ BBB rating and its century-plus reputation add further confidence to a purchase at this level.
For buyers who want Kohler’s engineering heritage, app connectivity, UV sterilization, and an automated lid experience, the E930 is the brand’s definitive statement in the bidet category. It’s a serious investment, but it delivers a serious product from a brand that has earned its credibility over generations.