Saving water in the shower actually worked for me

- Totally agree on the adjustable spray patterns - makes a world of difference.
- I’ve tried a few “ultra-low flow” heads and yeah, some just dribble. Ended up swapping one out after a week because it took forever to rinse shampoo.
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“not all pipes are created equal.”

Aerated shower heads are a bit of a mixed bag in my experience. They can make it feel like there’s more pressure, but sometimes it’s just a lot of air and not much water - kind of like getting misted at the produce section. I’ve seen folks swear by them, but if your pipes are already narrow, you might just end up with a fancy breeze instead of a proper rinse. Personally, I’d rather have a solid spray than play roulette with “air power.”

I get what you mean about the “produce section mist” - that’s a pretty accurate description. I tried an aerated head when I moved in, hoping to save water, but honestly, it felt like I was just standing in a draft. Ended up switching back to a regular low-flow model. Still, it’s cool that these work for some people. Guess it really depends on your plumbing and what you’re used to.

Yeah, I get that “produce mist” vibe too - those ultra-aerated heads just never did it for me. Tried one a while back and honestly, I felt like I was chasing the water around the tub just to rinse off. Maybe it’s my old pipes or maybe I’m just picky, but I went back to a basic WaterSense model. It’s not fancy, but at least I don’t freeze mid-shower. Some folks swear by those misters though... guess it really is all about what you’re used to.

I hear you on the misty shower heads. Tried one of those “rain” styles once and it just felt like standing in a cold fog. The WaterSense models are a good compromise - still save water, but you don’t have to spend forever rinsing out shampoo. Sometimes simple just works better.