Let me start by saying this automatic soap dispenser has completely transformed handwashing in our household. As a parent of two toddlers, anything that encourages independence while keeping things hygienic is a win.
The touchless operation is brilliant - no more sticky soap pumps or cross-contamination worries. I love how quickly it responds (seriously, 0.25 seconds is no joke) and the adjustable foam levels are perfect for little hands. We keep ours on the lowest setting for the kids, and I just wave twice under it for my adult-sized hands.
Installation was a breeze - we went with the wall mount option near the kids' step stool. The USB charging is super convenient compared to battery-operated models we've tried before. After three months of daily use (and let me tell you, toddlers wash their hands A LOT), we're still on the first charge.
The real magic? My kids actually fight over who gets to wash hands first now. There's something about that 'magic' foam appearing that makes hygiene fun. We've even started using it as part of our potty training rewards system.
For refills, we've had great results with foaming soap diluted about 1:4 with water. The large reservoir means we only refill every couple weeks despite heavy use.
My only minor gripe would be that the sensor can be too sensitive sometimes if placed near a high-traffic area - we occasionally get accidental activations when someone walks by quickly.
After trying several similar products that failed within months, this one's build quality feels noticeably better. Nine months in and it's still going strong with daily use from our entire family.