The 9 best toilets of 2026, according to Consumer Reports

Most toilets get replaced when they break, not because anyone went looking. A toilet that clogs repeatedly or leaves the bowl dirty after every flush is a daily frustration, and the only way to avoid it is to know which models actually perform before buying one.

Consumer Reports tested more than 50 on flushing strength, bowl cleaning, and noise to find the nine worth buying.

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The Kohler Gleam K-31674 costs $249 and earns excellent scores from Consumer Reports for both solid-waste removal and bowl cleaning, with a very good score for noise. The elongated bowl sits at comfort height, and the slow-close seat, wax ring, and mounting hardware all come in the box. A round-bowl version is available for bathrooms where the layout makes it a better fit.

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Consumer Reports gives the American Standard Champion 747BA107SC.020 a top-notch score for solid-waste removal and excellent marks for bowl cleaning, with minimal noise. At $229, it has a round bowl, a 17-inch ADA-compliant bowl height, and a WaterSense certification. The seat and all installation accessories are included.

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At $154, the Glacier Bay Power Flush N2450E earns top marks from Consumer Reports for solid-waste removal and great scores for bowl cleaning and noise. The two-piece design has a 16.5-inch bowl with an elongated slow-close seat. Wax rings and bolts are included, so no separate trip to the hardware store is needed for installation.

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For $222, the Gerber Viper GWS31502S aces every metric Consumer Reports tests, earning excellent scores for solid-waste removal, bowl cleaning, and noise. The single-flush model has a round bowl and a soft-closing seat. An elongated version is also sold for those who prefer it.

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At $94, the Glacier Bay N2428R-DF is the least expensive toilet on this list. Consumer Reports rates it excellent for solid-waste removal and bowl cleaning, with low noise. It is a dual-flush model, using 1.1 gallons per flush for liquids and 1.6 for solids, and comes with all hardware needed for installation.

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Selling for $184, the American Standard Rumson 719AA101.020 earns a top-notch score from Consumer Reports for solid-waste removal, with very good marks for bowl cleaning and noise. The elongated bowl sits at comfort height, the lid closes softly, and the seat and all installation accessories come in the box.

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At $510, the Toto Eco Max MS854114E#01 earns excellent scores from Consumer Reports for solid-waste removal and bowl cleaning, with acceptable noise levels. The bowl and tank are a single molded unit, which makes cleaning the exterior easier than on a two-piece model. The seat sits lower than comfort height, and a one-year limited warranty is included.

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Selling for $224, the Glacier Bay N2451E earns excellent marks from Consumer Reports for solid-waste removal and scores near the top for bowl cleaning and noise. The single-piece design has no flapper, chains, or levers inside the tank, which reduces the number of parts that can fail or need cleaning. The elongated soft-close seat sits 16.5 inches high.

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Available for $179, the Glacier Bay McClure N2420 earns Consumer Reports' strongest ratings for solid-waste removal and bowl cleaning. It is a dual-flush model, using 1.1 gallons per flush for liquids and 1.6 for solids. CR notes it runs a little louder than most models it recommends, though its compact one-piece design suits smaller bathrooms. A limited lifetime warranty is included.