SoftPro (QWT)
SoftPro Smart Home+ Softener Review (2026)
Smart-softener alternative
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Type
Salt-based softener (smart)
Flow rate
n/a
Warranty
Verify
Maintenance
Salt refills
Price tier
$$ (mid)
Best for
Smart-softener alternative
Key specifications
App-connected metered softener (verify specs on brand page).
Our take
The SoftPro Smart Home+ Softener is a strong fit for smart-softener alternative. As with any whole-house treatment decision, the right choice depends on your incoming water (hardness, chlorine vs. chloramine, any flagged contaminants) and the size of your home. If you haven't already, check your local water-quality data before committing.
What problem does it solve?
WiFi-enabled salt-based softener with a phone app that reports salt level, water usage and regeneration history. Same upflow efficiency design as the Elite, with a smarter head for households that prefer to monitor remotely.
Who is this for?
Tech-forward homeowners and second-home owners who want a real notification when the brine tank is low, instead of opening the lid to check.
Pros
- Wi-Fi monitoring and salt-level alerts
- Same upflow efficiency as Elite
- Lifetime warranty
- True softening for hard water
- Catch leaks and unusual usage early via app
Cons
- Higher upfront cost than non-smart Elite
- Still needs drain, outlet, brine tank
- Adds sodium to drinking water
- Not allowed in salt-discharge ban areas
Can I install this myself?
Moderate DIY (3-5 hours)
Standard salt-based softener install with the addition of a Wi-Fi-enabled control head you can monitor and adjust from a phone app. You still need a drain, an outlet, and space for the brine tank. Plan 3 to 5 hours.
What are the running costs I should foresee?
Same as the SoftPro Elite: ~$25 to $50 per year in salt, a few dollars electricity. The smart head adds remote monitoring and salt-level alerts at no ongoing cost.
Frequently asked questions
+Who is the Smart Home+ for?
Hard-water households that want true softening with remote monitoring. Useful for second homes, rentals, or anyone who travels and wants alerts if water usage spikes or salt runs low.
+What can the app actually do?
Track water usage in real time, get low-salt alerts, see regen cycles, and adjust hardness settings remotely. It will also flag unusual usage that often indicates a leak.
+Can I install this myself?
Yes; same install as any salt-based softener, plus joining the unit to your Wi-Fi during initial setup. Plan 3 to 5 hours.
+What are the running costs?
About $25 to $50 per year in salt and a few dollars of electricity. The app and monitoring features have no subscription fee.
+Is it worth the upgrade over the Elite?
Worth it for second homes, vacation properties, or any owner who wants leak alerts and remote salt monitoring. For a primary residence where you will see the brine tank weekly, the standard Elite is fine.
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We don't display prices on this site because the manufacturer changes them frequently.