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Look, it's no secret I'm a huge fan of bidets. I'd go so far to say bidets have changed my life. I was introduced to the bidet life about seven years ago when friends gifted me a cheap, basic bidet (such thoughtful friends). I was skeptical at first. Yet, once I discovered how much easier and less abrasive it is than toilet paper alone, I was a quick convert. Eventually, I became such a fan that I went on to author our guide to the best bidet.
Now, after many years testing 30+ bidets, I must wash with water. Unfortunately, bidets are not common in American public restrooms and hotels. My wife has even had to talk me out of packing and installing a bidet toilet seat when we book an Airbnb. Fortunately, I found the Brondell GoSpa Travel Bidet, which means I can easily bring a bidet with me when I travel.
Brondell GoSpa Travel BidetThe Brondell GoSpa Travel Bidet is so discreet that it looks like an oddly shaped water bottle and is easy to use and effective.
Check price at Amazon Check price at The Home Depot What we like- Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Fits easily in a carry-on bag
- Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Budget-friendly
- Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Easy nozzle position and pressure adjustments
- Check mark icon A check mark. It indicates a confirmation of your intended interaction. Comes with a travel bag
- con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. Less pressure than bidet attachments
- con icon Two crossed lines that form an 'X'. May leak
Setup
The GoSpa is easy to use. It's essentially an ergonomically designed water bottle with a spray nozzle. Anyone who has used a peri bottle (popular for cleaning after giving birth) will recognize the design. To use it, you first fill the 400-milliliter bottle with water from a bathroom faucet. I like it warm, but you can use whatever temperature you prefer.
Once the bottle is full, screw on the nozzle. When you're ready, turn the bidet upside-down, point the nozzle where you want to clean, and squeeze.
Review of Brondell GoSpa Travel Bidet
A bidet must be able to send water right where you want it and have adjustable pressure so you can achieve your ideal comfort level. The Brondell GoSpa Travel Bidet checks both of these boxes. Since you hold the bidet, you can direct the stream. To increase the pressure, you squeeze the bottle harder.
I like how compact the Brondell GoSpa is. It's about 8 inches long and 3 inches in diameter. I store it in my carry-on bag, so I don't forget to pack it.
After each use, I use soap and water to clean the bidet, then I wash my hands. I like that the travel bag is breathable and dries quickly, so it doesn't attract bacteria and odors.
Cons to consider
The GoSpa features a hole in the bottom to help with water flow. However, when the full bottle is nozzle-up, it may leak. I haven't experienced more than a few drops leaking, but you may want to be careful where you set the full bottle. Also, store the bottle empty between uses.
The Brondell GoSpa Travel Bidet is no substitute for a bidet that attaches to your toilet. It lacks the strong pressure of attachments and doesn't have cool features, like seat warming or warm air drying.
My wife loves bidets even more than I do. Yet, she refuses to try the travel bidet. She's concerned about debris splashing back onto the GoSpa. I have not seen this happen in my years of using it, though, and I always clean the bidet with soap and water after each use.
The bottom line
At $10, you don't have much to lose by trying the Brondell GoSpa Travel Bidet. It's a good introduction before moving on to something fancier, like the options in our guide to the best bidet.
If you're an old pro like me, the travel bidet is your chance to enjoy bidet life while on the road.
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James Brains Senior Reporter, Business Insider Reviews James is a Senior Reporter for Business Insider Reviews, specializing in sleep, HVAC, and kitchen appliances. He has tested more than 90 mattresses from startups like Casper and legacy brands like Tempur-Pedic, using his background in experimental psychology to develop objective tests and evaluate comfort, support, motion transfer, and more. He authors our guide to the best mattresses. In addition to being Business Insider Reviews' mattress expert, James has extensively covered air fryers, bidets, air conditioners, air purifiers, and anything you put on your mattress, including weighted blankets and pillows.He's a multifaceted writer who has covered everything from health and fitness to consumer technology. His mission is to help people get the most value for their money by guiding them in making informed buying decisions.James lives in Lansing, Michigan, with his wife, two kids, and a rambunctious rat terrier. When James isn't testing products and writing for Business Insider, he runs a popular local Facebook group, Lansing Foodies; hosts a local news segment called Foodie Friday; and puts on the Olive Burger Festival.See below for some of his work:- The 13 best mattresses of 2024, tested and reviewed
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