Fleck 5600 Econominder Mechanically Metered Water Softeners
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Also, check out the popular Fleck 5600 SXT water softener.
Eliminate the difficult water that causes scale buildup and decreased soap efficiency with our complete whole house water softening system with higher efficiency Fleck 5600 Mechanical Metered control valve. By eliminating hard water, you extend the life of one's plumbing and appliances!
This unit incorporates a mechanical water metering system that even works within the event of a power failure! The metered system gives you a high-efficiency regeneration to reduce salt consumption. The standard softener is a "two tank" configuration having a separate poly brine tank.
Features:
- Removes Difficult Water - Utilizing the ion exchange process this system removes the calcium and magnesium that cause difficult water.
- Extends plumbing lifespan, appliances, etc.
- Meter-based Regeneration - Measures the water you use to figure out regeneration cycles. If water requirements increase the system regenerates more frequently to help keep up.
- Easy-to-use Easy mechanical design
- Controls are user-friendly and effortlessly programmable
- Economical - little annual power consumption
- Can handle flow prices as much as 20 gallons/minute
- Backwash rate of 7 GPM
- Durable Non-corrosive, UV-resistant Fiber-enforced poly valve body
- Designed with double backwash
- saves up to 50% in salt
- Uses much less water
- saves cost in maintenance compared to electronic controls
- 5-year valve warranty
Unit includes:
- Fleck 5600 Econominder mechanical metered valve
- Mineral tank (10-year warranty)
- Poly brine tank
- 3/4" or 1" Bypass valve
- 8% high capacity resin
- Media funnel (for 64,000 grains ONLY)
- Free lifetime technical support!
Size your Water Softener
Options:
Options:
- 24,000 grains
- 32,000 grains
- 40,000 grains
- 48,000 grains
- 64,000 grains
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This fleck water softener uses a 5600 Econominder water softener control and valve (3/4" connections standard) with an integral mechanical metered control. This model incorporates a mechanical water metering system that even works in the event of a power failure! The metered system gives you a high-efficiency regeneration to minimize salt consumption. The standard softener is a "two tank" configuration with a separate poly brine tank. A system by-pass valve is included along with the purchase of any unit. "Use sizing chart on this page to size your water softener "
Fleck 5600 Econdominder Water Softener Specifications By Size. Fleck water softener systems carry a manufacture 5-year valve warranty and 10 years tank warranty. Bonus: Added free lifetime technical support!Specs: Capacity: 24,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 32,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 40,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 48,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 64,000 grains
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Approvals
- WQA Gold Seal systems
- NSF Standard 44 Certified
- UL registered component
Fleck 5600 Econominder Mechanically Metered Water Softeners
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Mary B.
Easiest purchase we've made and we made a lot since the pandemic online. One minor modification and we were done! Water conditioner is working great but we do need some advice about settings as our ph is off slightly. We will call you in the near future for guidance.
Jose R.
Very happy with the purchase that I made,everything arrived in good condition and works very well.Thank you.
Tim H.
Works great, no problems at all.
Cristal F
The softner arrived on time and was easy to install, less than one hour. This softner replaced a 20 year old Culligan. For the price difference on a new Culligan it was an easy choice. We have a well with some iron I recommend to set it up to regen in 7 days. Have had it one week and it just regen at 2:00 this morning and every thing working as it was supposed to.
Jules M
The tank and salt container look great in all black, and the water purity test performed by the plumber shows a huge improvement. On the first day we saw all the white mineral deposits disappear from our dishes and shower glass. I would definately buy this again and I would make sure to buy it from AmericanWaterSolutions, because on the rare chance that there are issues with the product I know that the larger expense of the plumbers service to install would be covered. Great item and great seller of the item.
Angeline G
Great unit. complicated to install & setup.
Mason R
The best water softener!
Caroline Y
i am happy with the product over all.
Naima S
My previous softener was 20 years old and served us well, it was a Fleck.
I decided to stay with a Fleck for the replacement.
Well made. Tried and proven brand.
Billy J
Did a LOT of research for a replacement for our old series softener and selected the often raved about Fleck softener. Next decision was from whom to purchase it and I am glad I got this one.... Best price going, arrived ahead of schedule (undamaged) and they immediately replied, to both phone and email, to a question I had before installing the system. New system has been in operation for only a day now so time will tell as far as performance goes.
Rodrigo T
The actual instal was easy. I had to do a great deal of soldering and adding pipes but if I had a pre plumbed setup like most people have it would literally only have taken less than an hour to install. It does it's job fine but I hate the taste and feel of softened water so the flavor rating is only because it tastes as it's supposed to. This was a huge savings over getting a local business to install their equipment. Great deal if you have skills.
Mayra A
Works great. Easy to install!
Aldo S
We had our previous water softener for quite a few years. This new one is by the same company, Fleck, and so far it's far superior to the old model. It's quieter during the regeneration period and quicker regenerating. Plus, it's digital readout is easy to see and understand. Couldn't be happier.
Cyrus Z
We are very happy with our water softener . My husband installed it and it works exactly how it’s advertised . Highly recommend .
Tristen H
Softener itself is great. Easy to install and performing as expected.
Noah O
Works great, should have purchased the digital control panel, making adjustments with the dial control can be a bit of a challenge
Abigail T
Very good product. Easy to install
Felicia J
Well worth it ! Pay attention to all instructions. This unit was easy to install. Took me about 2 hrs.
Austin M
Purchased and installed for 6 months now. Plumber recommended purchasing a new water softener online to save money. Definitely better price than even he could do. Plumber installed so can’t speak to that except he had no installation or set up issues. Easy to maintain.
Aaliyah V
The softener is great. The only issue was the instructions were not correct for the unit purchased. I found the information on the internet but this should not be required.
Dominic I
Hands down the best water softener.
Donte H
High quality Works perfectly and it well made
Ishaan Y
Easy to install to replace old softener and excellent price.
Jayvion P
I am very happy with softener and highly recommend this produce.
Tony B
Good quality Fleck Valve
Jazlyn G
The unit was easy to put together... I replaced a Culligan Mark 100, and saved a lot of money with the 5600 Econominder. I had to have a plumber reorient my pipes. Old setup did not have enough room on copper pipe to use Sharkbites. I had a question on install and setting the meter. CS got back to me quickly and I completed setup of unit. Would have given 5 stars if setting the meter had been easier. But overall very satisfied with this softener. I have soft water again!
Israel V
Happy with the difference in the water quality. Using potassium chloride, much pricer but better for my health.
Casey H
Excellent performance. At first there were two weeks that my water didn’t get soft. I thought it was something bad with the softener. The problem was the valves come set to bypass the softener. So after I fixed that, I was able to get great soft water for about a month (this is a house we hadn't lived in full-time so the settings were different). After moving in full-time, I did not change the settings but the water got hard again. I contacted the seller and he called me and walked me through the steps to get it right. As it turned out, I simply forgot to adjust settings after moving into the house full-time.
Not only would I recommend this seller and product, but I am recommending this softener (and seller) to my parents. I'm very pleased.
Nia M
Soft Water. Works Great
Todd D.
Programming is a bit tough, so do your research, and there�s a lot of varying information from different people/companies about this unit. So you need to do your homework and research the process involved with this unit and what the best practices are with this type of unit. Not for the faint of heart, may need to hire professional.
Briley I
Amazing!
Mariah J
Took me about 2 hours to install, but I made up the drain parts ahead of time. Bought the US Water connection kit with 1� sharkbite water lines, which made it really easy.
Chaya U
resale & install for customer. good price. complete package.delivered correctly
Preston K
Was relieved when I realized how simple this install would be. In the confirmation email you get a link to a great install video that gives you literal step-by-step instructions. With basic supplies from the hardware store almost anyone can make this install.
Alyssa H
Very happy. Great price on good equipment.
Brandon C
They ship it with the rosin inside the the rosin fiberglass tank.
Camden A
So far it�s doing a tremendous job on my problem water but it�s hard to tell when you�re fully rinsed in the shower. I combined this with the Home Master triple filter for well water and my water is extremely soft and clean now. After years of the big name brand equipment doing a mediocre job at best and needing constant repair it finally wouldn�t work for more than a week at a time. So I did my research and can say that this system is far and away better.
Cameron V
Very easy to install and operate. Works great and saved a lot of $$ by buying and installing myself.
Morgan F
Has now been installed for a month~working perfectly~we were so happy to find this particular brand of water softener that was highly recommended by neighbors. Separate salt tank along with plus of having a metered head verse digital, will hopefully do us better than our last one bought at box store (which broke Broke 3 yrs after use)
Karli Z
My elderly father wanted to replace his water softener which had just hit 20 years. I recommended a Fleck 5600 since I have one in my home. After shopping around, I located a Fleck system for a very reasonable price. Read a few reviews for the company and ordered the system for my dad. This was the first time my dad and I ever installed a water softener, but it worked out very well. Fairly easy install, good equipment, and all the necessary directions. The system was exactly as described and arrived on time. Thank you
Allyson J
It was not hard to install. But instructions on how to set up the system was not available
Santino E
My pre-install water hardness went from 20+ to 0 after install. We live in Nebraska, for reference sake, I guess? It went super smooth and I'm not a plumber. Watch videos on YouTube, plan it out and you'll be just fine. *This review is coming from a scatterbrain who over-researches(if that's a thing) and still will make 13 trips to home depot anyway. To be fair, I was running new water lines throughput the 100 year old house at the same time. If you're looking at this softener, BUY IT! :)
I'm very happy with this water softener
Ralph W.
The last house we lived in we bought the �best of the best� to the tune of $5,000. This water softener is way better!!!!! It doesn�t use much salt, easy to install and is super quite. We have hard hard water and you can NOT tell it with this softener! Buy it! Don�t hesitate!!!
Kendall B
Easy install and does the job without overcomplicating things. sometimes simplicity is best
Hugo S
We have eight people in the family so we up-sized to the 64,000 grain unit, which arrived on time, was relatively easy to install, and we now have beautiful SOFT water. Having previously been a certified water treatment specialist I am very familiar with Fleck Valves, one of the very best in the business. You won't be disappointed.
Zane K
So far so good. Was pretty easy for my husband to put in, and really noticed a difference in the first couple of days
Hadassah A
Great product. Very happy so far (6 months) It does require a plumber to install it, in spite of the advertising (unless you're replacing an already installed one). The pipes have to be plumbed out (NB) so if it's not already done, you probably can't do this yourself, unless you're willing and able to sweat copper. True, the actual connection to said pipes is simple.
Finley H
Perfect
Raphael Z
This unit replaced our stupidly expensive $2000 Culligan.
It works MUCH BETTER. On top of that, we save 75 gallons a night in water .
Culligan regenerates every 2 AM.
This unit only regenerates every 2100 gallons.
Setting the meter is not totally easy. So call tech support if needed.
Save yourself thousands of dollars .
The maintenance kit is also a lot cheaper than other units.
And best thing is, you can do it yourself .
The Culligan we had freaking cost $300 per visit by them.
Leonidas S
Side note I am NOT a plumber and have never worked with PEX before, but it's just that easy!!
Hudson C
Product was great.. arrived in good shape.
Larissa D
Plumbing installation was easy.
Lorena A
We have a 3 bath house with 3 daughters, so we go through a lot of water. Our previous system was a Whirlpool All-In-One (about $350 at Lowes), which worked fine, but used about 120lbs of salt per month. It was still worth it just to not have to deal with the hard water spots and buildup on everything. This system has been on the same 80lbs of salt for 2 months. Very nice change. This system will pay for itself in Salt.
Neil V
Great product
Mariah J
Fast shipment. Easy install. Seams to sweat more than previous water softner
Andreas D
Great service and very knowledgeable staff
Amy G
Product came in 2 separate deliveries while tracking information shows product will be coming as one package. Plan your installation accordingly.Everything installed as it was suppose to. I hope softening my water will be as good.
Roman F
Installed and have been using this water softener for the past 4 months. The water was great and felt fresh during bathing as compared to before. Installation seems to be pretty straightforward, but I have my builder made a connection ready for water softener installation. That helps a lot
Ruben E
This is a great value in water softeners. The 5600 eco has been a work horse for several decades. It is reliable and dependable. This was a replacement for an autotrol electronic valve that always went crazy every time the power went out. Previously I have 20 years in the water industry and my opinion this unit is the most reliable still. The pricing is not much over dealer cost and I would not hesitate to purchase this unit again. The only down side is the 110v. 24v is much easier for a homeowner to work with unless you currently have an outlet right next to your installation site. I ordered the 24v timer motor and 24 volt ac/dc converter for around 35.00$ and eliminated the need for and electrician to run a 110v outlet. The unit has 1inch mpt on the bypass. The installation was very easy, but I have installed hundreds of them. The dealer video is very well done. The resin must be rinsed after installation account there will be dark water coming into your house. The install video suggests to let the unit go through a regen cycle after install. I flushed the unit by opening the mop sink cold water till the water ran clear, then set the unit to regen that night by advancing the meter wheel counter clockwise till it stopped. Hope this helps in your decision.
Avery M
Works awesome after its set up properly
Kendra W
Arrived in new condition and as expected. had plumber install it and am very happy with it. works as expected. I do seem to be going through allot of salt though and am not sure my settings are correct as i had to look them up on you-tube.
Leonard R
Excellent unit and amazing customer support
Isaac H
We had a plumber come in and install our water softener. The only complaint is that we lost power one night and it continued to purge water for hours until we woke up and realized it.
Eldridge D
Installation is super easy IF you already have a water softner or you have your main water plumbed like I do.
Rashad M
Great soft water
Yurem J
We had very hard water with a lot of lime that was clogging our fixtures, making bathrooms difficult to get rid of lime rings, and this took care of it nearly immediately. Husband had it installed within a couple of hours. Definitely recommend.
Regina P
Water softener arrived very quickly. Upon unpacking, I found that the bottom on the resin tank was a little crooked so the tank leaned a little. Put some shims under one side to straighten it up. The holes in the brine tank didn�t line up with the holes in the sleeve for the brine tank valve. I had to cut the holes out so the brine line and overflow fitting would fit. The manuals are very sparse. I had to go online to learn how to program the valve for hardness and other settings.
Yuliana H
These are the best softeners in the market. I have been a plumber for 21 years, so take my word for it. These units don't operate like traditional softeners. It looks similar, but does not require lots of water to sit in the brine tank with the salt (which causes bridging of the salt). I removed many other brands and replaced it with this one. It makes a huge difference with calcium build up.. especially with our hard water
Samuel O.
These are very good quality softeners. Ships quickly
Camron L
So far, so good
Amiah I
It arrived at my home (free delivery) and all I had to do was buy the flex lines. Our garage already had a loop installed so once I had the unit assembled (also easy - just watch the video on YouTube) it took about 20 minutes to hook it into the house. Started seeing results almost immediately - especially on the glass shower doors. There's no need to pay thousands for a softener in my opinion. I'm very happy with this purchase.
Natali F
So far the system is excellent and I�ve got my fingers crossed that it remains so.
Zoie H
Everything I wanted in a water softener.
Meredith A
works as expected
Dixie V
Easy DIY Setup
Jimmy A.
It works, It's efficient, it's affordable, It's easy to install
Clinton P
User installed and working perfectly!!!
Martin O.
I don�t normally leave reviews but this product is every bit of 5 stars. It has twice the capacity of my old softener, it was relatively inexpensive, and it was brain dead easy to hook up. I�ve had this for about 5 months now and it�s been flawless.
Damian P
My boyfriend and I installed both. Easy.
Daniella A
No more hard water
Kade G
Worth the investment
Jazmyn W
The installation was not very difficult. They provided a USB drive with an installation video and unit specs. I called for tech support two times. The first was an installation question and the second was for a programming issue. They were able to resolved both of my problems in a matter of minutes .
Kyleigh N
With proper settings & install, has brought my water hardness down to virtually zero.
Reyes M
We live in central Florida and had very hard water. Moreover, we have well water with everything installed above ground. This required the softener to be installed outside.
Damari S
Easy install and so far so good. Water is noticeably softer and I will be running water testing to see the exact change soon.
Will update this review with the results soon!
Dewayne W
Very nice product….Works like it:s should
Cassandra G
This system works great and I immediately noticed the difference. My skin is much less dryer and my hair is a lot softer from showering, and no more scale and white powder build up around the sinks and dishes. I also added an iSpring 2-stage filter to filter the water before the softener. I drink from any faucet in the house and the water tastes totally fine. If you have hard water I highly recommend this system. We're a family of 6 with all 4 kids 7 years old and under. Our daily water usage is about 100-120 gallons. I expect this to go up as our kids get older
Jeremy V.
Simple installation
Meghan S
Highly recommended and value for money as compared to the more expensive ones in the market.
Adriel B
KISS: Keep it simple sister.
As digital units are modern age they are clearly promblematic in outside elements. This model head controller has been around a long time and tested. With a little more time using your noodle to calculate water hardness, number of people and simple calculations water and salt savings and a set and forget with an accasional followup will be best. No doubt hundreds of over complicated controllers, fancy stainless tanks and gimmicks on the market so beware...
Brandon S
I live in an area that has extremely hard water with 21 gpg. I bought this system based on a plumber and a friend's recommendation. The item is shipped in two separate packages which came two days quicker than expected. Keep in mind the tank has the media grains pre-filled, so it's very heavy. I had a local plumber install this system and it took him about 2 and a half hours as my house had a "loop". I guess the previous home owner must have had a softener system in the past.
Jakobe S
The water softener works just as a water softener should. Our decision to choose Fleck was based on top ten ranking and price.
Walker A.
Seriously soft water
Isabelle B
it seems of good quality and so far the soft water is great. Wish it had a low salt reminder like my old softner.
Ralph O.
Easy to install, just refer to Youtube videos. Easy to program. You'll need some knowledge of plumbing hookups - pex is quite easy. There is no information on how much water to put in the brine container and you'll have to buy a hose for the discharge. I bought a 1/2" clear with a hose clamp.
Mya L
Easy to install, saved me a ton of money from paying someone else to do it... they would have charged a lot more for the unit plus their time to install it. This is way too easy to pay someone else to do it for you.
Mike T
This replaced part of a 20 year old rainsoft system. You will need some experience with plumbing to do this yourself. Comes with almost everything you need. You will need a drain tube which is mentioned in the directions. Also need to know your water hardness to set the dial on the fleck meter. I like the simplicity of the mechanical meter better than the digital ones.
Bridget Z
A most valued purchase!
Jamie H
Great value! Easy to DIY. Great product.
Anderson B
Good softener
Also, check out the popular Fleck 5600 SXT water softener.
Eliminate the difficult water that causes scale buildup and decreased soap efficiency with our complete whole house water softening system with higher efficiency Fleck 5600 Mechanical Metered control valve. By eliminating hard water, you extend the life of one's plumbing and appliances!
This unit incorporates a mechanical water metering system that even works within the event of a power failure! The metered system gives you a high-efficiency regeneration to reduce salt consumption. The standard softener is a "two tank" configuration having a separate poly brine tank.
Features:
- Removes Difficult Water - Utilizing the ion exchange process this system removes the calcium and magnesium that cause difficult water.
- Extends plumbing lifespan, appliances, etc.
- Meter-based Regeneration - Measures the water you use to figure out regeneration cycles. If water requirements increase the system regenerates more frequently to help keep up.
- Easy-to-use Easy mechanical design
- Controls are user-friendly and effortlessly programmable
- Economical - little annual power consumption
- Can handle flow prices as much as 20 gallons/minute
- Backwash rate of 7 GPM
- Durable Non-corrosive, UV-resistant Fiber-enforced poly valve body
- Designed with double backwash
- saves up to 50% in salt
- Uses much less water
- saves cost in maintenance compared to electronic controls
- 5-year valve warranty
Unit includes:
- Fleck 5600 Econominder mechanical metered valve
- Mineral tank (10-year warranty)
- Poly brine tank
- 3/4" or 1" Bypass valve
- 8% high capacity resin
- Media funnel (for 64,000 grains ONLY)
- Free lifetime technical support!
Size your Water Softener
Options:
Options:
- 24,000 grains
- 32,000 grains
- 40,000 grains
- 48,000 grains
- 64,000 grains
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This fleck water softener uses a 5600 Econominder water softener control and valve (3/4" connections standard) with an integral mechanical metered control. This model incorporates a mechanical water metering system that even works in the event of a power failure! The metered system gives you a high-efficiency regeneration to minimize salt consumption. The standard softener is a "two tank" configuration with a separate poly brine tank. A system by-pass valve is included along with the purchase of any unit. "Use sizing chart on this page to size your water softener "
Fleck 5600 Econdominder Water Softener Specifications By Size. Fleck water softener systems carry a manufacture 5-year valve warranty and 10 years tank warranty. Bonus: Added free lifetime technical support!Specs: Capacity: 24,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 32,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 40,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 48,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 64,000 grains
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Approvals
- WQA Gold Seal systems
- NSF Standard 44 Certified
- UL registered component
Fleck 5600 Econominder Mechanically Metered Water Softeners
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Mary B.
Easiest purchase we've made and we made a lot since the pandemic online. One minor modification and we were done! Water conditioner is working great but we do need some advice about settings as our ph is off slightly. We will call you in the near future for guidance.
Jose R.
Very happy with the purchase that I made,everything arrived in good condition and works very well.Thank you.
Tim H.
Works great, no problems at all.
Cristal F
The softner arrived on time and was easy to install, less than one hour. This softner replaced a 20 year old Culligan. For the price difference on a new Culligan it was an easy choice. We have a well with some iron I recommend to set it up to regen in 7 days. Have had it one week and it just regen at 2:00 this morning and every thing working as it was supposed to.
Jules M
The tank and salt container look great in all black, and the water purity test performed by the plumber shows a huge improvement. On the first day we saw all the white mineral deposits disappear from our dishes and shower glass. I would definately buy this again and I would make sure to buy it from AmericanWaterSolutions, because on the rare chance that there are issues with the product I know that the larger expense of the plumbers service to install would be covered. Great item and great seller of the item.
Angeline G
Great unit. complicated to install & setup.
Mason R
The best water softener!
Caroline Y
i am happy with the product over all.
Naima S
My previous softener was 20 years old and served us well, it was a Fleck.
I decided to stay with a Fleck for the replacement.
Well made. Tried and proven brand.
Billy J
Did a LOT of research for a replacement for our old series softener and selected the often raved about Fleck softener. Next decision was from whom to purchase it and I am glad I got this one.... Best price going, arrived ahead of schedule (undamaged) and they immediately replied, to both phone and email, to a question I had before installing the system. New system has been in operation for only a day now so time will tell as far as performance goes.
Rodrigo T
The actual instal was easy. I had to do a great deal of soldering and adding pipes but if I had a pre plumbed setup like most people have it would literally only have taken less than an hour to install. It does it's job fine but I hate the taste and feel of softened water so the flavor rating is only because it tastes as it's supposed to. This was a huge savings over getting a local business to install their equipment. Great deal if you have skills.
Mayra A
Works great. Easy to install!
Aldo S
We had our previous water softener for quite a few years. This new one is by the same company, Fleck, and so far it's far superior to the old model. It's quieter during the regeneration period and quicker regenerating. Plus, it's digital readout is easy to see and understand. Couldn't be happier.
Cyrus Z
We are very happy with our water softener . My husband installed it and it works exactly how it’s advertised . Highly recommend .
Tristen H
Softener itself is great. Easy to install and performing as expected.
Noah O
Works great, should have purchased the digital control panel, making adjustments with the dial control can be a bit of a challenge
Abigail T
Very good product. Easy to install
Felicia J
Well worth it ! Pay attention to all instructions. This unit was easy to install. Took me about 2 hrs.
Austin M
Purchased and installed for 6 months now. Plumber recommended purchasing a new water softener online to save money. Definitely better price than even he could do. Plumber installed so can’t speak to that except he had no installation or set up issues. Easy to maintain.
Aaliyah V
The softener is great. The only issue was the instructions were not correct for the unit purchased. I found the information on the internet but this should not be required.
Dominic I
Hands down the best water softener.
Donte H
High quality Works perfectly and it well made
Ishaan Y
Easy to install to replace old softener and excellent price.
Jayvion P
I am very happy with softener and highly recommend this produce.
Tony B
Good quality Fleck Valve
Jazlyn G
The unit was easy to put together... I replaced a Culligan Mark 100, and saved a lot of money with the 5600 Econominder. I had to have a plumber reorient my pipes. Old setup did not have enough room on copper pipe to use Sharkbites. I had a question on install and setting the meter. CS got back to me quickly and I completed setup of unit. Would have given 5 stars if setting the meter had been easier. But overall very satisfied with this softener. I have soft water again!
Israel V
Happy with the difference in the water quality. Using potassium chloride, much pricer but better for my health.
Casey H
Excellent performance. At first there were two weeks that my water didn’t get soft. I thought it was something bad with the softener. The problem was the valves come set to bypass the softener. So after I fixed that, I was able to get great soft water for about a month (this is a house we hadn't lived in full-time so the settings were different). After moving in full-time, I did not change the settings but the water got hard again. I contacted the seller and he called me and walked me through the steps to get it right. As it turned out, I simply forgot to adjust settings after moving into the house full-time.
Not only would I recommend this seller and product, but I am recommending this softener (and seller) to my parents. I'm very pleased.
Nia M
Soft Water. Works Great
Todd D.
Programming is a bit tough, so do your research, and there�s a lot of varying information from different people/companies about this unit. So you need to do your homework and research the process involved with this unit and what the best practices are with this type of unit. Not for the faint of heart, may need to hire professional.
Briley I
Amazing!
Mariah J
Took me about 2 hours to install, but I made up the drain parts ahead of time. Bought the US Water connection kit with 1� sharkbite water lines, which made it really easy.
Chaya U
resale & install for customer. good price. complete package.delivered correctly
Preston K
Was relieved when I realized how simple this install would be. In the confirmation email you get a link to a great install video that gives you literal step-by-step instructions. With basic supplies from the hardware store almost anyone can make this install.
Alyssa H
Very happy. Great price on good equipment.
Brandon C
They ship it with the rosin inside the the rosin fiberglass tank.
Camden A
So far it�s doing a tremendous job on my problem water but it�s hard to tell when you�re fully rinsed in the shower. I combined this with the Home Master triple filter for well water and my water is extremely soft and clean now. After years of the big name brand equipment doing a mediocre job at best and needing constant repair it finally wouldn�t work for more than a week at a time. So I did my research and can say that this system is far and away better.
Cameron V
Very easy to install and operate. Works great and saved a lot of $$ by buying and installing myself.
Morgan F
Has now been installed for a month~working perfectly~we were so happy to find this particular brand of water softener that was highly recommended by neighbors. Separate salt tank along with plus of having a metered head verse digital, will hopefully do us better than our last one bought at box store (which broke Broke 3 yrs after use)
Karli Z
My elderly father wanted to replace his water softener which had just hit 20 years. I recommended a Fleck 5600 since I have one in my home. After shopping around, I located a Fleck system for a very reasonable price. Read a few reviews for the company and ordered the system for my dad. This was the first time my dad and I ever installed a water softener, but it worked out very well. Fairly easy install, good equipment, and all the necessary directions. The system was exactly as described and arrived on time. Thank you
Allyson J
It was not hard to install. But instructions on how to set up the system was not available
Santino E
My pre-install water hardness went from 20+ to 0 after install. We live in Nebraska, for reference sake, I guess? It went super smooth and I'm not a plumber. Watch videos on YouTube, plan it out and you'll be just fine. *This review is coming from a scatterbrain who over-researches(if that's a thing) and still will make 13 trips to home depot anyway. To be fair, I was running new water lines throughput the 100 year old house at the same time. If you're looking at this softener, BUY IT! :)
I'm very happy with this water softener
Ralph W.
The last house we lived in we bought the �best of the best� to the tune of $5,000. This water softener is way better!!!!! It doesn�t use much salt, easy to install and is super quite. We have hard hard water and you can NOT tell it with this softener! Buy it! Don�t hesitate!!!
Kendall B
Easy install and does the job without overcomplicating things. sometimes simplicity is best
Hugo S
We have eight people in the family so we up-sized to the 64,000 grain unit, which arrived on time, was relatively easy to install, and we now have beautiful SOFT water. Having previously been a certified water treatment specialist I am very familiar with Fleck Valves, one of the very best in the business. You won't be disappointed.
Zane K
So far so good. Was pretty easy for my husband to put in, and really noticed a difference in the first couple of days
Hadassah A
Great product. Very happy so far (6 months) It does require a plumber to install it, in spite of the advertising (unless you're replacing an already installed one). The pipes have to be plumbed out (NB) so if it's not already done, you probably can't do this yourself, unless you're willing and able to sweat copper. True, the actual connection to said pipes is simple.
Finley H
Perfect
Raphael Z
This unit replaced our stupidly expensive $2000 Culligan.
It works MUCH BETTER. On top of that, we save 75 gallons a night in water .
Culligan regenerates every 2 AM.
This unit only regenerates every 2100 gallons.
Setting the meter is not totally easy. So call tech support if needed.
Save yourself thousands of dollars .
The maintenance kit is also a lot cheaper than other units.
And best thing is, you can do it yourself .
The Culligan we had freaking cost $300 per visit by them.
Leonidas S
Side note I am NOT a plumber and have never worked with PEX before, but it's just that easy!!
Hudson C
Product was great.. arrived in good shape.
Larissa D
Plumbing installation was easy.
Lorena A
We have a 3 bath house with 3 daughters, so we go through a lot of water. Our previous system was a Whirlpool All-In-One (about $350 at Lowes), which worked fine, but used about 120lbs of salt per month. It was still worth it just to not have to deal with the hard water spots and buildup on everything. This system has been on the same 80lbs of salt for 2 months. Very nice change. This system will pay for itself in Salt.
Neil V
Great product
Mariah J
Fast shipment. Easy install. Seams to sweat more than previous water softner
Andreas D
Great service and very knowledgeable staff
Amy G
Product came in 2 separate deliveries while tracking information shows product will be coming as one package. Plan your installation accordingly.Everything installed as it was suppose to. I hope softening my water will be as good.
Roman F
Installed and have been using this water softener for the past 4 months. The water was great and felt fresh during bathing as compared to before. Installation seems to be pretty straightforward, but I have my builder made a connection ready for water softener installation. That helps a lot
Ruben E
This is a great value in water softeners. The 5600 eco has been a work horse for several decades. It is reliable and dependable. This was a replacement for an autotrol electronic valve that always went crazy every time the power went out. Previously I have 20 years in the water industry and my opinion this unit is the most reliable still. The pricing is not much over dealer cost and I would not hesitate to purchase this unit again. The only down side is the 110v. 24v is much easier for a homeowner to work with unless you currently have an outlet right next to your installation site. I ordered the 24v timer motor and 24 volt ac/dc converter for around 35.00$ and eliminated the need for and electrician to run a 110v outlet. The unit has 1inch mpt on the bypass. The installation was very easy, but I have installed hundreds of them. The dealer video is very well done. The resin must be rinsed after installation account there will be dark water coming into your house. The install video suggests to let the unit go through a regen cycle after install. I flushed the unit by opening the mop sink cold water till the water ran clear, then set the unit to regen that night by advancing the meter wheel counter clockwise till it stopped. Hope this helps in your decision.
Avery M
Works awesome after its set up properly
Kendra W
Arrived in new condition and as expected. had plumber install it and am very happy with it. works as expected. I do seem to be going through allot of salt though and am not sure my settings are correct as i had to look them up on you-tube.
Leonard R
Excellent unit and amazing customer support
Isaac H
We had a plumber come in and install our water softener. The only complaint is that we lost power one night and it continued to purge water for hours until we woke up and realized it.
Eldridge D
Installation is super easy IF you already have a water softner or you have your main water plumbed like I do.
Rashad M
Great soft water
Yurem J
We had very hard water with a lot of lime that was clogging our fixtures, making bathrooms difficult to get rid of lime rings, and this took care of it nearly immediately. Husband had it installed within a couple of hours. Definitely recommend.
Regina P
Water softener arrived very quickly. Upon unpacking, I found that the bottom on the resin tank was a little crooked so the tank leaned a little. Put some shims under one side to straighten it up. The holes in the brine tank didn�t line up with the holes in the sleeve for the brine tank valve. I had to cut the holes out so the brine line and overflow fitting would fit. The manuals are very sparse. I had to go online to learn how to program the valve for hardness and other settings.
Yuliana H
These are the best softeners in the market. I have been a plumber for 21 years, so take my word for it. These units don't operate like traditional softeners. It looks similar, but does not require lots of water to sit in the brine tank with the salt (which causes bridging of the salt). I removed many other brands and replaced it with this one. It makes a huge difference with calcium build up.. especially with our hard water
Samuel O.
These are very good quality softeners. Ships quickly
Camron L
So far, so good
Amiah I
It arrived at my home (free delivery) and all I had to do was buy the flex lines. Our garage already had a loop installed so once I had the unit assembled (also easy - just watch the video on YouTube) it took about 20 minutes to hook it into the house. Started seeing results almost immediately - especially on the glass shower doors. There's no need to pay thousands for a softener in my opinion. I'm very happy with this purchase.
Natali F
So far the system is excellent and I�ve got my fingers crossed that it remains so.
Zoie H
Everything I wanted in a water softener.
Meredith A
works as expected
Dixie V
Easy DIY Setup
Jimmy A.
It works, It's efficient, it's affordable, It's easy to install
Clinton P
User installed and working perfectly!!!
Martin O.
I don�t normally leave reviews but this product is every bit of 5 stars. It has twice the capacity of my old softener, it was relatively inexpensive, and it was brain dead easy to hook up. I�ve had this for about 5 months now and it�s been flawless.
Damian P
My boyfriend and I installed both. Easy.
Daniella A
No more hard water
Kade G
Worth the investment
Jazmyn W
The installation was not very difficult. They provided a USB drive with an installation video and unit specs. I called for tech support two times. The first was an installation question and the second was for a programming issue. They were able to resolved both of my problems in a matter of minutes .
Kyleigh N
With proper settings & install, has brought my water hardness down to virtually zero.
Reyes M
We live in central Florida and had very hard water. Moreover, we have well water with everything installed above ground. This required the softener to be installed outside.
Damari S
Easy install and so far so good. Water is noticeably softer and I will be running water testing to see the exact change soon.
Will update this review with the results soon!
Dewayne W
Very nice product….Works like it:s should
Cassandra G
This system works great and I immediately noticed the difference. My skin is much less dryer and my hair is a lot softer from showering, and no more scale and white powder build up around the sinks and dishes. I also added an iSpring 2-stage filter to filter the water before the softener. I drink from any faucet in the house and the water tastes totally fine. If you have hard water I highly recommend this system. We're a family of 6 with all 4 kids 7 years old and under. Our daily water usage is about 100-120 gallons. I expect this to go up as our kids get older
Jeremy V.
Simple installation
Meghan S
Highly recommended and value for money as compared to the more expensive ones in the market.
Adriel B
KISS: Keep it simple sister.
As digital units are modern age they are clearly promblematic in outside elements. This model head controller has been around a long time and tested. With a little more time using your noodle to calculate water hardness, number of people and simple calculations water and salt savings and a set and forget with an accasional followup will be best. No doubt hundreds of over complicated controllers, fancy stainless tanks and gimmicks on the market so beware...
Brandon S
I live in an area that has extremely hard water with 21 gpg. I bought this system based on a plumber and a friend's recommendation. The item is shipped in two separate packages which came two days quicker than expected. Keep in mind the tank has the media grains pre-filled, so it's very heavy. I had a local plumber install this system and it took him about 2 and a half hours as my house had a "loop". I guess the previous home owner must have had a softener system in the past.
Jakobe S
The water softener works just as a water softener should. Our decision to choose Fleck was based on top ten ranking and price.
Walker A.
Seriously soft water
Isabelle B
it seems of good quality and so far the soft water is great. Wish it had a low salt reminder like my old softner.
Ralph O.
Easy to install, just refer to Youtube videos. Easy to program. You'll need some knowledge of plumbing hookups - pex is quite easy. There is no information on how much water to put in the brine container and you'll have to buy a hose for the discharge. I bought a 1/2" clear with a hose clamp.
Mya L
Easy to install, saved me a ton of money from paying someone else to do it... they would have charged a lot more for the unit plus their time to install it. This is way too easy to pay someone else to do it for you.
Mike T
This replaced part of a 20 year old rainsoft system. You will need some experience with plumbing to do this yourself. Comes with almost everything you need. You will need a drain tube which is mentioned in the directions. Also need to know your water hardness to set the dial on the fleck meter. I like the simplicity of the mechanical meter better than the digital ones.
Bridget Z
A most valued purchase!
Jamie H
Great value! Easy to DIY. Great product.
Anderson B
Good softener
Also, check out the popular Fleck 5600 SXT water softener.
Eliminate the difficult water that causes scale buildup and decreased soap efficiency with our complete whole house water softening system with higher efficiency Fleck 5600 Mechanical Metered control valve. By eliminating hard water, you extend the life of one's plumbing and appliances!
This unit incorporates a mechanical water metering system that even works within the event of a power failure! The metered system gives you a high-efficiency regeneration to reduce salt consumption. The standard softener is a "two tank" configuration having a separate poly brine tank.
Features:
- Removes Difficult Water - Utilizing the ion exchange process this system removes the calcium and magnesium that cause difficult water.
- Extends plumbing lifespan, appliances, etc.
- Meter-based Regeneration - Measures the water you use to figure out regeneration cycles. If water requirements increase the system regenerates more frequently to help keep up.
- Easy-to-use Easy mechanical design
- Controls are user-friendly and effortlessly programmable
- Economical - little annual power consumption
- Can handle flow prices as much as 20 gallons/minute
- Backwash rate of 7 GPM
- Durable Non-corrosive, UV-resistant Fiber-enforced poly valve body
- Designed with double backwash
- saves up to 50% in salt
- Uses much less water
- saves cost in maintenance compared to electronic controls
- 5-year valve warranty
Unit includes:
- Fleck 5600 Econominder mechanical metered valve
- Mineral tank (10-year warranty)
- Poly brine tank
- 3/4" or 1" Bypass valve
- 8% high capacity resin
- Media funnel (for 64,000 grains ONLY)
- Free lifetime technical support!
Size your Water Softener
Options:
Options:
- 24,000 grains
- 32,000 grains
- 40,000 grains
- 48,000 grains
- 64,000 grains
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This fleck water softener uses a 5600 Econominder water softener control and valve (3/4" connections standard) with an integral mechanical metered control. This model incorporates a mechanical water metering system that even works in the event of a power failure! The metered system gives you a high-efficiency regeneration to minimize salt consumption. The standard softener is a "two tank" configuration with a separate poly brine tank. A system by-pass valve is included along with the purchase of any unit. "Use sizing chart on this page to size your water softener "
Fleck 5600 Econdominder Water Softener Specifications By Size. Fleck water softener systems carry a manufacture 5-year valve warranty and 10 years tank warranty. Bonus: Added free lifetime technical support!Specs: Capacity: 24,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 32,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 40,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 48,000 grains
Specs: Capacity: 64,000 grains
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Approvals
- WQA Gold Seal systems
- NSF Standard 44 Certified
- UL registered component
Fleck 5600 Econominder Mechanically Metered Water Softeners
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Mary B.
Easiest purchase we've made and we made a lot since the pandemic online. One minor modification and we were done! Water conditioner is working great but we do need some advice about settings as our ph is off slightly. We will call you in the near future for guidance.
Jose R.
Very happy with the purchase that I made,everything arrived in good condition and works very well.Thank you.
Tim H.
Works great, no problems at all.
Cristal F
The softner arrived on time and was easy to install, less than one hour. This softner replaced a 20 year old Culligan. For the price difference on a new Culligan it was an easy choice. We have a well with some iron I recommend to set it up to regen in 7 days. Have had it one week and it just regen at 2:00 this morning and every thing working as it was supposed to.
Jules M
The tank and salt container look great in all black, and the water purity test performed by the plumber shows a huge improvement. On the first day we saw all the white mineral deposits disappear from our dishes and shower glass. I would definately buy this again and I would make sure to buy it from AmericanWaterSolutions, because on the rare chance that there are issues with the product I know that the larger expense of the plumbers service to install would be covered. Great item and great seller of the item.
Angeline G
Great unit. complicated to install & setup.
Mason R
The best water softener!
Caroline Y
i am happy with the product over all.
Naima S
My previous softener was 20 years old and served us well, it was a Fleck.
I decided to stay with a Fleck for the replacement.
Well made. Tried and proven brand.
Billy J
Did a LOT of research for a replacement for our old series softener and selected the often raved about Fleck softener. Next decision was from whom to purchase it and I am glad I got this one.... Best price going, arrived ahead of schedule (undamaged) and they immediately replied, to both phone and email, to a question I had before installing the system. New system has been in operation for only a day now so time will tell as far as performance goes.
Rodrigo T
The actual instal was easy. I had to do a great deal of soldering and adding pipes but if I had a pre plumbed setup like most people have it would literally only have taken less than an hour to install. It does it's job fine but I hate the taste and feel of softened water so the flavor rating is only because it tastes as it's supposed to. This was a huge savings over getting a local business to install their equipment. Great deal if you have skills.
Mayra A
Works great. Easy to install!
Aldo S
We had our previous water softener for quite a few years. This new one is by the same company, Fleck, and so far it's far superior to the old model. It's quieter during the regeneration period and quicker regenerating. Plus, it's digital readout is easy to see and understand. Couldn't be happier.
Cyrus Z
We are very happy with our water softener . My husband installed it and it works exactly how it’s advertised . Highly recommend .
Tristen H
Softener itself is great. Easy to install and performing as expected.
Noah O
Works great, should have purchased the digital control panel, making adjustments with the dial control can be a bit of a challenge
Abigail T
Very good product. Easy to install
Felicia J
Well worth it ! Pay attention to all instructions. This unit was easy to install. Took me about 2 hrs.
Austin M
Purchased and installed for 6 months now. Plumber recommended purchasing a new water softener online to save money. Definitely better price than even he could do. Plumber installed so can’t speak to that except he had no installation or set up issues. Easy to maintain.
Aaliyah V
The softener is great. The only issue was the instructions were not correct for the unit purchased. I found the information on the internet but this should not be required.
Dominic I
Hands down the best water softener.
Donte H
High quality Works perfectly and it well made
Ishaan Y
Easy to install to replace old softener and excellent price.
Jayvion P
I am very happy with softener and highly recommend this produce.
Tony B
Good quality Fleck Valve
Jazlyn G
The unit was easy to put together... I replaced a Culligan Mark 100, and saved a lot of money with the 5600 Econominder. I had to have a plumber reorient my pipes. Old setup did not have enough room on copper pipe to use Sharkbites. I had a question on install and setting the meter. CS got back to me quickly and I completed setup of unit. Would have given 5 stars if setting the meter had been easier. But overall very satisfied with this softener. I have soft water again!
Israel V
Happy with the difference in the water quality. Using potassium chloride, much pricer but better for my health.
Casey H
Excellent performance. At first there were two weeks that my water didn’t get soft. I thought it was something bad with the softener. The problem was the valves come set to bypass the softener. So after I fixed that, I was able to get great soft water for about a month (this is a house we hadn't lived in full-time so the settings were different). After moving in full-time, I did not change the settings but the water got hard again. I contacted the seller and he called me and walked me through the steps to get it right. As it turned out, I simply forgot to adjust settings after moving into the house full-time.
Not only would I recommend this seller and product, but I am recommending this softener (and seller) to my parents. I'm very pleased.
Nia M
Soft Water. Works Great
Todd D.
Programming is a bit tough, so do your research, and there�s a lot of varying information from different people/companies about this unit. So you need to do your homework and research the process involved with this unit and what the best practices are with this type of unit. Not for the faint of heart, may need to hire professional.
Briley I
Amazing!
Mariah J
Took me about 2 hours to install, but I made up the drain parts ahead of time. Bought the US Water connection kit with 1� sharkbite water lines, which made it really easy.
Chaya U
resale & install for customer. good price. complete package.delivered correctly
Preston K
Was relieved when I realized how simple this install would be. In the confirmation email you get a link to a great install video that gives you literal step-by-step instructions. With basic supplies from the hardware store almost anyone can make this install.
Alyssa H
Very happy. Great price on good equipment.
Brandon C
They ship it with the rosin inside the the rosin fiberglass tank.
Camden A
So far it�s doing a tremendous job on my problem water but it�s hard to tell when you�re fully rinsed in the shower. I combined this with the Home Master triple filter for well water and my water is extremely soft and clean now. After years of the big name brand equipment doing a mediocre job at best and needing constant repair it finally wouldn�t work for more than a week at a time. So I did my research and can say that this system is far and away better.
Cameron V
Very easy to install and operate. Works great and saved a lot of $$ by buying and installing myself.
Morgan F
Has now been installed for a month~working perfectly~we were so happy to find this particular brand of water softener that was highly recommended by neighbors. Separate salt tank along with plus of having a metered head verse digital, will hopefully do us better than our last one bought at box store (which broke Broke 3 yrs after use)
Karli Z
My elderly father wanted to replace his water softener which had just hit 20 years. I recommended a Fleck 5600 since I have one in my home. After shopping around, I located a Fleck system for a very reasonable price. Read a few reviews for the company and ordered the system for my dad. This was the first time my dad and I ever installed a water softener, but it worked out very well. Fairly easy install, good equipment, and all the necessary directions. The system was exactly as described and arrived on time. Thank you
Allyson J
It was not hard to install. But instructions on how to set up the system was not available
Santino E
My pre-install water hardness went from 20+ to 0 after install. We live in Nebraska, for reference sake, I guess? It went super smooth and I'm not a plumber. Watch videos on YouTube, plan it out and you'll be just fine. *This review is coming from a scatterbrain who over-researches(if that's a thing) and still will make 13 trips to home depot anyway. To be fair, I was running new water lines throughput the 100 year old house at the same time. If you're looking at this softener, BUY IT! :)
I'm very happy with this water softener
Ralph W.
The last house we lived in we bought the �best of the best� to the tune of $5,000. This water softener is way better!!!!! It doesn�t use much salt, easy to install and is super quite. We have hard hard water and you can NOT tell it with this softener! Buy it! Don�t hesitate!!!
Kendall B
Easy install and does the job without overcomplicating things. sometimes simplicity is best
Hugo S
We have eight people in the family so we up-sized to the 64,000 grain unit, which arrived on time, was relatively easy to install, and we now have beautiful SOFT water. Having previously been a certified water treatment specialist I am very familiar with Fleck Valves, one of the very best in the business. You won't be disappointed.
Zane K
So far so good. Was pretty easy for my husband to put in, and really noticed a difference in the first couple of days
Hadassah A
Great product. Very happy so far (6 months) It does require a plumber to install it, in spite of the advertising (unless you're replacing an already installed one). The pipes have to be plumbed out (NB) so if it's not already done, you probably can't do this yourself, unless you're willing and able to sweat copper. True, the actual connection to said pipes is simple.
Finley H
Perfect
Raphael Z
This unit replaced our stupidly expensive $2000 Culligan.
It works MUCH BETTER. On top of that, we save 75 gallons a night in water .
Culligan regenerates every 2 AM.
This unit only regenerates every 2100 gallons.
Setting the meter is not totally easy. So call tech support if needed.
Save yourself thousands of dollars .
The maintenance kit is also a lot cheaper than other units.
And best thing is, you can do it yourself .
The Culligan we had freaking cost $300 per visit by them.
Leonidas S
Side note I am NOT a plumber and have never worked with PEX before, but it's just that easy!!
Hudson C
Product was great.. arrived in good shape.
Larissa D
Plumbing installation was easy.
Lorena A
We have a 3 bath house with 3 daughters, so we go through a lot of water. Our previous system was a Whirlpool All-In-One (about $350 at Lowes), which worked fine, but used about 120lbs of salt per month. It was still worth it just to not have to deal with the hard water spots and buildup on everything. This system has been on the same 80lbs of salt for 2 months. Very nice change. This system will pay for itself in Salt.
Neil V
Great product
Mariah J
Fast shipment. Easy install. Seams to sweat more than previous water softner
Andreas D
Great service and very knowledgeable staff
Amy G
Product came in 2 separate deliveries while tracking information shows product will be coming as one package. Plan your installation accordingly.Everything installed as it was suppose to. I hope softening my water will be as good.
Roman F
Installed and have been using this water softener for the past 4 months. The water was great and felt fresh during bathing as compared to before. Installation seems to be pretty straightforward, but I have my builder made a connection ready for water softener installation. That helps a lot
Ruben E
This is a great value in water softeners. The 5600 eco has been a work horse for several decades. It is reliable and dependable. This was a replacement for an autotrol electronic valve that always went crazy every time the power went out. Previously I have 20 years in the water industry and my opinion this unit is the most reliable still. The pricing is not much over dealer cost and I would not hesitate to purchase this unit again. The only down side is the 110v. 24v is much easier for a homeowner to work with unless you currently have an outlet right next to your installation site. I ordered the 24v timer motor and 24 volt ac/dc converter for around 35.00$ and eliminated the need for and electrician to run a 110v outlet. The unit has 1inch mpt on the bypass. The installation was very easy, but I have installed hundreds of them. The dealer video is very well done. The resin must be rinsed after installation account there will be dark water coming into your house. The install video suggests to let the unit go through a regen cycle after install. I flushed the unit by opening the mop sink cold water till the water ran clear, then set the unit to regen that night by advancing the meter wheel counter clockwise till it stopped. Hope this helps in your decision.
Avery M
Works awesome after its set up properly
Kendra W
Arrived in new condition and as expected. had plumber install it and am very happy with it. works as expected. I do seem to be going through allot of salt though and am not sure my settings are correct as i had to look them up on you-tube.
Leonard R
Excellent unit and amazing customer support
Isaac H
We had a plumber come in and install our water softener. The only complaint is that we lost power one night and it continued to purge water for hours until we woke up and realized it.
Eldridge D
Installation is super easy IF you already have a water softner or you have your main water plumbed like I do.
Rashad M
Great soft water
Yurem J
We had very hard water with a lot of lime that was clogging our fixtures, making bathrooms difficult to get rid of lime rings, and this took care of it nearly immediately. Husband had it installed within a couple of hours. Definitely recommend.
Regina P
Water softener arrived very quickly. Upon unpacking, I found that the bottom on the resin tank was a little crooked so the tank leaned a little. Put some shims under one side to straighten it up. The holes in the brine tank didn�t line up with the holes in the sleeve for the brine tank valve. I had to cut the holes out so the brine line and overflow fitting would fit. The manuals are very sparse. I had to go online to learn how to program the valve for hardness and other settings.
Yuliana H
These are the best softeners in the market. I have been a plumber for 21 years, so take my word for it. These units don't operate like traditional softeners. It looks similar, but does not require lots of water to sit in the brine tank with the salt (which causes bridging of the salt). I removed many other brands and replaced it with this one. It makes a huge difference with calcium build up.. especially with our hard water
Samuel O.
These are very good quality softeners. Ships quickly
Camron L
So far, so good
Amiah I
It arrived at my home (free delivery) and all I had to do was buy the flex lines. Our garage already had a loop installed so once I had the unit assembled (also easy - just watch the video on YouTube) it took about 20 minutes to hook it into the house. Started seeing results almost immediately - especially on the glass shower doors. There's no need to pay thousands for a softener in my opinion. I'm very happy with this purchase.
Natali F
So far the system is excellent and I�ve got my fingers crossed that it remains so.
Zoie H
Everything I wanted in a water softener.
Meredith A
works as expected
Dixie V
Easy DIY Setup
Jimmy A.
It works, It's efficient, it's affordable, It's easy to install
Clinton P
User installed and working perfectly!!!
Martin O.
I don�t normally leave reviews but this product is every bit of 5 stars. It has twice the capacity of my old softener, it was relatively inexpensive, and it was brain dead easy to hook up. I�ve had this for about 5 months now and it�s been flawless.
Damian P
My boyfriend and I installed both. Easy.
Daniella A
No more hard water
Kade G
Worth the investment
Jazmyn W
The installation was not very difficult. They provided a USB drive with an installation video and unit specs. I called for tech support two times. The first was an installation question and the second was for a programming issue. They were able to resolved both of my problems in a matter of minutes .
Kyleigh N
With proper settings & install, has brought my water hardness down to virtually zero.
Reyes M
We live in central Florida and had very hard water. Moreover, we have well water with everything installed above ground. This required the softener to be installed outside.
Damari S
Easy install and so far so good. Water is noticeably softer and I will be running water testing to see the exact change soon.
Will update this review with the results soon!
Dewayne W
Very nice product….Works like it:s should
Cassandra G
This system works great and I immediately noticed the difference. My skin is much less dryer and my hair is a lot softer from showering, and no more scale and white powder build up around the sinks and dishes. I also added an iSpring 2-stage filter to filter the water before the softener. I drink from any faucet in the house and the water tastes totally fine. If you have hard water I highly recommend this system. We're a family of 6 with all 4 kids 7 years old and under. Our daily water usage is about 100-120 gallons. I expect this to go up as our kids get older
Jeremy V.
Simple installation
Meghan S
Highly recommended and value for money as compared to the more expensive ones in the market.
Adriel B
KISS: Keep it simple sister.
As digital units are modern age they are clearly promblematic in outside elements. This model head controller has been around a long time and tested. With a little more time using your noodle to calculate water hardness, number of people and simple calculations water and salt savings and a set and forget with an accasional followup will be best. No doubt hundreds of over complicated controllers, fancy stainless tanks and gimmicks on the market so beware...
Brandon S
I live in an area that has extremely hard water with 21 gpg. I bought this system based on a plumber and a friend's recommendation. The item is shipped in two separate packages which came two days quicker than expected. Keep in mind the tank has the media grains pre-filled, so it's very heavy. I had a local plumber install this system and it took him about 2 and a half hours as my house had a "loop". I guess the previous home owner must have had a softener system in the past.
Jakobe S
The water softener works just as a water softener should. Our decision to choose Fleck was based on top ten ranking and price.
Walker A.
Seriously soft water
Isabelle B
it seems of good quality and so far the soft water is great. Wish it had a low salt reminder like my old softner.
Ralph O.
Easy to install, just refer to Youtube videos. Easy to program. You'll need some knowledge of plumbing hookups - pex is quite easy. There is no information on how much water to put in the brine container and you'll have to buy a hose for the discharge. I bought a 1/2" clear with a hose clamp.
Mya L
Easy to install, saved me a ton of money from paying someone else to do it... they would have charged a lot more for the unit plus their time to install it. This is way too easy to pay someone else to do it for you.
Mike T
This replaced part of a 20 year old rainsoft system. You will need some experience with plumbing to do this yourself. Comes with almost everything you need. You will need a drain tube which is mentioned in the directions. Also need to know your water hardness to set the dial on the fleck meter. I like the simplicity of the mechanical meter better than the digital ones.
Bridget Z
A most valued purchase!
Jamie H
Great value! Easy to DIY. Great product.
Anderson B
Good softener
Mary B.
Easiest purchase we've made and we made a lot since the pandemic online. One minor modification and we were done! Water conditioner is working great but we do need some advice about settings as our ph is off slightly. We will call you in the near future for guidance.
Jose R.
Very happy with the purchase that I made,everything arrived in good condition and works very well.Thank you.
Tim H.
Works great, no problems at all.
Cristal F
The softner arrived on time and was easy to install, less than one hour. This softner replaced a 20 year old Culligan. For the price difference on a new Culligan it was an easy choice. We have a well with some iron I recommend to set it up to regen in 7 days. Have had it one week and it just regen at 2:00 this morning and every thing working as it was supposed to.
Jules M
The tank and salt container look great in all black, and the water purity test performed by the plumber shows a huge improvement. On the first day we saw all the white mineral deposits disappear from our dishes and shower glass. I would definately buy this again and I would make sure to buy it from AmericanWaterSolutions, because on the rare chance that there are issues with the product I know that the larger expense of the plumbers service to install would be covered. Great item and great seller of the item.
Angeline G
Great unit. complicated to install & setup.
Mason R
The best water softener!
Caroline Y
i am happy with the product over all.
Naima S
My previous softener was 20 years old and served us well, it was a Fleck.
I decided to stay with a Fleck for the replacement.
Well made. Tried and proven brand.
Billy J
Did a LOT of research for a replacement for our old series softener and selected the often raved about Fleck softener. Next decision was from whom to purchase it and I am glad I got this one.... Best price going, arrived ahead of schedule (undamaged) and they immediately replied, to both phone and email, to a question I had before installing the system. New system has been in operation for only a day now so time will tell as far as performance goes.
Rodrigo T
The actual instal was easy. I had to do a great deal of soldering and adding pipes but if I had a pre plumbed setup like most people have it would literally only have taken less than an hour to install. It does it's job fine but I hate the taste and feel of softened water so the flavor rating is only because it tastes as it's supposed to. This was a huge savings over getting a local business to install their equipment. Great deal if you have skills.
Mayra A
Works great. Easy to install!
Aldo S
We had our previous water softener for quite a few years. This new one is by the same company, Fleck, and so far it's far superior to the old model. It's quieter during the regeneration period and quicker regenerating. Plus, it's digital readout is easy to see and understand. Couldn't be happier.
Cyrus Z
We are very happy with our water softener . My husband installed it and it works exactly how it’s advertised . Highly recommend .
Tristen H
Softener itself is great. Easy to install and performing as expected.
Noah O
Works great, should have purchased the digital control panel, making adjustments with the dial control can be a bit of a challenge
Abigail T
Very good product. Easy to install
Felicia J
Well worth it ! Pay attention to all instructions. This unit was easy to install. Took me about 2 hrs.
Austin M
Purchased and installed for 6 months now. Plumber recommended purchasing a new water softener online to save money. Definitely better price than even he could do. Plumber installed so can’t speak to that except he had no installation or set up issues. Easy to maintain.
Aaliyah V
The softener is great. The only issue was the instructions were not correct for the unit purchased. I found the information on the internet but this should not be required.
Dominic I
Hands down the best water softener.
Donte H
High quality Works perfectly and it well made
Ishaan Y
Easy to install to replace old softener and excellent price.
Jayvion P
I am very happy with softener and highly recommend this produce.
Tony B
Good quality Fleck Valve
Jazlyn G
The unit was easy to put together... I replaced a Culligan Mark 100, and saved a lot of money with the 5600 Econominder. I had to have a plumber reorient my pipes. Old setup did not have enough room on copper pipe to use Sharkbites. I had a question on install and setting the meter. CS got back to me quickly and I completed setup of unit. Would have given 5 stars if setting the meter had been easier. But overall very satisfied with this softener. I have soft water again!
Israel V
Happy with the difference in the water quality. Using potassium chloride, much pricer but better for my health.
Casey H
Excellent performance. At first there were two weeks that my water didn’t get soft. I thought it was something bad with the softener. The problem was the valves come set to bypass the softener. So after I fixed that, I was able to get great soft water for about a month (this is a house we hadn't lived in full-time so the settings were different). After moving in full-time, I did not change the settings but the water got hard again. I contacted the seller and he called me and walked me through the steps to get it right. As it turned out, I simply forgot to adjust settings after moving into the house full-time.
Not only would I recommend this seller and product, but I am recommending this softener (and seller) to my parents. I'm very pleased.
Nia M
Soft Water. Works Great
Todd D.
Programming is a bit tough, so do your research, and there�s a lot of varying information from different people/companies about this unit. So you need to do your homework and research the process involved with this unit and what the best practices are with this type of unit. Not for the faint of heart, may need to hire professional.
Briley I
Amazing!
Mariah J
Took me about 2 hours to install, but I made up the drain parts ahead of time. Bought the US Water connection kit with 1� sharkbite water lines, which made it really easy.
Chaya U
resale & install for customer. good price. complete package.delivered correctly
Preston K
Was relieved when I realized how simple this install would be. In the confirmation email you get a link to a great install video that gives you literal step-by-step instructions. With basic supplies from the hardware store almost anyone can make this install.
Alyssa H
Very happy. Great price on good equipment.
Brandon C
They ship it with the rosin inside the the rosin fiberglass tank.
Camden A
So far it�s doing a tremendous job on my problem water but it�s hard to tell when you�re fully rinsed in the shower. I combined this with the Home Master triple filter for well water and my water is extremely soft and clean now. After years of the big name brand equipment doing a mediocre job at best and needing constant repair it finally wouldn�t work for more than a week at a time. So I did my research and can say that this system is far and away better.
Cameron V
Very easy to install and operate. Works great and saved a lot of $$ by buying and installing myself.
Morgan F
Has now been installed for a month~working perfectly~we were so happy to find this particular brand of water softener that was highly recommended by neighbors. Separate salt tank along with plus of having a metered head verse digital, will hopefully do us better than our last one bought at box store (which broke Broke 3 yrs after use)
Karli Z
My elderly father wanted to replace his water softener which had just hit 20 years. I recommended a Fleck 5600 since I have one in my home. After shopping around, I located a Fleck system for a very reasonable price. Read a few reviews for the company and ordered the system for my dad. This was the first time my dad and I ever installed a water softener, but it worked out very well. Fairly easy install, good equipment, and all the necessary directions. The system was exactly as described and arrived on time. Thank you
Allyson J
It was not hard to install. But instructions on how to set up the system was not available
Santino E
My pre-install water hardness went from 20+ to 0 after install. We live in Nebraska, for reference sake, I guess? It went super smooth and I'm not a plumber. Watch videos on YouTube, plan it out and you'll be just fine. *This review is coming from a scatterbrain who over-researches(if that's a thing) and still will make 13 trips to home depot anyway. To be fair, I was running new water lines throughput the 100 year old house at the same time. If you're looking at this softener, BUY IT! :)
I'm very happy with this water softener
Ralph W.
The last house we lived in we bought the �best of the best� to the tune of $5,000. This water softener is way better!!!!! It doesn�t use much salt, easy to install and is super quite. We have hard hard water and you can NOT tell it with this softener! Buy it! Don�t hesitate!!!
Kendall B
Easy install and does the job without overcomplicating things. sometimes simplicity is best
Hugo S
We have eight people in the family so we up-sized to the 64,000 grain unit, which arrived on time, was relatively easy to install, and we now have beautiful SOFT water. Having previously been a certified water treatment specialist I am very familiar with Fleck Valves, one of the very best in the business. You won't be disappointed.
Zane K
So far so good. Was pretty easy for my husband to put in, and really noticed a difference in the first couple of days
Hadassah A
Great product. Very happy so far (6 months) It does require a plumber to install it, in spite of the advertising (unless you're replacing an already installed one). The pipes have to be plumbed out (NB) so if it's not already done, you probably can't do this yourself, unless you're willing and able to sweat copper. True, the actual connection to said pipes is simple.
Finley H
Perfect
Raphael Z
This unit replaced our stupidly expensive $2000 Culligan.
It works MUCH BETTER. On top of that, we save 75 gallons a night in water .
Culligan regenerates every 2 AM.
This unit only regenerates every 2100 gallons.
Setting the meter is not totally easy. So call tech support if needed.
Save yourself thousands of dollars .
The maintenance kit is also a lot cheaper than other units.
And best thing is, you can do it yourself .
The Culligan we had freaking cost $300 per visit by them.
Leonidas S
Side note I am NOT a plumber and have never worked with PEX before, but it's just that easy!!
Hudson C
Product was great.. arrived in good shape.
Larissa D
Plumbing installation was easy.
Lorena A
We have a 3 bath house with 3 daughters, so we go through a lot of water. Our previous system was a Whirlpool All-In-One (about $350 at Lowes), which worked fine, but used about 120lbs of salt per month. It was still worth it just to not have to deal with the hard water spots and buildup on everything. This system has been on the same 80lbs of salt for 2 months. Very nice change. This system will pay for itself in Salt.
Neil V
Great product
Mariah J
Fast shipment. Easy install. Seams to sweat more than previous water softner
Andreas D
Great service and very knowledgeable staff
Amy G
Product came in 2 separate deliveries while tracking information shows product will be coming as one package. Plan your installation accordingly.Everything installed as it was suppose to. I hope softening my water will be as good.
Roman F
Installed and have been using this water softener for the past 4 months. The water was great and felt fresh during bathing as compared to before. Installation seems to be pretty straightforward, but I have my builder made a connection ready for water softener installation. That helps a lot
Ruben E
This is a great value in water softeners. The 5600 eco has been a work horse for several decades. It is reliable and dependable. This was a replacement for an autotrol electronic valve that always went crazy every time the power went out. Previously I have 20 years in the water industry and my opinion this unit is the most reliable still. The pricing is not much over dealer cost and I would not hesitate to purchase this unit again. The only down side is the 110v. 24v is much easier for a homeowner to work with unless you currently have an outlet right next to your installation site. I ordered the 24v timer motor and 24 volt ac/dc converter for around 35.00$ and eliminated the need for and electrician to run a 110v outlet. The unit has 1inch mpt on the bypass. The installation was very easy, but I have installed hundreds of them. The dealer video is very well done. The resin must be rinsed after installation account there will be dark water coming into your house. The install video suggests to let the unit go through a regen cycle after install. I flushed the unit by opening the mop sink cold water till the water ran clear, then set the unit to regen that night by advancing the meter wheel counter clockwise till it stopped. Hope this helps in your decision.
Avery M
Works awesome after its set up properly
Kendra W
Arrived in new condition and as expected. had plumber install it and am very happy with it. works as expected. I do seem to be going through allot of salt though and am not sure my settings are correct as i had to look them up on you-tube.
Leonard R
Excellent unit and amazing customer support
Isaac H
We had a plumber come in and install our water softener. The only complaint is that we lost power one night and it continued to purge water for hours until we woke up and realized it.
Eldridge D
Installation is super easy IF you already have a water softner or you have your main water plumbed like I do.
Rashad M
Great soft water
Yurem J
We had very hard water with a lot of lime that was clogging our fixtures, making bathrooms difficult to get rid of lime rings, and this took care of it nearly immediately. Husband had it installed within a couple of hours. Definitely recommend.
Regina P
Water softener arrived very quickly. Upon unpacking, I found that the bottom on the resin tank was a little crooked so the tank leaned a little. Put some shims under one side to straighten it up. The holes in the brine tank didn�t line up with the holes in the sleeve for the brine tank valve. I had to cut the holes out so the brine line and overflow fitting would fit. The manuals are very sparse. I had to go online to learn how to program the valve for hardness and other settings.
Yuliana H
These are the best softeners in the market. I have been a plumber for 21 years, so take my word for it. These units don't operate like traditional softeners. It looks similar, but does not require lots of water to sit in the brine tank with the salt (which causes bridging of the salt). I removed many other brands and replaced it with this one. It makes a huge difference with calcium build up.. especially with our hard water
Samuel O.
These are very good quality softeners. Ships quickly
Camron L
So far, so good
Amiah I
It arrived at my home (free delivery) and all I had to do was buy the flex lines. Our garage already had a loop installed so once I had the unit assembled (also easy - just watch the video on YouTube) it took about 20 minutes to hook it into the house. Started seeing results almost immediately - especially on the glass shower doors. There's no need to pay thousands for a softener in my opinion. I'm very happy with this purchase.
Natali F
So far the system is excellent and I�ve got my fingers crossed that it remains so.
Zoie H
Everything I wanted in a water softener.
Meredith A
works as expected
Dixie V
Easy DIY Setup
Jimmy A.
It works, It's efficient, it's affordable, It's easy to install
Clinton P
User installed and working perfectly!!!
Martin O.
I don�t normally leave reviews but this product is every bit of 5 stars. It has twice the capacity of my old softener, it was relatively inexpensive, and it was brain dead easy to hook up. I�ve had this for about 5 months now and it�s been flawless.
Damian P
My boyfriend and I installed both. Easy.
Daniella A
No more hard water
Kade G
Worth the investment
Jazmyn W
The installation was not very difficult. They provided a USB drive with an installation video and unit specs. I called for tech support two times. The first was an installation question and the second was for a programming issue. They were able to resolved both of my problems in a matter of minutes .
Kyleigh N
With proper settings & install, has brought my water hardness down to virtually zero.
Reyes M
We live in central Florida and had very hard water. Moreover, we have well water with everything installed above ground. This required the softener to be installed outside.
Damari S
Easy install and so far so good. Water is noticeably softer and I will be running water testing to see the exact change soon.
Will update this review with the results soon!
Dewayne W
Very nice product….Works like it:s should
Cassandra G
This system works great and I immediately noticed the difference. My skin is much less dryer and my hair is a lot softer from showering, and no more scale and white powder build up around the sinks and dishes. I also added an iSpring 2-stage filter to filter the water before the softener. I drink from any faucet in the house and the water tastes totally fine. If you have hard water I highly recommend this system. We're a family of 6 with all 4 kids 7 years old and under. Our daily water usage is about 100-120 gallons. I expect this to go up as our kids get older
Jeremy V.
Simple installation
Meghan S
Highly recommended and value for money as compared to the more expensive ones in the market.
Adriel B
KISS: Keep it simple sister.
As digital units are modern age they are clearly promblematic in outside elements. This model head controller has been around a long time and tested. With a little more time using your noodle to calculate water hardness, number of people and simple calculations water and salt savings and a set and forget with an accasional followup will be best. No doubt hundreds of over complicated controllers, fancy stainless tanks and gimmicks on the market so beware...
Brandon S
I live in an area that has extremely hard water with 21 gpg. I bought this system based on a plumber and a friend's recommendation. The item is shipped in two separate packages which came two days quicker than expected. Keep in mind the tank has the media grains pre-filled, so it's very heavy. I had a local plumber install this system and it took him about 2 and a half hours as my house had a "loop". I guess the previous home owner must have had a softener system in the past.
Jakobe S
The water softener works just as a water softener should. Our decision to choose Fleck was based on top ten ranking and price.
Walker A.
Seriously soft water
Isabelle B
it seems of good quality and so far the soft water is great. Wish it had a low salt reminder like my old softner.
Ralph O.
Easy to install, just refer to Youtube videos. Easy to program. You'll need some knowledge of plumbing hookups - pex is quite easy. There is no information on how much water to put in the brine container and you'll have to buy a hose for the discharge. I bought a 1/2" clear with a hose clamp.
Mya L
Easy to install, saved me a ton of money from paying someone else to do it... they would have charged a lot more for the unit plus their time to install it. This is way too easy to pay someone else to do it for you.
Mike T
This replaced part of a 20 year old rainsoft system. You will need some experience with plumbing to do this yourself. Comes with almost everything you need. You will need a drain tube which is mentioned in the directions. Also need to know your water hardness to set the dial on the fleck meter. I like the simplicity of the mechanical meter better than the digital ones.
Bridget Z
A most valued purchase!
Jamie H
Great value! Easy to DIY. Great product.
Anderson B
Good softener
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Fleck 5600 Econominder Mechanically Metered Water Softener
- Meter-based Regeneration -
Measures the water you use to figure out regeneration cycles. If water requirements increase the system regenerates more frequently to help keep up. - Easy-to-use Easy mechanical design
- Controls are user-friendly and effortlessly programmable
- Economical - little annual power consumption
Mechanically Metered
Fleck 5600 Econominder Features
- Can handle flow rate as much as 20 gallons/minute
- Durable Non-corrosive, UV-resistant Fiber-enforced poly valve body
- Designed with double backwash
- Saves cost in maintenance compared to electronic controls
- With a mechanical water metering system, this works in the event of a power failure
Approvals
- WQA Gold Seal systems
- NSF Standard 44 Certified
- UL registered component
UPGRADE OPTIONS
Elevate the Experience
Take the Fleck 5600 Econominder system to the next level with these high quality water filtration options.
- Reverse Osmosis With Advanced Alkalizer Filter
- Ultimate Whole House Catalytic Carbon Filter
Choose one or more to elevate your experience.
Reverse Osmosis with Advanced Alkalizer Filter
Get the ultimate drinking water at your home.
Enjoy the health benefits of alkalized, fully filtered bottled-quality water at your kitchen sink.
The 5 Stage, Ultimate Drinking Water Filtration.
Whole House Upflow Catalytic Carbon Filter
Bottle water quality throughout your home. This filter removes it all...
pesticides, herbicides, pharmaceutical products, petroleum products, and heavy metals.
It requires no regular maintenance, no regeneration, no water waste, and no electricity. Set it and forget it.
FREE BONUS UPGRADE ($69 VALUE)
Make Installation Quick & Easy
With your purchase today, check the optional upgrade and we'll send you the Quick-Connect Hose Kit for free.*
Make installation and servicing your system quick and easy.
Available in 3/4" size.
*Limited, while supplies last.
SYSTEM SIZES
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WATER INTELLIGENCE ENGINE
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Fleck 5600 Econominder Review
The quick & dirty summary below...
- Dependable performance
- Easy programmability
- Flow rates up to 20 gallons per minute
- Older-style (but easy-to-use) mechanical meter design
- Efficient salt usage, 5 & 10-year warranties (valve and tanks)
- Energy efficient
- Manufactured by one of the most trusted brands in the industry
Older mechanical design,
limited warranties.
Residential properties with predictable water flow demands; those looking for an entry-level system from a well-known brand.
As the old saying goes, "If it's not broken, don't fix it."
The Fleck 5600 Econominder is the original, non-digital 5600 water softener that Fleck is known for. Much like Michael Jackson's Thriller album, the Econominder is a long-time bestseller that can be found in millions of homes.
It provides reliable water softening at an entry-level price point.
Where it loses points is old-fashioned mechanical valve control. It doesn't offer the same efficiency or programming options of today's newer LCD digitally metered water softeners.
But if you're looking for the greatest upfront savings, the Fleck 5600 Econominder is very affordable and you can't beat the brand recognition of Fleck.
If you want an inexpensive water softener that's dependable, but not as advanced or efficient as newer systems, the Fleck 5600 Econominder is a practical choice.
However, if you want a system that will save you more money in the long term, then you'll want to consider higher-efficiency products.
BRAND COMPARISON
How Does Major Water Softeners Compare?
Although the Fleck 5600 Econominder is not included in the comparison, it's improved sister product, the Fleck 5600SXT is compared.
Check out our updated 2020 City Water Softener Comparison Report:
FULL IN-DEPTH REVIEW
Read Our Full Fleck 5600 Econominder Water Softener Review Below:
There's a reason why the Fleck 5600 Econominder is one of the best-selling water softeners on the market. It just works. Period. To be frank, water softener control valves have come a long way over the past few years.
Newer models offer a much greater range of programming features and efficiency controls than the 5600.
But at the end of the day, if you just want a barebones system (without compromising quality), then this system is for you.
Not to get all fuzzy, but … I LOVE the Econominder, much like a faithful partner. This system will always hold a place in my heart (even if there ARE way more innovative and efficient models on the market these days).
As our customer Ruben told us…
"The 5600 econominder has been a work horse for several decades. It is reliable and dependable. This was a replacement for an autotrol electronic valve that always went crazy every time the power went out."
So yeah … sometimes "newer" doesn't mean better. The 5600 Econominder may be an older-style valve, but it's still one of the best out there
This is truly a "set it and forget it" water softener, made by a leading brand. We love the Fleck Econominder because it delivers a predictable flow of treated water, and keeps on ticking, day after day (literally, because it uses a mechanical timer).
You can't beat the affordability either, even though it means sacrificing some of the features and benefits found on newer models.
Here's a breakdown of what we like about it.
The mechanical meter is ridiculously easy to use. Seriously, a 5-year-old could figure it out. You turn the dials to configure it to your needs. You don't even need a water specialist to determine that setting for you. You simply set the number of people in the household, then align it with the household grains per gallon of water hardness.
So, if you’re technically challenged (and hey, who isn't these days? I'm still trying to figure out what "TikTok" is), or intimidated by all the new fancy digital meters today, then this system is for you. It's a piece of cake.
(If you prefer digital, bump up to the Fleck 5600 SXT.)
What good is a water softener it it's terrible at softening your water? Well, no worries about this system – the Fleck 5600 Econominder is among the best in the industry.
It offers dependable water-softening performance, delivering all the benefits you would expect: no more scale buildup or calcium deposits on your sink fixtures, elimination of water stains and soap scum, greater soap use efficiency, cleaner dishes and so on.
Best of all, Fleck states right in the user manual that the 5600 Econominder is proven to extend the life of your appliances by up to 30%. That's serious long-term savings!
The Fleck 5600 Econominder package that we sell here at QualityWaterTreatment.com comes with 8% High-Capacity Resin.
This is the traditional resin found in most water softeners, with the exception of higher-efficiency systems that use 10% Cross-Linked or High Efficiency SST-60 resin.
Resin is the tiny beads inside the tank that help to effectively pull hard minerals out of your water. Higher-efficiency resin can help to reduce your salt usage and also last longer before being replaced. But honestly, if you’re looking to keep your upfront costs as low as possible, the Econominder's 8% High-Capacity Resin does the job just fine.
In fact, we’ve found this unit saves up to 50% in salt usage compared to comparably-specced models.
EASY INSTALLATION
Plumbers, Handymen, and Weekend Warriors
Anyone with basic plumbing know-how can install the Fleck 5600 Econominder water softener. When you buy from QualityWaterTreatment.com, the system comes preloaded, ready to install. And everything is outlined in the installation guides.
If you're hiring someone to install it for you, they'll appreciate this quick & easy installation (which could save you money too, since it won't take them as long to complete it).
Having a choice of valve size is GOOD. It means that the system can be fitted for a wider range of applications and household needs.
The valve size basically influences how much water can flow through the system and how fast. Our Fleck 5600 Econominder package lets you choose from a 3/4-inch or 1-inch bypass valve. This lets you achieve flow rates between 7 to 20 gallons per minute (great for Brady Bunch-sized families).
Grain capacity is also available in a range of options: 24,000, 32,000, 40,000, 48,000 and 64,000. Be sure to use our chart to get a sense of which capacity is right for you, based on your water hardness and household size.
Fleck's warranties aren't the best in the industry, but they offer protection that you may never even need. This unit comes with a 5-year warranty on the valve (which is made by Fleck) and 10-year warranties on the tanks. So you have peace of mind knowing that if anything unusual happens to your system, you're covered.
If you're like me and always want the maximum protection for your home investments, then there are other systems out there with more competitive warranties.
UPGRADE OPTIONS REVIEW
Whole House & Under Sink Water Filters
When you purchase your Fleck 5600 Econominder water softener, you’ll get the choice of adding on two different filters.
The really unique thing about our R/O filtration is the addition of the alkalizing filter. Standard RO systems will lower your water’s PH to 6 or 6.0, making it acidic. You may be aware that our bodies don’t do well on acidic water as there have been lots of studies done on Reverse Osmosis (RO) Drinking Water Filters on this subject. This is why it’s important to alkalize your RO water so you’re getting pure, clean, delicious, AND totally healthy water...
Our RO system can handle 75 gallons per day of drinking water, which is more than plenty. It’s a high-efficiency system also. Most RO filters waste 3-5 gallons of water for every 1 gallon of filtered water. But our RO system is a 1 to 1 ratio, making it much more efficient.
It comes with a long reach chrome handle… but if that’s not going to match your current faucet, you can give us a call and we’ll swap out the chrome for a different color if we have it available, absolutely free. When you choose our RO system you’ll enjoy deliciously alkalized, fully filtered bottled-quality water at your kitchen sink.
BOTTLED WATER THROUGHOUT HOME
Removes 99% of Contaminants
