What to Consider When Buying Automatic Soap Dispensers

Location: Think about how much space you have before purchasing automatic soap dispensers. Consider whether a sink, wall or countertop model would be the best fit. Hands-free operation helps make the choice of an automatic soap dispenser easier, but don’t forget to factor in the location of your hand dryer to cut down on mess as well as extra steps.


Tap style automatic soap dispensers fit right near the sink and are very convenient because they don’t take up wall or countertop space. If you prefer a countertop model, look for one that will fit in the corner to save some counter space. A wall-mounted automatic soap dispenser may be as convenient and mess-free as a tap-style unit if it can be mounted very close to the sink.


Size: Smaller automatic soap dispensers may look sleek, but having to fill them up every few days may not be worth it for you. Look for a dispenser with the size of reservoir that will work best for your usage needs. It you really want the smaller model, considering buying more than one automatic soap dispenser for the space.


Think about how far the soap dispenser will stick out from the wall. You don’t want it in the way, so if you have a small area without much elbow room a narrow model may work best.


Material: Of course, you should look for soap dispensers that fit in with the décor of your rooms, but don’t leave out practicality. For example, a stainless steel automatic soap dispenser may look perfect in the space, but it may show more finger marks than the plastic types. Think about durability and ease of cleaning and then decide on the soap dispenser material that would work best for your needs.


Some people prefer an automatic soap dispenser that has a clear plastic front. This way, the level of soap inside the dispenser is easy to see and there is no need to open up the unit to check the contents constantly.


Usage: No-touch automatic soap dispensers are a great modern alternative to hand pump dispensers and much more sanitary. Some of these newer dispensers feature lighting and have musical tones to indicate when the soap is dispensed. You’ll probably pay more for these features though, but if they fit in with what you’re looking for, a fancier automatic soap dispenser may be a good choice.


Automatic soap dispensers are also great for dispensing sanitizers, lotions, shower gel and even dish soap. The style that would work well in a kitchen near the sink may not be right for a guest bathroom or public washroom. The great thing is that there is a wide range of automatic dispensers available for many different uses – both domestic and commercial.