*Patent #7,185,830
The Classics™ are the original High Sierra Showerheads® models introduced in 2011 and were constructed using a hybrid of metal parts and a single plastic part. Today, the new Classic PLUS™ shower heads are solid metal with no plastic parts. As with the original Classics™, they are small in size which makes them ideal for smaller shower enclosures and for over tubs. You will be amazed that such a wide and strong spray of large droplets can come from such a small shower head. Each one features our precise and self-adjusting flow regulator to deliver a constant flow over a very wide range of pressures (25 psi – 80 psi).
Today, the new Classic PLUS™ shower heads are solid metal with no plastic parts. It feels uniformly warm, drenching, and there’s no empty spots between the spray. It truly feels like a shower that uses double the water. It also manages to deliver a splashing sensation without stinging. Top 5 Best Showerheads blog by Wirecutter: https://www.nytimes.com/wirecutter/reviews/the-best-shower-head/#also-great-high-sierra-1-5-gpm-high-efficiency-low-flow-showerhead
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Darren Kloomok (verified owner) –
Looks simple, but delivers a great stream of water. Beats the one I replaced by many GPM
Tiffany C. –
My previous shower head was old and had turned to a trickle. I assumed there was something wrong with the pipes, but figured I’d try to install a new shower head myself to see if I could solve the problem. Boy, am I glad I did! I bought the classic 1.5GPM and it was a game changer! First, the install directions were spot on. I’m not very handy, but with a little WD-40 and a wrench, I removed the old shower head and replaced it my new High Sierra shower head. The change in water pressure and stream was phenomenal. I now want to change all my shower heads to High Sierra! Plus, it saved me from paying for a plumber to come out and tell me I just needed to change my shower head. I highly recommend this shower head.
Mike Bernard – Troy MI (verified owner) –
I bought 2 High Sierra Shower Heads – a 1.5 GPM AND a 1.25 GPM… Both are fantastic and you get a great shower experience using 40 to 50 percent less water / sewer / natural gas or electric for hot water!!! I recommend the 1.5 GPM shower heads from High Sierra – your shower experience will be equivalent to a regular 2.5 GPM shower head – and you will save 40 percent on utility costs. I’ve tried competitors 1.75 and 2.0 GPM shower heads and they don’t stack up. Again, I HIGHLY RECOMMEND the 1.5 GPM High Sierra shower heads – you will not be disappointed!! They are a little pricey, but totally worth it!!! I am a very fussy and particular person and I strongly recommend the 1.5 GPM shower heads from High Sierra.
Saverio (verified owner) –
I recently installed the 1.25 GPM shower head. It is fantastic, with plenty of volume and a nice spray. I was a bit concerned about ordering a new shower head with such low water consumption rate, but I’m glad that I did. Highly recommended.
Dan R. (verified owner) –
I chose the 1.25 gpm head. The old shower head I was replacing was a 2.5 gpm head with a circumference of about a foot. This unit from High Sierra is VERY compact and I was skeptical when I received it. It has not disappointed at all. A couple things from this buyer that influence my personal review. It is a major plus that these are made in the USA, and the second thing is the money I have saved in both water use and water heat. Neither of those things will make you a millionaire, but they play a role in my satisfaction. If neither of those things matter to you I would advise going with another box store shower head. But I would absolutely recommend this product to anyone. This reviewer loves it.
Anonymous –
Love it, look good with big drops.
Mike (verified owner) –
This is a wonderful design! Recently, we reduced our water pressure from 100psi to 80psi. Suddenly, our showers seemed like a sprinkle of water. This unit is better than the old shower head at 100psi!
Anonymous –
GREAT DOES A BIG JOB WITH LITTLE WATER – AS ADVERTISED
Sam (verified owner) –
(1.8) Feels really good, truly does feel better than a standard shower head. It is powerful enough to push soap etc off my legs unlike others.
Bill –
We were so impressed with the 1.25 gpm shower head, we bought another for our daughter’s shower. She is handicapped in a wheelchair and has to use a shower chair, so a hand held shower is a must. We purchased the hose, hand held unit and trickle valve with the 1.25 gpm head. I didn’t tell her when I installed it. When she took her first shower with it, the response was worth every penny. She said it didn’t spray everywhere like the old one and made rinsing her hair a lot easier without spraying in her eyes. So if you or anyone in your household is handicapped, this is the setup you need to make showering easier. Thank you High Sierra for making our handicapped daughter’s showers easier.
Michael (verified owner) –
What sorcery is this? The 5.7L HS classic is “wetter” than a standard 9L/min head it replaced hete in Australia. To wok here all I needed was a 1/2 in NPT male to1/2 in BSP female adapter off ebay. This brilliant High Sierra shower head will save me thousands in hot water heating costs over its lifetime. Wow. Beautiful. Thank you.
Anonymous –
I used to dread getting in our shower and now I look forward to it! This tiny shower head provides great pressure and my husband didn’t believe me when I said it was low flow. Happy to know I’m doing something to help with conservation and happy to enjoy showers again. Highly recommend!
Suzanne (verified owner) –
Bought 1.5 gpm. Soooo much power! Need trickle valve on one of them because so powerful. have recommended your shower heads to many people.
Steve S (verified owner) –
Bought the 1.5 head for our small camper as an upgrade, we have small freshwater tank so water usage really needs to be managed.
Decided to move to the 1.25, tested at home and it was good and just didn’t have a ‘full’ feeling. Moved the 1.5 in-house and I could feel a difference (more of an ‘ahh’ feeling). The 1.25 is definitely adequate and enjoyable; just more of a true minimalist setup. We’ll still get a decent shower w/less water in the camper)
Anonymous –
1.5 GPM version was just purchased. impressed by the quality of the product. works very well!
David P –
Love the look and quality of my new 1.5gpm shower head. Much better than the old 2.5gpm shower.
David P –
Love the new 1.5gpm shower. Feels better than the old 2.5. standard head.
Will order another hand held.
Phil –
We love this small but mighty shower head! The 1.25 GPM version has plenty of pressure and provides a nice spray. On top of all the water savings, I am looking forward to easier maintenance. Our old shower head was a nightmare to keep clean with constant lime/mineral deposits on all the nozzles. An excellent product from a great company!
Yez –
Love it, best one out there!
Joanna Perry-Folino (verified owner) –
Easy to install and fun to stand under….so I bought another for a second shower in my home, only this time one that has a trickle valve. The fact I am conserving water in California makes me a very happy woman.
Andrew –
I was worried about it giving a stinging sensation similar to a yard sprinkler since it doesn’t deliver water in multiple streams like other shower heads. It succeeds in the promise of delivering large droplets that feel more aggressive but still soothing. For the price, it is an amazing showerhead with great spray. It is one of the only lead free products you can buy. Other then lack luster looks I would recommend this to most buyers since shower heads that would compete with this one would cost over 125$.
John P –
We have 3 full bathrooms in our house and I’ve installed a classic 1.25 gpm High Sierra Fixed Showerhead in each one. They provide plenty of water output so I don’t know anyone would ever need to purchase a head with a higher flow rate. When buying, I also highly recommend purchasing one with the optional trickle valve. I wasn’t sure at first if this would be a necessary addition but now that I’ve been able to try it out I’ve found that it is a really nice feature. I enjoy being able to toggle down the flow rate even further if desired. I like to partially engage the trickle valve to approximately 1/4th of the way on and find that this provides a gentler, less noisy flow, but still gives plenty of water to effectively shower – and saves even more water!
Jim (verified owner) –
I own several on a large property. They provide a really satisfying low flow spray and don’t clog up with mineral. We are on our own water and very occasionally I have had to unscrew one when a big chunk gets caught in the on/off slider. Solid metal, beautiful finish, really satisfying product.
Rochelle Weiner (verified owner) –
This is our 2nd High Sierra shower head — the first was a dome rain shower head, and now this simple, but powerful, shower head. We bought the 1.5 GPM version, and cannot imagine what the higher GPMs are like, since this gives out a terrific ‘shpritz”. We gave up a fancy Grohe device for High Sierra, and couldn’t be happier.
Anonymous –
2.0 GMP version works fine
Richard Maddock (verified owner) –
I bought the Classic 1.8 gpm shower head with a trickle valve. It has been a revelation! I am now using no more than 30% as much water per shower as I had been using with my conventional shower head. I reduce the water flow to a trickle when I am soaping up and scrubbing, then turn it up to about 1.0 gpm when I am rinsing or soaking. The head design is so efficient that even at only 1 gpm, it never feels like the flow is inadequate. If I want a blast of water when I first step into the shower in the morning, I open it all the way to 1.8 gpm. It leaves nothing to be desired. Because of the drought in my area, I’ve been telling my friends about this remarkable shower head. After I owned this shower head for a few months, I bought a second one for my other bathroom. I hope this design becomes the norm in the water-conserving times ahead. If you need a new or better shower head, get one of these!
Jim Vaughn (verified owner) –
I bought the 1.5gpm shower head about a year ago. That one was absolutely fine – nothing at all wrong with it. When the 1.25gpm shower head went on sale, the price was low enough I thought I’d give it a try. They are both great, I’m sticking with the 1.25 – it’s more than adequate.
This shower head, coupled with a new Rinnai tankless water heater (the 20 year old Takagi wasn’t as efficient), has cut the gas bill in half during non-heating season months.
Thank you for a very well made product that works as advertised.
R Alder –
Love this, we bought the 1.25 Gallon shower head and we are saving a ton of water, water heating, and dehumidifying our bathroom after showers. And I actually prefer the shower this gives to our older higher flow head.
Phil –
Great shower head. It uses less water per minute but doesn’t feel very different from the regular shower heads. Also, I love the added button to stop/start/reduce the flow of water. It’s been working out great. (And the delivery was surprisingly fast.)
Anonymous –
So far so good. My sister is the manager at a very larger plumbing supply store, I told her about your stuff.
Phil E. (verified owner) –
2-minute installation with a wrench. Quality all-metal construction. 1.8gpm doesn’t feel like it’s water-efficient with it’s generous flow, but I trust it’s saving water! The water droplets are indeed large as stated, and it’s creates a nice effect. Not abrasive as with high-pressure jets, but substantial, so it’s easy to quickly get the job done in the mornings without standing in the shower for too long. The showerhead pivots far enough in every direction to get the water going where you need it to, and it stays in place. If practicality is important to you, then this ticks all the boxes.
Jim G –
Fast delivery. Very reasonable price for the quality. I looked and looked for a quality shower head made in the USA. I found it. Worth the price and will recommend to anyone looking for a shower head made in the USA. The shower is great.
Christine A (verified owner) –
I recently installed the 1.5 gpm showerhead. I love it! So much more enjoyable than my former 1.8 gpm. It feels like the full flow, “real” showers of yesteryear!
Aaron Muir Hamilton (verified owner) –
1.25gpm doesnt seem like a lot, but it’s plenty with this design; I think it could probably work with even less.
Way better showering experience than my previous 2.5gpm head. The trickle valve works a treat, and can be set half-way for a middle ground between trickling and showering.
I used a pliers-wrench to install it; took just a couple minutes and it didn’t scuff or scratch.
Tom Johnson (verified owner) –
Excellent product and customer service! Well-made, simple design..I’d expect this product to last for decades. And, Made in
the USA! Just installed my second shower head.
Matt (verified owner) –
A simple, solid piece of engineering. Works perfectly.
Brian (verified owner) –
I had purchased one of these about 8 months ago to see how I would like the 1.5 gpm flow. I do not notice any difference while shower from my older 2.5 gpm flow shower head, but I do notice that there is less water building up on the shower pan and flowing down the drain. It does produce a little more noise but much. I have since purchased a second one of these shower heads for my other bathroom. I also like the metal construction.
Benjamin (verified owner) –
I’m glad I found High Sierra and have started recommending to friends.
The pipes in our house need to be replaced and probably the municipal water isn’t the greatest. It isn’t uncommon for us to have to replace showerheads every so often which is all too easy to do. Showerheads from big box stores are cheap and inexpensive; the materials used in their construction reflect that. This isn’t the case with High Sierra products. We also bought an adjustable extension and I’m certain these are going to last us a long while. I opted for an included trickle valve and it’s very convenient, my water usage has dropped significantly. So glad I stumbled onto High Sierra while looking beyond Home Depot for a new showerhead. Win-win.
Anonymous –
I ordered a second Classic WaterSense 1.8 gpm with the trickle valve for the other bath because I liked the way it looks and the feel of the spray. Mainly I like having the trickle valve, because it makes me mindful while showering by letting me lather up and not waste water.
Craig Siefkas –
I bought a ‘low flow’ shower head in the early 1990’s, 2.5gpm and sprayed in a cone. I checked onto a Navy Cruiser, and one our berthings four showers was missing a shower head. I put my nearly new one on and found I couldn’t use it because everyone else liked it also. Wound up getting two more. I’ve been using that same shower head for thirty years, but the rubber gasket finally started deteriorating. In searching for a replacement gasket, I came across these High Sierra shower heads. I got a 1.5 gpm and found it does NOT spray in a cone. It is not a bad pattern, but not like the one I’ve used for thirty plus years. The pattern is narrower, the droplets seem to be larger, and the spray not as cutting but what I personally feel is too much flow. I was talking to my brother, a greens-keeper, and he sent me a picture of one of the golf course hose nozzles they use to water greens. I sent him my 1.5 gpm and ordered a 1.25 gpm with the shut-off. To be honest, without the label and nozzle color I wouldn’t be able to tell the difference between the two as far as flow and pattern go. I had become quite adept at taking my old shower head apart to remove scale and replace o-rings, will be nice to not have to do that with this one.
Some things of note: the head will ‘flop’ if it isn’t tightened on the shower arm adequately, and too tight means the head is quite difficult to adjust.
The head is several inches long, about twice the length of my old cone type — If I ever redo the shower, I will raise the shower arm at least a few inches higher.
Cost: This head is pricy — but I wouldn’t have bought two if I didn’t think it was worth it. Almost every component is made in the U.S.A. and it is worth it to support my neighbors and save water. Also, as I mentioned the rubber gasket giving out, I asked that they send a spare gasket along, which they did with no issues. I really appreciate that service.
D.Hall (verified owner) –
Excellent product that works great and saves water! I bought the Classic 1.5 shower heads . There was a mix up in the order and the customer service I received was great. We are completely satisfied customers and will buy again from this company.
Sandra Costell (verified owner) –
Excellent shower head, focused spray, low flow, and attractive brass finish. Just what I wanted. And quick delivery.
Homer Temple (verified owner) –
Man, these shower heads are GREAT! I installed them in about 5 minutes, each. Very easy. They look better than those flying-saucer types everybody is selling. Very sleek & sexy. And they work absolutely as advertised! I actually take shorter showers now. My wife likes hers & we’re very happy. And made here, for the most part. I’ll recommend them to anyone!
John M (verified owner) –
I’ve tried low flow showerheads in the past and they’ve been disappointing to say the least. As my water rate keeps getting higher, I decided to try again and found High Sierra’s product. The fact that it’s mostly made in the USA added to my interest. I didn’t test the flow rate after I installed it so I can’t attest to how close it is to 1.5 GPM but as a shower head, it works great. So much so, I ordered another on in polished brass to go with the plumbing in a second bathroom and will soon be ordering two more of them.
Anonymous –
Due to water restrictions in NorCal we purchased the 1.5 GPM shower head with the trickle toggle. We are very happy with it and would recommend it to anyone looking for a way to conserve some water.
Anonymous –
This showerhead is AWESOME. I live in a 1950s apartment building in DC. We are lucky to have good water pressure, but the showerhead I had before was sad. Purchased this at 2.0 gpm–it is a totally different experience. Honestly, the best shower I have ever had. Just buy it.
Thein Soe Win (verified owner) –
Have been a customer of this company’s products for ten+ years. Good, solid products and this one is the same. Saves water but provides a satisfying shower. Buy with confidence.
Kathy (verified owner) –
I’m not as pleased as I’d hoped. I chose 2GPM, and that was perhaps my mistake. The margins of shower spray are too uneven. When I try to rinse my face, it wets my hair in random places. The spray is comfortable and I feel it does a good job when rinsing my washed hair, but the random spray edges is a bother. I will keep the shower head, as it’s very well made. But, I’ll put it on my outdoor shower instead.
Roy Mingus (verified owner) –
Exceeds expectations! This is an metal so many shower heads are plastic. Our house has plastic water pipes so it is low water pressure. This shower head is a perfect fit. I bought this shower head because I was watching Youtube channel Life Uncontained and they were installing one in their shower. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qT4nO_nBd8c
Anonymous –
The shower head works well. The service I got before purchasing was exceptional.
Kevin D (verified owner) –
I was looking online for water saving shower heads for my house built in the 1850’s, and since I was using well water and had limited water pressure, was not looking for water saving aeration models. My research led me to the High Sierra brand and I ordered one for my basement where I showered, and a second hand held model for my elderly mother on the first floor shower. I recently ordered a third HS model for the second floor shower that is for campers and RV’s. The engineer that designed these High Sierra models is a genius and deserves the patents and the profits that come come with great product design. There are models and finishes for every possible shower installation. High Sierra shower heads get my highest recommendation!
Sean W (verified owner) –
I bought this to replace a Niagara Conservation (1 GPM to 1.5GPM) shower head that died after four months of use. I did have to lower the volume of water coming out of the 1.25 GPM Sierra Showerhead due to the volume coming out being more than my small hot water heater (Tiny House) could make, but the pressure and spray pattern are amazing. I have the shower mixer set to 1/2 way and it provides plenty of pressure and hot water. Keep up the great work!
Also the shower head looks like a piece of art too, excellent machining.
Sarah –
I was blown away by the minimal packaging and the small size of the unit itself. The flow is great and I find that I have to mix in much more cold water to get the right temperature so I am not only using less water but also less hot water. I love this product and this company!
Madonna (verified owner) –
I used this showerhead to replace a large conventional showerhead in my upstairs bathroom that was struggling to maintain strong water pressure. The High Sierra showerhead consistently delivers better pressure than the previous showerhead – and saves water at the same time!
Bill Krumbein (verified owner) –
Now both our showers are equipped with your 1.5 GPM shower heads. When we decided to put in a new shower, purchasing one of your shower heads was a no brainer. Top quality throughout.
John McCaffree (verified owner) –
Really pleased with the amount of flow for a 1.8 gpm head. Small but effective for a water saving head. Made in USA is a plus too.
Anonymous –
Simply the best low volume shower head on the market. My wife andf I remodeled out bathroom and used matte black fixtures throughout. High Sierra painted the fixture matte black for me. Big thank you to High Sierrra
William A. Jokela (verified owner) –
I replaced an old restricted flow shower head with a trickle valve because the trickle head was starting to fail. No matter which position the trickle valve was in a fine stream of water would spray, on the window curtain in the bathroom oror on the shower stall in tbe other direction. It was also partially plastic. My new shower head is brushed nickel with a high quality appearance. The spray is very even and the trickle valve has no leaks arround the fitting no matter the position. I am very pleased and would highly recommend this shower head.
Michael B, –
Just got this today. Installed it and I’m pleasantly surprised at the size of the droplets. Very strong stream for a restricted flow shower head. I would;
l would highly recommend one of these to anyone.
Justine Zimiles (verified owner) –
Very happy with the showerhead!! The water pressure somehow seems better than our old 2.5 gal/min shower head. I was worried about prior commenters saying the product was noisy but I don’t find that the case at all.
David Malcolm (verified owner) –
Thanks Justine for your honest review. In the majority of shower stalls the High Sierra shower head should be only slightly louder than a conventional shower head. However, in small number of cases the significantly lower flow rate of the High Sierra can result in a louder sound. When the noise is particularly bothersome we recommend changing the High Sierra to a different flow rate which nearly always corrects the problem. Best Regards, David Malcolm
Steve S. –
After three attempts to find a shower head that would be appropriate for our small shower, we have finally found success with the High Sierra 1.5 model. It installed quickly and easily and has exceeded our expectations with a pleasant stream great for hair washing. A wonderful product!
Anonymous –
Best on the market for the last 10 plus years that I have used them. I continue to buy for friends and the environment.
GTOCharlie –
Works great and saving on water use.
Katie –
Finally found this gem of a shower head. Although it lacks the individual beaded streams of water that a larger shower head would produce, the pressure is awesome and we’re not wasting a ton of water every time we take a shower. Does not disappoint.
SojuTX –
We went with the 2.0 GPM, and we both love it. The water comes out in a strong blast and the droplets are larger enough to retain their heat and drench us. Beautiful, modern look in brushed nickel. I can’t wait to take a shower everyday.
Michael R. –
I was a little shocked at how small this was when it arrived but when I turned it on, wow! It provides a very forceful stream of water that is just right for those who like a little more than the trickle usually associated with water efficient showers. In fact, sometimes its hard to believe that this one is! It is slightly louder than some other shower heads but not at a level that is really noticeable or bothersome. Would definitely recommend buying.
HP –
Smallest shower head I’ve head, but was amazed by the water pressure and even felt like it warmed up much quicker then other shower heads Ive had. Highly recommend this product.
Chino –
Love it! Precisely what I was looking for. Living +5000 ft. high, water pressure is diminished. The High Sierra solved the problem, taking a shower is like being under a waterfall!
Nivramelad –
I have tried many different shower heads this one here I love the way it feels standing under the water it’s just very relaxing
RLW01 –
The reviewers who spoke to low pressure and this unit — thanks! More than right. This replaced a 1.5 gpm that I installed in 2009; it needed more than a calcium clean – it needed newer technology. This has it in spades. We like invigorating showers; this delivers. We live in an old house with some 100 year old plumbing; this compensates for the lower pressure and then some. Don’t know its longevity; but for now, it’s just what we were hoping for.
Mark G. –
We live in an area prone to drought. Before installing this showerhead I was using an older showerhead which I had removed the limiter from. Great pressure but very wasteful of water. Now I get the best of both worlds. This showerhead which was the 1.8 GPM version puts out a ton of water pressure, without wasting water. (I will say that the 1.5 GPM version was a little less luxurious in terms of water flow.) I put this on a Delta extension arm, and it’s fabulous. Highly recommended if you want to save water without feeling like you’re standing in a trickle.
R. Spain –
Top quality material with a flow system that looks as though it could not clog. I am planning to use it for many years.
Amazon Customer –
Works great. We have no issues w running out of hot water now
DRS –
I just finished my first shower with this incredible little shower head. I have tried all the latest, greatest heads that claimed to save water without compromising a refreshing shower. Never, have I found a head that releases such a heavy flow of water and is actually saving a ton of water. My current 2.5 gpm head puts out a hard but somewhat stinging showers. This head feels like it is putting out 3 or 4 gpm. I almost feel guilty for wasting so much water but I actually saved gallons. Buy this or I will refund your money!
Amazon Customer –
When I purchased the shower head, I removed it from the package and it felt as if the ball that controls the angle of the showerhead was too loose but once I installed the showerhead, (which was very simple to do), the item works very nicely. We are on our own well, so the water pressure has been low. This item makes the water pressure much better. I would recommend this product to anyone.
Anne Gormley –
Very happy with the product and noticed a nice drop in our water/ oil bill.
Gulfcoastkimbo –
Amazing. Still can’t believe it’s only 1.5 gpm. We installed this in a vintage camper with a 6 gal water heater, and we have hot water for at least 5 minutes CONTINUOUS. In fact, quite a bit longer because we have to use the trickle valve to slow down the water pressure – it’s that good. No need to trickle while lathering. We have more than enough hot water to take a relaxed and comfortable shower, shampoo and all.
Paula J. KELLY –
If you want a low flow showerhead with force, look no further! I wanted to reduce use in order to save hot water in a large rental home. I received this shower head and ordered four more. High quality and super easy to install.
Flip flop lover –
Very happy with shower head. Easy to install and and it conserves water usage.
JayCee0055 –
High quality finish that doesn’t dull with multiple cleanings, good output that I have home tested and is accurate at 1.5 gpm. These are expensive shower heads, but they deliver as promised and provide an effective amount of water for bathing. Would recommend.
Eric Scherstrom –
Great pressure for low flow
Amazon Customer –
This is a great showerhead, especially for the price. It was exactly what I was looking for and exceeding expectations so far.
user1029 –
This shower head is small, looks and feels sturdy, was trivial to install, and works as advertised.I went from a 2.5gal adjustable (turn a screw to change pressure/spread) to this, and I feel like I get more drenched now even though I’m using less water. I think the spray is more concentrated; I feel like I’ve had to adjust settings for the hot water to be a little less hot.The shower head is a little noisier than the old one I had, but not enough to be a problem for me.
Hex –
This shower head is great! Reminds me of the shower heads they have at LA Fitness. I couldn’t believe my shower went from a gentle trickle to high pressure and it only uses 1.5 gps. I loved my rainfall showerhead but it used 2.5 gps. Anyway, it’s a good shower head but a little too pricy.
Amazon Customer –
Love the shower head. Great quality materials easy to install would definitely buy another one!!
Bill –
After using a 2 gpm shower head, I had my doubts about a 1.5 gmp. After constantly cleaning the small holes in my ‘name brand’ head, I read about the unique design of this unit. As a mechanic, I just HAD to open it up to see the difference. The machining is as meticulous on the inside as the finish on the outside. Our well pump kicks on at 30 lbs. and off at 50 lbs. of pressure. You could feel the pressure change with the old head. With the High Sierra, the pressure is constant. After a shower the old head used to drip onto the tub spout below and leave water spots. When you turn the water off, the High Sierra empties with a short dribble and that’s it – no more drops. The ‘feel’ is more like a 2.5 gpm flow, but the stream going to the drain is MUCH smaller than before. I like that the spray pattern is more focused which makes for easier rinsing. One review complained of the spray being too intense and stinging. Well, perhaps with a sunburn – but I prefer to exit the shower feeling invigorated and refreshed, not just ‘wet’. The flow is not wimpy but it’s not a car wash nozzle either. The trickle valve lets you choose to reduce the flow all the way down to a true trickle. With a 220V well pump not kicking on as often, and a 220V water heater not having to heat as much water, the High Sierra will reduce the electricity usage. The shower head may be small, simple and seem a little expensive for its size until you consider the superb craftsmanship, water & electricity savings and how many prototypes they had to machine until this design was perfected. It IS unique. It IS different. But after the first shower, you’ll be sold on this High Sierra shower head. We’re getting another for the other bathroom, and telling family & friends about High Sierra. Really – it’s that good.
Amazon Customer –
This is by far the best shower head you can buy. I went from a light rain to a firehose. Love this!
Deb –
We have a well with plenty of pressure, however, it has a low recovery rate. We decided to give this a try, and WOW were we impressed! Comes out strong, and consistent. Has a pretty good pivoting radius.We did however decide to return the single unit and replaced with the same that included the hand wand and extension hose for ease of cleaning the tub and shower. This works the same with full pressure and flow.
anhoh –
I wanted to do my part to reduce fossil fuel and water use but I was skeptical of a low flow shower head as the ones years ago were terrible and not enough power to rinse soap off. I must say I am surprised and really pleased at how strong a flow of water comes out of this. It is more powerful than the kohler head my shower came with. Provides a perfect width spray and more than adequate to rinse hair and skin easily. I will not miss the normal shower heads at all. Some reviews said its “loud” – I am sensitive to noise and it is by no means loud. Its slightly more sound than a regular shower but nothing disturbing in any way. Really well designed, solid piece of plumbing. Buy it and save on heating and water bills.
RAZ –
Best shower head ever! Save money and it feels so good. I use to hate long showers. Now, I can easily spend hours showering. It feels so good in your skin too! Cons, if you are not a fan of loud-ish showers then this might be for you. I don’t mind, and it’s well forth the mild increase in loudness this little shower head gives in comparison to amazing shower you will get!
toni m foster –
When it arrived I was quite skeptical because it is so small. After it was installed, I was so happy with the pressure from this small shower head. It is so much better than my old one. I recommend it to all who want a great shower experience.
Realist –
Best shower head ever used, unfortunately would not work with my unusual circumstances
Joshua M. Moore –
This showerhead is amazing for 1.5 GPH. The flow is really nice.
Amazon Customer –
Unlike most water saving shower heads that either produce a very misty spray or a very week trickle of water, the High Sierra’s High Efficiency Low Flow Showerhead provides a concentrated stream that feels fabulous and at the same time allows you to rinse soap off easily. I was worried that a 1.8 gpm flow would be too low to do a good job, but I was wrong. It does a fantastic job and the shower experience is great. Even for folks who don’t care about conserving water would like this shower head. Highly recommend this product for all showers .
Mac –
I like that this head uses only 1.5 gpm of water. It gives a really strong stream of water.
Cjbat –
Good overall. The 4 was the material didn’t seem as heavy duty as I would like and the spray pattern was not able to be adjusted (or perhaps I missed something).
Peter V –
I like the simple elegance of this shower head.The shower experience is pretty good too. Even with the faucet only half open, I get a good, soaking shower. It feels like a soft rainfall w big drops.I feel like it’s saving lots of water, especially when we keep the faucet half open.
Bratman –
Just need to narrow the spray
BDS –
This is small but is wonderful!! So much nicer than ones which all the holes. Feels like a waterfall. Excellent pressure.
SLP123 –
Much stronger spray than expected. Hot water lasts so much longer. I’m going to get the 1.5 for our other bathroom.
Amazon Customer –
Good pressure
ron m –
The whole family loves this shower head great pressure large and powerful spray pattern all at 1.5gpm awesome
Long Beach CA –
Don’t know what else you could want at 1.5gpm. We just bought a second of these for another bathroom.
Amazon Customer –
I’ve never spent $50 on a shower head before so I read the reviews and researched. It works as promised. Better pressure than my 2.5 and while saving 1 GPM, this will pay for itself. All metal, can feel the quality.
Amazon Customer –
Yes
The Professor –
We have a septic tank and need to limit our water usage. I bought two of these heads for our two showers. They are not a luxurious stream like the heads we have, but they sure seem to save water. The water they provide is more than ample for showering.
Bruce –
Shower head works quite well. Water comes out under good pressure in a cone shaped pattern
A. Fabricant –
this is our second one. We also put one in our vacation home in Ct. It is an awesome spray and you can even see the drops…large drops like you would not believe. And only 1.5GPM and it feels like it is 3.0GPM. It is amazing and installs in minutes without tape unless you have a real bad pipe and then you can use tape. I hope everyone gets one because it is the only one made that I am aware of that has this force of water so that you do not have to turn your water valve wide open.
Alex T. –
Great flow (got the 1.8 GPM flow rate), super easy to install, good nozzle mobility, made in USA!
Jim Anthony –
I couldn’t believe that the flow was just 2 GPM because it seems like a lot more, so I tested it with a stopwatch and gallon bottle. Yup, right at 2 GPM. A little pricey, but well worth the cost because of the design, quality, and water savings.
outlaw1 –
Was concerned before purchase about water pressure. It’s not an issue for us. I now own 2 of these. I just wish they were a little cheaper.
michael sullivan –
The water flow for a 1.5GPM shower head is very good and the trickle valve makes it easy to stop the flow while lathering up. I’m glad I changed over from the cheaper low flow shower head I had before.
Ryan –
Been working great for many years! Love it.
Mark A. Box –
Very well made and solid shower head. Was so impressed with the quality of this product I purchased another for our other bathroom. Highly recommended for savings on your utility bills.
Collin –
My family’s lived with this low-flow showerhead for over a year. It’s simply amazing how well it works while using only 1.5 gallons per minute. I tested the flow rate and found 1.5 gpm is accurate. No complaints at all from family, a big surprise. The way the water flows is as effective as anything at getting shampoo out of long hair. It’s made in USA by a California company and local machine shop. The materials have held up well. My area had moderately hard water. No clogs, minimal scaling. Save yourself the cost of water, the energy used to heat hot water and the energy used to bring potable water to your home. This is the real deal. I recommend it on commercial building projects.
mark –
nice
John C. –
Like the quality, easy install, best size for my tub’s shower with good flow. Combined with a shower shut off valve, in matching finish, no leaks, just hand tight.
Roy Hobbs –
Ordered the 1.8 and it works exactly as advertised. Only reason it is not 5 stars is that we have to reduce the water flow in order to remove the high pitch whine. The good thing is that barely affects the great flow of this shower head.
Byron B. –
Saves water and creates a strong mist when using. One thing I noticed is because there is a mist, the heat is diffused and I do tend to turn up the water heat a little more.
Ron K –
The goal was a good, strong, spray while reducing the total water volume used. This does that.Pros:- good, strong, spray- significant reduction in water volume- straightforward install- solid metal constructionCons:- pricey- spray generates a low volume spray outside the intended core stream, so it puts water around more widely at the nozzle than a traditional shower head. You get wet reaching around the main spray stream and areas above the shower head get wet. Work around is to aim the shower head down more than the prior shower head.
Amazon Customer –
I love this shower head, it really saves water, & still has a powerful spray.
Tcart driver –
Beautifully made and provides a decent shower on 1.5 gpm. It is expensive but worth it to me.
C. D. Waage –
This is a great product. It feels pretty much just like a regular shower. I didn’t notice that it was harder to shower or that I got a lower quality rinse. I did notice that there was almost no water going down the drain. It was shocking how little water drains out which means it’s using a lot less water.The only thing that kept it from getting five stars is that it looks sort of like a simple hotel showerhead. My lady friends would be happier with a fancier looking showerhead.
Krista Malone –
This showerhead puts out a tremendous stream yet also saves a ton of water. It can be a little rough, but I like that.
Cynthia A. Springford –
We ordered this low flow shower head to save on the amount of water we are using. My husband installed it easily in minutes. The water pressure exceeded our expectations. I think it is even better than our old showerhead. It’s only been a few days, but we’re looking forward to being more efficient and reaping the benefits of conserving water.
M. Brown –
This shower head gives great showers, but uses much less water. The valve that allows you to turn the water to a trickle while you soap up is especially helpful.
Jose Moran –
Absolutely love this shower head so far. I also love saving money which this shower head is helping me do. Highly recommend this shower head to anyone browsing these reviews. Upon opening the box you will know right away this is a high quality product.
Kevin B Holbrook –
AMAZING!!!!!! Twice the pressure of my old 2.5gpm shower head !! Great pattern, doesn,t wet my floor when the door is opened . Buy this one , it IS worth the extra money !!!!!!
bigbear2592 –
I like the amount of water I save and yet have enough water pressure for a proper shower. I bought four shower heads for all of my four showers.
Amazon Customer –
Finally a shower head that doesn’t clog!
runnz –
I thought I was buying a puny 1.5gpm showerhead to save water. This thing is far more enjoyable than any 2.5gpm I’ve ever experienced……….what a pleasure. It’s very well crafted, solid metal, heavy in your hand. Installs in 2 minutes.
LT –
Great shower head! Very powerful!
Jeffrey C. –
The best lower flow head.
Joseph T. Thering –
I, like many other people who reviewed this product, thought I received the wrong model with a much higher flow rate. I’m still incredulous, so I’ll be conducting a test but it’s the most satisfying shower head I’ve used, regardless of efficiency.Key things to note:1. It has very consistent coverage so you spend less time waiting for the water to be effective, which is common for many low-flow heads. Shorter shower.2. It is not one of those high pressure/mist types. It does not sting and does not create a cold mist, causing you to crank up the hot water to compensate. Less heating of water.3. It seems like a lot more water is flowing through it that there really is.
John C. Petrovato –
This is a really awesome showerhead. Not only does it use less water than traditional heads, but it appears to have much stronger pressure. Perhaps not for everyone as the stream is kind of chaotic bursts – but I love the way it feels.
David –
After reading many glowing reviews, I figured I’d give the shower head a shot. I was skeptical about it when I received it because it is rather small, and looked like a no frills inexpensive piece. In 5 minutes my mind was changed, the spray pattern was wide with tremendous pressure. It replaced a Delta rain fall shower head, and I am never going back.
mjo41232 –
A little tough shelling out the money on one of these but these are hands down the best low flow shower heads. You won’t notice much of a difference compared to a standard one. It is a little noisier than a standard head but the water savings is well worth it. Fit and finish on this are very precise and high quality. I’m using this with a dual head setup. The fixed head is using this with a wand using a standard head.
karen3678 –
Works great and saves water so…… only real downside is the cost. A bit pricey. Easy to install. Remove other head and screw this one on.
Amazon Customer –
Super shower head. Best I have ever used.
Chris –
Its hard to review this when coming from a regular shower head. It seems to save water and the pressure was much better than another head we tried. Worth the money overall.
wawiii –
I grew up in an old house, with terrible water pressure. I never knew the value of a good daily shower till I moved out. Consequently, I always dreaded visiting home for any extended period of time due to the terrible showers. More recently, I took to buying a number of different shower heads to remedy the issue. This is the only one that produced a noticeable improvement. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a good low flow head, or to anyone dealing with terrible water pressure/flow.
Jim$ter –
Get the 1.5 shower-head and be prepared to be amazed whether you have low or high pressure this thing kicks butt. I was worried because my GF has massive hair and needs a lot of pressure/water to rinse it out. I went from a 2.5 rain shower-head to this 1.5 shower-head and this thing beats it by a mile. I don’t know how they designed this thing but its amazing!! Just buy this thing now and be prepared to love your shower again!
PJ –
Very solid, heavyweight shower head. Tested and it flowed precisely 1.5 gallons in 60 seconds. The spay pattern makes very good use of that 1.5 gpm – doesn’t feel any different than our old 2.5 gpm shower head. It is a very full pattern with heavy spray – doesn’t feel like a fine mist or anything like that. Easily gets soap out of long hair. No residual dripping after it has been shut off. Definitely would buy again.
FunkIE –
What can I say I was leery about spending the 40 bucks. And since I live in California I had to get the 1.8 GPM. This little beauty is well worth it! If you look inside there’s a modification to be had then it’s magic!
phil –
Just the weight while holding this nozzle in your hand tells you it’s rock solid. Easy to install and it evenly spreads the water for great coverage. A quality product.
JD758 –
Nice product
Daniel R Smith –
Real nice spray, works as expected, should save lots of money on the water bill.
Vance Berreth –
Bought to save water, reviewed because I like love the spray!The spray is somewhat of a fine mist, yet has 0 problem rinsing.This is a tried and true design.
Sue –
Love it this far. Hoping to save water, and $ on water bill.
Kelley Hershey –
plenty of pressure and allows hot water to be turned back.
bhigdog –
Excellent quality
Human man –
Great quality, and very substantial construction.
Matt –
I’ve been doing testing on a number of showerheads as part of an energy savings project and thus far this one’s the clear winner. I did have issues with my first one that was running at around 1.7GPM, but they sent a free replacement that hit’s 1.5GPM EXACTLY…which is slightly suspicious, especially because I spoke with them about it being for a larger project over the phone before they sent the replacement. Either way, new one is essentially perfect. I did notice a few drips coming from the ball joint, but nothing that really worries me.Components are solid metal for the most part, and there are only a few of them, so this thing should be about as durable as these things get. The pressure at the nozzle is higher than even the 2.5GPM head I tested and I’ve heard no complaints of being able to wash thick hair, which is the only 1.5GPM unit I can say that about. Yes, the price is a little high compared to other ones, but due to the construction you likely won’t have to replace it, or clean it for a very, very long time. That mixed with the fact that you won’t get so many complaints that you need to get a higher flow showerhead means the water/heating savings will likely result in you saving a fair bit of money in the long run.Long story short, I’d buy it again.
rubenzdotnet –
I like knowing I’m saving water and feeling cleaner at the same time.
AnTic –
Water saving and event when the head looks small they have a system to spread the water in a mid-wide option
NATHAN CROSS –
You will not even know that it is low flow with the water pressure this thing puts out..I would not even consider this low flow considering the ones I have tried and just dribble out when u try to shower.. this shower head is amazing
Jon E. –
Has a nice water feel, for a low flow.
RG –
I have both the 1.8 and new 2.0 GPM versions. Both have powerful spray on well water, hopefully they can withstand hard water…time will tell. I actually prefer the 1.8 because it has more force, but wife has long hair and she likes the 2.0 due to more rinsing capability. The 1.8 is louder than the 2.0, but again, both are great and well worth the high cost to me.
SplitEdit –
Only used for a few days, but so far, so good. Works well, very simple design, produces a satisfying and relatively gentle spray (I have the 1.5GPM version). The design is simple and ingenious. A simple ball joint with a hole cut through it, held in place with a rubber bushing. The only part that can really go bad is the bushing–because it’s rubber. And as long as the hole itself doesn’t plug up, the lack of a screen prevents clogging. It’s nicely finished, slick-looking, easy to aim, and I like that it’s made in the USA.
FG –
I was optimistic about this shower head meeting our needs both from the many positive reviews and from what I understood about its design. I was not disappointed. We have well water with relatively low pressure and a level of hardness which frequently caused clogging of our old shower head. I hoped that the High Sierra design would focus the spray more centrally and provide greater pressure for a more effective shower. It does that remarkably well. I hope that the clogging problem will also be eased by the single aperture design, but time will about that. My wife was skeptical about the High Sierra but her reaction after using it: “Remarkable!” I concur with all the positive reviews and strongly commend the company which designed and produces this product. Highly recommended!
Buelo –
I have had a similar showerhead for many years and it broke. I was happy to find this one and it worked perfectly.
Scott –
I found the water flow pleasantly strong event though it contained 40% less water than the stream from my old shower head. Honestly, I think it feels like a stronger flow because the old head had been pretty low pressure.I’d been concerned that it might feel harsh or abrasive, but I haven’t experienced that at all.It’s a really elegantly simple design, and I agree with other reviewers that installation was trivial.The trickle-valve feature to turn off the water flow for part of the shower is really convenient and easy to use. I wasn’t really getting much good from the water flow in between rinses, and this makes it easy to avoid wasting water there without losing the water temperature mix that I’d set.The only downside is that you do have to set the water temperature knob higher to feel the same temperature as the water hits the skin. I’d guess that’s because the water is more diffused into separate sprays and so it rushes past more air that it can impart heat to before reaching the washer’s body.
DinoSaur –
Works as advertised and would definitely buy again.
Big sally –
Fantastic water pressure from this. I am VERY happy.
Glenn rousseau –
High Quality
Thomas H. –
I was amazed at how well this showerhead really works. My master shower has always had low water pressure and I thought I would have to keep dealing with poor-performing low-flow showerheads forever. I gave High Sierra a chance, mainly based on product reviews and the look of the showerhead. What was pleasantly surprising is how powerful this little gem is! Now the water stream gives full coverage all the way to the back of my shower. It is also quite refreshing, like standing under a warm high-volume waterfall! I would definitely recommend this product.
Curtis –
I bought this on the recommendation of WIrecutter.Wirecutter recommended the 1.5gpm model, but I was a little leary since my old showerhead was a 2.5gpm, so I got the 1.8.It is freaking great, and hard for me to believe it is 1.8 as it feels like more than the old 2.5gpm. I need to try the 1.5gpm!!
Robert W. Robbins –
It’s really that simple. t’s made a good shower a great spa-like shower and I’m saving money by using less water.
ninja_hamster –
This showerhead does not look like much but, it works very well. it literally feels like you are washing your self in a rain shower. It works very well with low water pressure and feels like you are cleaning yourself. I can definitely say, this is one of those purchases I will never regret. Seriously if you want just a basic shower head, this is the one to get! No other cheap one will beat this thing!
outlaw1 –
I just wanted to save money on my water bill, but not sacrifice water pressure. This did it.
Pen Name –
Been using for a few weeks now. So far so good..have 5 kids so any water savings is gonna be significant. Well..if it truely does save water. I will edit my review when the water bill comes in. Smart design for a shower head too, like out of a power wash type technology. But not rough feeling when it hits your body.
Jeremy Faulkner –
I ordered this shower head to reduce the water consumption in our house. I was initially concerned about dropping the pressure to far and having trouble rinsing our hair and such. This thing exceeded our expectations! We cannot tell the difference from our old 2.5 GPM shower head vs. this 1.5 GPM shower head. Our water consumption has decreased a lot however! My wife has long thick hair and she loves it as well!! if you are looking for water consumption reduction without sacrificing usability then this product is perfect for you! I purchased 2 of these for both of our bathrooms.
Jeriberries –
High quality product I would buy again and again and again
markh –
Used for install with a tankless hot water heater so flow rate was important. I was worried that it would not deliver a shower acceptable to my wife but she loves it. Top notch quality and delivers water just as advertised. Don’t hesitate if you are worried. It delivers as promised.
Snake eyes –
Simple to install and kept simple.Works well but gets more misty the further you get away. Like a couple feet feels like a normal shower but 3-4 feels like a high powered mist (not the greatest feeling)Yes a small bit of noise but not a big deal.Once you get used to it works fine for a low flow showerhead
Virginia Guy –
This company takes pride in their products. The unit was well built with a flawless chrome finish. I am already seeing the water usage savings. I will be buying more in the future. To the company: Thank you for not selling below-average crap made in China.
dollyb67 –
Too good to be true. Amazing pressure. Family is LOVING this shower head. Just buy it. You won’t be disappointed.
Lindy –
Nothing miraculous, but it was an improvement. The build quality is very solid, and it looks great. The 2nd outside shower head now is usable.
Daryl S. Zabel –
Just received this today- installed it(simple) and I am very pleased with the quality, water flow and aesthetic. I would definitely buy again!
J. Taylor –
Have it installed in an RV and the flow is excellent. Best shower head I’ve ever had in an RV.
Harold –
My wife, who is very wary of low flow shower heads, likes this one. Enough said.
Amazon Customer –
This is my first review of any product ever.This shower head was that worthy.Buy.
HAROLD BLUE JR –
sleek look, works well, noticed a difference in water bill which is good
fast –
We live on the side of a mountain and before the water company put a new water tank in up the hill, our pressure sucked so I had pulled the reducer out of our old cheap plastic head. Now that we have great pressure I noticed that we were using more water, running out of hot water and clogging up the drain. I used the fill a bucket for 10 seconds method to figure out we were using 3 gallons/minute in our shower and knew I needed something better. This head is fantastic! Saving ~$10/per quarter water billing cycle and heating only half the water used for showers so payoff will be less than one year. Pressure is great. I actually like the stream it puts out and the scratching sensation it has on my itchy back. Running out of hot water is a thing of the past and have had zero issues with water filling the tub and backing up in the drain.I highly recommend this!
Margaret B. Waites –
All I know is I got in the shower this morning and I didn’t want to get back out.
Nancy M. Vandyke –
This little shower head really does have more forceful water when showering. My other shower heads seemed so weak when showering. This really does have more force. I have closed the drain to see how much water it uses, and it definitely uses less water. I would buy again.
Aaron C –
I have typically lived in houses that were fed with a well and as such I paid no mind to water usage. I would always dig out the water savers in whatever shower head that I was using to get maximum flow. Now it wasn’t like I liked wasting water, I just liked a good shower and your bog standard 2.5 gpm shower heads do not make for a good shower. However, I now live in a house were I have to pay a monthly water bill and as such I want to keep the bill reasonable. I tried the 1.5 and the 1.8 gpm high sierra shower heads and while I liked both of them the 1.8 has that little bit of extra oomph that really makes for a nice shower. Overall I’m pleased enough with these that I no longer miss the old water waster heads.
joe a –
I was desperate to reduce my water bill after getting the first full month bill of over $400 on our vacation rental property. After reading the reviews on the High Sierra 1.5 GPM version, I figured I’d take a gamble. When my wife first looked at the showerhead, she said that thing is not going in our showers (too small and bland). I decided to take a risk and install it (which took no more than 5 minutes to remove the old one and install this model) to see what the spray coverage was like. I immediately thought they must have sent me a regular 2.5 GPM version as the spray coverage was so superior to our old 2.5 version I couldn’t believe it was just 1.5GPM. My wife, after taking a shower, asked me how much money would we save if we used these showerheads (a very good sign). After explaining that the shower water usage would be reduced by 40% (plus the reduced electricity cost for heating less water) she decided she liked them. I have installed them in all four showers and I’m looking forward to seeing the reduction in my water billing!
Steve M –
I was more apprehensive about buying this little shower head than I was when I bought my last car. That said, this little high-quality gem is well worth the price. As far as a compromised shower, it’s as satisfying as a high-volume head with no worries of running out of water if someone else is showering in the house. I was concerned that the spray pattern would get the floor wet when I was getting into the shower, but this little guy keeps the spray pattern focused nicely. It does make a bit more noise as it obliterates the water into micro droplets, but it’s not a big deal. Oh, and the trickle valve is the icing on the cake.
swoods –
Usually you do your research, pick a product that you think will be the best for you, and place an order hoping that you’ll get what’s promised. I’m glad to say that this showerhead is delivering on its promise. Easy to install, good water pressure, and savings on water and your water bill. Works for me. Thanks High Sierra, you’ve hit a home run with this product.
Kin M. Wu –
The water pressure is wonderfull. feels like being trenched in a waterfall. worked out so good that im going to buy one for my basement bathroom too.
Wineguy –
Good, powerful flow while saving water. Heavy duty construction.
Jeffrey B. Isnogle –
I love the spray pattern of this shower head. It doesn’t feel like a “low flow” head at all. I also like the fact that it is all metal…very heavy and well made. I bought one for the lake cottage and turned right around and bought one for home too.
Ronin Vato –
For years I endured the weak flow from my apartment shower head. When its plastic parts started to deteriorate, instead of asking my cheap landlord for a replacement, I sprung for one of these. WOW. That changed everything. My shower is now invigorating. High Sierra should do B2B marketing to get these in apartments and hotels everywhere.
George –
Fully lives up to the manufacturer’s promises. I will be getting a second one for the guest bedroom. Nice to see US technology making a comeback even if in this small but environmentally important way.
Fred –
We have problems with clogging normal shower heads. But, not with this one. Works great. Lots of heavy drops of water hitting you with a lot of pressure. Bought 2 more after trying this one. Swivels further than normal ones also. Kind of a narrow shower head, but wife agreed well worth it.
Baker’s Holiday –
Excellent product. Would buy again.
Science Guy –
A quality product so far (3 months). Even, powerful spray. It’s made of metal (corrosion resistant so far), so probably more durable than plastic shower heads. No internal metal water flow reducing washers to clog. Really like it.
Linda J. Adams –
We just replaced an existing low flow shower head with this one and there was an immediate noticeable improvement. The water flow feels much more forceful now. It was very easy to install. Just unscrew the old one and screw this one on, with a couple of turns with a wrench. It feels very solid and well made. Very satisfied so far!
justme –
I was so surprised at how easy this shower head was to install as well as how much power it has. I was super hesitant to try because it is 1.5gm and I have long, thick hair, but it really does work. I still have to help get the shampoo/conditioner out a little – only a little, but that is the case with any low-flow shower heads that I have used. Definitely worth it!
Amazon Customer –
Very high quality.
Amazon Customer –
This one is different—in a good way! It is more compact than other shower heads I have owned and is very well made.In the past, I have had trouble with mineral deposits eventually clogging all my shower heads. I have noticed that previous shower heads allowed water to puddle inside and I think that was the root of the problem. The High Sierra shower head seems to push all water through it as fast as it enters. Hopefully, this will solve my mineral deposit problem. Time will tell.The High Sierra shower head has a vigorous spray that feels different from other shower heads, but it is easy to get used to and is satisfying. One note: the spray has a wide pattern, so make sure your shower curtain is fully closed. Women will want to wear a shower cap to keep their hair dry. Otherwise, it will definitely get wet.
Manuel C. –
I am not one for fancy showers and what not ( specially for this price tag ), but i had to lower the water consumption at home and this is awesome, enough water and pressure to wash your hair and remove shampoo and conditioner.have to say that the price tag was TOTALLY WORTH IT!PROS:- Saves water- Really good water pressure ( unless you like taking showers with a Powered Pressure Washer )- Less water on you when you finish showering ( means faster drying towels )- Easy to install ( if you can screw and unscrew stuff then you are already an expert at installing this )- Build Construction ( this thing is SOLID really impressed by its design and function )Cons- Less water usage? <-- wasn't this the point you wanted this anyways ? :P- None
Thomas K. –
This showerhead is as advertised – it delivers a powerful spray while reducing hot water consumption. Great contribution to ways to conserve energy.
Gene –
I was skeptical despite the glowing reviews, so opted for the 1.8 instead of the 1.6. Well, I don’t know about the 1.6 but the 1.8 lives up to everything. It’s amazing that this is actually low flow (has someone actually tested it? We’re not all being duped are we? ?) – it’s on par with our old pre-regulation shower head.
A. B. Strom –
The best “low flow” shower head I’ve ever tried. I have tried a few from Be Bath and Beyond. Nothing compares to this.
Chris Gammon –
I bought this because a friend has been promoting them for a couple of years. But I’d held off until they came out with a finish that matched my shower appliances. After installing it and trying it out I wrote this to my friend: “I’m so skeptical that this is really only 1.5gpm that I’m gonna test it. Truly amazing. My wife said it puts out too much water. She normally uses a 2.5gpm hand-held unit!” I haven’t done this test yet but my friend sent me stats from others who have. He also sent a diagram on how it works. It still strikes me as some kind of witchcraft, but it DOES work as advertised.
ProductGod –
Wirecutter doesn’t get things wrong, this is really the best 1.5GPM showerhead available. The spray is incredible, the installation was easy, and the product looks great. Easy cop.
Robert Meacham –
Quick delivery, quality product, easy installation!!
Ka –
This took me about 30 seconds to install. It’s got a strong directed spray and the trickle feature works great. I’m really pleased and hope to see a decrease in my water usage. I haven’t noticed it to be loud. It does produce a lot of mist, that feels cooler initially, but I don’t mind that. It’s very well constructed.
Amazon Customer –
Works very well
Steve –
The showerhead delivers high pressure as advertised. And the trickle valve is a good option, if you want to control the flow–it’s meant to be an on/off switch but you can use it effectively for fine adjustments, too. Proactive customer service/follow up let me know about the trickle valve option for my kids. They stand behind every purchase.
Niner’s Lady –
We have had a few of these, what we call “Navy” shower heads and believe me, the High Sierra’s is BY FAR the BEST! We LOVE it! It has a nice flow, not too strong, not too weak and love the size of the water droplets. You can buy cheaper ones but this one is truly worth the extra money. If I could give it ten stars, I would.
Artist –
The combination of a powerful shower and big water savings is a amazing! Great technology.
Elisabeth Maier –
Living in an earthship I have to be careful with my use of water. This shower head is perfect, should have had it a long time ago!
John D. Leggett –
The more I use this the more I like it. Expensive but worth it. Good pressure and rinsing.
highfivescarf –
i was skeptical about the pressure of this lil guy, but bought it because of the good reviews – and they were right! perfectly great water pressure. easy to install. helps reduce your water use. great, great, great!
Umdorado –
I have a huge Electric bill every month being a NY’ker. 40% of it is Heating water. I do have a water heater that is on Fuel but i installed this Home depot Electric Unit since we are in the habit of taking a bath every day.First Impression: I was skeptical at first by looking at the size of this thing but i was proven wrong. This thing works on the principal of pressure washing.I will update the review once i see a change in my Electric bill.Also, i have a on going bet with my brother to see if it is 1.5 GPM exactly but it is just the thought of wasting water that holds us back. Come summer time or if it is warm enough to wash our car (using two bucket method) i will check the total flow per minute and update.
ProgressiveFate –
High Sierra’s All Metal 1.5 GPM High-Efficiency Low Flow Showerhead was a replacement for my dated “shower wand”. Before I switched I would always use just enough water to have a decent shower experience & now that I’ve switched I continue to set the water as I did before and am experiencing twice the pressure.I had purchased a high-efficiency showerhead years ago & it seemed more like a pressure washer rather than a shower. The High Sierra has great pressure & large drops. Happy with my purchase.
Mary –
I have dual shower heads because I wanted a better shower than I get with regular low flow shower heads. I replaced one of the 2.5 GPM shower heads with High Sierras 1.5 GPM shower head. The Sierra side feels like it has more water flow, the flow is more forceful, feels nicer, and it does a better job of rinsing the soap and shampoo. It is also an attractive shower head that looks better built (no plastic) compared to my old shower head. Summary: simple, classy, functional.
Christine –
This shower head is all that is advertised. We were skeptical at first that is was really throwing out that much water while saving it at the same time. But no water pooled in our shower like it had been doing with our other shower head. The water delivered does not sting, as reviews of similar products have relayed. It is a tiny dynamo, very easy to screw on and worth the extra money. Well made.
Leigh G –
Gives low water pressure a boost that makes it feel much more powerful. Just what I was looking for. Not available locally so Thanks Amazon!
David Mascarin –
Great shower head was skeptical at first with the 1.5 wasn’tsure if the droplets would be large enough to reach my little ones that are 4 and 7.However they even approved as they thought the droplets that were larger coming down on them felt better. Also we do I don’t have any pipe or noise whistling if we run the bath versus the shower as some reviewers has stated.
Jim Childers –
Looks good and much better spray than expected for high efficiency. Had to swap out 2.5 GPM because tankless could not heat up water in winter.
alltrade –
Works great lots of pressure
SS –
Works as advertised. I get very good pressure even when water flow turned down fairly low. The shower droplets are solid, not misty. I wouldn’t believe this was a 1.5gpm showerhead if I didn’t know. Material seems quite solid and sleek looking. I have a different high-pressure low-volume head on my other shower that I like and this High Sierra one works at least as well and looks better.
cookiemonster –
this is the 3rd high sierra showerhead i’ve purchased. 2 handheld units and this fixed showerhead.i would NEVER of considered spending so much money on a low flow showerhead but the first time i used it- i got over the sticker shock and happily bought 2 more!i have “hard” water and live in a chronically low rainfall area, the small holes on regular low flow showerheads always get clogged and inefficient. i’m super happy that it only uses 1.5 gpm even though it doesn’t feel like it at all!
Tom Farrington –
Very nice shower and super water saver
Jesus S. –
Great product very easy to install, The water pressure get higher
Man in the Middle –
I once, long ago had a very small, very high pressure water-saving shower head that I really loved. Cost a whole $10 from the local hardware store, and was labeled as coming from Europe. Ever since, I’ve been hoping to find another like it, without success, until I ordered this showhead. No, it’s not the same company, and works a bit differently, but it has the same essential small size, high pressure and good distribution of water, while using less water than most other showheads labeled as water-saving.My wife wishes I’d paid the extra to get the version with the shutoff valve, but I take really short showers, so having that feature doesn’t matter for me. I would, however, add it if buying again.Note: There is also an older 1.5GPM version of this at the same price, but I figure this newer version uses a bit more water because it needs to for happy customers, and chose accordingly, with no regrets.Highly recommended!
Mark J –
The quality of this shower head is really remarkable. Excellent pressure while still conserving water.
Silver Trumpet –
Saves water without sacrificing water pressure. Looks great and easy installation.
BobW –
Good, strong shower. Quality construction.Stream is a bit narrow as opposed to my old Kohler Forte – but that used 2.5GPM
Sudsy –
Replaced an old shower head with this energy saving one.Easy to install and works great.
kerbe –
I’m one of those people who changes light switches and showerheads and faucets – even in rental apartments – because I like to use devices that meet my needs. This means that, over the years, I’ve tried more than a dozen different showerheads – not to mention the ones I’ve used in hotels and in my friends’ homes. Without a doubt, this is the very best showerhead I’ve ever used – and the only reason I stopped using it was to replace it with one of their hand-held units when my bathroom required a gut-reno!
P.D. –
I was looking to replace a similar shower head from a brand that is no longer available. This one fit the bill perfectly.Solid construction, high quality materials and water saving as well.
Amazon Customer –
a+
Diane Begreen –
We can’t believe this carries only 1.5 GPM. I have long thick hair and all the water saving showerheads we’ve tried could not rinse out my hair. This showerhead is heavy and extremely well made. The fact that it swivels is only a plus. This gets 5 stars without the swivel.
Brickbat70 –
I have used various low-flow showerheads over the years and this is easily my favorite. I bought the chrome version for my upstairs bathroom and liked it so much that I bought the brushed nickel for my basement bathroom. Both look great and feel solid and well-made (and they certainly look much less industrial that my previous low-flow showerheads). Of course they are a more “aggressive” flow than normal flow showerheads, so they take a few days to get used to. They’re also a bit louder, but again that seems like it’s just the physics of how low-flow showerheads must work. The “spray pattern” is great, and it doesn’t feel like there are any “blank” spots where water isn’t hitting you. Overall I’m 100% satisfied with their looks and function.
BigGene –
Replaced older less effective and not water saving Head. Saving Energy, Saving Cost and Protecting Enviorment is a New Years Goal that I now take My part in.
Hugh Katz –
Like simple product functional design. Excellent spray pressure and throw. The best.
Gustavo Quintero Sanchez –
Cambie mi anterior regadera ya que se tapaba muchisimo y opte como prueba con esta y la verdad funciona de maravilla cuando la recibi pense que no funcionaria. pero me lleve una grata sorpresa.
GREGG M RAYMOND –
A very well made, high quality product. The included directions were excellent. Within minutes, I had removed the old shower head and easily installed the new shower head. No leaking. It’s hard to believe it is high efficiency based on the quality of the shower stream. I am use to a bigger size shower head but this small solid metal one performs as well or better than larger shower heads. I was grateful to find such a great efficient shower head.
Jill Abram –
Shower has a great feel and saves water
Boxter –
I would not know that it was low-flow based on rinsing effectiveness.PROS: Provides a powerful fulfilling spray that rinses you quickly and completely. The Trickle valve OPTION works great. The switch is easy to use. It is a very effective way to save water. The additional cost for the option is pretty much the same as it would cost if you purchased a trickle cutoff separately.Looks pretty cool with its thin profile.You will likely be able to install with no tools, but a crescent wrench and Teflon Tape is always a good idea.Made in USACONS: There is no variability in the spray. (not a feature I ever used on my last showerhead) Spray is not as defined as a regular shower head. There is a heavy mist that surrounds the spray. It doesn’t bother me, but a shorter member of the household feels like it is difficult to keep her hair dry on those days she only wants to shower torso. Our shower places the head pretty high. It would not likely be a problem with a shower head that was mounted lower. Q&A say something about an optional splash guard, that was applicable to a previous design, not this one.It is louder than previous showerhead, but not crazy-loud.
Cindy H. –
This works as advertised, and it’s fine. I just wish that it generated a more powerful spray the way my old one did.
Tyler –
I had an older version with the plastic tip, this all chrome one is nicer, but both are amazing. For stall showers, these heads put out what feels like substantial water and the low flow switch is great for sudsing up. These are seriously high quality.
Gila Hiker –
Found this product at the top of “Best Low-Flow Showerheads 2018” review list. While the people rating it were overwhelmingly positive, the sample size was large enough that you could read and try to make sense of the “1’s”. Most were dissatisfaction with seller. A few simply did not like the feel of the water pattern. We love the feel of the water, proved the efficiency (we live in high desert and collect the pre-hot cold water in a bucket for other uses), love the design parameter that should make it anti-clog and love that it’s all-metal and should last. An easy 5 star rating!
Wayne Harris –
Works exactly as advertised. The spray is pleasant and feels surprising powerful. Nice to save water, electricity and money without feeling deprived. I plan to buy another our second shower.
C. J. Trayser –
We wanted a solid metal semi-low-flow showerhead with a manual off/trickle button. We’ve been using this for over a month and really like it. We picked the 1.8gpm model since we’ve not been happy with other low-flow 1.5gpm showerheads…this one has enough pressure to rinse soap and shampoo more effectively. Installation was easy with a little plumbers tape and a wrench. No, it’s not cheap, but we got tired of replacing plastic showerheads that cracked or leaked.
Robert Niemeyer –
We purchased over the years 7 of these wonderful water saving shower heads . The 1.5 or the 1.8 both have a invigorating spray. If you did not know you would think more water was coming out than there is. They work especially well if you have a tankless waterheatwr
Dr.anonymous –
Easily the best shower I’ve ever had! Love the simplicity and high quality!
N A BUCKWALTER –
Easy to install and works great. The pressure is actually higher than my old 2.5 GPM shower head, although the area sprayed is a bit smaller. Easy way to save on water and would highly recommend.
Jeff s. –
AAA+++
Amazon Customer –
I purchased three of these to replace all of the showerheads in my home. I really like the quality and feel of the shower as well as the water savings and electric to heat that water. Recommended.
Steven Hernandez –
My sister-in-law lives with us now. It really sucks. I could go into detail, but you could imagine…She takes 40 minute showers. I hate it so much. So I changed out her shower head with this. I did the shower head in our master bath at the same time because my wife takes 30 minute showers. I also hate that, but I love her enough to not complain to her. I don’t really love my sister-in-law, so I’ve started charging her for water.It has great pressure, a wide spray pattern, and doesn’t sound loud. The trickle valve is tremendous and reminds me of “combat showers” in Iraq. Only note is that due to the atomization of the water, the temperature is cooled down significantly. Be prepared to set your shower handle more towards the hot end than you used to.
Keith B. –
Low flow shower head that dos not feel like one, Evan with the rate reduced below 1.5 GPM using “Trickle valve”If you want to save water , an excellent choice.
Nom –
The shower head sprays a perfect cone of droplets. Both my wife and I really like it.
Tom –
I’m a very healthy skeptic and always take these reviews with a grain of salt. When I purchased this 1.8 gallon per minute shower head I had relatively low expectations but after my first shower I’m hooked. This is one of the best shower heads that is low flow that I have tried. Great work!
Laura martinez –
Love this and saves water ? ?
Dadlfxt –
Very low water flow but enough pressure to make for a good shower. Highly recommended.
Bob –
Although our water pressure is 83 psi, this shower head gives an excellent invigorating rinse.
WWJ –
Bought this back in 2011. Never had an issue with it. Went from getting (1) shower per tank to (2). Highly recommended.
Halfton57 –
I absolutely love this showerhead. I’ve tried different showerheads over the years and to get a decent shower I’ve had to use one that used a lot of water but this one is different… It feels like a massaging showerhead but only uses 1.8 gallons per minute which is amazing in my opinion!
N. Robinson –
Great for encouraging kids to use less water. Let’s face it, they are going to spend 30 to 45 minutes in there. Why not have them use half the amount of water? Sure, they complain about the lower water volume… but they don’t pay the bills do they? Maybe with enough use they will elect to just move out. If that happens I will post an update.
dan s –
Saving money without compromising a quality shower, just wish I got it sooner
J.A. –
I try to be pretty eco-friendly where I can, but because a morning shower is pretty important to kick off the day right, it’s also important to be comfortable. This shower head is a great blend of practical and conservative, and for a great price.FLOW & PRESSURE: As many others have said, this shower is no-frills and no-nonsense – you get one setting, one pressure, that’s it. Fortunately, the pressure is great considering the flow is significantly less than that of a typical shower head, and I actually get more pressure than the generic 2.5g head that was installed when we moved into our apartment.NOISE: Others have complained about noise, but I don’t think this is an issue at all. It’s not silent by any stretch of the imagination, but there’s no roar, squeak, vibration or anything else – just the sound of the spray, which to me is no different than any other (non-luxury) head I’ve used.TRICKLE VALVE (optional): I opted for the trickle valve, which is essentially a shut-off switch to save water when you don’t need it. It’s a quick button-press and the water comes to a halt, saving just that much more water. I like standing under the water sometimes just to feel the warmth, especially after a long run or day working outside, but there are times when it’s not necessary to have the water running, and the trickle valve makes this convenient. The best part is it’s really nice not having to fiddle with the temperature to get it just right again – there’s no excuse left at that point!SUMMARY: All in all, this is a great product for the price, it works exactly as advertised, and personally I think it looks pretty sharp. I really appreciate products that gets right to the point, and I can tell these guys’ investment went into engineering a great product, and not just into the box it comes in. I highly recommend this product, especially for anyone who loves taking long showers – this is a pretty convenient way to take a small step toward reducing water waste (or just saving money on your bill!).
abzen –
Great shower head, has all the force of a non-water saver.
jeffrey vamvakias –
This shower head is simply amazing. At less than half the flow of our old shower head, it delivers a powerful and wonderul flow of water. It’s absolutely the best shower head I’ve ever experienced. Super adjustable; it’s a joy to get in the shower. And we’re saving energy and money!
Amazon Customer –
Best shower experience. Hard to believe it’s low flow but I measured it and it’s definitely uses 40 percent less water than my old showerhead. Highly recommend.
Amazon Customer –
I recently moved into an area with high water costs so I wanted a shower head that would help keep the costs down. This was the recommended brand and couldn’t find it in stores. I bought the one with the trickle valve for a little extra, but it’s well worth it. This shower head is great! It still has great pressure for being smaller and 1.5 gpm and the fact I can turn it down is even better! Was a little higher in price, but if you save money on the water bill, it’s money well spent.
Heather –
Amazing. We had terrible water pressure at our new apartment. We added this and now it’s coming out not just harder but with a much wetter, fuller feel to it than regular shower heads.
submarine –
Got it because the apartment had a very high flow head which meant the hot water in the heater only lasted like 10 minutes. With this head I was able to regulate it, so I could take a 25 minute shower and still have hot water in the heater. I only with it came with a wrench as it is quite expensive.
K&M –
We are on well-water and this feels very nice where other shower heads were just not satisfying. Being significantly cheaper than other “low flow” luxury shower heads, and the fact that hard water doesn’t clog it up were also very welcome things as well. If I had to pick anything to complain about, it is only that the water tends to create a mist around the edges so things not in the direct path of the stream also get wet.
Amazon Customer –
Arrived quickly and installation was a breeze. Pressure is incredible for only 1.5 GPM, it’s better than my old shower head which was double the water per minute! Have got a water bill yet but I’m sure it’ll pay for it’s self in no time.
M. Creamer –
Love this showerhead! Our water bills are going up, therefore, I needed a showerhead that would help me to conserve water when showering. This one is perfect!!!!
AS –
Turned very weak low water pressure shower into something usable. Well worth the price.
Joe DesRosier –
We had low water pressure in one of our bathrooms, so I looked for a low flow showerhead that might help to resolve the trickle effect of our previous showerhead. The High Sierra 1.5 GPM High Efficiency Low Flow Showerhead uses the low water pressure efficiently and we have a real shower now that works.I liked this showerhead so much that I bought a second one for our other shower that had no issues.I’m glad to be using less water.
Bonnie Jacobson –
I wanted an all-metal shower head with a good flow and this works great.
Kim –
For such a small shower head it sure does put out a powerful spray of water! Very happy. Thank you!
jjohnohara –
Great little unit. Saves water, nice powerful flow. Would be 5 stars if the flow pattern were adjustable.
Stan S. –
This small shower head performs like a higher pressure one. The shower spray provides good body coverage. It’s nice to know that it won’t get plugged up. It’s a bit pricey but appears to be worth it with positive results.
Danny –
Bought this a few weeks ago in hopes of conserving water when showering. Beautiful, simple design and great power! Very easy to install.
Mieke –
You will not notice that this is a low water flow showerhead. The water pressure is high enough to rinse thick hair, yet, not so hard that it would sting your skin.
SJL –
great showerhead, nicely machined and crafted. works as advertised. good purchase experience all around.
E. T. Yu –
Good size water droplets. Sleek appearance.
Diego Acosta –
The best shower head in the world. I was searching the internet for the best saving shower head on the market and many articles indicated that the High Sierra was the one. They definitely were not wrong!My girlfriend tried it and was also fascinated. She can not believe how can she have such a nice shower and rinse her hair so easily with only 1.5 gallons per minute!100% recommendable !!
Bill from Richmond –
Works just like it should and it’s metal
Mike M. –
Easy install. Large water droplets mask its water saving ability. Made in USA is a plus!
Dave –
I have measured the flow as it seemed to be greater than advertised but it is right on the money. But the “feel” of the output is most excellent – seems to be a normal (more water) flow. The flow can also be adjusted by gentle pushes on the cutoff pin at the top of the shower-head. Also note that this is the 4th of these shower-heads I have installed in my house over the course of a couple of years. If I ever move, these shower-heads are coming with us.
Anon33 –
This is the best low-flow shower head I’ve ever used. With normal water pressure, the 1.8 gpm is forceful enough that I often don’t even need to open the faucet all the way (when I’m not washing my hair); for anyone with low water pressure, it should provide ample force for an enjoyable shower. Unlike the Oxygenics (which I’ve used for years), it doesn’t aerate the water so the temperature isn’t affected and I’ve been able to lower the setting on my water heater. Don’t let its small size fool you — it’s a terrific product!
J. Coats –
High Sierra makes the best shower heads in the business…I will be a lifelong customer. Quality product at a great price.
Mr.Moon –
Buy this! Help save water and the Earth!They really provide sufficient flow and pressure to feel like there is more water coming out ot if, but you are saving at least 1 gallon per minute versus a regular showerhead.There is really no downside to this, this shoud be mandatory worldwide.
JV –
Love this shower head!
Daniel Ward –
works great
Bryce –
The spray is powerful and plentiful. The piece is high quality and easy to install. I’d highly recommend this.
Alexis –
This shower head provides amazing water pressure, even though it’s low flow. Installation was super quick!
H. K –
This 1.5gpm , big as a thumb, showerhead feels like it is using more water than my old 2.5gpm one. In fact as soon as showered i did a fill test with a bottle to make sure it was 1.5gpm.There are some cons however; the spray pattern is not very well contained and water splatters much higher up the shower walls than conventional shower heads. This may be a consideration for those with hard water and glass enclosures, as it can lead to more water spots.
MothmanFromSpace –
Installation was simple, it works well, and the water pressure is just fine.
general orange sherbert –
I continue to be truly impressed with the pressure and spray this showerhead produces. Don’t let the tiny box it arrives in fool you, it works extremely well and throw a wise spray. We’re continually astounded that it’s low flow. Absolutely recommend.
Jeff B –
The spray doesn’t feel like it’s from a low flow showerhead.
Grant B –
Fantastic shower head. Best I have used. Uses lots less water but good at washing off soap or shampoo.
Karen –
Greta pressure! Only complaint is that it is a bit louder than a normal showerhead but worth it
a. garcia –
This is my second HighSierra shower head. The spray is very powerful but yet conserves water. My water bill has come down. I was concerned about the spray because I have very long hair and washing it would be problematic if the spray would just trickle out. However not the case. You will like this shower head.
mo –
outstanding product all metal and it is made in the USA!!! Love the quality of the product and it does everything it said to do!!!
Amazon Customer –
It is a very good shower head. I hope it saves water, it works just like any other shower head.
Becky Gomez –
I bought this since I have a teen who takes the longest showers and I hate policing the showers, so instead, I can make sure he’s using less water while taking his lengthy showers. My teen only said it does a better job rinsing his hair, no complaints about the shower head.
David Kevin Wood –
Amazing product. Delivers such a great, satisfying shower. Hard to believe it’s only 1.5 GPM.
Mike –
Works well with good water flow while conserving water (and, indirectly, gas)
PERRY L. SNYDER –
This is my 3rd purchase and all have been manufactured to same high standards.
R –
It works……….price is premium but it does produce droplets rather than stinging fine spray of most low flow nozzles. Heavy and well constructed.
C. Smith –
Excellent shower head. I was very worried about the water pressure on these things, considering I was going from some super powerful shower head to this little low water one. I gotta say: it DEFINITELY surprised me. I attributed it to the lack of anything in the middle, just a big open hole for water to come out of, but it feels like it has some real pressure going on.Anyhow, I got it because I have a septic tank and am a worry-wort. I didn’t want to have 5 guests all showering at 8 gallons per minute back to back to back, so we grabbed these.
VJ –
Great shower head! Very low water flow, but great coverage and feel. And not that hard stinging attack so many low flow shower heads use to over-compensate the flow challenge. I have no idea how High Sierra managed this, but am very happy with this product.
Nancy Hinton –
Great. Price point, high pressure for water saving shower head.
OK3W –
I’ve owned many shower heads . This by far is the best!! Water where I live is very expensive. I thought I would give this a try. Glad I did.
Cathleen Evans –
Terrific Product! Performs exactly as advertised. Works well with low pressure. Easy to install. Looks sharp!
JanRN –
Small but mighty!! I traded in a rain shower type head for this one because of our terrible water pressure. It used to take forever to get the shampoo out of my hair. The High Sierra is amazing and my shower time has been cut by 1/3. Highly recommend for low water pressure homes or anyone who wants a vigorous shower while saving water too!
Super Max –
Very pleased with the performance of this shower head. I like the pattern and feel of the water stream better than my old high-flow head. Unlike many water conserving shower heads this one does not feel like you are sacrificing a good shower to save water. I think the key is the larger water droplets with this head rather than the tiny streams with other brands.
William Sampson –
I was doubtful. Coming from a high end Hansgrohe Clubmaster 2.5gmp head it was going to be tough to feel good about this this kind of flow and design but the team at Sierra did a great job – this head puts out a mixed flow with large medium and small droplets (but not mist) that is just random enough to give you the sensation of warmth and water envelopment one looks for in a shower.My Bricor gives a pretty good low flow shower but this pattern is superior. I don’t feel like Im giving anything up.Great job guys.
Tim –
I’ve tried multiple low flow shower heads for low water pressure situations. This is far and away the best.
Terry Baggs –
A great feeling shower with a lot less water. Love the large water drops. Would certainly buy again.
Karen –
I have tried low flow shower heads in the past and they all pretty much sucked. Not this one. I actually think it is better than the non low flow I replaced it with. The water comes out at a very good pressure not week at all. My house is on septic and I have been trying to conserve water and this will help.
Amazon Customer –
Amazing low tech makes showering with this super water saving shower head feel luxurious. Very cool
June J. Morris –
Wow! This is amazing pressure out of this shower head. Best shower head I have ever had.
Mark Duncan –
Great stream with high pressure. Solid metal too.
guppy –
i have bought 4 shower heads since moving in to my new house with terrible water pressure. all claiming that they would make my showering experience better by increasing pressure. all have failed. then i decided to take a chance on the high sierra .i was hesitant to make the $54 gamble , but i was tired of spending extra time in the shower making sure i got all the soap rinsed off of me. the high sierra DELIVERED. there’s nothing fancy about it. you can’t change the spray pattern , but if you have horrible shower water pressure like i did, this is the shower head for you.
Sama –
We have hard water and get mineral build up. Even though we soak/clean the shower head we needed to change the old “efficient” shower head. I think we were wasting a lot of water waiting for the hot water to come out. The new shower head, also efficient at 1.5 ga/min lets the hot water come out so fast. We are very happy with the water pressure from this shower head. What I noticed in the very first time I used it was how quickly I was done. I rinsed off the soap so quickly and done; I was standing in the shower wondering, I’m done already? That was fast, seemed twice as fast.
LightningMan –
This is so well crafted it is a piece of art in its own right. We tried the 1.5GPM model but found that it misted more than we liked. We set our shower pressure low, and it just did not work well. However, we liked the quality enough to try the 1.8GPM model and found that it was just right. For what you get, this showerhead is well worth the price.
Amazon Customer –
Easy to install – substantial cut in water usage – dramatic increase in pressure – aesthetically pleasing – highly recommend
Greener.prarie.adventures –
Efficient, saves water and reduces our water bill slightly. You hardly notice how much less water you are using because it works so well. I think that we saved about $3 on our water bill the first month we had it.High Sierra’s All Metal 1.5 GPM High Efficiency Low Flow Showerhead. Available in: Chrome, Brushed Nickel, Oil Rubbed Bronze, or Polished Brass
Amazon Customer –
Just installed shower heads. Love the power for the small amount of water that it used. I ordered another two.
steve a duke jr –
Excellent shower head, made in the USA. The designers of this product deserve a bravo.
H20man –
This is my second set of shower heads, the second set was purchased for a brand new home. These are all steel in comparison. The heads work very well with plenty of pressure at only 1.5 gpm. My only minor complaint is the spray is much wider than my previous heads. I wish it were adjustable. I would def7buy them again.
4e6f7379206f6e65206172656e277420796f750a –
We live in an apartment complex with the saddest water pressure that you ever did see. The best way I can describe showers before we got this was being pissed on by a drunk man in winter. I would easily pay 3 times the amount for this shower head after trying it. It is rather loud as a few other reviewers have said. All I can say is that the shower itself is worth it.
Margaret P. Wood –
We purchased this shower head because the water pressure in our house is too high and we were being scoured by the present head. With the water flow control on the High Sierra Showerhead we are able to control the pressure. The result is a very comfortable flow using much less water. Great product.
Travis Puglisi –
I have never reviewed anything….ever….seriously. I just did a full remodel on my house but have not done the master bathroom yet but needed to have a functioning bathroom so my family could move in. We’re also on hauled water so low flow is a for real consideration. I love this shower head. I feel like I’ve never loved a shower head so much. A worthy purchase for sure.
Jt –
Very good quality- decent spray for small shower head (I have low pressure) I did return it because I wanted something with a massage setting – but would highly recommend for someone wanting a basic shower head with decent spray
Devon von Lichtenstein –
As a person that travels quite a bit, I’ve experienced a large array of showers over the years. Normally, the quality of a shower head is not something I ever would’ve spent time thinking about, but after encountering everything from jets that felt like razors cutting through my skin, to rain-like shower heads that drop from straight down, I started to realize that my current shower head was pretty sub-par. After taking time to find one that not only felt great, but also had decent pressure and was ideally low-flow, I finally found the High Sierra. I’ve been using the shower head for a couple of weeks now and I absolutely love it! It’s everything I had been missing from my old shower head and will save more than 4,000 gallons of water in a year compared to my old one!
Danny –
I don’t have a low pressure problem. I simply wanted something different than a standard shower head setup, so I bought 3 of these, using 2 for the shower head (with shutoff’s on each and attached to 16″ locking extensions) and 1 for a wand attachment. I haven’t installed it yet, as I am still piecing the entire thing together. Pics when finished!
Nathan Vaughn –
Best shower head ever, got this and two faucet aerators and saved over 1,000 gallons last month!
NOCkid –
Appears to be very solidly made. As other reviewers have noted it seems to flow more than a typical 1.5 GPM head, more than the 2.5 GPM it replaced. Because the spray droplets are larger it generates less steam than than the fine spray types.
Samantha B. –
I love this shower head! I bought the model with the trickle valve. My showers are still five minutes long, but use less than half the water of my previous shower head (2.5 GPM), as I am able to turn off the head easily when I need to soap up.
Simon Palko –
I’ve had the High Sierra all metal showerhead installed for a while now, and it’s absolutely great. When you have a really thick head of hair, getting enough pressure out of a low flow showerhead to fully rinse out shampoo can be a struggle. Most of them feel like standing outside in a drizzle. And given that most of the time I’m looking to be in and out of the shower as fast as possible, that’s a real timesink I’d rather not have. The High Sierra absolutely does not have that issue. It puts out a steady high pressure spray without it feeling uncomfortable, and really powers off the dirt, soap, and shampoo. It’s also built like an absolute tank, and will probably last longer than I own this house.
knitty –
I had one of these shower heads in my previous home and loved it. It does save water while giving a strong flow. Plus, it has a streamlined look which I like.
Stephen Johnson –
Easy to install. Pleasant shower – a mixture of a misty spray and hard drops that is invigorating in a narrow stream. The only possible drawback would be the cost, and after one week it’s too early to see a water bill difference.
Flaco B –
I love these! In addition to their using less water, the water sprays out so hard that we can turn the faucet down about halfway and still get a strong spray!My son says they are too loud. I told him to turn the pressure down.
Lloyd I. –
My family likes it. Our local town uses water rates to fund operations since a tax override failed. Our water bill per month is $120 for 3 people. We are hoping this new shower head will help out a bit. It seems well made.
Brian D. Ashman –
I just wish these were less expensive. If they could do this with 1.25gpm than it would beet the Niagra shower-head from day one. Within a few years the Niagra showehead clogs with calcium, while this simply keeps performing with a rigorous forceful spray of water. I have the version with a clear plastic exterior surface, and it is so robust with all metal inside that I don’t know why they go to an all metal head design. I’d have rather they reduced the price. If not for the convenience of not needing to unclog this showerhead within a couple years, this would need to last a decade to be as affordable as a $10 Niagara showerhead. This seems like it will.There is a 1.8gpm version for those with less water pressure, but I find this to be ideal in St. Paul, MN.
Jacqueline L. Gillett –
The pressure is fabulous
mg –
Water efficient, good-looking, simple. Trickle valve is useful for conserving water. Easy to keep clean.
Jeffrey T. Randall –
This shower head is fantastic. We live in an area with low water pressure. Our water pressure woes are compounded by the fact we we also have a tankless electric water…which also lowers water pressure. Over the past several years we have tried numerous shower heads(5 to be exact) that were billed as great showerheads for low water pressure…none of them worked as billed. This shower head, even though it’s only rated at 1.8 gpm, kicks ass…feels like our water pressure doubled. If you have low water pressure in your area I would recommend this product…go with the 1.8 vs 1.5
Greg P. –
Searched for a replacement for a similar shower head I used for 25 years. The spray is more substantial and I really wanted the no clog feature. Being all metal and made in the USA sealed the deal. Don’t buy coated plastic junk from China that dominates the bathroom fixture industry.
Cat Y –
My water bill has been unusually high lately and so I decided to change my shower head so that I could save water. This things works great! I have thick and long hair so I went with this one due to its high pressure. It is a little more noisy than your normal shower head but I don’t really mind so much. It definitely doesn’t feel like a low GPM shower head and I’m glad I went with this shower head than the other much cheaper priced ones. Worth the extra dollars and I can see a difference in my water bill already!
K Schartz –
We love it. It feels too good to be water efficient.
Sean M. Fokes –
terrific design. The mix of droplet sizes makes it feel like way more than 1.5 gpm.
sam –
Made in the US
Consumer –
Noisy but very good shower head.
Susan M. Fries –
Recently forced to minimize waste water. This shower head provides a great shower and rinses my long, thick head of hair with no problem. After trying it, bought one for each shower in our house.
James Hietala Jr –
This is an incredible low-flow shower head. It feels like a regular shower head!
J. Bowman –
I have 3 of these shower heads and they all work great amazing. I am a life long customer.
Charles in the Valley –
This is the third one of these showerheads I’ve bought – they’re all operating at different locations. This is the best low-flow showerhead I’ve ever used. It has an ingenious design that mixes the water and, for some reason, it doesn’t clog. The oldest one I have is about 4 1/2 years old and still going strong. I heartily recommend these products.
Nick in Portland –
We liked this product so much that I ended up purchasing a 2nd showerhead within 1 week after I bought the first one. The spray pattern feels better than my previous 2.0GPM head made by Delta. It is too early to tell how much the showerhead swap will effect water consumption but I feel better about using less of our precious #1 resource.Don’t hesitate in buying one of these shower heads. I cannot think of one negative attribute that I can place on this product.
Ilsa79 –
After several problems with my hot water not working, I figured I’d try this “low flow” shower head along repairing my oil burner. It is now the BEST shower I’ve taken in my home. I had a Moen 2.5 gallon shower head that was like peeing in the wind. This little guy hammers the water down in large, aggressive droplets. With the 1.5 gallon pull, it is putting less stress on my aging boiler, which produces hot water on demand. The pamphlet says it uses 40% less water, so hopefully I will see that reflected in my water and oil bill… The only down side is that it tends to spray everywhere, getting the entire shower wetter than before and not a concentrated spray, so my hair tends to get wet (I don’t wash it every day). It also doesn’t “look pretty” but who’s staring at the shower head?
mtnbassoon –
This shower head is sturdy metal, not plastic and woks really well. It only took a few days to receive the item.
Stuffing Boy –
Very good pressure for a low flow showerhead. Well made, sturdy construction. Highly recommended!
muvywriter –
A good, invigorating morning shower is a wonderful gift from one’s self that is almost unique. This is the place to find one. Very high quality, beautiful finish, we both love the sound it makes. Nothing better.
T Smith –
This is the best showerhead I have ever had…I bought two oil bronze all metal w diverter…I love them..wife loves them..kids love them…girlfriend loves them!!!!!!!
J. Vroom –
Works great. Good shower pressure and only 1.8 GPM.
Kelea –
I have been looking for a shower head to replace a 2 gallon per minute shower head that felt more like 4 gpms. Saving water is really crucial where I live and every drop counts. This shower head did not disappoint! As other reviewers mentioned, it does have a louder decibel than other products but nothing disturbing by any means. I want to say that the pressure is great but not “too much”. The water does not come out misty as some really low flow heads do and it was just as satisfying a shower as higher gpm products. Definitely recommend!
Amazon Customer –
We love these shower heads! The spray is wide and it stays consistent on pressure. The trickle valve is wonderful for soaping up in our smaller master bath shower and it is helping us save so much water during the week! It’s sturdily constructed and looks nice in the bathroom (not the fanciest thing, but I’m more a fan of function over beauty). Drains after each shower and so far, no build up from either of the units we own. Only complaint is the water droplets are a bit sharp, but not overly so; just encourages us not to take thirty minute showers… Great product!
Amazon Customer –
This is an amazing water saving shower head. I am a landlord and my tenants love this and so does my accountant. It has a large droplet spray so it doesn’t sand blast you or leave you feeling unclean. It is a tight pattern that feels like a water fall with no more than 1.5 gallons. It works great in low pressure water situations, or if you want to use an on demand water heater but have it at a lower flow rate if you water is too cold. I usually use it at 1/3 the rate to save water and it still is an excellent shower.It is actually made in usa! Not like some sights. I have bought many items that were falsely listed as such and the package was stamped with a big “Made in China” label on it. Also if you want an amazing low water use “Made in China” toilet, Niagra .08 gallon is one you should look at.
Daniel Bodner –
The shower head provides the feeling of a lot of water spraying at you. I almost don’t believe it is as water efficient as its rating suggests. It meets the newest tough 1.8 gpm California 2018 requirements. I do really like it, so much that I ordered another for our other shower. My only knock on it is that there is something slightly jarring about the shower experience itself. Its not quite the smooth relaxing flow sensation that I had with my other shower head.
Sean Mallinson –
Excellent product! Well designed and crafted. We have very hard water and I’ve gone through numerous showerheads that have clogged up repeatedly. Very happy with this purchase and for the price, it’s a bargain.
Sheri –
I love this showerhead! It gives great pressure, but it doesn’t hurt… feels just right. I love that it won’t clog seeing as we have hard water. And I’m so excited we will be saving water each shower. We attached it too a filter and it has been working great. I’ll most likely buy another for our other shower!
Laurie –
I got the 1.5 for my stand-up shower and the 1.8 for my tub shower. These are undeniably the BEST water-conserving showerheads on the American market and worth every penny of the price. They are deceptively simple in appearance. The dozens of little holes that can get clogged up with mineral deposits and look limey aren’t there! And you can hardly believe that the forceful, stimulating conical spray of water comes out from that one simple hole, but it does. This may be the best shower I have ever had.
Andrew Ault –
Wow! This shower head is incredible. Low flow but high power. Seems like much more water hitting you, but looking down at the drain, very low flow. Made in the USA by family run business. Beautifully chromed metal. Costs more than plastic junk, but it is an *excellent* value.* Added after owning it for a long while: I continue to love this shower head. I feel like I’m in a special club of water misers that still somehow get a great shower. Regular shower heads seem underpowered and wasteful by comparison.Recommended!
Amazon Customer –
This is an incredibly well built shower head. You can tell a lot of care went into its manufacturing and assembly. In fact, the shower head was packaged in a nice plastic pouch complete with its warranty and the signature of the person who assembled it.I bought this shower head for our family vacation home because we have a septic tank and I wanted to decrease the amount of water per gallon going down the drain. I was afraid that a 1.5gpm head would be anemic–NOT THIS ONE! It gives off an extremely nice invigorating stream without any stinging sensation. Because of the orifice used to force water through it, it is a little loud, but not distractingly so.I plan on ordering more of these for my regular home because you can save a lot of water and still get a great shower.
Amazon Customer –
On our city water pressure this provides a great shower experience for its low flow rate. Will be buying again for our second shower.
Lauren Morreale –
Best shower head ever saves money and has high pressure count me in.
Dacia Ketterer –
Great shower head. It is noisy but it is hard to believe it only puts out the few gallons it does. It is all metal and heavy duty. I am happy with the purchase
Gerald W. Mattos –
Works as advertised. Since I have only had 2 showers since it arrived and I have not checked the flow rate as being 1.5 gallons I will reserve my full review until I have used it for 1 month. Thus far it works fine, feels great on the skin, and the shut off valve is smooth and it does not leak or drip unlike others I have used in past years. It is a QUALITY product Made in the United States.
Carrie Brown –
This shower head is awesome! Hard to believe it’s a low flow.
sHELmOOSE –
I bought myself a new shower head after I foolishly moved from one house to another and did not bring my High Sierra shower head along. I suffered with the wrong one for two months and finally said – enough is enough – I need my High Sierra shower head. I’ve got it now and I am so happy. I’m building an outside shower in the spring and I will be buying a High Sierra shower head for that shower as well. Triple AA rating! 5 Stars Plus…
QUENTIN –
It does what it says, pretty solid item so far, doesn’t seem like I’ll run into any issues and I’m happy with that. Def worth the money if you are on the fence.
C.d.mills –
Our old shower head broke and I needed one that rotated down enough to not have water going everywhere. I also had another one that had my shower curtain blowing in the wind. This works great. I had problems installing (thought I needed to use thread tape) and emailed the company. They not only got back to me asap they also sent me out another one in case the one i had was faulty. Great company and great product.
a_guy_in_boston –
This is the best showerhead that I have ever found. I installed it in both of the showers in my home. It is really, really good. I can’t even tell that it’s low flow — that’s just a bonus.
janice cavanaugh –
Love the American made High Sierra Showerhead I just purchased, and I love the High Sierra Showerhead Customer Service. Great product, great store.
MJD –
Nice quality built shower head. Low flo but gives a great shower. I have long hair and it rinsed quick. I also like that it’s made in the USA
Marty Milkovits –
Love it-valve is very high quality.
kerbe –
I was unprepared for the forcefulness of the spray from this showerhead! It’s amazing! You will not think it’s a water-saving device if you’ve ever used another water-saving showerhead.
Twin Cities citizen –
This is a great shower head. I believe I’ve seen one in a hotel a time or two. The version we bought is a slightly higher flow rate than another High Sierra shower head that looks exactly the same, so be careful. Makes me believe there is absolutely zero benefit to all those other settings/flow patters on other shower heads.
David M –
I was surprised at the apparent volume of water this thing throws. I expected a fine mist but this is much more than that. It’s a good stream no matter how far away from it I am. Hoping this thing lasts a long time.***Nearly two years later and this thing is working the same as it did the day I installed it. Still happy.
Dean –
Don’t be fooled by the tininess of this product. It delivers a powerful spray. Highly recommended!
1CrazyLife4Me –
Pretty good. I do think the handle and hose version would be better though. So I highly recommend that version instead. It has great pressure, does feel like big droplets as others have stated and is super relaxing. I also love the on and off switch for when we ladies are shaving our legs. It will still run water but it is a very slight trickle instead of full force and we save a ton of water. The 1.5 GPM also saves a lot of water and in a house of 8 this really lowered our water bill. We will never use another one with a higher rating as this gets our hair perfectly clean. We have very thick hair and it is down to our waists. We love this product and highly recommend.
Judith A. Mitrowitz –
great little shower head, it’s nice that you can turn it off, soap up and turn it back on!
Vancouver Jay –
really good quality and a good drench for a 1.5 GPM shower head. It isn’t a misty type of spray, its big warm drops. I’m very pleased.
Anonymous –
This is my second purchase. Installed in kids bathroom and guest bathroom. Both performing well. I’m saving water and kids have a great performing shower head.
Amazon Customer –
love the pressure, saves water aswell
William Swartzendruber –
This has been running quite well as my primary shower head for a year now. I see no reason to replace it. The one shower head that might have been better was the Oxygenics SkinCare, but they are quite close.
Randy –
I thought I would be wishing for more water, but it pours out. I am not sure if I just have high water pressure but it puts out a good pattern to where I don’t notice it being a water saver, but I am sure it is. I may put a 5 gallon bucket in there and verify the GPMs. I would purchase this again. It is well made and not cheap.
Nathaniel Moore –
I bought two, one for each shower. They look great, compact and very clean. They replaced 2.5gpm shower heads. Frankly, they work better than the 2.5gpm shower heads. Even asked my teenage son, he agreed they do a better job of cleaning you.
Juliet –
This shower head sprays a comfortable stream of water, and the swivel offers a wide degree of freedom. It’s simple, efficient, and functional.
Joshua Alan Norcross –
I had an issue with my older showerhead clogging and becoming useless during my shower. I contacted High Sierra and addressed my concern and they were honest and told me that while their showerhead is designed to allow passage of small particulates they were not sure it would help in my case. Well, I took the chance and was wowed right away. First of all it produces the best shower I’ve had just in general, but the best part is I’ve not had a single clogged shower and I’ve had it several weeks now (I would have a clog every shower often twice a shower with my old head) tremendous product.
Eddie –
I have low water pressure and tried several showerheads- this is the best by far
plowboy –
Great replacement for a aging shower head. Couldn’t be happier when splishing and splashing around in the shower. Who knew showers could so much fun?
ann –
the product arrived on time. it’s just fine. perfect for a small shower space
BNR –
1.5 gal it is. always Gr8 shower with force.
SpDIF –
Excellent shower head. Best I’ve ever used. Another reviewer described it as a “thoroughly drenching, large droplet, spray” which is a very accurate description. It feels like you are getting a lot of water coming down on you. Very refreshing. It has also been pointed out that this nozzle has a very wide swivel range which is correct – it has a wider cone of movement than other common low-flow heads have. The 1.5 GPM feels like it is more than enough water flow. And it seems very solid and well-made. Nice machining and chrome finish.
albertaa –
When you first see this you’ll wonder how it can produce a strong, steady stream, but it does. Highly recommend. No one in the family is complaining which means they’re satisfied, and I’m saving money – win/win!
Jeremiah Edwards –
Absolutely the best shower head available. I would love it even if it weren’t water saving. In fact, I first used this in a college apartment where it was already installed, and I was surprised to find that it uses so little water and yet has such great pressure. It is also just about the only all metal shower head you will ever find.+ great pressure+ can swivel all around easily+ super solid, always clean, never leaks+ non-aerating, maintains water temp+ water savingThe only downside is that because it is water saving it takes longer for the water to warm up, so turn it on before taking your clothes off.
Crispix –
This low-flow shower head is seriously awesome. I bought one for the master bath to replace an old, plastic, low-flow shower head and the difference is striking. It does a great job of creating a big drop spray.I ended up buying a second one for the kids shower. They didn’t even have a low-flow show head before this one and they claim it feels stronger! You get what you pay for, and this is well worth the small premium over those cheap plastic shower heads. It’s a small package that has a big punch!
kdaniels –
wow this thing is amazing and helps conserve your water! add amazing water pressure also. my water bill dropped a lot when i added this to my shower!
John Hamer, Jr. –
We had been using these shower heads for several years. When we moved, one of our first purchases was to replace every showerhead in our new house with new High Sierras. They are great. They are solid and well-made. The shower you get is satisfying. I’d use these even if they didn’t save water
Aleez –
Easy to install, powerful showerhead, and it looks great too.
Paul A. Hunt –
I was hesitant at first based on the price, but this shower head delivers!
Keith G. Weinstock –
This is a well designed and constructed shower head. It is constructed of high quality materials with no plastic. It is easy to install and the sprayhead adjusts direction without the usual leakage I have observed on other similarly priced showerheads. Because of the design and construction, it will likely outlast competing shower heads which have all too much short-lived plastic. It delivers a nice medium spray but does not have an adjustable spray, so it is not for everyone. It also delivers 1.5 gpm for individuals interested in conserving water.
QUEEN B –
Awesome. I don’t write many reviews but really liked the quality of this shower head. One would never know it is a “low flow” – feels better than a “regular” one.
Donna –
Really helps to get that soap out of my hair. Thank you for making a great product in America!
Kim –
We just got this to replace a 2.0gpm head that was no longer getting the soap out of my long hair. AWESOME!!! I love that it has the trickle valve as well as the 1.8gpm. Don’t know about you ladies, but I love being able to trickle the water to soap and shave. It sure has more pressure then the others we’ve tried and returned. Very happy and will buy again.
A Person –
High quality construction and I like the flow pattern better than supposedly high flow showerheads.
Kenny M. –
Tried the lower GPM head but it was slightly too weak for my liking. This one 1.8 GPM one is perfect!
albertaa –
I rarely write reviews but after installing this shower head I felt like this deserved the effort. The shower head is small and a little wider than the width of the shower arm. It does look a little strange at first, but after your first shower you’ll totally forget about the size. I was shocked at the flow rate. It felt stronger than the inefficient shower head that it replaced. When my wife and kids first saw it they thought I was crazy, but stopped complaining after the first shower. This is very well made and engineered and should last a long time.
Victor Der –
Shower Head provides a nice firm spray at only 1.8 Gpm. Shut off valve works fine.
G. Larkin –
This isn’t a great product,turned our low flow shower into one whose “pressure” feels strong
Ken R. Churches –
This is by far the best shower head I have ever owned. Very hard to believe it is saving water since it feels so luxurious! The swivel head has great range. I highly recommend.
Amazon Customer –
Great showerhead.
GF baker –
We put a well reviewed low flow shower head in the shower. My kids complained like crazy; daughter couldn’t get her thick hair washed and rinsed. Bought this one and installed it. It is fabulous, no more complaints, hair is clean, children are happy. I really think we would have been fine with the 1.5 gallon one. Do not hesitate to make the change!
RTA – Charlotte, NC –
Very pleased with this showerhead! It has an excellent finish. I am especially pleased in that this showerhead does not aerate the water and thus the water feels noticeably warmer as compared to the typical aerated showerhead. The only downside is when using water at full flow, there is more noise then a standard showerhead. Turning down the flow rate reduces the noise.
Beverly TL –
These are perfect for the campground. Guests have conveyed that the pressure is good. This product helped reduce the amount of water used per minute. High quality product. Fast shipment.
Jimmy James –
This is a really great shower head. It’s all metal and well made. The water flow is a lot less than my Oxygenics shower head but it’s not bad enough to complain about. The spray pattern is good enough to rinse off hair and soap. To the people complaining about the water flow…it’s a low flow shower head!!!! It is made in the USA and it’s saving you money and energy from using less hot water. What more do you want? If you want more water or want to waste money just go on EBay and buy an old shower head from the 60’s. I’ve used other shower heads including the ultra low flow products from the 70’s and this one ranks right at the top. It’s better than what I expected based on the reviews. I’m saving a gallon a minute over my old shower head and without compromising shower quality. I can’t ask for more
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Big fat raindrops, very forceful. Fabulous!
Matthew Storrin –
Absolutely love this shower head. Wish I had bought something like this years ago.
Jim Gott –
The best shower head I have ever owned . Not sure how it saves water with its great water pressure but it does . Not enough stars to rate this showerhead . Will never own any other shoeerheads
George Fabricatore –
The best, you won’t be disappointed. The 1.8 GPM is perfect ?
candy –
Good construction, easy installation and works well!
Juan bravo –
At first I was a little skeptical about the whole thing and thought my wife was going to hate it because she is very picky when it comes down to shower stuff but to my surprise she loves it and pocket does too. It’s worth it !!
RatherBatWDW –
Works great. It even gives you the feeling that a lot of water is being used but it only uses 1.5 gpm. I like the shut off valve saves even more water. If your trying to be more conscious of saving not only resources but money I recommend this shower head.
Avi du Jour –
This showerhead is very well made and basically constructed–which means not much can go wrong in the long haul. I like the water flow and feel and it is very effective for rinsing long hair. The trickle valve makes it even easier to save water during a shower.UPDATE: Had a wedding at my place and hosted six people over several days–many are LOOOONG shower takers, and so this device saved a lot of water!
RVN –
bought two of these and also the hand held shower head and arm. the plumbers who installed these were very impressed with the construction and weight. also got one for my contractor who is now putting them in all the homes he is remodeling. here in California, we have very strong low flow rates that we must abide by and these put out a great spray. made by a company that only use to do sprinkler products and they are great!
Gilad Rosenberg –
Tested at least two dozen shower heads and verified the gallons per minute claims by actually testing them out with a HDX 2 Gallon plastic bucket I bought at Home Depot along with a stopwatch. Most were inaccurate or just performed poorly leading to longer shower times thereby defeating entire purpose.Not this High Sierra 1.5gpm! Excellent powerful stream of water and ONLY 1.5 gpm. In some of my tests it came out slightly under 1.5 gpm! What is remarkable about this showerhead is that it feels like you are getting a 2.5 gpm flow but you are really getting 1.5 gpm. The straight design flow gives the illusion that you are getting unrestricted and unhindered flow, but unlike the other showerheads with restrictions and dozens of tiny holes that create back pressure this has none of that. Also trouble free operation with no screens or anything to clean or service.
Arissa Newton –
We got a water softener which is a must here in utah. We were pleased until the faucets starting accumulating deposits until they barely worked. Using our master bathroom shower was like being spritzed by a squirter bottle. We went through numerous shower heads until we found this one! It’s been over a month and no signs of slowing! It’s strength is perfect, made of metal and the nozzle adjusts directions. Super happy with our purchase, would buy again!
Anthony –
Solidly built. It puts out more water than I typically use, so I still have to turn the faucet down. Flow is more a continuous bombardment of large erratic drops than a stream really. It’s a little like being explosively vomited upon by a possessed iguana… those are the best words I have for it. My wife prefers the 2.5gpm waterpik and I want something lower flow because I like to stand in a hot shower and do nothing… so this is a fare compromise.
Dana Laux –
We ordered this shower head because our old one used soooooooo much water! Install was very easy and we have been using it for about a week now and are very happy with it! We have great water pressure still. Plan to buy another one for the guest bathroom in the near future.
Bones –
American-made, all metal components, works fantastic! Would buy again!
Dave O’Hern –
It doesn’t have a dozen different spray patterns or other features, but it provides great pressure in the one spray pattern I actually want and does it while only using 1.5 gallons per minute. Also, it’s 100% metal so it’s durable, unlike our last showerhead that broke after 1.5 years because one cheap plastic part snapped.
joe s –
Very strong yet soothing stream, glad to buy a quality American made product. Its all metal construction looks like it should last.
Amazon Customer –
quite lovely showers with this being used.
TeeJay –
Had to wait on a review until guests used it!Very positive results!
jjt –
Always been a fan of the lower GPM showerheads and have used many different ones over the years. Dropped the extra cash to get three of these and my entire family is happy with them. They perform as advertised, giving the “feel” of more water, when it is still just 1.5 GPM (and I checked). Highly recommend this product to anyone wanting an enjoyable shower with less cost!
Nelson H –
I have used this shower head for over 6 months, I’d recommend it to anybody who has low water pressure in their home. It is not the most stylish but it works better than anything. You will not want to shower in any other place
robin beyer –
Did not like the sound or the spray pattern my opinion only
B. Moody –
This is a very good shower head. I was using a 2.5 gpm. classic older shower head.This new one uses slightly less water but seems to have bigger drops of spray.The quality of machining is excellent.
Cathy M. Peterson –
I love it, especially the shutoff feature, which allows soaping up and shaving without wasting water.
Amazon Customer –
Very satisfied with this very low profile and low flow showerhead. The constitution of the product is solid and the range of motion is better then expected. The pressure is also a pulse without having to change anything!
Anne S. Vazquez –
I just purchased a third showerhead from this company. So now all three of our bathrooms have them! Greatly reduced our water consumption, while not compromising the water pressure! Very strong stream. We have several daughters with thick hair, and other low flow showerheads were just not strong enough to rinse off soap and shampoo. These are very strong and still somehow are conserving water! Highly recommend!!
KIM TAEHYON –
i’m not sure if it’s really 1.5gpm.. but it made my bathroom looks more luxurious.
Weekend Warrior –
The water flow is smooth and saves lot of water. It has also increase the water flow so shower is much comfortable. Water is softer on the skin compare to 1.5 Gpm.
Bryan Dwyer –
By far the best low flow shower head I have ever used (I have gone through a couple). This conserves water and has a powerful stream. I highly recommend.
Barbara F Scheidker –
Exactly what I was looking for.The best shower head I have ever had.Love It
R –
I purchased the High Sierra 1.8 GPM All Metal WaterSense showerhead after reading about the “Reflections” showerhead in Popular Mechanics (or maybe it was Popular Science). I’m very happy with the showerhead and have a hard time believing that it only uses 1.8 GPM. The increase in perceived water pressure is amazing! I probably could have gotten the 1.5 GPM version and still have been very pleased with the results. My only “complaint” is that it is louder than my old showerhead – if that makes sense – but it’s not really enough of a complaint to knock off any stars because my old showerhead just felt like it didn’t have any water pressure.
Buyer333 –
Not too bad considering the low flow rate. Two minor annoyances: 1) You can’t turn down the water because it starts to spit. 2) This puts out a strong blast near the shower head which isn’t comfortable for washing my face.
lee –
Lots of pressure
JN –
This shower head will not disappoint! I could see the quality as soon as I unpackaged. It’s a hunk of beautiful stainless steel (no cheap-ass pot steel). Small and simple; it has an industrial feel to it. Installation couldn’t be easier. Once installed, this head is easy to position yet, holds its place once adjusted; quite nicely.We are on a well and have “adequate” water pressure. This shower head does a great job of utilizing the water pressure. It produces a high pressure mist, kind of like a pressure washer does. The pattern is the perfect size, no stray streams, no holes.
Kindle Customer –
Solid construction that works!
Ryan G –
This thing is amazing! It works so much better than our expensive-but-worthless “Whirl Air / Rain Air” 2.5 gpm Hansgrohe shower bar, despite using only 1.5 gpm max. The pressure this thing provides is awesome (probably 3-4x what we get out of the Hansgrohe). But, even better, the droplets don’t come out in a fixed array of lines — it’s turbulent and the droplets are constantly hitting everything in the cone of water. That means that you don’t have to move around to rinse soap off — you can just stand still and it’s constantly hitting every square millimeter of your skin.It’s also sturdy, well-made, and beautiful. I’m beyond impressed.The only drawback I can see is that it’s a bit louder than our shower bar, but it’s so spectacular in every other way that I could care less.
Bill Casey –
Best shower head ever! I highly recommend it to anyone trying to save on their water bill.
pedia –
Does not feel like 1.5 gpm, more like 2-3 gpm.
Wil Ray –
This was a surprisingly good purchase. The pressure is good, and due to the low flow of the showerhead, the hot water doesn’t run out. If you’re used to regular showers, this one take a little getting used to, my wife alluded to the spray as big raindrops. I tend to agree. Happy with the purchase and will likely order a second for my other bathroom.
amazon shopper from va –
great showerhead. It replaced a regular low flow showerhead that had pressure unsuitably low for my husband. This one left him saying FANTASTIC shower… feels like lots of water w great pressure and actually keeps water warmer. We immediately got a second for other bathroom. Cant recommend more.
Arthur J. –
Every word in the sales pitch is absolutely true! Great product.
Peter J. MacLaren –
I knew the shower head was going to be good based on everything I had read, but in fact it is truly amazing. I replaced a 2.5 GPM regular shower head with the High Sierra 1.5 GPM shower head and it felt like I had doubled the water flow. In addition the way the water comes down makes for an incredibly good shower. Can’t recommended these highly enough, these shower heads truly revolutionize showering!
pmiller510 –
Great showerhead. My wife was amazed when I told her that she was showering in 40% less water. Feels like 2.5 gal. per minute. Highly recommended.
happyreader –
This shower head is amazing! I would give it 10 stars if I could. The flow feels like much more than 1.8 GPM. The spray is strong but does not hurt, and it quickly removes soap, even with soft water.
TRUMP 2020 –
I read an article that said showerheads should be replaced every 6 months as they can develop black mold inside like kids bath toys. Showerheads containing plastic are more susceptible to developing mold then all metal ones. I reluctantly replaced my Speakerman with the all metal 1.8 Sierra showerhead. I was blown away by the unique and amazing shower provided by this product. It is all metal and there is nowhere for water to collect to form mold. It puts out large water drops and the shower feels more like someone dumping warm water on you rather than the typical high powered sprayers. I so look forward to showers with this unique head…..I tell everyone they must try it!
R. Joggerst –
Works great and easy to install, I recommend this shower head.
Medieval Maven –
saves water and does increase the spray
Ricardo Ahumada –
Great product. Saves water and feels like you are using a lot of it.
E. Shulman –
It took five minutes to unscrew the old one and screw in this one. I have low water pressure in my home and always had weak water flow from my shower head. Not any more. This one gives me a nice, strong water flow, while using less water in the process. It must be magic… And, it is made of metal, not cheap plastic. I expect it to last a long time. Go for it, you won’t be sorry.
Amazn Customr –
Great water pressure!
ElmerD –
Simple design and effective, no “fancy” moving parts to break, all metal, made in USA. Great product. Highly recommended.
MJCAT002 –
Stayed in the Fl, Keys for Valentine’s Day. The place had this showerhead. Love it.
Nancy Reeves –
Received the showerhead yesterday (Sunday!). It took about ten minutes to remove the old head and install the new one. I had already had my shower for the day so had to wait until this morning. Was a little apprehensive that a 1-1/2 GPM head was going to live up to the reviews I had read. It definitely does perform per the reviews. It’s hard to believe the thoroughly drenching, large droplet, spray is only 1.5 GPM. Our old shower head was installed 13 years ago as part of a bathroom remodeling. I’m sure the flow rate was at least 2.5 GPM. So saving a minimum of gallon a minute is worth every cent the High Sierra cost since we live with our own well and septic system. It is a nice looking showerhead but when compared to the multi-spray pattern monsters that get all the attention it may come up a little short in terms of appearance. In my opinion the important characteristic is not the size, shape or number of different spray patterns, it is its ability to save water while offering a single spray pattern that gives the user the satisfying feel of a lot more water, at a seemingly higher pressure, than is actually the case.
Mkay –
LOVE what this shower head has done for us! It’s taken the weak water pressure we have and made a strong, comfortable, effective spray. I have very thick hair and I’m so pleased with this purchase! (We bought the 1.8 GPM and it feels like a real shower, not just stinging mist like other inferior versions.) It’s not an exaggeration to say that this shower head has transformed our shower from a mediocre, frustrating one to a wonderful one. I also love the fact that this is MADE IN USA. That’s important to us and was another a factor in the decision to purchase this item. I’m hoping to give these as gifts as well.
Dennis Galligher –
Buying another…..I bought 2 to try out. FANTASTIC…..we have a weak well with low pressure. The pumps out plenty of pressure while saving our precious water. Getting another for the outside shower.
KW –
Love this showerhead.The shape suggests a very thin spray but the drops are super large and really soft.There is a sliding switch that controls the force of the spray.Comfortable and efficient.
Robert A. Rafanello –
Excellent product
Amy Jennings –
Excellent savings in water usage and cost. The shower head still has great water pressure.
Amazon Customer –
I wanted a low flow shower head for my upstairs bathroom. We’ve always had one in the master bath and it’s been great. But I couldn’t find the same shower head we have so I did the research and found the high Sierra. The reviews were great so I purchased one. It was an easy install and it’s been a great shower head. The pressure is excellent despite the low flow. And it does a great job getting me wet and rinsing the soap. I will buy another when needed.
avid tea drinker –
We bought two of these as replacements and after 3 weeks, we can honestly say that the quality of the showerheads is awesome. They arrived in very unassuming packaging without the extra weight and volume of a typical Delta or Moen showerhead but biy, do they perform. Easy to install with some tape to prevent any future leaks. Flow is strong and wettability and coverage and pressure are all top notch. There is even a small button that turns off the flow for shampoo or soap and saves a bit more water as well. The water returns when turned on to original temp within 1-2 seconds at most. Doesnt have 20 settings and 40 dials – if you need a strong flow, full coverage showerhead that saves water, get these guys. A+++
Greyforest0223 –
Since water prices are going way up where I live, I decided to buy a more efficient shower head. So far I am impressed by the focused stream of hot water. It seems to warm the body better than my old shower head. It does a better job than conventional shower heads using less water. Less is more!!!
Thao –
Great shower head..with big water drops. ?
N. Mundie –
Very powerful flow and saves water as advertised. Wonderful.
J. Coats –
The best showerheads out there. Great pressure from a small package.
Jim –
This is my second showerhead from High Sierra! LOVE IT!
RIS –
I bought this for saving water. It is low flow but high pressure makes it really good shower. I don’t notice any noise difference. We also love simple design of the head. Very happy with the purchase.
Thomas S. –
This shower head is about an inch in diameter and puts out a pattern of six to eight inches, which I like. I use it on a dual setup with a 4 inch head. The 4 inch uses twice as much water and has only a 4 inch pattern. The only possible negative I can think of with the small head is the higher water pressure coming out. It’s not as gentle as the 4 inch head which is expected.
Sean W Farrell –
I just moved into a new house and the water pressure was low, plus I have on demand hot water from an oil furnace. I had a very weak shower which ran out of hot water in a few minutes and it was impossible to run water anywhere else in the house without making it much worse. So I found this shower head after much researching on Amazon. I wanted something simple that would just work and this product delivers. The spray from this shower head exceeded my expectations, it produces a perfect vigorous spray and believe me you will never know it is also saving you water. It really is great. I bought 2 and I have zero complaints. Forget all those stupid plastic shower heads with all the settings that don’t work and break after 6 months. This puppy is all metal and there is nothing on it to break, it’s designed to do one thing…. give you a great shower. Just buy it!
Matthew B –
Great low flow option. I am actually shocked that the output is 1 gallon less than a traditional showerhead. The 1.5 GPM is definitely sufficient. This did not get five stars because my wife was not the biggest fan of its spray; that is, it is a bit more concentrated than she prefers. I don’t quite get it, but she has her preference. So, she gets the 2.5 GPM showerhead in her bathroom, this showerhead stays in the boys bathroom.
Mick –
Different but good. As meantioned it’s based off of sprinkler technology, so it’s kind of like showering under a sprinkler. Which is much different than the traditional continuous steady stream of the nipple type shower heads. It produces enough of a rinse to wash the soap out of your hair and off of your body, without needing to be under the shower head for any extra length of time, which is usually the concern of low flow shower heads. I also enjoy the water saving shutoff valve during lathering. And it’s not plastic.
FrancisV –
Great shower head. Highly recommended. Great pressure.
Lee –
This showered appears to be a fine quality product. I puts out a pretty amazing pressure flow compared to the one I replaced, while actually using a little less water at 1.8 gpm.
Kenneth D Rollins –
As advertised. Pressure is great.
Jonathan Rosenthal –
Great product, as advertised. Saving us water!
PTL –
Great shower with limited pressure. Much better than a number of other heads we have tried.
Dale Price –
very easy to put onhas very good water pressurewould purchase another if I needed one
Jennifer B –
Better water pressure than our last full flow head & you won’t believe how little water is running down the drain. Already recommended to friends.
John S. –
Works great
Kman –
I cannot believe this is a 1.5 gpm showerhead. The spray is powerful and goes everywhere! I prefer a rain type showerhead, but this one works as promised, and is so sleek
Darth Vader –
I recently ought my second showerhead (for another place). It performs as well as my first one, so I reiterate the comments I made in my first review (which follows).High Sierra’s All Metal WaterSense Certified 1.8 GPM High Efficiency Low Flow Showerhead. Polished Chrome.This shower head receives mostly glowing reviews. I agree with them. There are a few negative reviews, which I would like to discuss here:* The important feature is that one feels a strong stream at low water flow. Some people say that the strength becomes weak for short people. We (I and my wife, who is quite short) do not see this effect.* Some people say that the stream spreads out a lot. We do not see this effect at all. The stream remains tight all the way to the floor.One thing to be aware of: The water flow is not “smooth”. One feels a somewhat rougher impact, due to the stream being composed of larger water drops. We don’t mind this, but some people might not like it.
Amazon Customer –
The shower head is fine & for the price its great!
Janel –
Love this!
Bakers –
Creates large droplets of water. Really invigorating. Would buy again in a heartbeat.
T. Shearer –
I have replaced 2 old showerheads with this model. They work very well and I recommend them. I particularly like the wide swing angle.
Melissa Morris –
We love this shower head!! It works exactly as promised. We live in an older home that uses a well pump. The water pressure in our upstairs bath is not strong. This shower head has transformed our shower to what feels like a high pressure massaging head that hotels use. And it uses less water?! Win-win. Totally recommend this product. We are very pleased.
howard fisher –
After trying three different shower heads we found that this one put out the most productive shower. It’s very well made and simple. I would recommend.
B. bendler –
Shower head was certainly very good for the price, but ended up not being exactly what I was looking for. However, for people that want a low flow showerhead, this is the least expensive and most appealing option.
paul –
A lot of water pressure (especially at 1.5 gallons per minute).
jsyrop –
We love the showerhead! Has ended a lot of arguments.
james m bolitho –
works as advertised, very easy to install
jamonit –
Luvvit!
Dean –
Fantastic product !….you would never know that this is a 1.8 gal/min shower head !…highly recommended.
WILLIAM J SCHLICHT –
This is the best showerhead I’ve ever had. You’d never know it’s only 1.5 gpm. It’s heads above my old 2.5 gpm moen, the coverage and pressure far exceed any standard showerhead I’ve ever experienced!! In addition the quality is far superior, it’s all metal and should last a lifetime.
Amazon Customer –
Our swim club installed these (after trying some low flow faucets that just dribbled out) and they are great. Because of the drought, California has had stringent restrictions on how much water you use. The flow and pressure feels like a real shower in spite of the low 1.5 gallons per minute flow. We bought one to test in our home, and we’ll be getting more.
ChemProf –
I live in an area of the world where water conservation is of prime importance (we collect rainwater in cisterns) and this is a great water saving showerhead. I get a great solid spray that I can turn off and on by pressing the button shown near the top and couldn’t be happier so far.High Sierra is a product I would trust if you have to limit water usage in your shower
Amazon Customer –
The 1.8gpm model is truly in a class of its own. Ive got one for both bathrooms. I have very hard water, this is the dream head for anyone with rural waterwell. The spray is so warm it feels awesome! This David Malcom dude has perfected the showerhead. I bought an extra one just to make sure no matter what happens in the future i will still have one. I truly eagerly look forward to getting blasted by this head once a day!!!
Zanne –
Great showerhead! Good pressure and a water saver.
x –
I’ve tried many low-flow heads and used many in hotels and they either dribble or spray a fine mist. The High Sierra sprays larger drops, more of a spatter than a mist, so it works better when rinsing soap and shampoo. After 30 years someone made a low-flow that works, This one is a keeper. I have used this for 18 months and still like it better than any other I have tried.
Matthew Strayhall –
So far so good. Efficient and simple design provides a “good enough” shower, and I’m happy with the water and energy savings it provides. The spray has great pressure thanks to the wide cone shape of water that it sprays out instead of filtering water through multiple smaller holes. It actually feels like higher pressure than my 2.5 GPM head as a result.However, I wouldn’t describe the shower experience as relaxing, if that’s what you’re going for, but of course that’s personal preference. The cone shape doesn’t have as much simultaneous coverage as my 2.5 head provides, so it doesn’t have a very massage-like feel in my experience. And the noise is definitely louder than my 2.5 head, not to an annoying degree, but it is a noticeable and can wear on you a little if you stay in the shower too long. But hey, if you’re buying this to save water and energy, you probably aren’t taking super long showers anyway.One more thing: The first product that was shipped to me was NOT good. It was excessively loud and didn’t have good pressure, even after trying to reinstall multiple times. I contacted customer service and they were extremely helpful. They sent out a new version for me to test right away, which is the one I’m basing this review on. Apparently, the model I got was part of a small batch of defective units. The seller clearly stands by their product and will work with you to make sure you’re satisfied. Hearing all the glowing customer service reviews is what ultimately lead me to this purchase in the first place. I hope they keep it up.All in all, this shower head does the job and I would highly recommend it to those looking for low flow. Just be aware that it’s louder and not as gentle compared to some other shower heads.
Amazon Customer –
Did not expect to be such good shower head,Even better than I expected, my wife loves it and my daughter doesn’t want to come out of the shower.I will definetly recommand it to everyone.Thank you
Justin –
Definitely feels like way more than the 1.5 GPM I removed. Although the spray isn’t focused.
Joshua –
Lots of pressure and even water flow. Best shower head I’ve ever bought. Worth the money.
Amazon Customer –
love this shower head. great pressure and uses less water.
Amazon Customer –
Okay, the drought maybe over, but this is a showerhead that you would NEVER guess is low flow! It’s so great, and it will save on your water heaing costs. I’ve bought three, two for our house and one as a gift.
Diane –
Great product.
Andrew –
Works very well. High quality all brass construction. Easy to clean. Water saving stop valve. Made in USA. What is not to love?
ZenMonkey –
You’d never know that this was a low-flow shower head. Well made with a trickle shutoff valve. Other low-flow shower heads offer a variety of spray patterns at a significantly lower price, while the High Sierra only has one pattern and is probably the most expensive one. Is it worth it? Again, because of the way it works, you’d think a lot of water was flowing across your body, so if you’re likely to just leave your shower head on one setting and you have the money, give this a try. They even give you a money back guarantee if you return it within a month in case you just don’t like it. I debated giving it 4 stars instead of 5 because of the price.
patty W –
Lots of pressure and nicely designed. Wish I had one for my bathroom since this went into my long-haired daughter’s shower!
Kevin Hale –
In my house the water pressure can be a bit low, also our water heater doesn’t handle people showering in both bathrooms at the same time without going through all the hot water quickly. This shower head resolved both issues very well.This shower head uses quite a bit less water than my previous one. I also purchased a second one for my other bathroom because I like them so much.Purchasing High Sierra shower heads has made big difference in the water pressure and now with a family of four, we can use both showers at the same time without losing all the hot water. I can’t recommend enough what a wise investment these shower heads are. Save water and money.ed
Amazon Customer –
My dad loved it
Amazon Customer –
It’s top of the line! My brother-in-law liked this as a Christmas. It’s a powerful stream, which my mother and aunt thought was too strong, but others love it!
john –
A fine product
Greg Miller –
We have rather poor water pressure even with city water and I have to say there was a very noticeable boost in pressure in the spray. Also, the spray pattern is not holllow. It provides a forceful, full spray that is a joy to use! The water savings is just an added bonus on top of the increased user experience.
Amazon Customer –
It works great.
Maria Singleton –
Terrific. Water saver and great pressure.
DRR –
Fit perfectly to all my shower heads. Feels like a massage nozzle at a fraction of the flow. Should be mandatory in the Southwest.
Kindle Customer –
I bought this showerhead directly from the manufacturer. It is made in the USA and was very easy to install in less than a minute. This is the best showerhead I have ever used. It’s all metal and the oraface inside is so large, it will not block up over time. The water pressure is awesome and I gave it five stars because you get a great shower when using it. My wife and daughter like it and that’s really all you need to know. If You have women in your house, they will let you know if the shower experience is bad, cause they cannot rinse their hair. No complaints from the women. I highly recommend this product . I was tired of paying the same price every three years for a piece of plastic made in China that would start to leak and spray water all over the place. Give it a try and you will not be disappointed!!!
Duncan –
I live in New Mexico where water conservation is a necessity. Still, I like a daily shower. This shower head lets us enjoy a shower and still keep our daily water usage below 30 gals/person.
Robert Pasuth Jr –
I had 2 other high efficient shower heads and none are this good. The first was a big box mist style shower head and the 2nd was from a hardware store with I think 2.5 gallons/min and that was not good either. This one came and our hopes weren’t high but thankfully it saved the day. We are on well water and each night we shower we are amazed that the perceived volume of water is so great. It is comparably loud when compared to the other shower heads we used but this one actually works great.
John C Sullivan –
Great shower heads. Already saving electricity, while having excellent showers. Love the “trickle” switch for more savings!
Shirley A. Bender –
best showerhead, lots of pressure.
Aaron –
This is the shower head you’ve been looking for. Went from virtually zero water pressure out of the old shower to spraying the back wall. High quality construction, easy installation. Will save you a whole lot more money than a re-pipe would cost.
SL –
4.5 stars if they had it. Great product, easy to install. It would be great if they could have one that had different types of streams. Also, it would be great if they could get it down to 1GPM. But I’ve bought two.
Beth Cordell –
Small but mighty. Has great water pressure, easily adjustable aim and great coverage.
NO RULZ RACING –
Loveeee these. Great flow. Great price. Water bill has drop in price and promised. Buy now and save. Do your sinks also. Go green.
Thomas –
Best damn little shower head east of the Mississippi. Hurricane like water pressure for girlfriends hair. Saves water and we used to run out of hot water before ending a long shower. Have yet to run out after switching. Was more expensive than some but made well installs by hand no tools and I never run out of hot water and water pressure increased. Well made!!!!!
SD Couple –
Easy to install, More importantly, very powerful stream with only 1.8 gpm. Also, looks like very clean design with nothing to clog or break.
Anonymous –
This is the best water saving showerhead I’ve used. In the past I tried Oxygenics, which I had problems installing and had a finer spray. This one is easy to install and has a more effective spray. I feel like it rinses away soap and shampoo faster. The showerhead I replaced was 2.5 GPM Moen with a large, wide head. This one actually feels like it has better water pressure with only 1.5 GPM of water. The water comes out in a narrower stream, but it doesn’t bother me too much. My child, who is shorter, actually likes this showerhead a lot better. I purchased the chrome Classic Plus (FCS-100-CH) model. It is nice enough, but I will purchase the Tenaya model for a gift now that I know how well it works (they have more options at the company’s website). You will need to provide your own Teflon tape to install it with if you want to make it easier to remove later. As of 11/2016 it doesn’t come with Teflon tape.
Suzy Christy –
Good shower head with full circle spray at low pressure but no shut-off so I use this in combination with the Sumnacon Flow Control & Shut-off Valve to totally turn water off at times.
Perry –
Best low-flow shower head I ever had, looks great, works great, love it.
Len –
could not be better. well constructed and very solid. we use it in an outdoor shower. the flow is great! none of the old style pins and needle feel from the low flow head. this is great, feels comfortable and flow is very effective. we used it in the outdoor shower in our summer house to help preserve hot water and it achieved that. we ordered another for our indoor shower as soon as we used this one.
ranman –
3rd one I’ve bought. Well built and now have them on all my showers. As others have said, they are a bit loud but not too loud. They don’t drip from the ball joint and the head easily moves so I can wash the walls off when I’m done showering.
cabascom –
Received this shower head today. All I can say is, it is AMAZING! I have low water pressure and an older hot water heater. This shower head has power! The water saving also allowed for a hot shower to the end! I would highly recommend this shower head. I am so impressed, I am ordering another as a stocking stuffer for my son!
George –
Massachusetts was experiencing a record drought this past summer and our well kept running dry throughout the day. This made in America product really helped and the shower was excellent. Low flow but didn’t feel like a lot less water. Great American product!
James –
This is the best shower head I have ever owned/used. The stream pressure is very good, even with the general water pressure in the house being kind of low. Shutoff valve works great and is easy to find/manipulate even with soap burning your eyes out.
Wise Shopper –
Excellent solution for teenage boys who like to push the limit with the ‘timed’ shower. Water pressure is amazing and feels better to the body than the 2.5 GPM shower head it replaced. Sure beats the harsh stinging inflicted from the economical alternatives.
Karen –
THIS SHOWERHEAD IS GOOD FOR PRESSURE BUT LOOKS A LITTLE ODD
A Fox –
Wow oh wow! The pressure is amazing!
Caren –
When the package arrives your initial feelings are suspicion and disappointment, but the very first use of this shower head turns everything upside down. The water pressure seems to have increased at least twice, the droplets are big and powerful, delivering the sensation of a tropical rain. There are no water flow or pattern adjustments and everything is as straightforward as it should be. We have tried a number of different shower heads from cheap to pretty expensive and were mostly disappointed by either high pressure water “needles” stinging the body or by simply trickling pathetic patterns of water both equally incapable of washing off the soap. Unless you are planning to pose for a commercial in your shower with ecstatic faces under 15 different and unnecessary patterns of water, this shower head is the best choice ( in our humble and very personal opinion). This company seems to be the only one that grasps the concept of a true shower. The drawback with this product is that you take longer showers to prolong the pleasure. We would give this product 10 stars if we could!
jd16948 –
For a low flow showerhead this is the best I have tried so far. I admit I did not try any solid plastic ones because I want materials that last a long time. I like that this one is metal (though admittedly the outer part is plastic. This looks much smaller in person than the pic. With that scale in mind, the color of the outer plastic is not a consideration at all, in my opinion. The flow is very strong but it doesn’t sting like the others I have tried. It has bigger droplets and much less annoying mist than other low flow heads. I do find the head ‘loud’ and this is a slight deterrent. Just reporting, I mean, the sound of a showerhead is not going to have a strong impact on my day 🙂
Amazon Customer –
WOW I was shocked how powerful showerhead was. My whole family loves it and as for it being loud , i dont hear any diffrence from the two showerheads i replaced. Great showerhead plus using one gallon of water less per minute than my old 2.5 gallon per minute showerhead. With 4 people in house that adds up fast. 4 ten minute showers a day is 40 gallons per day less water and energy to heat that water. Very Very happy
Sull –
Really enjoy this showerhead. I don’t think it is loud at all. Will be replacing all the showerheads in my house in the near future with this product.
J D –
Works great
BDRocks –
Fabulous shower head
jack fillingim –
Nice
Jade –
I only bought the one and a half gallon per minute one and I get blasted with water. I get my water bill every two months and it was $25 less each month since I installed two of the showerheads in the bathrooms.
SoCal –
probably the best shower head I have ever purchased
Strategist –
I bought it because it saves water and it really does!
Gnome de plume –
I have ordered about 11 or 12 of these over the last year. I found someone else among family and friends who could use one and made this purchase.
Karen M. –
We purchased this to help lower our water consumption. I wasn’t sure how well I’d like them, but both my husband and I agree, we like the forceful stream of water as well as a lower water bill.
Rebecca Bartow –
Need to wait till I get my water bill!
AJ –
Saving water and made in USA.
Gail –
This is a fantastic product. We redid our master bath and , since we live in AZ, are always conscious of water usage. This product has a great pressure and flow. It is very small so the looks aren’t first class but if you want good pressure and water savings I think you’ll be pleased. I can even turn the water down when taking a shower and still feel like I am getting a good flow rate.
Felipe De La Cruz –
High quality product. Had better flow & pressure than my old 2.5 GPM shower head
Tooluser –
Amazing showerhead. We have relatively low water pressure, and a family of 5 so we needed a solution. (after 3 other heads in 10 years) Amazing the amount of force you can get with such a reduction of water. There are better spray heads, but NOTHING that uses such little water. Easily a similar or even better flow than most 2.5s. 1.5 is very miserly for water use and this head is surprisingly powerful. I think most of the negative reviewers need to keep their expectations in line.
Robbyho –
Bought it for a nice shower in one of my apartments. It sort of “atomizes” the water and sends a nice mist. I bought it for the efficiency and it looks better quality than the cheap plastic looking ones. This one is at least metal. I did have one person imply that it looked cheap while he was checking out the apartment, but no complaints from the tenant.
Casey Farris –
Most fabulous showerhead. Strong stream and pressure. I have a 1950 fourplex with old pipes. Every time we shut the water off for any reason pipe rust debris clogs showerheads and tenants don’t seem capable of cleaning out the head. With this shower head – no more clog.
Todd E. Hausman –
Easy to install, really has reduced our water usage.
Jason –
I was a bit skeptical of this showerhead at first. I’ve used 1.5 gpm models in the past and hated each one. This showerhead is nothing like those ones! This shower head puts out a great spray. It feels like a downpour of rain, it is so nice! The water comes out in nice large drops rather than a stream and the water pressure is awesome! Don’t be fooled by the small size. It may be only an inch wide but it creates a very nice wide spray. I love it! I plan on ordering another one very soon! It’s a great way to save water!
corey armstrong –
was hard to get used to the lower pressure but it grows on you
P. Davidse –
Wow! Really wow!I replaced a 2.5gpm Delta shower head with this one, and admittedly I’ve only taken 1 shower since I got it, but let me tell you how awesome it was! The water pressure was great, I definitely noticed an improvement in the temperature (didn’t have to turn it up as hot to take a hot shower), and despite the shower head being much smaller then it appears in the pictures, it looks solidly built.The flow regulating button can be adjusted precisely (it isn’t just an on / off switch, it will slow down the water flow also) is great. I found that out of the box the 1.5gpm was a bit more pressure then I’d like, so I moved it down just a bit for the perfect water pressure for me. This same regulator doesn’t completely shut off the water for me, there is a still a pretty steady stream (of what appears to be unpressurized water) coming out when it’s fully engaged.The finish looks good, and it went on without issue following the instructions after removing the old shower head. It certainly doesn’t look like a million bucks, but it sure does perform like it!
Seth –
Exactly as expected. I purchased this after getting the 1.8 GPM model first. It produced much more pressure than I expected so I went for the 1.5 GPM. Definitely worth the money.
flamingowingz –
Works well, lots of pressure now. I finally feel that my hair gets rinsed well. I’m happy with this purchase.
Randy King –
This showerhead was installed in an area with notoriously low water pressure. A standard showerhead produced ridiculously low trickle of water, but this unit produces a really powerful, full showering experience.
Seth –
Exactly as advertised, product met my expectations perfectly. The single detractor from this item is it can be a little bit loud but that’s how the aeration function produces good pressure using less water.Overall, good product for a good price. Definitely recommended if you’re looking for high pressure with less water. I’m actually going to try out the 1.5 GPM model because of how much pressure this 1.8 GPM model puts out.
Steve –
Hard to believe this spout is only 1.5 gpm because it feels like 2.5 gpm. Love it.
edwin wenzel –
Works great.
Shyam –
Excellent, well designed product! Worth the cost.
Eileen G. D’andre –
Great little shower head. Nice stream for a shower head that conserves water
Richard O –
Lots of power
Amazon Customer –
Never clogged once in years. And there’s a lot of rust in these old pipes. 🙂
jason a gaudreau –
Excellent pressure and almost no steam which allows me to run the shower water set a bit cooler, since very little of the energy is turned into steam. I will be buying another one. Also the shutoff button allows you some ajustmen t of pressure if you want to take a little pressure off the stream.
Eileen –
Puts out a powerful jet for shower while still saving water. Best thing is it’s made in the USA!
Beth P. –
Living in California, I’ve been using low-flow shower heads with trickle valves for years. I’d accepted the decreased water pressure. Recently, my WaterPik shower head broke – cheap plastic part. Having only one bathroom, I needed a new shower head immediately. So I bought another Waterpik product and installed it. The worst water pressure ever! So I went on-line to do my research. Everything I’d read about the High Sierra design, quality and pressure clinched the sale. I received it in no time at all and installed it. OMG! The best water pressure since pre-low-flow days. I’ve been bragging to friends and family about it. It’s the most exciting thing in my life in weeks. (That doesn’t give a good impression about my life, does it?) Thank you. I look forward to my shower every day.
Mandy P. –
Bought this because of low water pressure. It works amazing!!!
Amy –
This shower head is amazing I can’t tell the difference except in my water bill! The spray is wide and feels better then my previous one. Would 100% recommend not only for environmental reasons but for your water bill too.
Kable –
nice shower head
Reader –
As others have noted, this showerhead is suprisingly small. But it delivers! Despite poor water pressure on my second floor, it produces a vigorous spray, not stinging; instead, satisying round droplets. Be aware there is no way to adjust the spray at the shower head, just a single setting, but one that suits me well. FYI, I used some plumbers tape that I had around (not included) for the installation; there were no leaks with minimal tightening.
San754 –
Love it
Alex –
Very impressed with the water pressure. Definitely louder than other shower heads, but it’s definitely livable.
D. E. –
Unbelievable water pressue from this showerhead !! I bought 2 of them……one for each bathroom !!
Marie Cameron –
My husband is super particular on showerheads. So when I went on a make an eco house kick, he was skeptical when I showed him this one. We watched some videos online and he said sure. Well we got it and he loves this one. The button to be able to pause the shower is great! Can’t speak any higher of this head so far. We’ve only had it for a couple weeks and its been great! Definitely recommend.
J. Walker –
My teenage daughters enjoy taking 45 minute showers and my water bill has been through the roof. Our water usage was at 9000 gallons in May and I flipped out and started looking for water saving shower heads. After reading the reviews for this shower head I purchased a pair and installed them in their bathrooms. Last month after I installed them my water usage dropped to 6000 gallons and I can’t wait to see how much we saved this month. There is good pressure coming out of the shower head and you honestly can’t tell it’s only 1.5 gpm. I’m very impressed with it and considering purchasing the handheld version for my wife and I.
Steven M. –
This shower head has amazed me. You cannot tell its low flow, in fact it has a massaging effect to it, it’s that powerful. I am so pleased with this purchase.
Mark Slusz –
Amazing spray. Amazing pressure. Satisfying shower!!!
Barb –
Our small town has horrible water pressure and water consumption is very expensive. This shower head is perfect for both. Great product!
bigHEAD –
I bought this shower head based on the reviews. Recently, the water pressure was lowered way down in my apartment and I needed it to compensate for it. First time I opened it, I was disheartened. It is so tiny! How could this thing work?It worked wonderfully. This shower head performed remarkably well and I was finally able to have the shower I was looking for. With it’s size and strength, it’s also very maneuverable, hitting every spot in my shower (and helping me clean it when needed).The only con I have is that it’s a bit loud. If you have issues with loud noises, this will bother you, but otherwise I was okay with it (kinda sounds like a strong hose). Maybe a future model will have something to dampen the noise but, in the meantime, I will be enjoying my awesome showers.
MarLo –
This is a fantastic shower head. It’s heavy and well made. It’s easy to install. And it really does help both with water efficiency (gpm and hot water duration) and with shower pressure. Worth the investment, and as the manufacturer says, it quickly pays for itself.
Michael V. –
Nice, strong spray
John –
excellent product. Before installation I would run out of hot water after just 3 or 4 minutes of showering. After installing this I can shower for as long as I like and have yet to run out of hot water!
KijinnoKamen –
Indeed, this has produced the best shower I’ve had since visiting a water falls, has that soaking misty negative ion feeling you get standing near a waterfall. Easiest installation ever, just wrap a bit of plumbers tape before screwing in clock-wise, didn’t have any leaks or problems with the stopper either, really nice to have that feature added to an already awesome shower head. And to top it off, this is actually a water saving shower head, so you can bathe and feel good inside and out knowing you are doing your part to conserve water for our planet.
moos –
Works great in my shower. Replaced a water hog, and the stream just is fine.
Charles T Williams –
Works great!
GWP –
Arrived quickly.. great quality. . impressive water stream power .. bought 2!
Genesplitter –
I purchased the handheld version (identical to regular head, but includes a retro-looking ceramic handle), mounted it in a generic plastic holder. The generic holder did not fit well. One day the handheld showerhead fell out the generic holder and cracked the ceramic handle. I contacted the company and spoke to David Malcom, the inventor/owner. He told me to ship it back to him and he replaced the ceramic handle. I also now have the custom-fit holder that David created. The custom holder fits perfectly and there is no chance of the handheld falling down. I really appreciate being able to talk to the inventor of the product and encourage all my friends and family in need of a low-flow showerhead to purchase this one. The cost is greater that other low-flow heads but the performance and quality is *far* higher, which makes the higher cost worth it.I’d like to add that my water company, EBMUD, provides free low-flow showerheads. I used the free heads but spent the money for these showerheads anyway, which indicates just how good they are.
undeadmouse –
With home/rental prices in Los Angeles soaring and a rising fear that we would be locked into our low price rental in a desireable neighborhood, my girlfriend and I were certain that we were relegated to a future of showers more or less akin to a slow drool from our rusty old pipes. She had already given up and accepted this future, but not I! I courageously waded into the forest (of amazon showerhead options) and emerged victorious; gleaming relic held high to the gods of water pressure and bathed in the victory of my conquest.The high sierra watersense is a miracle of hydrodynamics. You can have that shower you never thought was possible; constant, comfortable flow without that pins and needles feeling, and if you live in a drought stricken area like Los Angeles you can also have luxury and comfort for a reasonable price, all while using less of the wet stuff and even supporting a local business. Do it… you won’t regret it.
Andre Gomes –
If you want a low flow simple shower head, this is the best you can buy. It looks amazing and the water pressure is excellent.
Glenn Robbins –
This is the first time I have ever left feedback for a product purchased on Amazon. Amazing product!!!!! Works as advertised.
Paul G –
Great quality. Easy to install. The water stream is strong. Saving water. I am going to change the other shower heads in the house.
bmagness –
I love these shower heads. I have a 4/4 townhome and I bought this for one of the showers and liked it so much that Ibought three more. The last three I bought have handles and a holder so the girls can wash their hair easier and the shower stalls can be more easily cleaned. I’ve been on a campaign to lower my water bill and these are part of that campaign. Installed low flow faucets and toilets too. We get charged for water coming in and sewage going out.My water bill has gone down by about $150 a month! Very nice, strong flow comes out. Don’t miss the old higher flow shower heads at all.I highly recommend these.
Tiffany –
This 1.5gpm High Sierra shower-head is incredible! I was debating between the 1.5gpm and 1.8gpm, because I wanted more pressure than my 1.75gpm other brand shower-head was giving, and I took the risk of buying the 1.5gpm and I am glad I did. The High-Sierra 1.5gpm is much better all around than my 1.75gpm other brand shower-head. I’d guess that the High-Sierra 1.5gpm shower-head feels more like a 2.25-2.5gpm shower-head, which makes me wonder if High-Sierra will eventually create a 1.2gpm model in future.Compared to my 1.75gpm other brand shower-head, this 1.5gpm High Sierra shower-head:- Has stronger pressure and feels like I am getting about 0.5gpm more water when I am actually using 0.25gpm less, rinses me off faster, which saves me time and even more water.- Swivels much wider – which is nice because I can face the water where I want it when cleaning the shower or away from me while waiting for hot water to arrive, which saves me time and even more water.Other things to note:- Since I am using less hot water, less steam gets into my bathroom resulting in my being able to see into my mirror sooner and I can turn my bathroom fan off sooner. This also means less humidity in my house, which makes my air conditioner happy, lowers the risk of mold, etc.- Using less hot water means less heating fuel and means my garage (where my water heater is) stays cooler in the summer.- Means my hot water heater can work less and less likely to run out of hot water.- I got the model with the trickle valve – the valve functions smoothly and is really easy to use – I lather up without water on – saves me water. After using the valve for a couple of weeks it will be come a nice habit.
Raghu –
great shower head, i live in CA was trying to do my part in saving water & my old shower was leaking so i decided to buy this. Water pressure is better than my previous shower which was rated for 2.5 GPM. Purchased 2 more for other bathrooms.
Amazon Customer –
Raving about plumbing is new to me, but this tiny shower head is amazing. Showering went from a weak, depressing drizzle to a powerful spa-like experience. Installation is done with one set of pliers and a length of Teflon tape – approx 3 minutes.
Self’s –
Just what I wanted! Easy to turn on and off during the shower, has wonderful pressure! Will probably buy another one for my 2nd bathroom.
Amazon Customer –
My hot water lasts much longer than with my old showerhead. It puts out a nice spray that doesn’t make you wish for more water.
Lab Lover –
We have had other less expensive shower heads that look similar but do not perform like this one. Even though I would prefer the 2.5 flow this is the best 1.5 flow for water/energy savings we have found. The drops are larger than the less expensive models. I can definitely live with this while saving money on heating water.
Henrietta –
Very nice shower even with our low water pressure. We have a well, fairly low water pressure, and do not soften our slightly hard water. This simple shower head out-performs all the elaborate versions we have tried over the years. It also doesn’t take up a lot of space or headroom. It seems to be resisting mineral build-up. We have been using it for a few weeks now and we are both still very happy with it. The powerful spray it produces is amazing. It does not make that wide diffused cone spray with nothing in the middle like some cheap water-saving shower heads.
ROBBALLEN –
falulous. very strong water flow
J. Bake –
Installation took a couple minutes. Used a crescent wrench to take off the old fixture, cleaned Teflon tape from pipe (put a new wrap of it on), and screwed this in.Replaced our 2GPM fixture with spray ‘wand’ that was never used and always become moldy in the opening. This High Sierra product is amazing — great pressure, industrial quality, well worth the extra money. Easy/no maintenance and stays clean. Do not hesitate to buy this product — pressure feels strong and smooth compared to our ‘rain shower head’ it replaced.
JH –
This is amazing. It cut almost 2000 gallons off my month usage!
Raven –
Adjusting from a rain shower head that was supposed to be low-flow to this was a bit of trial the first few days. Having been used to more body coverage to a more direct stream with lots of splashing from pressure made me nervous about liking this shower head. But when I washed and rinsed my hair in what felt like seconds and my husband still had hot water to use when I was done, that was is for me. When I showed my husband the switch so he could shave in the shower, he was sold. We also have very bad water pressure if more than one tap is going. This shower head still pushes out enough pressure to be able to shower. Our water bill has gone down a couple dollars over the past few months. It’s not significant enough to rant about, but I know that means we are saving water and that is something.
Marco Mazzalupi –
They work so well, I no ught two more … now have one on each of our showers (3 total)!!!
daniel j casey –
Best shower head out there
Sean Reifschneider –
For a 1.5GPM shower head, I’m pretty happy with this one. I don’t know if my wife would like it compared to the 2.5GPM we have in the main shower, but I’ve taken a few showers in the guest bath that has this and I’m happy with it. It produces a wide pattern, but is maybe a bit stingy. I recently moved it up about a foot which makes it more gentle. The shower head in the guest bath is below the top of my head.
M. Leber –
I love efficiency gadgets to the point of driving my poor wife a bit crazy so she was understandably skeptical. I decided to give it a try since neither of us liked the existing showerhead in our rental home. She was sure she wouldn’t like it but she liked it and assume it had to use MORE water than the old one. Nope.If you don’t mind a shower head with only one spray pattern (which feels like being in a heavy downpour) and want to save water, energy, and money, give this shower head a try.
Angel Santiago –
Top of the class, highly recommended,
Jesus Riley –
Amazing powerhouse of a shower head – what a great deal!!!
Amazon Customer –
Water pressure is terrific.
Fred –
Is fine.
Vic –
excellent
Ordinary Guy –
I’ve been very pleased with this shower head. I purchased it more for the water pressure aspect than the water conservation benefits, but I’m pleased to have both (although the way I use it negates the water savings I would otherwise get). The pressure is strong without being uncomfortable. I purchased 2 and have both going at once with a flow diverter.If you do that, you’ll need a sturdy diverter as these are fairly weighty.
Kd –
Great pressure and saves water.
LHT –
Works great. Has nice pressure to fully rinse my hair. Best low water flow I’ve had. My shower height is adjustable but currently set at approx 5’11”. Great spray pattern at the height.
Michael Meloy –
I rarely leave feedback on things unless I am so moved to think that the product is EXCEPTIONAL!! Simply put….. This shower head is what I have been looking for in the past 7 years in search of the perfect shower head. I have bought no less than 10 different shower heads since moving in to my new home 7 years ago. This new shower head is EVERYTHING I have been looking for and MORE !!
Kevin –
I have tried 3 different low flow shower heads and this is by far the best when it comes to pressure and still getting a good old fashioned relaxing shower. The only down fall is that is a little noisy but hey no one is perfect.
Sandy –
Love this item!!Water that comes out just like a high pressured showerhead and saves water at same time..When I bought it I was just going to try it..Very pleased.. I recommend this product to anyone…
Elliott –
This is, quite possibly, the best shower head I’ve ever had. With the 1.5 GPM flow rate being a big part of the advertisement, I wanted to wait until I received my water bill before I rated the product. Water usage dropped drastically! The plus side is you aren’t trading water pressure for conservation. Water comes out with enough pressure to easily rinse soap, shampoo, blood, and pressure wash everything within a 10 foot radius. The nozzle head is adjustable if you prefer to dictate the direction of the spray.Installation was simple. There were no washers, seals, or clamps to install. The unit comes delivered as a single piece. The only prep work I needed to do was removal of the old shower head, cleaning the threads, a little plumber’s tape, and simply screwing the High Sierra shower head in place. I’ve had this product for nearly 2 months now, and have no complaints.The only suggestion I could make for improvement would be a shutoff switch to turn the water off while soaping down… but now I just sound like a cheap penny pincher.
Pen Name –
Works great, happy with performance of this shower head
Gina –
Great Product.
rosalie a hagestrom –
I don’t generally write reviews of products but this shower head is outstanding! I agonized over buying this shower head to be honest. We had a nice handheld one but it was 2.5GPM, and water is really expensive where we live. So I broke down and bought this water saver. What I was worried about was that the water would come out way to slow and the soap would never get out of our hair…..my daughter and I both have crazy thick and curly hair. Well we received this little beauty and turned it on and while the water does come out different it came out with plenty of force to wash our hair fine. I can’t believe actually that it comes out one entire gallon less then my old one because it sure doesn’t seem like it. The next thing I want to point out is that the way that the shower head is on a swivel ball mean you can really really move it around which makes it really slick to clean your shower. I was playing with it and wasting water just the other day and I can almost spray over the top of the curtain towards the back of my shower enclosure. So if you are contemplating and water is horridly high like mine is give it a shot. I am sure glad that I did. <3
Robin –
The water pressure on this shower head is pretty good. At first I didn’t like the trickle valve but now I don’t mind it.
Amazon Customer –
When this shower head arrived, I was hesitant about it based on the size. It fits in the palm of your hand. I was pleasantly surprised by the amount of pressure and showering experience that it provided. This is a wonderful purchase if you are looking to save on water. The engineering of the solo hole with the small tube is to be applauded. As for dealing with rinsing long hair..I can attest as a man with hair down to my lower back and a 7 inch long beard that this little baby will take care of getting rid of shampoos and conditioners. Kudos to the fine folks at High Sierra for creating such a wonderful product.
Nathanael R. Hill –
Despite living through a multi-year drought here in California, I was hesitant to purchase a low-flow shower head, as I envisioned weak streams unable to rinse the soap off. But was I wrong. This shower head has not only countered all my misconceptions of a low flow shower head, but has fulfilled all my expectations of what a shower head should be! The water pressure is fantastic, the water flow is powerful, the shower head is easily maneuverable and the sleek design is perfect. I’ve already purchased a second one to give as a gift. And to top it all off, the customer service has been fantastic. I had a few questions, and each email was responded to promptly and thoughtfully. This whole process, from research, to purchase, to installation, to showering and finally to interacting with customer service has been seamless. My search for the perfect shower head is over.
nick watson –
I like it.
Amazon Customer –
So good, you won’t think it’s legal. It compensates for water pressure in the building, making sure you get its full flow and not a drizzle. Provides a vigorous shower, while being a water saver.
Joy –
WOW! This shower head is amazing. I live in CA and the city required my landlord to replace the shower head with a pathetic water saver that dripped like one drop of water per second so I was cold and shivering and could never get the soap out of my hair. I bought this one to use instead. It uses less water AND offers a fantastic spray — better than what I had originally. I’m in love with this shower head and will take it with me everywhere I go!
SoCalgrl –
We were looking for a low flow showerhead to keep our water use to a minimum during the drought. We like this one so much we bought one with the extension for our guest bathroom. Water truly does come out in drops rather than pitiful mist like some of the heads at public pools and gyms. Shut off valve is a great feature.
Not Anybody –
Our previous shower head was a old 2.4 gpm aerating shower head provided by the water company. It did its job reliably, but I was never really a fan of its spray pattern. The spray was a blast of small droplets – moderately forceful but not very effective at rinsing hair.By comparison, the High Sierra shower head sprays a pattern of big, fat droplets. It feels more forceful than the aerating head, while still falling short of the threshold for stinging discomfort. It rinses very well indeed when you consider that it uses 2/3rds the water of the other head. As a bonus, the fat droplets retain heat more readily than the tiny drops of the old shower head.There is a compromise that must be endured here: the spray pattern of the High Sierra is slightly narrower than the other shower head, and probably most shower heads. In my case, I am far more interested in the quality under the spray than the area it covers, which is why I didn’t reduce my rating for this. Those who like sprays that cover their whole body at once may not love this head, so be aware.In terms of appearance, both the old shower head and this shower head are very compact units – well, tiny, really. So from my perspective there was nothing to get used to on that front. The newer one looks more attractive than the older one. It feels like it will last a long time; there is very little that can degrade inside of it, or turn “gunky” with biological growth. But if you’re looking for a physically imposing shower head, and this appearance is important, then once again this is not the shower head for you. I was not, so again, no deduction in score.
Amazon Customer –
Absolutely awesome
sv18 –
It took us a few days to get used to the new head, but once we did, we love it. For using such a smaller volume of water, the flow actually seems to be more than our old deluxe 2.5GPM head. My wife actually finds that she has trouble getting shampoo out of her hair now when we go to a hotel and use their “nice” shower heads! We even bought one for my parent’s guest bathroom so we’d have it when we travelled there. Don’t hesitate to buy this, and try it for a week. You won’t want to go back.
Reyna Thera Lorele –
It doesn’t look like much, but it works great!
Ellen Williams –
I first heard about this shower head in our local paper. It stuck in my mind because it was invented and made locally in California. However, I bought a cheaper shower head instead. The cheap one was miserable. It felt painful. Also, because our bathroom is far from the water heater, has a high ceiling and is open to our bedroom, I always felt cold with that shower head. I finally decided to buy the High Sierra shower head. It is fantastic! Instead of pain, it feels luxurious. Somehow, the hot water comes quickly. And it feels warm inside our shower. With the way we run water, it uses 1.25 gallons per minute–so better than advertised. You can also turn the water down even lower and it is still a nice shower. I highly recommend it!
Andrew I. Jewett –
If you don’t mind some slight discoloration of the clear plastic, it works very well. The shut-off valve is probably the most important (as far as water saving is concerned), and it is fits tightly and does not leak.
Keith Rafferty –
Excellent product! Works great!
tim haywood –
Having 3 boys who love long hot showers we needed a way to offer a better shower with less water. All three where THRILLED with this shower head!
Proud Papa –
This shower head is amazing. Great force of water with low flow efficiency. I put one in each of my showers and have even bought them for friends who also love them.
YukiGovno –
Very pleased with the gpm flow and the feel of the water. Kinda expensive, and so far have only found it at what appears to be full retail price, no matter where I look, and effectively only available from the manufacturer. But still a nice product.
lsmoondancer –
I’ve been through 3 shower heads in 6 months. None gave good pressure or saved enough water until this power house! We have poor water pressure and an old water heater that never seemed to keep up….til now. I can actually shower and shave both my legs before I run out of hot water now. That may seem trivial but for me, it’s a big deal!! The water pressure is wonderful and there’s no “donut hole” effect on the stream as is commonly found in competitors’ products. I initially balked at the price but it’s WORTH EVERY PENNY! I’ll be replacing my other shower head with one of these very soon.
Ted –
Nicely built showerhead, albeit only in use for 1 month now. So I cannot comment about longevity and long term crud build up. While not as powerful a stream as my old, and I do mean old, Oxygenics, it is entirely adequate. I like a strong stream to loosen up my back in the morning, and this showerhead fulfills that need.
Don Jay –
Reviews are legit. This is the best shower head for the money. Easy to install and water pressure is perfect. Will buy another one for the second bathroom.
Angela K. McBride –
I tried others before this one, first because this one looks so weird and tiny, I was afraid the coverage would not be enough (I like to feel water all over, not just in one spot), and second because of the price, doubting a showerhead should be worth that much.Wrong and wrong.The coverage is excellent, the flow is great, it feels stronger and better than my old 2.5 gpm showerhead. It seems to be very well engineered and feels very high end (look and touch). Time will tell for lifespan.
N. Hansen –
We live in Northern California where saving water is a must. Taking a 3-minute showers is one of many things we do in our house to save water. I installed this in our guest shower for out-of-town guests who may not aware of the water situation. None have ever commented one way or the other.
john –
Very nice unit. Save’s 40% of shower water. With two kids and my sister in the house it’s a must for the water bill. The company was so nice. They repaired a hand held unit for free. If you got kids you want the wall unit.
barbara –
I bought this because of the great reviews. I am looking to cut electric and water costs. I am not sure about saving money since I just installed them, I bought two, last night but I can definitely say my water pressure is amazing. We all have thick hair in my house so I was concerned when I ordered them but no worries. Even my teenage daughters gave them rave reviews.
August West –
Seems overpriced, but it does feel like it’s delivering more water than it actually is. Nicely engineered.
BizBookGuy –
Great and efficient shower head….my guests really enjoy their showers.
Amazon Customer –
We had a wonderful low flow shower head for 30 or so years and it finally died. I bought an inexpensive one that seemed similar, from the local hardware store. My wife and I hated it, as it was such a fine mist with no force to it. It may have been low flow but not very good for rinsing soap out of long hair or very soothing.So I found the High Sierra shower heads online, at the company website and on Amazon, and ordered the basic 1.8 gpm model. We’ve had if for a day and both used it and love it! The volume of water is low but the concentrated heavier flow, as described on Amazon and the company website, is excellent! We’ll recommend them to everyone we know and a summer camp that I work for!
Braden –
This showerhead has great pressure. I think the trick is the head sprays the water in drops throughout the flow area, rather than in several uniform streams. Where a typical low flow showerhead will have around ten little streams coming out of it, this one spreads the water throughout the area that it is covering. It works really well. It provides a much nicer shower than my old standard flow showerhead, and uses half the water! My water heater no longer runs out of hot water after consecutive showers. I will be buying two more of these in the future.
BJ Saini –
Awesome shower heads. I can not even begin to describe the difference this made compared to the old shower heads we had. We have a well pump and our water pressure wasn’t the best but you couldn’t tell if you took a shower at my house now thanks to these shower heads. I bought one first to see if I would like it and after I fell in love I bought another two for the other showers in my house. Do yourself a favor and enjoy taking a shower again. I forgot what I was missing, thanks High Sierra.
Jennifer R. –
Wow! This is seriously the best low-flow shower head I have ever used! It feels like a real shower head and not some fine mist! Superb design and super simple to install.
Florida –
This is it! Even though my old shower head was 2.5 gpm, the High Sierra 1.5 gpm provides a better shower and it seems to get me wetter. It gives real drops of water, not a heavy mist. It feels good, too. There is the sensation of more powerful water pressure, a wetter shower, and I save as much as 40% on my water usage. I’d rate this as “Perfect”
Gretchen –
I really like this shower head. I have two in the house. I’m moving, and have to leave them in, but I intend to buy a new one for my new house. This time, I will buy the one with a trickle valve so it is easier to pause the spray. Also, since my next shower is very high, I will be getting the 1.8 gallon version. That’s what the company recommends if the shower head is pretty far up there, away from your head (which means you are short.)
dfmmover –
Works great and plenty of water pressure. Don’t even notice the reduced water amount.
Salvatore Croce –
Great product ,Great vendor
royalimage –
Works good
R. Sutter –
Wow! I’m tempted to go stick a bucket under this to measure how much water is coming out because I can’t believe it’s only 1.5GPM…this thing is fantastic!
Al –
Seems to be working well, cuts down on the hot water usage during the winter.
RobbAce –
Ordered two. Feels great! Hot water lasts longer too!
Joe R. –
Installed this to replace a 2.5gpm showerhead… The water pressure coming from the high sierra felt much stronger than the 2.5 head which was recently cleaned. Unfortunately there was an extremely high pitched whistling sound that made using this shower head impractical for more than a couple of minutes. All the solutions I’m finding regarding fixing this noise is to remove the washer they put in the showerhead to reduce the water flow, which negates any benefit of buying a low flow showerhead.** UPDATE JUNE 12 2017 5 stars**I moved and installed the shower head in my new shower. The whistling noise is gone, which makes this shower head perfect
RJS –
one of the best shower heads I’ve ever head…Ron
Amazon Customer –
Best low-pressure shower head I’ve found.
Jose Santos –
I save water when taking showers using this shower head.
Amazon Customer –
This is the best shower head I have ever had. Buy this. You will love it.
IanK –
I replaced the old shower head without telling my wife. The next day she asked me why there was no shower head on the shower. She thought the water was coming out so forcefully that it was just the open pipe. It does look a bit like that i.e. minimalist. But her comment attests to the force of the flow. I tried it myself and it does have some significant momentum which leads to the feel of a much greater flow rate. After two days and two showers, I remain very impressed. I have ordered another one.
Alfonso Castillo –
Loved it. Super easy to install and it in deed gives an extra pressure to the water.I can’t be sure how or how much does it save water, but from the pressure perspective I would 100% recommend it.Also looks quite nice.
Amazon Customer –
Excellent pressure and spray pattern–better than many that use 2.5 gpm or more. Best low-flow, high-pressure combination I’ve found.
Amazon Customer –
I would still have liked more pressure, but for a low flow head it isn’t bad at all and a huge improvement on the one I had before.
Bill Blair –
Great product. It feels like a ton of water Much better than other water saving shower heads.
NE COAST –
Amazing results simply said!Great product and worth every penny… arrived well in advance of promised date and works exactly as described!Definite feel of more water pressure than you actually have, rinses soap form body n hair in half the time plus+ 1.8 GPM adds up to even more savings! Do NOT hesitate if you suffer from low-pressure well system or just want to have a great shower n save a bunch of money too 🙂
DaveJayAllDay –
I purchased one of these for my shower a year ago, and soon after replaced the rest of the shower heads in my house with it. I enjoy the level of pressure you get, without having to feel bad about wasting water.
gary –
Great pressure and water volume I bought 4 shower heads for all my washrooms
dac –
amazing
Stacy –
After reading reviews on several different shower heads, I decided to purchase the High Sierra. And I was not disappointed. It really does not seem like it is low flow. Most low flow shower heads do not rinse long, thick hair very well. But that has not been the case with this shower head. I will be purchasing one for my other bathroom soon.
Thomas Lane –
It works very well. It looks very spartan, not like a regular bulbous shower head. It looks more like just a pipe coming out of the wall. I don’t have any issues about looks and I can’t tell there is less water coming out than my old fixture. So I am saving water and having a good shower what’s not to like?
amsse –
So far, this has been a great product. You almost won’t believe that it is really using half the amount of water as your “regular” shower head. The amount of pressure is perfect! Powerful without being painful. Love this! We will probably replace all of the showerheads in the house with these.
Scott Colson –
I have two daughters that take long showers and love to empty the water heater. (50 Gal). I had a low consumption head that they constantly complained about. I installed this one and they say it works great and washes the shampoo out of their hair with no issues. Hot water does not run out as frequently. Makes me happy!
kk –
This is the best shower head that I have used. I used to buy the cheap jet heads at a store, but decided to give this a shot.Pros:There is no sediment build-up. In the year+ that I have had this, my roomates have had to clean their shower heads twice. We get heavy buildup where I live, and I have taken it off once to look and found nothing.This does a better job than the cheaper versions because you’ll use less hot water. On the other heads, by the time the water hits your feet, it’s warm at best due to the fine spray. This shower head does something different, because while the pressure feels just as good, I do not experience cooler water temps like I did before. I also don’t have to crank up the hot water to feel it.Cons:I wish it had a turn-off valve like the cheaper versions have. That would make water savings even greater!
Patsy –
Excellent pressure
J.Beach –
Stop reading reviews and buy this. I switched from the average 10 dollar 1.5 GPM shower head to this one and the pressure is 10 times better! Wish I had bought this years ago
Pancho Villa –
Awesome, feels like you’re using more water but aren’t.
Paula Tisdale –
I got this 2 weeks ago. I had read the reviews and they seemed positive. I already had a water saver shower that was really great, but with all the dry weather and lack of rain I get very nervous. I have a 100 foot point well, and with the recent very hot summers, saving water is on my mind. It was very easy to install. I took a shower and wow, the pressure was fantastic. Lots of hot water and what a great improvement. Make sure you get the cap at the end because it gives a real strong spray of water. I give this 10 stars. My previous shower head was 2.5 gallons over minute. My friend came and said wow, did the plumber fix something. Absolutely a great product.
richard conway –
excellent product, especially during time of drought here in California!!
Gnome de plume –
Bucket tested this shower head with cold water full blast, which is more spray than I normally use. It measured 1.7 gallons per minute. The way this shower head pulsates in waves makes it feel like much more. Thoroughly impressed and pleased with my purchase.
Mike.the.kraken –
It’s a little expensive for what you get, but the 1.8 GPM flow is perfect. Plenty of power in the stream, and I have zero issues rinsing. Little to no misting, and decently wide coverage. Very happy with this purchase.
Dave –
The best I have ever owned
Adam Platt –
Best shower head ever.
Bradley –
I was actually hoping to be a bit more excited about this. I have holding tanks so the less water the better. I bought a water saver shower head 7-8 years ago(don’t know the brand anymore). I assumed it was a 1.5 GPM. I was tired of this spray going all over the place, so when I saw the good reviews for this so I decided to try it. I wanted to give this review from the shower! I am assuming the splash guard as they call it keeps the stream more focused. I could instantly tell the better pressure. I had to see for myself about the 1.5 GPM claim. After spending a bit longer than I should have,(I haven’t had a shower at home with this much pressure for years!) I had a 5 gallon water jug for camping with .5 gallon increments on it. Yes, not a 100% accurate, but wanted to compare with my old shower head, besides as long as it was near the claim I am satisfied, and I am. after letting the shower run full blast It hit just the top portion of the 1.5 mark. Unfortunately for my old one; it came to about the 1.1 mark. Less water but less pressure also.So where does it leave me and my holding tanks? Well, I guess they get filled just a bit faster. I am not going to do the math on this. The 1.5 GPM I will still consider a savings with the added benefits of better water pressure that also stays IN the tub!
JohnB –
We replaced our shower head as part of our effort to cut water consumption during Californiat’s ongoing drought. what’s particularly nice about this head is that it gives the impression of putting out a much heavier water flow than it actually does. I can’t technically explain how it does this, but am convinced it played a moajor role in our near-50% reduction in water usage – AND it definitely feels like it’s giving us way more than 1.5 GPM. Of course, shutting it off while we “soap up” surely makes a significant difference. But what we like about this particular head is that when we’re rinsing, it feels like it’s putting out a lot more than a meager 1.5 GPM.
deba2a –
Love this shower head. When the water pressure is good it’s like showering in a fire hydrant. Does not feel like low flow shower head at all. Can be a bit noisy.
D. Bundesen –
We love this showerhead. I was extremely hesitant to get a low flo shower head, but with the drought in CA raging on, we had to do something. The good news is that this doesn’t FEEL like a low flow showerhead at all. And I am replacing a 6 GPM showerhead with this one and feel no difference at all. The little button that shuts off flow to allow one to lather up and then return quickly to full flow is a real bonus.Well done High Sierra. You have made a believer out of me.
Arleigh Kidd –
If you’re looking to save water and energy this is a great product. Even though its only 1.5gpm it feels like more and has a lot of pressure. Great design and great product!
Mom to 3 –
Easy to install and has helped cut water usage. We have an athletic son who wants to shower 2x a day. This showerhead helps us allow him to do that using less water.
JP Ohara –
Very utilitarian looking but does the job. No fancy water patterns or pulses. Pressure is stronger than I expected. Managed to rinse my long thick hair with no problem. trickle feature is quite nice to save additional water. Installed this in both bathrooms and water usage was decreased by ~2500 gallons in a month (5 people in the house with everyday showers ). Highly recommend.
Tim Hunt –
It performs as advertised–excellent pressure with minimal water use. After years of low pressure showers, we are enjoying this shower head.
gary schmitt –
It is a great showerhead. Low water use, but great water flow.
yosemiteexplorer –
I bought a couple of different low-flow showerheads (1.5gal/min rather than 2.5 gal/min) that were highly reviewed and they were terribly disappointing. I felt like I had to run around to get wet. This one felt like 95% of a high-flow head. It achieves it by aerating the water so that the drops are big, just full of air. It doesn’t look fancy and it is substantially noisier than a traditional showerhead, but it is vastly superior to the other 1.5 gal/min heads I tried. Incomparable. Oh, and it is SOLID. It has a large orifice that won’t clog and is solid steel (except for the “focusing” sleeve). I feel like you could will this thing to your great grandchildren!
yosemiteexplorer –
See my other review for the one with the shutoff valve. Short answer – after testing others, far and away the best quality shower from a low-flow head. Noisier than traditional and doesn’t look fancy, but the quality of the shower you get is simply light years beyond other low-flows I’ve tried (that also had high ratings). This is just a completely different technology and it is simply a better technology. End of story.[Update: July 9, 2017. We recently were showering in our guest bathroom, which had another low-flow showerhead. After two days of that, we ordered another one of these for ourselves and one for my nephew, who has a low-quality, low-flow showerhead. After how ever many years since I wrote my original review, I still find this is the best shower from a low-flow head that I’ve experienced and we’ve gotten some good comments from guests who are surprised to learn it is a low-flow head. After I replaced the other showerhead, I wondered if in fact the High Sierra was fudging the numbers. It seemed impossible that it was using only as much water as the other one. So I put a three-quart just under it and ran it for 30 seconds and sure enough, it was exactly 3 qts in 30 seconds.]
Birdy Num-Nums –
I purchased my HS 1.5 GPM shower head over a year ago and it’s been trouble-free the entire time. Well-made and easy to install, the shower head’s water spray is surprisingly strong and effective under medium water pressure. With no spray-control knob it is a “one size fits all” spray, but I’ve had no complaints from family members (and there’s a pretty big height range in our group). An excellent product that I would not hesitate to recommend.
Csage –
Excellent quality. I’ll be buying two more.
W. Snow –
This showerhead is very welll made, and while at first skeptical I became a believer in all it’s claims.It’s very efficient, and I noticed the change in the water bill immediately. I have two teenage kids andthey even said they liked this new showerhead better than the previous standard shower heads with flowlimiters in them. Great pressure, good spray, easy to control. Simple installation. As I live in California, thisaddition has proven to be a simple change providing a great shower experience.
Roderick L. Bryant –
It has made our shower functional and pleasant to use.
Michael Hsueh –
Works great! Great water pressure and coverage. Very satisfied.
RG Interests –
We have three showers in our house, and have gone through five different low flow showerheads trying to find one that frankly isn’t terrible. Our search ended with this one, it is by far the best. My favorite showerhead of all time was probably my water-abusing-world-destroying-fishkilling Speakman, which produced about 5 gpm (don’t worry, it’s long gone). The $100+ Speakman, when regulated appropriately and producing 2.5gpm, performed less satisfactorily than this shower head. Not to mention that this one has a crucial toggle switch, allowing you to save water while you soap up, or to keep the water warm between different people showering. It’s not much to look at, but let’s be real, if you’re looking at low flow showerheads you’ll take function over form any day. The company ships quickly too! We have replaced all three showerheads in our house with High Sierra showerheads. The handheld version is excellent for washing kids/pets.
dan lyons –
Exactly as advertised.
BB –
Simply awesome! This showerhead will just about blow your skin off. LOL it really is everything it says and more.
Jerry Lee Baker –
Fantastic shower head. I have very low water pressure and this shower head makes it feel like i have high pressure. shipped quick, well packaged.
F. Kulik –
Bought the 1.5 GPM version. And I’ll say right up front, I have no way of determining that the shower head is actually only using 1.5 GPM of water. That being said and assuming the volume of water used is as stated by the manufacturer, this is probably one of the most amazing little pieces of technology I have ever bought. There’s no question that you experience the sensation of far larger volume of water that is delivered to the user with a brisk, high pressure spray. Great product and worth the money.
Earle Jones –
Fine showerhead exactly what I expected. 1.5 gallons per minute is sufficient flow to make anyone happy.
Jonathan –
All function, no form. I got this because I was living in an apartment temporarily. No matter what, the hot water heater was just too small to keep up. I couldn’t take a shower much longer than 5 minutes without the water running cold (not exaggerating–I’m a guy who doesn’t take long showers at all). But I changed out their big rain shower head for this one and I had enough hot water to last an entire shower! The only downside is that it just isn’t all that attractive.
Educator, Lifelong Learner –
Really strong pressure (Surprise!). I wish I could turn it off during my shower to save even more water. Not pretty, but effective.
Wine Lawyer –
I replaced my low flow showerhead that was rated at 2.5 gpm with the High Sierra 1.5 gpm showerhead and am really enjoying it. Saving a gallon per minute in the shower. Using the trickle valve to shut off the water adds to that savings. Water stream is strong and droplets are large. A very well-machined showerhead that works well and saves water.
Wine Lawyer –
I got this showerhead to replace a low-flow 2.5gpm showerhead in the main bath. I have kids that spend a lot of time in the shower, even in drought-hit Northern California. They noticed the new showerhead but say that they can’t tell the difference! I got the same showerhead but with the trickle valve to install in our other shower. Both products from High Sierra are efficient, work very well, and are well-machined.
D –
This is a well made shower head with a strong stream. I love it.
Thomas Ball –
Works great and has lowered my water bill.
Pamela S. –
No wants to get out of the shower anymore because the water stays hot now. Before, we were just dumping all the hot water in 5 minutes. Now, we never have cold showers. This showerhead slowed down water usage so the water heater could keep up. The spray is great too! Very powerful!
Atheist –
I bought the 1.5 originally, but exchanged for the 1.8, which hits a bit harder so my sore muscles feel better. These are fantastic shower heads and the customer service is great. You should go read about them on their website. I would own one of these even if I didn’t have a small water heater simply for the fact you can stay in the shower a half hour if you want to and still have plenty of hot water, even with a 38 gallon tank like I have. Also, it has good pressure, so it doesn’t feel like you’re depriving yourself. The trickle valve is great, I wouldn’t be without it. I always cut back the water flow when I am soaping up and shaving.
Joan Differding –
Nice, strong water flow. Feels like a lot, while not using much water. The fixture is very nicely made – high quality finish and smooth action of the joint. We’re saving a lot of water on showers with this shower head.
MSB –
The High Sierra low flow shower heads should be required in every shower out west. We just replaced all three of our shower heads with these low flow nozzles. They provide perfect pressure and spray with very little water. We barely need to even turn on the water to get full strength. Rinsing is not a problem and the ~40% lower water usage goes unnoticed. Looking forward to saving cash on our water bills here in AZ. Given the ongoing water issues in the West, these should be everywhere!
Lala L –
I’m trusting that this really is a low flow shower head cuz it sure doesn’t feel like it! We never even use it at full flow – medium is more than enough. I have long hair and there’s plenty of “rinse” power. So it’s kind of industrial looking but in drought ridden California, who cares?
Fred –
At this point I am shopping for several low flow shower heads to replace 10 year old versions, I do not own this product yet. My most important impression re High Sierra is the number of replies to comments from the owner. It is both rare and incredibly important to me as a very quality and utility oriented consumer. I think that in the end this bodes very well for the product.
Burton Slotnick –
a bit dear but it works well; obviously well constructed. Lowering flow volume using the slide valve still produces more than enough water for showering.
Richard Cesena –
This item was exchanged for a handheld device of similar design.
Chuong Le –
I am living in California and it is in serious drought now. We are doing everything to conserve water. Replacing shower heads are on top of the list. Coming from 2.5 gpm to 1.5 gpm was a huge disappointment regarding stream pressure until I got to know this High Sierra 1.5 gpm. My whole family fall in love with it. It is hard to believe it consumes 1.5 gpm until we did measure it. I bought 2 of these for 2 bathrooms. Strongly recommended to all of my friends.
gmrabrak –
Works well!
Jaime W. –
If you enjoy weaksauce, wimp-city, or namby-pamby showers, move along to the $8, made-in-China units sold elsewhere. If you enjoy all the power of a twin-turbo big block V8 burning nitromethane, then go for one of these puppies. These shower heads are actually made in the USA and from real brass, steel, and other quality materials. You can feel the weight of it as soon as you pull it out of the package. And once you install it and shower for the first time–whoa, baby! This shower head rocks and it feels like it is spraying a heckuva lot more than 1.5 GPM. Love it!
jeff –
Hard to believe this has a 1.5 gpm flow. You can set it lower to about 1 gpm and it is sufficient. It is powerful enough at decreased settings to rinse you clean. The spray is much warmer at your feet than other economy showerheads which get almost cool by the time the water hits the floor. At full blast it rinses you better than a 2 gpm stream showerhead and easily removes even hair conditioner quickly.
J. MILNER –
Worth the money ! Feels like a regular showerhead, with a huge savings in water.
maureen meherin-rush –
Not as much water pressed coming through . But still very good product !
mountainmusic –
If you live in California, you need one of these. A great brand for low flow shower heads.
Darcelle Owsley –
great
J. Hamilton –
I haven’t measured the flow like some people have, but this thing puts out good pressure and works well. I think it vaporizes a lot of air, so my bathroom gets filled up with steam a bit more than before.
Jay –
Wanna save money but don’t want to feel like your taking a shower in a third world country with the water trickling down ever so slowly? Then this is your shower head.
Pocabecca –
Works as advertised. Will buy a second one.
sisansis –
In our on-going effort to conserve water, I researched low-flow showerheads and based on performance reviews, I selected the High Sierra WaterSense 1.8 gpm low-flow shower head with trickle valve. We haven’t been disappointed. I never thought a low-flow shower head would provide so much shower water! It’s wonderful and conserving water at the same time! We purchase the showerhead, a Delta hand-held showerhead and diverter arm. Very easy to install and I now have the hand-held for washing down the shower. The High Sierra is well made, heavy duty and should last a very long time! If you are thinking of replacing your current showerhead with a high efficiency, low flow the High Sierra is for you! Thank you High Sierra!
J. Shipman –
For a 1.5 gpm head, it works great. Those with really thick hair should be wary though as rinsing can be challenging.
Smokin Paul –
First to the reviewer that said he felt ripped off because there is no way this is 1.8 gallons a minute. I measured the flow with an empty milk jug and its about 1.8 GPM.I replaced a lower flow shower head that was slightly clogged when I removed it. The old head flowed about 1 GPM and created a mist that was causing mold to grow. The High Sierra 1.8 puts out a strong stream of water in small droplets but very little mist. No more foggy bathroom when your done with your shower. Plus the design with its large opening does not allow clogging to occur.The old head would mist and take longer to wash off soap and shampoo. The High Sierra with its strong stream of fine drops lets you rinse off fast for a faster shower. In the end its saving us water and lowering the water bill.We are very pleased with this purchase.
Daniela F. Fahey –
Purchased this showerhead about a month ago. It definitely lives up to all the glowing reviews. It may be low flow, but the design of the showerhead provides high pressure and a great shower. I especially like the no-clog feature.
Clay –
The large droplet spray makes the High Sierra Conservation Showerhead feel like it’s delivering a much higher flow rate than my previous Kohler showerhead (which says 2.5gpm on the showerhead, but also “1.75 gpm ecofficient” on the ball joint coupling). Ditto as compared to the Niagara N2515CH Sava Spa 1.5 gpm conservation showerhead that I’ve tried in the same shower. The High Sierra’s spray cone is also wider than I expected based on its appearance (although it still is a cone).The technology really is superior, with the result that you’re not sacrificing quality in order to get a lower rate of flow. I would estimate that it feels better than 90% of shower heads that I’ve used, but I’m also biased by my feelings about the CA drought. I recommend it very highly.The spray cone starts in the back of the fixture, about 2 inches behind the end of the spray cap. I’d say 90% of the water is evenly distributed in a cone that expands at a 30% angle. I.e. at 10 inches from the ball joint (and 8 inches from the opening), the cone is about 5 inches across.It feels solid and high quality. I think after you come to appreciate its effectiveness, the appearance grows on you (although the smoke glass splash guard looks like it might be more attractive to a lot of people, compared to the transparent one that I have). It’s not particularly loud in my shower. I measured 1.56 gpm based on 15 seconds, and 1.53 gpm based on 30 seconds.
Angela –
Best low flow shower head ever. We have just replaced a 1950’s shower head in our home. We were very reluctant to because it had always given a great shower, although short due to the water heater not being able to keep up with the water demand. We recently decided to replace it, with me kicking and screaming of course. I already have a low flow in our other bath. I hate it. Takes years to get soap out of my hair. Doesn’t seem like a water saving feature when it takes 20 minutes just to rinse out your hair. If I was going to replace a great 1950’s shower head, I wasn’t going to be left with yet another wimpy shower. So, if I was going to have to replace my precious shower head, I was going to do some homework.After I searched around on the web, I came across a few High Sierra reviews and a video of the shower head actually working. I was sceptical, but what does it hurt to try it out? I could always put the old one back on. After we had received this in the mail, I opened the package and laughed because it was such a tiny water head. I was still sceptical. Anyways, long story short, I hooked it up using the simple instructions. Turned on the water and was immediately shocked. I’m in love. 10/10 would buy again. In fact, we will in the very near future to get rid of the wimpy, already low flow in the spare bath. I put the 1950’s shower head in the basement just in case there is an issue, but I doubt there will be. Thank you so much for your great product!!!!!
T P Cooper –
I replaced a 1.5 gpm Delta head which we used and liked for many years. The High Sierra is simply better. Expensive but well worth it.I recommend it.
Ron S –
This showerhead has good flow at my 40psi water pressure. it is a little noisy, and the spray is not very wide. Good hard spray at low pressure though.A little pricey.
Seth Blizzard –
Great shower head! Lots of strength for so little water. I’m amazed at how little water goes down the drain vs what appears and feels like is coming out of the head. I have a septic system and I don’t want to over tax the drainfield and this head helps. It was an easy install. I’m glad I opted for the 1.8 gpm vs the 1.5 gmp head. My wife is 5 feet tall and the extra pressure is needed to get strong water to her height. It gives a nice shower over all and well worth the money. My short lived hot water now lasts much longer. My water bill/usage was down 15% the first month I had it in. Lots of perks!
Jonathan –
Increased my water time from around 5 minutes to 12 (I have a 30 gallon tank). The range is not the most spread out but just step back a bit and adjust (it takes a shower or 2) stream is plenty hard enough (especially close up).
Megan –
Great product. Easy to install and looks nice.
C –
Very satisfying shower head that provides a lot of pressure.
Hoosier Daddy –
This significantly exceeded my expectations. I purposely picked the 1.8 gpm version because I was leery of the 1.5 gpm unit. I don’t think that I needed to be concerned. My wife even thought that the 1.8 gpm unit wasn’t saving any water — until I measured the flow by discharging water into a bucket and proving that it was indeed saving water. It works so well that it really was that deceiving. If I did it again (and I just might….), I would be tempted to try the 1.5 gpm unit for additional savings. This manufacturer has designed a fantastic unit that doesn’t feel like a compromise.
Claudia B. Ponath –
Feels like a non-restricted shower-head, and I get to save water in parched CA. Best purchase ever!
R. Haase –
I was skeptical about this shower head because I like a strong stream of water when taking a shower. Living in Texas, water is expensive so I decided to give it a try anyways. Turns out that this shower head it great. It provides a strong stream of water while only using 1.5GPM.
KD –
The pressure is great. The only complaint I might have is that it seems kind of loud, but I’m willing to take that for a showerhead that is saving me a lot of money in water and power and still delivers solid pressure. Even my parents like it, and my mom has always complained about my previous 1.5 GPM showerheads.
Daniel Long –
Gives a good shower, feels like a lot more than 1.5 GPM.
Dan D –
I’ve had this now for the past two weeks. It’s one of the best shower heads that beats out many of he others that I’ve owned. For such a small head, it has a strong force with an excellent overall spray. So far, no leaks at the connection. I’m very pleased with this purchase. I wanted a shower head that was powerful yet saved on my water bills which keep going up. The switch to stop the full flow only allows a small trickle. It allows me to lather up before a full rinse. I recently bought an extension which will allow me to have flexible positions which will also serve my invited guests.
PatG –
We have two of these little blasters and love them. If feels as if you’re getting a flood of water even though they are low flow. They’re marvelous!
Kindle Customer –
Great product!
Jay E –
Efficient both on water and rinsing power. Don’t let this little guy fool you! Might not be the flashiest looking shower head to impress your guest. But I think it’s impressive that it still has PLENTY of rinsing power from 1.5 GPM. This will make you and your guests happier because you save on hot water usage; which means more hot water for everybody! Plus it’s made in the USA!
Crwys Harris –
It is a great shower head. The shower head I had before was good but this one feels more powerful, so I feel cleaner quicker and it is using a lot less water.
Joshua Hullender –
My wife was upset…at first…but once she saw and felt that the pressure was much better then expected and the hot water lasted about twice as long she was very happy. This little show head doesn’t look like much but it’s one of those “good things in a small package” kind of deals.
Carl E. Tucker –
We needed to improve our shower water pressure, and this was the answer. Can’t believe the difference. Very pleased with this item.
Gerald A Falbo –
Terrific product.
electroau –
Awesome job on the shower head.. I am on well water (set at 40 – 60lbs) and the results are nothing short of amazing. You don’t notice the pressure drop that had with the old head. My wife said it’s one of my better home improvement purchases. The inbuilt pressure regulator really shines with the different pressure that you have with a well pump and pressure tank. With the old head and other so called “low pressure heads” the pressure drop was noticeable. This High Sierra head stays strong all through the shower.Looking forward to seeing our electricity bill next month as normally your hot water can account for up to 30% of the electric bill. With at least a 25% reduction in hot water shower use, this will pay for itself in less than 2 months.
J. P. Wilcox –
This has worked well. It feels like more water is coming out than rated, so I measured it and it was accurate. It is a little more noisy than some, but only a problem if your shower is directly on the other side of a bedroom wall.
Greg Camp –
We have 3 of these in our house now. They are definitely saving heating costs and water usage. Also, I prefer this model over the one without the “trickle valve”. We have found that if you push the valve about half-way the water droplets will be a bit larger and the shower feels better (plus, you are less than 1.5 GPM at that point). It really feels like more than 1.5 GPM is coming out of the head. High Sierra definitely has a well engineered product!
jgl –
I do not live in an area where water restrictions are in place, but we do run out of hot water in the winter as we tend to take hotter showers. Last person in the shower used to suffer through a few minutes of cold water. This showerhead solved the problem without giving up water pressure and a good spray pattern.
Christopher Fildes –
Saves water and oil
TXmessica –
We had a decent low flow shower head previously, and like this one even better. Does a good job of creating what seems like pressure without cooling down the water first before it hits you with mist. My daughter has thick, long hair and says this one rinses the shampoo out of her hair a lot faster than our other low flow shower head. Definitely worth the extra $$$.Update 1 1/2 years later:Still loving this showerhead. I just bought a second one for our other bathroom. My ten year old says it actually has too much pressure and he misses the other showerhead we had. But I love it. My showers are much shorter now because everything rinses so fast – shampoo, conditioner, shower gel, shaving cream, etc. When I installed the second one, I was very skeptical about the 1.5 GPM rating because it seemed like so much water was coming out. So I got a bucket and a timer and I turned on the shower full blast, catching all of the water in the bucket for exactly 60 seconds. Much to my surprise, there was exactly 1 1/2 gallons of water in the bucket.
David S Spatola –
Strong water flow …
Kevin A Karl –
Finally, a satisfying low flow shower!
Gregory Allard –
Pros: Large drops of water. Not needing to use as much hot water to keep water warm.Cons: Not extreme high pressure. This showerhead replaced a showerhead that was left when purchasing a home. Overall I am very satisfied with High Sierra Showerhead. It provides a good shower experience and I don’t have to use as much hot water. Before I was turning the hot water up halfway through showering, I can take a whole shower without the water running cold now. Should save me some money in fuel.
Mark Horton –
Hard to believe this is low flow. Love the spray, just wish I could retrofit to my hand held waterpik shower head. Going to try to fit that up today if the threads on the hose are standard pipe size. Feels like a medium heavy rain. Rinses the soap out of my hair very well.
The Pollicledog –
Very satisfied! Just as advertised.
jd perry –
I went online to search for a solution to the problem of sand plugging-up our showerhead, as well as looking for something with good water pressure in a low-flow unit. This High Sierra showerhead had great reviews, so I gave it a try. It is amazing! We’ve been using it for a couple of months, and have had no trouble at all with it plugging-up, and it has amazing pressure. In fact, I’m not sure how it has such strong water pressure, since it is a low-flow unit. I’m very pleased with this purchase!
Adam the greek –
best low flow shower head i have ever used. Much better than the big box store or state run energy program options. purchased the 1.5 gpm unit and it works better than the old high flow shower head. great product
Josh –
Awesome showerhead. Doubled the strength of my shower to give me something that actually feels like an old-school shower instead of a misting. Love it!
Richard P. Glasser –
…but I do have a shower that drains very slowly. That means I can’t turn the shower on full blast, the way I like it, with a conventional shower head. If I do, the water backs up in the bottom of the stall. With this showerhead, I get a great, strong shower plus adequate drainage. Problem solved.
R.T –
Pay for itself on your water bill in no time
Ros –
This thing feels twice as powerful as my old 2.5 GPM shower head, despite using 40% less water. It’s like magic. Because there is no inner chamber, there is nowhere for water to pool and stagnate, and there is no lag after turning on the faucet; the water flow starts immediately. All in all, I highly recommend it.
Maria –
Been using for about 2 weeks now and I am beyond pleased!I’m from California with a domestic well and wanted to conserve water in our drought. Also, I had been running out of hot water but now have plenty to spare. The trickle valve is genius and you can easily adjust from full power down to where it just trickles out. Toggle it back to full power when you’re ready and there’s no worries about the water temperature having to be adjusted…it’s exactly where you left off. It feels great to be saving water and money.Don’t let the slim design fool you, this thing really puts out the pressure and it’s not an irritating, stinging spray but delivers luxurious drops.
Southdown –
Awesome shower head if you want a good shower with low flow. I wish the color of the knurled ring matched the body of the shower head better though
Daniel Puckett –
Not for everyone. I love it… My wife hates it.
Omar y ahmed –
Yes it was pretty good. I like it.
LSouth –
I submitted a review on the 1.8 GPM version. They are similar. This 1.5 GPM version is noticably quiter than the 1.8 GPM version. Neither are so loud that they were “deal breakers” for me, but I would probably recommend this version for most situations. Truly satisfying drenching spray pattern. Awesome product well worth the money.
LSouth –
Very nice and “heavy” flow… invigorating and drenching! Only thing I don’t care for is that the 1.8 GPM version seems to be a lot louder than the 1.5 GPM version which I also have in another shower. I have recommended to friends that they go with the 1.5 GPM version as that also provides a very satisfying shower. I’ve tried several competitive products from Delta and Whedon. These are definitely heavier spray and the spray pattern is nicely filled out in the center of the pattern as well. On some low-flow shower heads, you almost feel like the spray is only around the periphery and that you could almost stay dry if you stood in the middle of the spray pattern. Not the High Sierra. Bring your snorkel! Really excellent product and worth the extra investment.
Dana Pellerin –
This is a fantastic product. You can’t really understand how it feels until you get under one. Living in California I’ve been subjected to all brands of low flow shower heads and they all sucked, until we found this one. Most shower heads just reduce the holes in the head which creates smaller streams at a higher pressure. These usually feel harsh against the skin, and lack that feeling of power. This shower head creates larger drops which makes it feel like a real shower even though you’re using less water.It’s really ingenious, and I highly recommend it.
Suzanne Goodman –
This shower head is great! It doesn’t feel like a low flow product at all. Still waiting to get my first water bill after installing it to see if it’s helped with our usage but the showering is great so far.
N D –
Even though it is low flow I feel like I have plenty of water pressure and can still have a comfortable shower
phil f. –
Was always getting clogged nozzles. Have been using this for 2 years and not a single clog. Seems to be just the right amount of force of water hitting my skin.
JRP –
After installing these, our water bill decreased so we purchased one for the other bathroom.
DuMark –
It installs easily in minutes. I like the fact that its saving me $ in both the amount of water used as well as the cost of heating it which could be big if like me you have teenagers that don’t think, stay in there forever and take water for granted.The spray droplets size and water pressure have increased and are definitely very good. I also have the ability to control this further with the shower lever and adjust it for hard or softer spray for further savings.. I think its worth it at $35 but paying $70 for a shower head with an extension hose seems a bit out of reach for a shower head, otherwise I’d buy one for my second shower if it was like $50. (the hose version is good when rinsing the dog) . I should of bought 2 of these to begin with but didn’t know I’d like it so much. Get one, or two, you wont regret it.
Tom Curl –
Excellent!
Hook –
We live in a very old house with extremely low water pressure. I tried several shower heads, but none we able to provide anything close to a decent shower. The High Sierra delivers a full, satisfying spray of water, even at very low water pressures. Would buy again.
andrew –
If you actually care about water consumption and your overall home utility bills, this is a no brainer.Build quality is fantastic, yet simple and it’s performance is great. I was somewhat concerned that the low gpm would produce a wimpy water stream that you would have to tell yourself “this is better for the environment” to convince yourself you actually enjoy it. This is not the case, sure its a different output that the shower head we had, but I think its actually better. (We had a 2.5gpm).
Todd Troutman –
The only real choice.
U.N. Owen –
I live in Manhattan, and for some reason, the water pressure in my shower – the hot water – is ridiculously low.I initially bought 2 other shower heads to help overcome this problem, and norther worked.The problem isn’t annoying in summertimes (it’s a single handle faucet for both hot & cold water), it IS VERY annoying in the winter.I read the 1st couple of reviews (I apologise – my eyesight’s not great, but, I REALLY want to thank the gentleman who reviewed this and said he has dual-shower heads and was doing all these side-by-side experiments talked me into it).This shower head arrived and – even though I read the review, there’s an in-bred skepticism in me, even before I turned on the water, I was mentally preparing to be disappointed.Oh my goodness!This thing’s INCREDIBLE!In all my time in this apartment, taking a shower – as I said, esp. in the colder months – was something I’d dread.Not anymore.I’m still amazed, and every time I’ve walked into the bathroom, I turn it on and feel the REALLY strong spray (finally!) coming from my shower!Yes, I did take a shower, and as others have said, the spray you feel on your body – let me out it this way; if you didn’t know, you’d swear you’re under a ‘regular’ shower head.I understand their are people who have high water bills (we don’t get that here in NYC), and want to save money.Get this.Heck, you may just not want to waste water.Get this.It REALLY is amazing.
Mike –
Works great!!! It’s just not much to look at
I. Strenski –
Does the job, although greater force might be better
Silver Trumpet –
It’s the best low flow showerhead we’ve ever tried. Plenty of pressure for thorough, quick rinsing.
Northcoast Neighbor –
I do like this showerhead because it saves water and has a decent spray. In my specific situation it has one small problem because the shower pipe is mounted very high in the shower stall (previous owner’s self-remodel). This allows a number of fine droplets outside of the main stream to spray me lightly in the face even with the splashguard feature. I’m trying to think of it as an added bonus to wake me up in the morning.
R. M. Sills –
I never thought I could be enthusiastic about a shower head, but this product is great, and I’ve been using it for four months. It’s a low-flow shower head that feels like a high-flow shower head. Because I live in drought-stricken California, conserving water is important, but I’d happily use this even in a place with unlimited water. When I travel, I often wish that I had this shower head instead of the one in the motel room.An outstanding design feature is that, unlike other low-flow heads, this one doesn’t depend on tiny openings to restrict the flow. Tiny openings can eventually become clogged with mineral deposits in the water, but that should never happen with this product.If that’s not enough, I find the shower head sleek and attractive, and I’m happy to buy a product that’s actually made in the USA instead of China.The only hitch is that installation was more involved than the procedure shown on the video on the High Sierra web site. That’s the fault not of the shower head, but of the antiquated plumbing in my house. I have what’s called a “ball end shower arm,” probably from the 1950s. To attach a modern shower head, you have to either replace the shower arm or use an adapter. I chose the easy way and used an adapter. (There are three different versions of the adapters — Price Pfister, Gerber, and American Standard. You have to choose the one with the right threading.) With a couple of lengths of Teflon tape, I attached the adapter to the ball end, and the shower head to the adapter; I hand-tightened both connections, and the shower works perfectly, with no leaks. In fact, the shower head design is so simple that there’s no dripping for a short period after you turn off the water; the water flow stops immediately.Incidentally, I measured a flow rate of 1.64 gpm, plus or minus 0.03. That’s 9% higher than the nominal value of 1.5 gpm, but it’s still very low flow, so it doesn’t bother me. The “answered questions” section has more reports of measured flow rate.The High Sierra web site mentions that if the shower head is high above your head, you may find the spray pattern unsatisfactory, and should instead consider two other products from this manufacturer:1) A similar shower head with a flow of 1.8 gpm instead of 1.5.2) The “Tenaya X” model, which has a swiveling extension arm that allows you to adjust the height of the shower head.
Amazon Customer –
Astonishingly good. Highly recommended. Saves water and delivers a strong, well distributed flow.
Katylin –
Really great shower experience ! Low water use but feels like a full flow shower. Just what Californians need during our drought
Aileen Capps –
Very easy to put on. Good water flow as advertised.
Sparky –
I like these shower heads. They give the impression of putting out more water than 1.5 GPM. They are solidly constructed and they come with a flow switch so that you lather up. The switch doesn’t stop the water completely, but I believe that is the design. A side note . . . if you have to let your shower run to warm up, you’ll be waiting longer since the water in the pipes takes so long to drain out via shower head. I just turn on the hot water tap in the tub, wait ’til the water is warm, then switch on the shower. I noticed overall less water use and less energy use since I’m using less hot water.
kaye –
You don’t even realize that this is a low flow shower head. It seems to provide lots of water when it really doesn’t. Best low flow shower head I’ve ever used!
Aaron Bell –
Great pressure for low flow but is a bit noisy. Spray pattern is a but disorganized if your shower head is placed highly above your head but otherwise worth buying.
RLC –
You get all the enjoyment of a high pressure shower head without really using all that water. We highly recommend this shower head for anybody who wants to feel clean instead of like they just got dripped on by their shower head.
Paul Wilson –
Great shower head. Strong stream, great water conservation.
Dana R Henderson –
Powerful pressure and spray…great water saver!
M. –
easy to install and a great shower.
Barbara –
I replaced my low flow shower head with High Sierra’s trickle valve model so I could turn off the water while shampooing my hair. (I live in drought-stricken California.) The stream is so much better than my old shower – much fuller and stronger (tho using less water). Before, I had to add cold water to make the shower strong enough to use. This meant I had to turn up the heat setting on my hot water heater. Now I don’t need to add any cold water, I’ve turned down the heat, and my shower is fine (no, better). I hope to see savings on both my gas and water bills.
dennis barry –
Works very well, seems a little spend for what it is.
Kristian TF Terison –
I was skeptical, but this shower head is awesome. 1/5th of the flow rate of my previous shower head, but with equal, if not superior, performance. It is worth noting that I am tall (6’3″ ish) and relatively close to the shower head when I shower. I have a shorter roomate (5′), and she complained about the spray pattern being too diffuse by the time it reacher her. But now we can all shower without running out of hot water, so the new shower head stays 😉
Paul S. –
While I was initially skeptical about the performance of a water saving showerhead, I decided to take the plunge based on all the positive reviews. They were right! The showers are enjoyable with lots of pressure. Time will tell how much this will impact my water usage.
Rick Mc –
This is a great shower head, and I wish more people were interested in water conservation and that they would move away from the name brands and trust this brand. The CEO or owner David will make sure that if there are any problems you will get another showerhead that works.Notes:Most showers today have a turn dial for hot or cold, but we have the older version where you can adjust pressure as well. So basically we can knock it down to 1 gpm and still get a great shower, in fact at about 1gpm it feels like the 1.75 showerheads which are decent. at 1.5 gpm, this showerhead feels better than all of the 2.5 gpm showerheads that I’ve had and I’ve tried multiple brands like waterpik and delta as well as a few off brands. I originally made contact with David when doing a research project on water savings and learned that using low flow showerheads save not only on water bill for those in the city, but the electricity or gas bill for heating the water. My family lives in the country and the pressure is too low for 2 people to take showers so what I’ve done is the 1gpm pressure reduction and they can never even tell a difference and I still get a good shower.While the showerhead is limited to a specific water/jet range, the pressure is phenomenal.If you are considering this showerhead and the price is too much for you, just try it out, you wont regret it if you are truly looking for a way to have a good shower and reduce your water usage. The price is higher due to it being manufactured and assembled by the owners family, but I feel like continuous support of this product can drop the price and get more people into feel good conservation. There is a 30 day guarantee from his website that he will honor as well.
Lana D. –
Easy to install. Metal, not plastic that can’t take a good wrench. Has not cloggged with our sandy water, yet.
JM –
this showerhead has a strong spray but not too powerful..easy feeling on the skin. it has large drops of water and the spray stays concentrated due to the plastic covering. the droplets of water are uniform from the inside out..an even spray pattern.I didn’t notice a difference when I turned the showerhead so that the opening was vertical instead of the suggested horizontal. its not a noisy showerhead ..pretty quiet actually.overall a very good showerhead to save water, money and a good feel to it on the skin. I found that it rinsed away shampoo and soap well.
Frank Palisi –
It might look like a locker room shower head, but so what — this head has an unassuming look to it that I like. I replaced the 2.5g shower heads in 2 bathrooms with the HighSierra heads. I have to say that I can tell that a slightly lesser amount of water is being delivered, BUT the water delivery is awesome. The workmanship and materials in this shower head is far superior to the plastic junk being sold on the market today. I’m proud to be a supporter of a Made in the USA product as well! I had tried a couple of other low-flow shower heads in the past, and was hesitant to try any more. However, I am more than happy with this shower head, and I wish I’d made the switch sooner.
Arleigh Kidd –
So far this showerhead has far exceeded my expectations. It is a 1.5gpm and I used it to replace a 2.5gpm showerhead. The last 1.5gpm I tried was quickly removed after complaints from my wife and daughter about lack of pressure etc. So far they actually like this showerhead better than the 2.5gpm I replaced, because it not only has stronger pressure but it actually feels like more water. This is a well engineered product and I’m glad I bought it.
R. Taylor –
I’m very pleased with this low flow shower head. Unlike others I’ve tried in the past, this one provides good coverage (no “hollow spot” in the middle of water cone) and lots of pressure even at partial faucet opening. Also like it’s small, slim clean design.
Private Person –
This is a great product. I could not be happier. Improved pressure without being uncomfortable and uses less water.Very nice suprise as my whole family was dreading the idea of “more efficient”.
Aidan D. Dunne –
I installed this just today; hand-tightening it was enough to get a perfect seal and it replaced a huge and ornate but ineffectively weak shower head that was installed by our house’s previous owners. If you’ve ever been caught in a tropical rainstorm you know that once you just accept that you’re going to get soaked, it can be quiet pleasant. That’s the experience this thing provides. This shower head provides just the right amount of pressure and the spray is very uniform with huge drops. I’m going to replace the shower heads on the other 2 showers in my house with this one. This is a small but solidly made device that feels like it will last as long as the house. Best 35 bucks I’ve spent in a long time. And it is a low flow device to boot.
george davis –
Has done the best job of all showerheads of this type I have ever tried. The volume and pressure is great.
Paul Fleury –
first low flow shower head that we have tried that has enough pressure to rinse hair as well as a full flow head does
Mary F Wernette –
Full stream of water in spite of being high efficiency. Not only designed but also MANUFACTURED in California. Hooray for you!
Gman –
I bought one for the shower that my wife and daughter use, it worked so well I bought two more. I will revise this review when my next water bill comes in, but for now, this is a keeper!
Marz –
This shower head does exactly as advertised, good power for the shower and low water use reflected in our water bill. Highly recommend.
Y. Torres –
I love when people invent great stuff and this little one is one of them.You will felt that you are using a LOT of water and you will get all wet in about 5-7 seconds and you will think “wait a minute I bought this to conserve water” but the magic is when you see to the floor there is almost no water.
Nathan Couchon –
Exactly as advertised. Provides as much water pressure as you’d ever need or want while using a lot less water. I’m very happy with this purchase.
Kat –
Who needs caffeine when the shower feels like this! I heard about it from a design column in the local paper and ordered it right away, before even reading the largely great reviews here. When I first posted my five star review today, I had not realized how many people had written very thoughtful and evaluative comments.Let me say that the noise on mine was gone by the third shower, just as the insert suggested, it needed to get used to my water pressure. I am short, 5-4″ and find that I get a great shoulder massage from this…And the fact that it does not use air to fool you into thinking it is more water in use means the water is not being cooled off. I have to set the valve to a cooler setting! So there is energy saving as well.Yep, this will be in a lot of Christmas gift bags this year!
Mike –
We bought this High Sierra showerhead after I did some online research about problems with sand clogging up our existing showerhead. We absolutely love it!!! The saying goes that great things come in small packages and it’s definitely true with this product. We’ve had it over a month and it hasn’t clogged up yet. Not once have we had to remove it and dump sand just so we could take a shower. And I absolutely LOVE the pressure we get! It’s like getting a back scratch and a massage all in one! Best $35.00 I ever spent! Can you tell we’re happy with it? LOL
J. Ohlman –
ProsEasy to installBroad water coverageGives a strong sprayInvigorating showerUses less water than typical showerConsHigher velocity water tends to spatter moreTends to splash more so you might need a shower cap to keep hair dry
Connie Dubay –
We live in Hawaii where we are on a catchment system for water. This is the best shower head for saving water. It is small but mighty and no complaints about pressure at all. One house is only gravity fed and still works amazing. Think it is one of the best shower heads for saving water and worth every penny it costs plus free shipping.
Arthur Robidoux –
You would never and I mean never guess this thing save water.Sure its not that gentile spray using at least 2.5 to 3.5 gallons of water per minute.I really feel this is the way to go, to save hot water . I will be getting another for our second shower.
Ken R. –
This is, by far, the best shower head I’ve ever used. I just moved into a new apartment and the shower head was awful, it took way too long to rinse off. I ordered this and was blown away how well it works, enough to compel me to write a review which I don’t do often. I can’t recommend this shower head enough, plus Made In USA!
Joe –
This is great. I was looking for a shower that blasted water out. This one does. I used to have the rain shower head and it was useless. A perk is that this item is high efficiency as well.
JMG –
The shower head has excellent pressure. You would never be able to tell that it is a low flow shower head.
Leah Blevins –
Our family was running into issues with having a small water heater and back-to-back hot showers being taken first thing in the morning. My poor husband would end up with his shower being chilly toward the end at the very least. Sometimes I wouldn’t even get through my shower before the hot water was running low. So as much as we hated to replace our new shower head after just a week of owning it (we got a fancy one with all kinds of options, but apparently our old one was more efficient), I did some research and bought this shower head. I LOVE it! It seems like I don’t even have to have the faucet set to as hot of a setting to have a nice warm, relaxing shower. The water pressure is really good — surprisingly good. The shower head swivels with ease (my hubby broke the old shower head because he’s always readjusting– this one won’t have that issue!)– and nobody gets cold showers any more. Even when I take an extra long shower, it’s not an issue. Very very pleased with our purchase!
Chris –
After using this shower head for a month or so, I can honestly say it was money well spent. I’ve noticed a significant increase in water pressure. If you have low pressure or simply want to boost your pressure, this is the shower head for you!
Frank Carrillo –
This is an update to a review I submitted on 3/12/2014. In that review I gave this product a one star rating due to problems which rendered the shower head unusable. David Malcolm of High Sierra Showerheads contacted me promptly, diagnosed the cause of the problems, and offered to send me a new unit. The performance of the new shower head is consistent with the positive reviews posted on this site. My takeaway from this experience is that High Sierra stands behind its products and makes things right when there are problems.——————————[ old review ]———————————-Sometimes, when we have something we think is good, we ruin it by trying to make it better. That was my experience trying to save water by installing this shower head. Not only does it use more water than my very old high-efficiency shower head, but the stream of water it emits is too strong. Water splashes over the shower curtains wetting an area outside the tub that I must then clean after showering. As there is no way to adjust the flow rate or dispersal pattern with this shower head, I had no recourse but to remove it and reinstall the old one. All in all, a very disappointing experience.
gino cocco –
made in USA, unbeleiveable water pressure and coverage for low GPM. im getting another one for my other shower. Im very picky and have bought 5 China made shower heads only to be dissapointed again in the last 13 years. This one is high quality American manufacturing. Get one!!!
AMA –
Got this because we were trying to lower our water bill. I wanted a shower head that didn’t use aeration so that the heating bill wouldn’t go up in turn, but one that still gave good water pressure. This worked wonders.It’s tiny, but powerful, my husband and I are very pleased with the quality. Our bill went down, this uses much less water and you can’t even tell while using it! Great product, would definitely purchase it again and again.
MBH –
I’ve had this shower head for 3 weeks and I’m loving it. I was amazed by the advertized 1.5 GPM so I tested this claim with my beer-making buckets. At full pressure (almost not comfortable) I actually measured 2 GPM on this showerhead, BUT I measured the GPM at the pressure I normally use it on a daily basis and I got 1.0 GPM! fantastic. What I love most about this shower is how it maintains pressure even a lower flow rates. Just what we Californians need during this drought. Another thing I hope they will improve one day is the aesthetics. It’s not ugly, but I think they can do a better job to make it look more like a high-end shower head without compromising on the water savings.
J. Kale –
The plumbing in my house, for whatever reason, isn’t actually capable of delivering 2.5 GPM through a standard 2.5 GPM shower-head, and the result is an annoyingly mediocre spray that makes showers take longer than they could. I hoped shower-head specifically designed for a lower flow rate would deliver a stronger shower in my situation.It worked. The spray is a terrifically strong cone of drops that rinses quickly and thoroughly without being stingy. I’m really glad I got this. I think this is kind of a lot of money to spend on something as pedestrian as a shower-head, but it’s much cheaper than other solutions (like having a plumber figure out why I can’t get 2.5 GPM) and it should pay for itself in water savings quickly.
isiton? –
I had another low-flow, the little chrome kind with a cutoff valve and the tiny holes that get clogged with scale. I liked it until it clogged and had to be meticulously, tediously cleaned, but then through a series of unfortunate events, it became lost to me. Our new place had an awful shower head, and I decided to splurge on this one. I haven’t quite gotten over the cost, which seems a tick high, but I really like the shower head. It puts out a nice horizontal fan, and as others have said, being non-aerating, it seems like the water is hotter with this head, so you use less. The flow is more than adequate, and gives a great shower, powerful rinse. This one doesn’t have a shutoff valve, but since the shower has a one-handle, I don’t miss it as I can keep the temp the same and shut off the water to lather. It’s super solidly built, and looks like it’ll last forever and a day. Buy American, buy quality!
Arsee –
The High Sierra shower head provides the the most satisfying shower I’ve ever taken! PERIOD. It certainly is revolutionary and deserving of it’s own patent. The completely unique characteristics of the water which emanates from this head defies easy description. I am not sure I understand why, and I’m not sure I can do it justice with words alone, but it does work like no other.I am a lifelong construction craftsman who comes home every day fulfilled, but sweaty, tired and filthy. I have done this for over 25 years too. Believe me, I CHERISH my long, warm, relaxing, late afternoon showers. After experimenting with different high tech and expensive shower heads over the years, I considered myself an expert shower aficionado who was willing to pay the high cost for the ultimate experience, but this shower head just completely re-educated me on everything I thought I knew.The High Sierra uses 40% less water than the big name, 2.5 GPM ones it replaced. I measured it. But no one in the house (two teenaged boys and a seriously cold natured wife) can believe it. It is actually a MUCH better overall shower experience with more rinsing power and a much more pleasing, all-enveloping warmth from head to toe. It even heats up the entire enclosure better than the other heads we once thought were the best of the best.It cost me half as much to purchase too. As a matter of fact, I put one in both showers and I say that with my family of four, every one of us a complete shower hog, they should pay for themselves in five months with the savings on water and electricity. In case you weren’t aware of it, the cost of hot water can be 30% of your total power bill! It just makes sense to use less of it, especially if you give up nothing.The proof of better efficiency is in the water heater. We used to run out of hot water regularly enough. If everyone had to shower for the same event – a fairly common occurrence among close nit families – the race was on to not be that last person who would definitely run out of hot water and suffer. This meant constantly beating on restroom doors with threats and ultimatums. The High Sierra ended this routine for us. Now, with the same old 40 gallon water heater, (which is the largest that will fit in our space), we can all expect a warm, comfortable shower at the same time as long as we remain focused. Before it was even possible to run out of hot water during just one marathon shower. Now, if you happen to be the only one taking a shower it is okay to just kick back and take all the time you want without fear of the water turning cold.The look is one of a kind too. Simple, minimal, and yet elegant. No wasted materials. Everyone who has seen ours thinks it is the bomb. I also like that it is much less likely to clog, especially since we have hard water. Around here tiny little clogged holes probably forces the retirement of more shower heads than for any other reason. This shouldn’t be a problem at all with the High Sierra’s one, big, eye-shaped hole.Now, every time I shower I am reminded of a favorite swimming hole from my youth. It had a small waterfall maybe fifteen feet high. I loved to sit under it and let the water gently massage my scalp, back and shoulders for minutes at a time. The feeling of that perfectly sized stream of water free-falling from the ideal height was almost Heaven. I can remember thinking that surely there was no better place on earth. Now there is once again a very similar place, and it isn’t seasonal, nor does it even require me to leave my home.Can I give this thing 10 stars?UPDATE: I finally read a complaint about this shower head that I do agree with – it is somewhat loud when compared to most conventional heads. And to this I say, so what? After all the advantages this head offers I’m certainly not going to complain about a little noise.
B. Mosich –
I am soo impressed by this product. I have long thick hair that I could wash and rinse really easily. I am 5’8. Maybe very short people would not find the flow on this shower head to be as strong, not sure about that. I just placed the order for another one for my husband’s bathroom. The look is not the most attractive, but I really don’t care about that. Highly recommended!
Me –
I’ve tried several different low flow shower heads and they all dribble water while this one does use a small amount of water it is under high pressure so rinsing is much more efficient than other shower heads.
Floweringplum –
I wanted to purchase new shower heads that would provide enough water to feel that I could shower comfortably but also would help to conserve water. I live in the desert and water conservation is important as to its use and the cost to use. In addition, I want to know that when I put the shower on, the water that comes from the shower head has a good amount of pressure and will allow for a good rinsing. This shower head does exactly what it says it will do and the installation was simple and quick. It is also easy to adjust the position of the head. I made a point to reorder another shower head for my other bathroom. I would recommend this product.
David L. Klose –
This shower head works exactly as described. It increases the pressure feel, without increasing the flow. It is loud. I would purchase it again.
Midwest Keiki –
The High Sierra shower head has actually improved over the last few years, and has addressed the one minor complaint that appears in some reviews of the earlier version. A new ABS “collar” around the end of the nozzle now focuses the spray so that (a) shorter people get a better stream of water, and (b) the spray doesn’t extend out of the shower. It now feels better than a higher flow shower, especially when compared to other “look alikes” that cost much less.The other change is internal – the earlier model used a plastic ball joint, which could make it tough to swivel. The current model is all metal, with a swivel ball that looks to be brass. The one major change is the elimination of the push “switch” that allowed you to cut off the flow at the shower head – I never used this on the older model, and at least one reviewer complained about it “leaking”. This might be a deal-breaker for some, but for the rest of us, this may be the only shower head you need.
MG –
I was quite undecided when comparing this prodcut to its $9 and $12 contemporaries. All three had good reviews overall and were well rated. I opted for the High Sierra 1.5 GPM High Efficiency Low Flow Shower Head, despite it being triple in price compared to the other low flow show heads. I ordered them last Thursday and received them Monday. I was anxious to get them installed since I and super high water bills, more than my eletricity bill, over the summer. With two teenagers taking extended length showers, I needed to take action to lower my water consumption. The shower heads were easy to install. Take off the old on; put on the new one. My first shower with the High Sierra 1.5 GPM High Sierra 1.5 GPM High Efficiency Low Flow Shower Head, was impressive. First of all, the pressure was amazing. The high powered spray felt awesome on my back. Washing and rinsing were a breeze, too. Like I said, the pressure is so forceful the soap will rinse away quickly. This shower head, using at least one gallon less water than my previous shower heard, is far more powerful and efficient. It’s hard to believe. I am pleased that I invested the additional money for the two that I bought and I look forward to seeing the results in my next and future water bills.
S. Johnson –
I LOVE this shower head! Have been using it three years now and never had a problem! My favorite feature is the on/off button to save water and gas. Tons of flow and feels GREAT yet still THE best water saver on the market per the flow rate on the package and in an article I found online about water saving shower heads!
D. Lippa –
Best. Shower. Ever.Our shower was dribbling water out of a 2.5 gpm shower head, so we decided to replace it. My wife wanted one that was more eco-friendly, and I wanted one with higher pressure. Based on the reviews, this one seemed to fit the bill. We installed it yesterday, tried it out this morning, and I can honestly say it was the best shower I’ve taken in my own home. My wife liked the feel of it, but she has 2+ feet of hair that came out more tangled than with the old head. She normally needs 30 minutes to clean and condition her hair, and this one cut it down to about 10 minutes. Less time showering, more time brushing.If you’ve got short hair, need to take quick showers, or like long luxurious showers without the guilt – get the High Sierra shower head.
A. Sheth –
So good…bought another one. Simple to install and works as advertised. My 2.5gpm showerhead was pathetic…this is true shower feel.
Rob –
I am ordering 5 more as these are awesome this makes me feel good about saving money on water and the spray is very powerful
Charles in the Valley –
Our anemic shower was getting worse. It went from mild to barely dripping. We discussed moving to somewhere with better water pressure. Then I ordered this High Sierra (can you believe how much showerhead porn there is online??). I unscrewed the old showerhead by hand, screwed in the new one (didn’t need tools or teflon tape), turned on the water and – a revelation. A hard driving shower was in my shower! Causing lather, removing lather. Hot water mixed well. No needle spray. Just a great shower. ONLY drawback, and others have pointed out, it’s great if you’re up near the shower head but not so if you’re lower to the group. It’s too spread out to be a decent shower for my 7 year old daughter. Other than that, this has been a source of major excitement in our house that the shower has been resurrected. It’s an actual SHOWER now!
Karen G –
Love this showerhead! Best shower experience! I really appreciate the strong flow, especially with my long hair. I felt really clean after my shower….no more wimpy water dripping like from my old weak showerhead. This will be the brand I will forever use. Plus MADE IN THE USA!
Janice H. –
I wanted to use this for a while before I posted a review. In a few words: I LOVE this shower head! It provides excellent coverage and a wonderful ‘bubbly’ feel like you are showering in Perrier water! I have long hair and have no rinse problems with this at all. A totally worthwhile expenditure and with the bonus of water-saving technology.
Heeral Bhalala –
When I first opened the package I got in the mail, I was really surprised by how small this shower head is – It’s smaller than my palm! It still fit on my existing shower spout and was very easy to install. I’m efficiently able to wash my hair and the pressure is pretty good. I do notice that the sides of the spray have a greater concentration of water but it does not affect my shower experience. It’s incredible to see how little water is coming out of the shower head. I dropped my soap dish one day and it barely filled up with water. I then experimentally held it up to the “concentrated” part of the spray and it took a full 9-“mississippis” to fill up to the brim. I was pretty impressed. I also feel less guilty shaving my legs with the shower on now.
Jay –
All I expected and more! Great pressure, no overspray and less water used compared to shower heads sold at “Speciality Stores”… Cost less too! Great investment for our needs
PW –
This shower head has begun to have this annoying whistle when showering. Why is this happening and how can I get it to stop? Is there something I can adjust?Edit 6/26/2013. I am upgrading my rating to 5 stars. The company sent me 2 new shower heads to replace ones that I had with the annoying whistle under high water pressure. We had switched our heating system from oil to natural gas with the new system having higher water pressure which started the high pitched whistle. Apparently the new shower heads have been slightly modified to eliminate the whistle. Nice to see a small company care about their product and his customers. I called the company and the owner picked up.
ranman –
It doesn’t spray out needles like the other ones we have. Wife likes the strong spray.If you have high water pressure it may be to strong of spray. Ours runs about 50 and it’s perfect.It is a lot louder than the old one. So if someone is sleeping while your showering you will make more noise.
Puzzle Addict –
I love this shower head. I did not buy this shower head for low-flow capability but because of the glowing reviews of the amount and force of the spray. Also for the non-clogging claim. I am thrilled beyond measure. No fine little spray or mist with this baby, just what seems like an incredible amount of water. I recommend as highly as possible.
Crunchkin –
I installed the first with a 9″ extension arm on a 3-way diverter that has become the standard setup within my home. I’ve got 2 currently installed, one of which is a replacement to a complete setup I lost to my son following a visit home.I’ve got a portable 2.5 GPM shower head on the bottom connection out of the 3-way diverter that can’t match the shower experience provided by the High Sierra using only 60% as much water. I had to do my own flow test to prove to myself it really is only 1.5 GPM. Get a 5-gallon bucket and a watch to test for yourself. Amazing design, you won’t be disappointed.High Sierra now offers a 1.5 GPM portable model that I plan to use as a replacement to my current 2.5 GPM portables.
Fsnah –
This low-flow showerhead delivers what feels like a substantial amount of water. It’s hard to describe but it feels more “luxurious” than the 2.5gpm it replaced. It’s a solid little unit that isn’t particularly attractive or ugly, just utilitarian in appearance (the photo on Amazon is accurate). I don’t have low-pressure problems but my house has a 60 year old cess pool that we are helping to limp along and decreasing the volume of water generated by a family of four is generally a good idea. I haven’t experienced any noise from the showerhead. Only suggestion would be to pair either a shut off valve or a diverter paired with a handheld unit – but either are really a personal choice.
JC –
Extremely happy with the product, best I have used. Bought 13 of them in 2010 and I am still using them. No clogging, strong jet even in low water pressure situations. Very practical and inexpensive shower head.
Lucki S. Latimer –
Totally satisfied. Puts out a great stream of water, but is also water conservation conscious. Best part is made in America.
K-Cup coffee user. –
word of mouth told me to give this shower head a try. I had my doubts about going from 5GPM to 1.5GPM, butI had two teenagers, and an old symmons 5GPM shower head. I needed to save some hot water for myself!Firstly, I did not realize I had such a wasteful shower head, but the pressure was so fabulous, that one would almost have to hold on to keep from getting blasted away, so I was hesitant to swap out for a 70% cut in water. What I got was a fabulous shower. if feels like regular drops with brilliant pressure, not misty stinging, can’t rinse the shampoo out water pressure.I very much recommend this shower head. it is well worth the money spent, and I’ll most likely make that back in a month with the amount of time my l lads spend in the shower.
TJ –
I was skeptical that this shower head could use only 1.5 gallons per minute (I measured; it does) and still work well (I tried it; it does). I live in Texas, and saving water is a concern — I also have 2 teenagers and would like to not fuss at them every night for taking long showers. I am so excited to not have to worry about this battle anymore – and even I can enjoy a little longer shower knowing I am still saving water.Super easy to install, pressure is as good as or better than my old shower head, seems to be sturdy, no leaks (even without using teflon tape). If I had to come up with a con, it’s that it’s not that pretty — but that is really the least of my concerns.
L. Fraz & Co. –
This little thing is really amazing.I replaced both of my old “full flow” shower heads in two separate bathrooms. One, was with a low flow handheld shower available from a big box retailer, and the other was with the High Sierra. Not apples to apples, but the prices were similar as were the efficiency claims. The High Sierra considerably outperforms the wimpy standard head even though it uses less water. The pressure is great, and given the amount of water it uses, unbelievable.I didn’t give it 5 stars because I hope they continue to improve the design. The look is a tad institutional since it is about the same diameter as the shower arm itself. I would love it if the head was more traditional looking, with the option to go with the full blast setting or a more traditional spray. My wife doesn’t want one in her bathroom because she thinks it is too powerful. It also is a bit loud when it comes on, and sounds almost like a train whistle. The noise isn’t awful, but certainly worth mentioning.If looks or flow settings (massage or shower) are important this is clearly not for you. However, if you like the knock-you-down pressure of a traditional water hungry shower head, but want to save some water and money, I highly recommend the High Sierra.SALESMAN: That’s the Commando 450, I don’t sell that one. What about thi-KRAMER: Well that’s what we want, the Commando 450.SALESMAN: Nah, believe me. It’s only used in the circus. For elephants.NEWMAN: We’ll pay anything. We’ve got the (hands a wad of money to Kramer) What about Jerry?KRAMER: He couldn’t handle that, he’s delicate.
MN Woodworker –
I was skeptical that it was actually different than other low flow heads.The droplets are really big. The head has a little more noise than Iwas used to but it kind of makes it sound more like a fire hose than alight sprinkle. Cost a bit more but worth it.
Judge Mental –
With my high water pressure, the water flows at 2 GPM, not 1.5, but that is much better than my previous shower head. The water definitely feels hotter with this shower head because it doesn’t mix air into the water (aerate) like most shower heads do. The stream is more powerful than with my old shower head too. I’ve only had it for a month so far but I don’t expect to have any problems with it.Update December 11, 2013: I’ve had it a year now and I still think this is a great shower head. It would be better if it came with a shut-off valve (so I wouldn’t have had to buy that separately), but that isn’t a big issue. I bought a Danco Shower Head Shut-Off Valve with the shower head, and it works fine.
Fillmoe –
I ordered six of these water-savers directly from the company because some will go in rentals, and I wanted the tamper-resistant variety. (Mr. Malcom, the owner, drilled holes for tiny setscrews at no extra charge.) The mechanism is all one piece, so no one will be able to remove the water-saving part of the showerhead. I’ve installed two of the showerheads in my own home and have solicited comments (okay, I grilled people) from the guests who have showered using the new showerheads. All three said the shower was “great,” and one asked if they were really water savers. This newer design is an improvement over an earlier design without the sleeve because there is much less splashing; the shower is directed exactly where we want it, not on the floor surrounding the shower.
xgrep –
Got one of these to replace one of those $10 1.5GPM shower heads just to try it out. No question it feels like a lot of water is hitting you, even though it’s about the same. The droplets are larger and are real droplets, compared to what you might call a powerful mist from the other shower head.Out of curiosity, because one reviewer measured the flow and found that it’s not as low as the most efficient heads, I decided to measure it. He’s right: it’s a tiny bit more than 1.5GPM (1.6, by my calculation), but considering the very nice feel, nothing to stop you from using it if you’re looking for efficiency.That said, I think that the preference between this and the $10 1.5GPM head is very much subjective. So you might want to base your decision on price, since the difference in feel, while clearly noticeable, is minor (in my opinion).
Sethevolve –
My father got me hooked to High Sierra. Hands down the best low flow shower head out there! Great Product, and I highly recommend it. Plus made in the USA. Can’t do much better than that!
hotwings78 –
A rather good product especially if you are dealing with a rather small hot water heater and need to conserve hot water.Installs 30 seconds; works well.
Toms2Sense –
First, I should mention that this won’t show as an “Amazon Verified Purchase” since I chose to order directly from the manufacturer. Price is the same either way, and I like dealing with the souce.Although teflon tape isn’t called for I always use it on threaded connections and did here as well. For final tightening I enlisted one of those rubber thingies normally employed in loosening jar lids. No wrench necessary, good, tight fit and no wrench damage to threaded portion of showerhead.In no particular order:1. Temperature. There is no need to compensate for the cooling effect other low-flow heads seem to generate. I find I’m setting the shower lever in exactly the same spot used previously on a non-low-flow head. I’ve used other low-flow heads where the cooling was pronounced, and thus somewhat counter-productive in terms of savings.2. Pressure. Likewise, I’m using the same pressure setting as before with no sacrifice in “feel”. I rarely use full pressure in any shower, but wondered whether the High Sierra would deliver at a partial setting. No problem there. At any setting there is none of the “needle effect” commonly experienced with low-flow showerheads. Water delivery is satisfying and comfortable across the full range of handle settings, so I’m confident some serious savings are available with this thing.3. Noise. If it’s any noisier than its predecessor, it isn’t enough so to be bothersome at any setting.4. Draining. There’s NO residual dripping after shutting it off. Clearly it empties instantly and completely. Given that and its all-metal construction, there should be zero opportunity for bacteria growth.The bottom line here is that this is an excellent showerhead that performs perfectly AND will save water and money. It’s made in the U.S.A., is reasonably priced, and at least to my eye looks great in its simple elegance. I recommend it without reservation.
paperrow –
I bought an earlier version of this showerhead two years ago. It was the one with the shutoff valve. After two years of use with hard water it still works like new. It has never clogged once. The only issue I have with the old showerhead is on VERY rare occasions(happened 2 times in 2 years of ownership), after turning off the water, the reverse pressure of the water flowing out of the bath spout sometime causes the silicone flow restrictor to dislodge.I recently bought the new model without the shutoff valve and plastic sleeve and Highsierra seems to have fixed this issue with the newer showerheads. This showerhead works well with a variety of water pressures but really shines with higher pressure water. The force of the water at low pressure is more than adequate to quickly rinse out soap (confirmed by my sister, whos hair is over 3 feet long). At high pressure, it is like a mini wall of water blasting you. I used an old 3gpm+ showerhead before I purchased the highsierra, and the highsierra (at high pressure) feels like more water flow than the 3gpm showerhead. It’s only when you try to wash your feet and see how little water is flowing down the drain you realize it is only 1.5gpm. IMO these are about as close to perfect as showerheads are going to get. I’m really surprised that these aren’t more popular.4.5 stars for the old version because of the silicone flow restrictor issue.(It hasn’t happened in many months)5 stars for the new version.// SEE UPDATEBottom line: If you are still using standard flow showerheads. Get some of these. You’ll be saving money in the long run.6/15/15 UPDATE: Unfortunately the flow restrictor still seems to dislodge occasionally in the newer model too, not really a big deal though. I’d still rate it a solid 4/5 stars though.
waterguy –
I tried 20 different shower heads, and this is the one I like the best. I wish they made a full-flow version (2.5gpm) with the same spray pattern. As it is now, the 1.5GPM is very good. It doesn’t clog, it doesn’t get mineral build up, the spray pattern is very pleasing, and it is reasonably forceful. I do wish it swiveled a little more, but I can always buy an additional swivel to correct that. They aren’t cheap, but I still really like them. When you consider how little water they are using, the spray is kind of amazing. A great design in my opinion.
juicebug –
I was skeptical that a shower head so small would produce the pressure needed to rinse my thick hair, but the High Sierra High Efficiency head does the trick. I have tried most styles of shower heads – the wide head, handheld, massaging head – but mineral deposits are a problem in my area. Without daily scrubbing, all heads became clogged, and our pressure was pathetic.I did lots of research before deciding on the High SierraI 1.5 GPM High Efficiency. There are other high efficiency models available but I, as always, read the reviews by Amazon customers to help me decide. I have used the High Sierra for almost a year, and the pressure is as good as the day we installed it. AND, I have NEVER had to clean mineral deposits from the head. Other reviewers complain about the pressure for anyone other than tall people – I am 5’2″, and the pressure is forceful enough to rinse shampoo, conditioner and color quickly from my thick hair. I love this shower head and can’t imagine ever ordering another brand or type.UPDATE – September 15, 2013I have still not had to remove this shower head for cleaning. It is as efficient and forceful as the day I bought it. I am ordering three more to replace the other shower heads in my house. I highly recommend this simple solution to the vexing problem of mineral clogged shower heads. After all this time, I would still give this shower head 5 stars.
Smedley Butler –
I ordered two of these to replace the existing 2.5 gpm shower heads that we’ve been using. Even though these use less water it feels like it’s more. I guess that’s due to the water not being aerated so much. I also noticed that I need to turn the water temperature down with these as it’s hotter than with the old heads.Very happy with the shower heads so far.
Rich L –
After installing the shower head, it was immediately noticed the lower flow. The spray comes out as a relatively narrow cone (approx 7″ in diameter for 95% of the water exiting the head at about 3 feet away). Because of the lower flow, you need to wait a bit longer to determine if the temperature is correct when testing and adjusting. With the smaller spray area, you need move your body around in order to rinse. I used about 30% less water the first time I tried it and will probably improve on that number as I get more adept with the smaller spray pattern. The spray comes out at a nice velocity and doesn’t sting like some other heads with microscopic like openings. My previous head was a Moen which has a nice spray pattern but I wanted a head that used less water as I tend to spend 50% more time in the shower than the average. I found the price quite reasonable for a low flow head. I think for taller people, the spray area may be too small as you are closer to the head versus a shorter person. Something to think about.
kfinest1430 –
I am not pleased with this showerhead because the spray is strong, feels like needle stinging you, 3 out of 4 of my relatives complained about this. I found a Delta brand low flow 1.5 GPM non-clog showerhead that had a better non-stinging spray from Home Depot and the price was lower. The only small dis-advantage to Delta was that it was aerating type.Update 11/15/2011-After my review I was given the opportunity for a retrial by the seller. I am very happy that the seller understood my concerns and attempted to fix the problem. I received replacement showerheads and tested it. I felt the water spray lighter and my family said the same thing. This showerhead is now better than the Delta that I bought from Home Depot. The Delta showerhead spray is too light and I wished it was a little stronger and my wish came true. Sierra showerhead made the spray just right and now I am fully satisfied.
NH603 –
We’ve had this shower head installed in our house for about a month and it’s been working great. I wanted to switch to a low flow shower head, but was wary of losing pressure and water temperature. Thankfully, this shower head doesn’t seem to reduce the water temperature and even increased the pressure in our shower! We now have a shower head the produces a full and powerful spray while saving water. In fact, I measured the water output to be 1.3 GPM, which is even lower than advertised. I couldn’t be happier with this purchase.
JillyBean –
This shower head is tiny but MIGHTY!!! We just moved in on October 1st (soooo…just over 3 weeks ago) and we have tried 3 shower heads since then. Our water pressure in the shower here is pathetic, at best!! UGH!!! I have long hair…halfway down my back and it’s baby-fine…sigh… Whenever it came time to rinse my hair, I’d have to turn the shower off and stick my head under the tub faucet to get all the shampoo/conditioner out, and it STILL knotted my hair up just AWFUL!!!I trusted my ‘better half’ to choose our 1st two replacements. He was ‘happy’ with the one we had before this one…which was better…but still useless in the case of my hair (his hair is short AND he’s balding!). This time, I got on Amazon and did an extensive search. This shower head had 100% positive reviews and they ALL raved about the pressure it provided, even in low pressure homes.We bought it and I LOVE it!!!!!If you have water pressure issues and especially if you have long hair….BUY THIS SHOWER-HEAD!!!!!!! It rocks!!
Ryan –
Pretty much everyone has said this already, but its all true!I had a wasteful 5-gpm shower head and could take a shower in 10 minutes and feel clean.I then bought a cheap $2 chinese high efficiency shower head which was rated at 2.5-gpm (and no matter how much teflon was used it would leak a little), but there was hardly any pressure coming out of it (I’m on a well pump) and I would have to shower at least 15 minutes to feel clean which takes away from the being efficient part.I then bought this High Sierra and WOW the pressure is way better than the previous two shower heads and the coverage is just at good. Now I can shower in 10 minutes and feel clean again. Well worth the investment and its well made and no leaks, not sure if I even needed to use teflon tape around the threads, but the instructions recommend to do so. Awesome product of the USA!
Dave –
First off let me say I am very pleased with this shower head, but I gave it 4 stars due to some minor issues. I tested the flow rate and measured 1.6 gpm, not the rated 1.5 gpm. I’m still waiting to hear back from the manufacture concerning this. I would like to see the product in all chrome and not with a black chrome stem and a clear sleeve. A shut off valve on this shower head would also be a plus. The manufacture says the shower head will eventually be all chrome with a shut off valve. When that happens and the gpm issue is addressed then I will revise my rating to 5 stars.
cl –
The HighSierra 1.5 gpm shower head is a very nice product. The owner and designer provides great service and is very responsive. I haven’t tried other low flow shower heads like some reviewers although I did read and appreciate their comments and reviews to help me sort through the various offerings. So I don’t know if another product is better.I do know that this shower head gives me a great showering experience. The water flow is strong and forceful enough. I did not have to turn up the temperature on the water heater. It sprays in a nice, wide pattern. The water drops are large and feel pleasant. It doesn’t come out in a mist nor a hard stream of water. It feels about right. The shower head has a small form factor which fits the shower area. It is solidly constructed. It looks good.It is easy to install. After hand-tightening I used a wrench to tighten it further. I went slowly and tightened it in quarter turns. After each quarter turn I checked to see if water would drip past the ball joint. When I had tightened it a little more than one full rotation there was no water running down the shaft and I was done.The owner, David, cares that his customers receive a good product and service. When I had questions he replied promptly. When I had a minor issue with the first shower head I received (it functioned fine but had a problem with its rotation) he quickly sent me another.I think when people order via the internet we want to have shopping experiences like this–as if we were shopping in our own neighborhood from a business that stand behind their products, provide friendly service and a great product at a reasonable price.
J. Block –
I bought this shower head and a few others to test for use to save water. I actually did a scientific review by installing each shower head in turn and running them on a standard shower run collecting everything in a 5 gallon bucket held under the shower head for 2 minutes. I then compared the shower heads and measured how much water they actually put out in the 2 minutes. This shower head was above the 1.5 gpm. It put out 2-2.2 gpm. So it does NOT save the water like it claims. And, as opposed to another reviewer that preferred this to the Ultra saver, I found the Ultra saver worked better and actually did what it claimed. However, this shower head does have a great force to it, so it does give a good shower.Overall, good force but bad water savings that goes against its claims so only a fair (3) rating.UPDATE!After my review I was given the opportunity for a retrial by the seller. The seller really stood behind the product, and I was very impressed by that. I received replacement units and have spent the past month or so testing them. I retried the new units, had my girlfriend, my daughters, my nieces, my brother AND sister-in-law all use it repeatedly. Thumbs up all around. On the retest with the new units, they did what they claimed. 1.5 gpm with great flow. In fact, the quality of the stream got great reviews from the women, most of whom have long thick hair. I changed my review and must say…5 stars for a great product and great support!
skoa330 –
So simple… yet so powerful!!! I bought this shower help out our environment and use less water. With 3 girls in the house you can imagine how much water is being used in the showers.This shower head exceeded my expectations and the girls have not noticed any difference and actually like this shower head better than our old one.It is a win/win
I.P. –
Pros+ Excellent water usage+ Feels like a ‘normal’ shower+ Works even with our poor water pressure (I’m not sure quantitatively what the actual flow is, but it feels poor to other places I’ve lived)+ Has saved a LOT with water heating+ Easy installCons-None that I can discernI’ve waited a month to write this review. This shower head is great! I rent out 3 rooms in my house and we were using about $80 of natural gas to heat our water a month. Basically the showers were on continuously from 6am-8am every day. Our bill decreased to $39!! Our water bill decreased too by $10. So, in two months the two shower heads will have paid for themselves.I’ve had no complaints from my tenants, and trust me, they would let me know if they were disappointed. This is a great buy, I don’t understand why this isn’t more popular.
Nick –
Works well. Have a well that does not get great pressure when more then one person showers. Saves hot water and actually increases the pressure 95% of the time. Just switched all of my showers over to this model.
Martyd –
I think this shower head is the real deal. Good spray pattern and best of all, no complaints from the family. Four star because it’s still under test, but in my mind it will be 5. Made in USA. Don’t forget that.
sawdustmaker –
We have a 21 year old college student that lectures us on energy efficiency. He is like the government in many ways as he can talk a great game. His follow through is less desirable. He takes 20 minute showers with the water on the whole time. I have always had a shutoff on my shower head so you can turn it off to lather up. This shower head does not have one so I purchased one separately. I have cut the flow back on the shower head so it uses less water than normal. It worked as he does not realize that it is cut back. This gives a full flow which can be cut back and still be usable. This won’t be necessary most times but I wanted to see how it would work. Our water bill was not bad – even with Spring Break.
zenderfall –
I’ve had over 4 different types of 1.5 GPM showerheads, not including this one. All of them kept clogging up due to hard water and all the others used really small holes to achieve their 1.5GPM. This one seems to alleviate that with its single large nozzle. Plus, it doesn’t “feel” like a 1.5GPM. It feels like a normal showerhead, which is great! At first I thought something was wrong, it seemed like so much water was coming out, but its really not that much. The droplets are larger. I eventually bought another one to change out the other bathroom showerhead after two weeks. Solid construction, no need for teflon tape, great mist pattern, water saving. Only con is it doesn’t have much for features for the cost, but that’s not what you’re paying for anyway. Great product.
angie –
Compact AND delivers a great shower experience!!!Our family of 5 love this new showerhead that we got about a month ago. We all think it is a million times better than the old “standard” type of showerhead that we had for years. This thing delivers the water very effectively…no open holes in the spray pattern, great coverage for rinsing body and hair.We have been telling folks about its awesome performance. We are SO HAPPY that its made in USA!!!!!
J. Rodgers –
I bought this showerhead to replace my current Delta Faucet 75152 Water Amplifying that had a 2.5 and 1.8 gap settings. The High Sierra 1.5 gph far out performs my old delta. The shower head sprays in a oval pattern with good coverage no void in the center of the spray. The pressure is very good and rinses hair easily, but does not sting because the water droplets are large. I could not tell a difference that this is a low volume shower head until I seen my water bill it does work. I would highly recommend this shower head to anyone looking to save water, I have already order another for my guest bathroom !!!
tailz –
I purchased this showerhead not knowing if it would solve my particular problem, my problem being that I could literally stand under my old showerhead and not get hit with ANY water due to the ‘umbrella effect’ – no water in the center of the spray, forcing me to dance back and forth to the edges of the ‘umbrella’ throughout my shower to rinse off. Showers took longer as a result because I have long hair and am OCD about rinsing both my body and my hair (for real).Don’t let the small size of this showerhead fool you – the Sierra Showerhead solved the problem. A nice strong even spray throughout, even in the ‘center’! In fact, I’m so pleased I’m purchasing another for my second bathroom.
B. Bracey –
I must say I was a bit skeptical about how well this little guy would perform, but it has surpassed my expectations. This is a solid, well built albeit tiny showerhead. The spray from this showerhead is powerful and the coverage is excellent. It actually does a better job than the 2.5gpm head that it replaced.
cthulhuian –
Simple, purely functional, well made shower head. Strong spray, works even in mediocre water pressure. Does not have small holes to clog, more like a garden hose spray than a traditional shower head. The flow valve should be on every shower head.
Roger W. Brown Jr. –
Spray pattern and flow good at all volume control settings.I measured 1 gal in 30 sec full flow and use less than half of the available flow with volume control.Reduction of energy to heat water is the significant cost savings.I set water heat temp so that the shower furtherest from the heater is pleasantly warm shower mix valve full hot.
Carolina L –
This product was good with high watter pressure but did not work with my very low home water pressure (less than 2 gallons per minute).
Ronnie C. Pemberton –
Great product. Simple installation. Feels like an old shower head. Full force. Will be buying another for up stairs.
Mason Williams –
I bought 1 of these about 5 years ago for my kids shower (4 of them). Never heard a complaint till they had to use my wife and I’s shower…They thought ours was weak and not much water, Little did they know ours used much more water. Silly us..So I got my 2nd one and it is installed. WoW my kids are correct do not tell them..Works great plus, I use the shut off to lather up than rinse so using even less water…Wife and I both agree should have switched years ago….Get one and start enjoying your shower more with less $$$$$$$…
G. Zappile –
Pros: High pressure, low water usage, on-head flow control, maintains water temperature, small size, small price.Cons: Limited articulation.This is, by far, the best shower head I have used thus far. It’s high pressure is not too strong. You won’t end up like Kramer but you will be thoroughly cleansed. As a long shower taker, I appreciate the low water usage. It makes me feel less guilty for killing the planet. The flow control on the head is very useful in a tight shower stall environment. It makes it easy to turn the water off and on without losing temperature and time. Because there is no aerator, the water temperature is maintained very well. Due to the small size of this shower head, installation was very easy and it provides more room in said tight shower stall.
wingedslippers –
I live in the desert where water is a precious resource. For conservation reasons AND to lower my water bill, I decided to replace my showerheads. It’s hard to determine the “truth” about a product without using it, especially a product like a showerhead. So I turned to the Customer Review feature at Amazon and was convinced by what others said about the High Sierra Showerhead. Also viewed the little video mentioned by Reviewer R.Lee. I purchased two.Now I want to add my public praise for this product that truly lives up to my expectations.Product arrived in a couple of days.Installation was easy; no plumber’s tape required.Water flow feels like a normal shower.I like the turn-off valve on the showerhead that allows you to reduce the water flow or turn it off completely.I also like the fact that the product has no plastic parts, as I have been reading negative things about how plastic promotes bacterial growth inside many showerheads.Customer Service: Great! There is a real person at the other end of their “Contact” icon on their website.For me, this is a 5-Star product. I hope my comments help you.
Michael W. Lally –
I replaced both of our shower nozzles with these low flow nozzles. They work great and you can’t notice any difference in flow.
Brad Leavitt –
My wife and I were completely amazed with this shower head product. I have worked in the construction industry for many years now and have never seen a shower head or plumbing product that reduces water consumption, but yet, gives the impression that more water is being released. I highly recommend the “Low Flow Showerhead” from High Sierra. It is convenient, innovative, and worth it’s weight in gold!
R. Lee –
My wife and I have been using the High Sierra Showerhead for about 3 weeks now. We have reccomended this product to our friends. This showerhead offers suprising power for only 1.5gpm. My wife has long hair, and the showerhead offers more than sufficent force to wash the shampoo and conditioner out of her hair. When I first tried it out, I was skeptical that is was actually only 1.5gpm, because it felt like more. The water hits you in the chest with good power.The showerhead looks like a regular old showerhead at first, but when you look straight at where the water comes out, it has an odd shaped opening. It looks like a little mouth. From the packaging that the product came with, this opening is part of the special design of this product.The showerhead is small, but it is heavy. This would indicate to me that it is made from quality materials. Some other showerheads I have used are lightweight, and you just know that they are not made to last.I cannot comment on the clog free claims the product makes. I have only used it for 3 weeks. However, you can see that the water all comes out of one hole. The water just sort of explodes out of the hole to make the shower pattern. The problem with other low flow showerheads is that the water comes out of lots of little holes. These little holes slowly plug up over time. Their clog free claim makes sense, but time will tell.I found a video review of this product that I thought was kind of funny. I agree with this guy’s assesment of the product.[…]%21