A standard Fleck 5600SXT softener for a typical family, best for buyers who already trust the Fleck valve and the seller.
Amazon $825The DuraWater Fleck 5600SXT 48K rates 3.1 among 32,001 to 48,000 grains water softeners; the DuraWater Fleck 5600SXT 32K rates 2.9 among up to 32,000 grains ones. The DuraWater Fleck 5600SXT 32K costs $74 less ($751 vs $825).

A basic Fleck 5600SXT softener for small households, for buyers who know the Fleck platform and do not need published ratings.
Amazon $751Prices were last checked November 1, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (32,001 to 48,000 grains and up to 32,000 grains), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | DuraWater Fleck 5600SXT 48K | DuraWater Fleck 5600SXT 32K |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Value 30% | 51 $17.19 per 1,000 grains ($825, 48,000 grains) | 37 $23.47 per 1,000 grains ($751, 32,000 grains) |
| Salt efficiency 20% | 50 salt efficiency not published (neutral score used) | 50 salt efficiency not published (neutral score used) |
| Flow 15% | 50 service flow not published (neutral score used) | 50 service flow not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 25% | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) | 50 warranty not published (neutral score used) |
| Certification 10% | 0 not certified to NSF/ANSI 44 | 0 not certified to NSF/ANSI 44 |
Specifications
| DuraWater Fleck 5600SXT 48K | DuraWater Fleck 5600SXT 32K | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Rated capacity | 48,000 grains | 32,000 grains |
| Resin | 1.5 cu ft | 1 cu ft |
| Control | ||
| Valve | Fleck 5600SXT | Fleck 5600SXT |
| Regenerates on demand | Yes | Yes |
| App or remote monitoring | No | No |
| Bypass valve included | Yes | Yes |
| Resin tank | - | 9 x 48 in |
| Certification and warranty | ||
| NSF/ANSI 44 | No | No |