A premium large softener for big households that want long warranty cover and lower salt use more than the lowest price.
Amazon $1,527The SoftPro Elite 64,000 Grain is the better water softener overall, rated 3.2 to 2.8. The SoftPro Elite 64,000 Grain leads on warranty. The SoftPro Elite 64,000 Grain costs $993 less ($1,527 vs $2,520).
A high flow, high capacity softener for very large homes, for buyers who want direct support and a long warranty more than the lowest price.
SpringWell $2,520Prices 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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the SoftPro Elite 64,000 Grain for warranty (10 years on the valve, 99 years on the tanks vs 5 years on the valve, 99 years on the tanks).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every over 48,000 grains water softener; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | SoftPro Elite 64,000 Grain | SpringWell SS+ |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 30% | 4 $23.86 per 1,000 grains ($1,527, 64,000 grains) | 0 $31.50 per 1,000 grains ($2,520, 80,000 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) | 100 20 gpm service flow |
| Warranty 25% | 100 10 years on the valve, 99 years on the tanks | 44 5 years on the valve, 99 years on the tanks |
| Certification 10% | 50 certification not stated (neutral score used) | 0 not certified to NSF/ANSI 44 |
Specifications
| SoftPro Elite 64,000 Grain | SpringWell SS+ | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Rated capacity | 64,000 grains | 80,000 grains |
| Service flow | - | 20 gpm |
| Control | ||
| Regenerates on demand | Yes | - |
| App or remote monitoring | No | - |
| Bypass valve included | Yes | No |
| Resin tank | - | 13 x 54 in |
| Certification and warranty | ||
| NSF/ANSI 44 | - | No |
| Valve warranty | 10 years | 5 years |
| Tank warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |
