Whirlpool WHES40
A good value 40,000 grain softener for a family of three to five, with certified salt efficiency and strong iron handling.
Blain's Farm & Fleet $579.99$579.99
3.3/5
A premium family size softener for buyers who want long warranty cover and lower salt use and will pay for it.
- 48,000 grainsCapacity
Check price at Amazon$1,289
Price checked November 1, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Up flow regeneration is built to use much less salt and water than a typical down flow softener
- 10 year valve warranty and lifetime tanks
- Includes a large brine tank, bypass valve and tank jacket
Cons
- Costs roughly twice as much as basic 48,000 grain softeners
- Sold to order on Amazon, so it can take a while to ship
- No published flow rating or certified salt efficiency for the exact model
The SoftPro Elite family
Every SoftPro Elite model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Capacity | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| SoftPro Elite 32,000 Grain | 32,000 grains | 3.2/5 | $1,159 |
| SoftPro Elite 48,000 Grain (this one) | 48,000 grains | 3.3/5 | $1,289 |
| SoftPro Elite 64,000 Grain | 64,000 grains | 3.2/5 | $1,527 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | 940743 |
|---|---|
| Capacity | |
| Rated capacity | 48,000 grains |
| Control | |
| Regenerates on demand | Yes |
| App or remote monitoring | No |
| Bypass valve included | Yes |
| Certification and warranty | |
| Valve warranty | 10 years |
| Tank warranty | Lifetime |
Alternatives in this size
Aquasure Harmony 48K
A budget metered softener sized for a typical family with hard water. It costs little per grain, but its capacity and salt use are not independently verified.
Amazon $629.99$629.99
AFWFilters Fleck 5600SXT 48K
A straightforward Fleck 5600SXT softener for a family of three to five, for buyers who value a widely serviced valve over certification.
Amazon $804.99$804.99
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