I am currently debating between two softeners the Morton MC30 and the Fleck 5600 SXT 32k. Either one meets our needs in terms of capacity etc. I know that the Fleck 5600 SXT is a better quality system, but it is $510. The Morton MC30 is only $329 at Costco ($352 w/tax). Is the Fleck actually worth an extra $160?
Even if the MC30 only lasts ten years, the Fleck would have to last about 16 years for the cost per year to be equivalent, but it would probably need a resin change in that period, which I think would cost about $200 so now the Fleck has to last about 20 years with no issues other than a resin change vs the MC30 that can be trashed and completely replaced in 10 years, at which point every valve, gasket, hose, electronics, etc. would be brand new.
I like buying quality products, but I also like value and a good deal. Based on my analysis above, I'm tempted to take my chances on the MC30. Is there anything I'm not considering?
Even if the MC30 only lasts ten years, the Fleck would have to last about 16 years for the cost per year to be equivalent, but it would probably need a resin change in that period, which I think would cost about $200 so now the Fleck has to last about 20 years with no issues other than a resin change vs the MC30 that can be trashed and completely replaced in 10 years, at which point every valve, gasket, hose, electronics, etc. would be brand new.
I like buying quality products, but I also like value and a good deal. Based on my analysis above, I'm tempted to take my chances on the MC30. Is there anything I'm not considering?