Salt Crystals vs Salt Cushions: Which one do you choose?

Salt Crystals vs Salt Cushions which one do you choose for your water softener?

When choosing the right regeneration salt for your water softener, two options often come to the forefront: salt crystals and salt pellets. Both provide efficient water softening and help reduce limescale buildup, but they clearly differ in shape, solubility, and ease of use.

In this blog, we clearly explain the difference between salt crystals and salt pillows, so you can easily make the right choice for your situation.

What are salt crystals?

Salt crystals are coarser grains of regeneration salt, often in a solid crystal form. They can be natural or pressed and dissolve relatively quickly in the salt reservoir of the water softener.

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Features of salt crystals:

• Loose crystal structure
• Rapid solubility
• Good permeability in the salt reservoir
• Suitable for water softeners that require crystal salt

Salt crystals are often chosen by users who want flexibility and by installations with variable water consumption.

What are Salt Cushions?

Salt pillows are compressed salt tablets with a rounded, cushion-like shape. They are specially designed to dissolve slowly and very evenly, ensuring a stable brine solution.

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What are Salt Cushions?

Salt pillows are compressed salt tablets with a rounded, cushion-like shape. They are specially designed to dissolve slowly and very evenly, ensuring a stable brine solution.

Features of Salt Cushions:

• Shape-retaining and dust-free
• Uniform and controlled solution
• Constant regeneration of the resins
• Less chance of salt bridges

Salt cushions are ideal for those who choose comfort, stability, and minimal maintenance.

The main differences at a glance

Which choice is the best for your water softener?

The right choice depends on various factors:​

👉 Choose for salt crystals if:

• your water softener requires specific crystal salt
• you have varying water consumption
• you find flexibility important

👉 Choose for Salt Cushions if:

• you want maximum stability
• you want as little maintenance as possible
• you find constant and even regeneration important

In both cases, it is essential that you use salt that is suitable for your type of water softener.

Influence on limescale and lifespan

Both salt crystals and salt pillows:

• reduce limescale buildup in pipes and appliances
• extend the lifespan of household appliances
• ensure softer water for skin and hair

The difference lies not so much in the end result, but in the way the regeneration occurs.