Voted No. 1 in BathroomThe world of showering technology is evolving rapidly. For homeowners looking to upgrade, choosing between a digital mixer shower and a high-tech electric model like the Triton ENVi® can make all the difference. Both options bring innovative digital control to the bathroom - but they work in very different ways. Find out more about Triton ENVi® next generation electric shower or read on below for more advice on making the change from a digital mixer shower.
Digital Mixer Showers vs. Triton ENVi® Electric Showers
What is a digital mixer shower?
A digital mixer shower combines the best of traditional mixer technology with smart, digital controls. In these systems, water flows from your home’s existing hot and cold supplies. An internal mixing valve blends the two to your ideal temperature in real time, leveraging the strength of mains water pressure. However, because a digital mixer shower depends on your property's water heating system, its performance relies on the consistency of both heat and pressure.
Introducing Triton ENVi® electric showers
The Triton ENVi® electric shower represents the next generation of showering technology. Unlike digital mixer showers, the ENVi® system works by drawing in cold water and instantaneously heating it via a powerful electrical element. This means that even if your home’s hot water supply is limited, you can still enjoy an invigorating, on-demand hot shower.
What makes the ENVi® truly stand out is its fully integrated digital interface. A sleek, full colour touchscreen display not only lets you set your preferred temperature and shower duration but also offers detailed information on energy usage and cost per shower after every use. With the ability to store up to six individualised user profiles, the ENVi® system is great for families where everyone has different temperature and duration settings.
Key differences at a glance
To help you decide, here's a quick comparison of a digital mixer shower and Triton's ENVi® electric shower.
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Feature |
Digital Mixer Shower |
Triton ENVi® Electric Shower |
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Water Supply |
Requires both hot and cold water from your home’s plumbing. |
Uses only a cold water supply and heats water on demand. |
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Heating Method |
Relies on your property's hot water system. |
Instantaneous, built‑in electric heating element. |
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Control & Customisation |
Digital controls for mixing temperature and flow with preset options. |
Full‑colour touchscreen display interface offering personalised user profiles and shower cost breakdowns. |
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Installation |
More complex; needs plumbing connections to both hot and cold supplies. |
Simpler; requires cold water inlet plus electrical installation. Water is heated through a 'Tri-Hub' unit stored up to 10 metres away from the controller (e.g. in a loft or airing cupboard), similar to a digital mixer shower. |
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Efficiency & Eco‑Features |
Efficiency depends on your existing hot water system (e.g. a combi boiler). |
Designed for eco-friendly showering with real‑time usage data and potential energy savings. |
Choosing between a digital mixer shower and a Triton ENVi® electric shower
Upgrading your shower is more than an aesthetic decision - it’s about finding the right balance of technology, functionality, and efficiency that fits your lifestyle. As digital mixer showers and electric showers like the Triton ENVi® continue to evolve, your bathroom could soon embody a level of personalised comfort and sustainable innovation that transforms everyday routines into a daily indulgence.
Whether you lean towards a traditional digital mixer shower or the modern, eco friendly, and super personalised experience of a Triton ENVi® electric shower, both options represent the forefront of shower innovation. Empower your mornings with a system that not only meets but exceeds your needs, while even possibly reducing your water and energy bills over time.
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