Decided to expand multi-setting and massage type showerheads, since the Hansgrohe E100 Eco Air 3 Jet's performance was so good.
This former Consumer Report's top rated model is on the way. It has 18 individual jet streams on the main spray plus a massage mode and central powerspray mode.
This is a more expensive showerhead, retailing for more than $80.
The Kohler Mastershower Relaxing Spray 8507 is also available but it has more individual jet streams in the main setting...so less force. The 8507 was the second place finisher in the Good Housekeeping showerhead shootout.
Update:
The images below are accurate depictions of the 3 spray settings. My initial impression is that this provides a strong forceful but comfortable spray that is excellent for rinsing. The pulsating massage setting is OK, probably better with higher water pressure. The 3 center jets are kind of a mess...provide a strong chaotic spray that can be seen in the accurate depiction below. I didnt find this setting that pleasant. The main full spray with it's 18 thickesh jets is a winner though. Worth the price of admission. I dont know. The main full spray jets do have a donut hole, but they arent very wide and rinse the body thoroughly. Even for shorter people the mildly expanding donut hole still stays on the head for good hair rinsing. Im going to give this a good many more tries, but my initial impression is that I prefer the cheaper Grohe 28 342 with its full spread of jets and the Hansgrohe Croma 3 Jet Eco Air with it's drenching rain spray and center forceful jets to the Kohler MasterShower 8506. I was contemplating picking up the 8507 to check out too, but think I will pass.
On a parting note, build quality is excellent, and the smoothness of the pulsing jets action is admirable.
Spray Warmth = 4
Spray Width = 3
Rinsing Ability = 5
Build Quality = 5
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