Steven O. wrote:

Without spending an exhorbitant amount of money (say, no more than
$300), can anyone recommend what brands of toilets to get, and what
brands to avoid? The last one my Mom had developed a flushing
problem, and needs to be replaced.

If you are refering to US low flows, the Kohler Welworth Lites seem to work the
best - where best is a relative term. Sterling, the Kohler "value" brand is
terrible.

The elongated bowls have a more difficult time clearing than the standard bowls,
but if you are a male over 12 years old, an elongated bowl is almost mandatory
on a residential toilet.