A handheld showerhead is a type of shower fixture composed of a handle, an O-ring, a threaded ring, a spray face, a front cover, and a decorative ring; it can be mounted on a bracket or used while held in the hand.
Non-water-saving handheld showerheads suffer from issues such as large, sparse nozzle apertures-making them prone to clogging and deformation over time-as well as excessive spray pressure that can sting the skin and a tendency for interrupted flow. In contrast, water-saving handheld showerheads maintain a stable median flow rate of 2.9 liters per minute-a reduction of approximately 35% compared to the pre-replacement rate of 4.35 liters per minute-and ensure consistent flow whether installed in single-story houses or multi-story buildings.