Generally, one piece toilets have less risk of leaks, but if there is a problem with the toilet, it's more difficult for DIYers to repair a one piece toilet than it is to repair a two piece toilet.

A: It’s a good move to get rid of your older water-guzzling toilet. Today’s new high-efficiency toilets can flush with more power, and reduce toilet-water consumption up to 20 percent over pre ...

Installation. If you’re working alone, a two-piece toilet may be easier to lift and move, since you are dealing with two smaller components rather than one larger piece.

Q. We’re replacing our existing two-piece toilet and have two questions. First, besides the obvious number of components, what is the difference between a one-piece vs. a two-piece toilet?