Comparison of Porcelain and Plastic ( High Density Polyethylene or HDPE) NetiPots
Plastic ( HDPE)ppot
Porcelain
cpot
Lid Can lock or close tightly due to threads Loosely placed as there no threads
Colors Blue Cream, Light Blue and Dark Blue
Weight Light Weight Heavier than plastic
Strength Non-breakable Breakable
Microwave Safe only for 20 to 30 seconds Safe for a prolonged duration
Visibility Opaque Semi lucent to see water level
Appearance Matte Glossy
Therapeutic Outcome No advantage over the other No advantage over the other
Cost $11.49 with 50 mixture packets. Price may vary at regional stores Higher than the plastic Netipot
Availability Online, phone, fax or direct from the company or resellers and retail drug stores Online, phone, fax or direct from the company or resellers