Flushing portable toilet vs. deluxe unit: which is better for a wedding?

Go with the deluxe unit for a wedding. The sink inside matters more than the flush, because guests in nice clothes actually wash up when the sink is right there instead of walking to a separate station in the dark.

We host weddings in our barn and what guests notice is room, not the flush. A long dress, a suit jacket, a clutch, all of that needs space to turn around, and the mirror gets a lot of use after dinner and dancing. The basic flushing toilet still feels like a portable toilet once you are inside. The deluxe unit feels more like a small bathroom.

A few things that helped us on lawn setups:

• Put the units on the level grass near the tent edge, but not right beside the dinner tables.
• Run a string of lights to the doors. Six hours with an open bar means plenty of trips after sunset.
• Ask the company to stock extra paper and soap before the reception starts, since towels and soap go first in our experience.
• With 140 guests and an open bar, have the rental company confirm the unit count for your hours instead of guessing.

If you have older relatives or anyone using a wheelchair, add an accessible unit too.