
For one thing, they’re a lot more sanitary than ordinary fixtures. Even beyond protecting you from invisible germs that could get you very sick, you’ve undoubtedly been in a position where you’re trying to turn on the faucet with hands covered in food or grease, but you have to do some sort of contortionist maneuver to turn on the water with your wrist or upper arm.
Also, they can save you money in the long run. While they may be slightly more expensive or cost more to install, the fact that they can reduce wasted resources may cut down your expenses overall.