why isn't the use of the bidet more widespread?

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I've had no issues with the cheap $20-40 USD bidets from Amazon, while I'm sure the fanciness of a heated bidet would change my life I don't see the need.

When you say bidet you are referring to a toilet seat with water or separate wash head next to toilet. When I say bidet am referring to what french call bidet, a separate toilet-like utensil next to toilet. Those things require planning and space since they require drainage, water source, etc.

I think it's more common now to call a bidet insert a bidet. So just an inser that you fasten between the seat and bowl with an arm for turning on and off the spray. That connects to a T adapter at the inlet on the toilet. Works really good and costs 20-80€/$

Depends on which part of the world obviously.