Full side-by-side
3M Under-Sink Filter Systems Mfr claim
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Brita Jug & On-Tap Mfr claim
| Spec | 3M Under-Sink Filter Systems | Brita Jug & On-Tap | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | USA | Germany | — |
| Distribution | Retail · home renovation channels | Mass-market retail · NTUC / Cold Storage / online | — |
| Category | Under-sink filter system (NOT a true ionizer) | Jug + on-tap filter (NOT a true ionizer) | — |
| Plates | 0 | 0 | Tie |
| pH (max alkaline) | 7.4 | 7.4 | Tie |
| ORP | -30 mV | -20 mV | 3M Under-Sink Filter Systems |
| Dissolved H₂ | 0.01 ppm | 0.01 ppm | Tie |
| Flow rate | 2.5 L/min | 1.0 L/min | 3M Under-Sink Filter Systems |
| Warranty | 1 yr | 1 yr | Tie |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 220 | S$ 12 | Brita Jug & On-Tap |
| Sticker price | S$ 450 | S$ 60 | Brita Jug & On-Tap |
| 5-year total | S$ 1,550 | S$ 420 | Brita Jug & On-Tap |
| Our rating | — | — | — |
How we sourced these numbers: All specs are taken directly from each manufacturer's published product page (links at the bottom). We have NOT independently lab-tested these brands — only Prime Water (our own sister brand) is verifiable through primewater.com.sg. Independent lab testing is rolling out through 2026.
Verdict
Cost over 5 years: Brita Jug & On-Tap saves S$ 1,130 over 5 years.
Lab performance: 3M Under-Sink Filter Systems produces 0.01 ppm dissolved H₂; Brita Jug & On-Tap produces 0.01 ppm. Effectively tied on hydrogen.
Warranty: 3M Under-Sink Filter Systems carries a 1-year warranty; Brita Jug & On-Tap carries 1. Same warranty length.
Where to buy + showroom info
3M Under-Sink Filter Systems
Retail · home renovation channels
Lineup: AP Easy Complete · AP2-C405-G · HCD-2 · Aqua-Pure
Visit 3M Singapore →Brita Jug & On-Tap
Mass-market retail · NTUC / Cold Storage / online
Lineup: Marella jug · Style XL · MyPure on-tap · YOUR water filter station
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