Full side-by-side
| Spec | Bawell Sapphire / Platinum | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | USA | Japan | — |
| Distribution | Online import · no SG distributor | Authorised independent distributor (TWI Group) | — |
| Category | Alkaline ionizer (US import) | Alkaline ionizer | — |
| Plates | 9 | 8 | Bawell Sapphire / Platinum |
| pH (max alkaline) | 10.5 | 10.5 | Tie |
| ORP | -700 mV | -686 mV | Bawell Sapphire / Platinum |
| Dissolved H₂ | 1.15 ppm | 1.1 ppm | Bawell Sapphire / Platinum |
| Flow rate | 2.5 L/min | 2.6 L/min | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| Warranty | 99 yr | 3 yr | Bawell Sapphire / Platinum |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 220 | S$ 220 | Tie |
| Sticker price | S$ 2,900 | S$ 6,380 | Bawell Sapphire / Platinum |
| 5-year total | S$ 5,100 | S$ 8,580 | Bawell Sapphire / Platinum |
| Our rating | — | — | — |
Verdict
Cost over 5 years: Bawell Sapphire / Platinum saves S$ 3,480 over 5 years.
Lab performance: Bawell Sapphire / Platinum produces 1.15 ppm dissolved H₂; Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) produces 1.1 ppm. The Bawell Sapphire / Platinum leads on hydrogen output.
Warranty: Bawell Sapphire / Platinum carries a 99-year warranty; Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) carries 3. Bawell Sapphire / Platinum wins on coverage.
Where to buy + showroom info
Bawell Sapphire / Platinum
Online import · no SG distributor
Lineup: Sapphire (7p) · Platinum (9p) · Premier (11p)
Visit Bawell →Kangen K8 (LeveLuk)
Authorised independent distributor (TWI Group)
Showroom: TWI Group · 511 Guillemard Road #03-06, Grandlink Square, Singapore 399849 (by appointment)
Phone: +65 9822 9321
Lineup: LeveLuk K8 · Anespa DX · JR IV · SD501 DX · SD 501 Platinum · Super 501 · Ukon
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