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Doulton Ceramic Filter Mfr claim
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H2O Life Source Mfr claim
| Spec | Doulton Ceramic Filter | H2O Life Source | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | UK | USA | — |
| Distribution | Retail · specialty water shops | Online · ships internationally · no SG distributor | — |
| Category | Ceramic under-sink filter (NOT a true ionizer) | Alkaline ionizer (US import) | — |
| Plates | 0 | 9 | H2O Life Source |
| pH (max alkaline) | 7.4 | 10.5 | H2O Life Source |
| ORP | -40 mV | -700 mV | H2O Life Source |
| Dissolved H₂ | 0.01 ppm | 1.15 ppm | H2O Life Source |
| Flow rate | 1.8 L/min | 2.5 L/min | H2O Life Source |
| Warranty | 1 yr | 5 yr | H2O Life Source |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 95 | S$ 210 | Doulton Ceramic Filter |
| Sticker price | S$ 320 | S$ 2,800 | Doulton Ceramic Filter |
| 5-year total | S$ 1,270 | S$ 4,900 | Doulton Ceramic Filter |
| 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: Doulton Ceramic Filter saves S$ 3,630 over 5 years.
Lab performance: Doulton Ceramic Filter produces 0.01 ppm dissolved H₂; H2O Life Source produces 1.15 ppm. The H2O Life Source leads on hydrogen output.
Warranty: Doulton Ceramic Filter carries a 1-year warranty; H2O Life Source carries 5. H2O Life Source wins on coverage.
Where to buy + showroom info
Doulton Ceramic Filter
Retail · specialty water shops
Lineup: HIP3 · HCS · HCP · countertop and under-sink ceramic systems
Visit Doulton →H2O Life Source
Online · ships internationally · no SG distributor
Lineup: MAX 7-plate · MAX 9-plate · MAX 11-plate residential
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