Full side-by-side
Doulton Ceramic Filter Mfr claim
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Hyundai Wacortec Mfr claim
| Spec | Doulton Ceramic Filter | Hyundai Wacortec | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | UK | Korea | — |
| Distribution | Retail · specialty water shops | Korean OEM · grey-import in SG | — |
| Category | Ceramic under-sink filter (NOT a true ionizer) | Alkaline ionizer (Korean OEM) | — |
| Plates | 0 | 9 | Hyundai Wacortec |
| pH (max alkaline) | 7.4 | 10.4 | Hyundai Wacortec |
| ORP | -40 mV | -680 mV | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Dissolved H₂ | 0.01 ppm | 1.15 ppm | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Flow rate | 1.8 L/min | 2.5 L/min | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Warranty | 1 yr | 2 yr | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 95 | S$ 180 | Doulton Ceramic Filter |
| Sticker price | S$ 320 | S$ 2,400 | Doulton Ceramic Filter |
| 5-year total | S$ 1,270 | S$ 4,200 | 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$ 2,930 over 5 years.
Lab performance: Doulton Ceramic Filter produces 0.01 ppm dissolved H₂; Hyundai Wacortec produces 1.15 ppm. The Hyundai Wacortec leads on hydrogen output.
Warranty: Doulton Ceramic Filter carries a 1-year warranty; Hyundai Wacortec carries 2. Hyundai Wacortec 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 →Hyundai Wacortec
Korean OEM · grey-import in SG
Lineup: ALPHA W2 · ALPHA W3 · 9-plate residential lineup
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