Full side-by-side
| Spec | Doulton Ceramic Filter | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | UK | Japan | — |
| Distribution | Retail · specialty water shops | Authorised independent distributor (TWI Group) | — |
| Category | Ceramic under-sink filter (NOT a true ionizer) | Alkaline ionizer | — |
| Plates | 0 | 8 | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| pH (max alkaline) | 7.4 | 10.5 | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| ORP | -40 mV | -686 mV | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| Dissolved H₂ | 0.01 ppm | 1.1 ppm | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| Flow rate | 1.8 L/min | 2.6 L/min | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| Warranty | 1 yr | 3 yr | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 95 | S$ 220 | Doulton Ceramic Filter |
| Sticker price | S$ 320 | S$ 6,380 | Doulton Ceramic Filter |
| 5-year total | S$ 1,270 | S$ 8,580 | Doulton Ceramic Filter |
| Our rating | — | — | — |
Verdict
Cost over 5 years: Doulton Ceramic Filter saves S$ 7,310 over 5 years.
Lab performance: Doulton Ceramic Filter produces 0.01 ppm dissolved H₂; Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) produces 1.1 ppm. The Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) leads on hydrogen output.
Warranty: Doulton Ceramic Filter carries a 1-year warranty; Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) carries 3. Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) 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 →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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