Full side-by-side
Doulton Ceramic Filter Mfr claim
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LG PuriCare Mfr claim
| Spec | Doulton Ceramic Filter | LG PuriCare | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | UK | Korea | — |
| Distribution | Retail · specialty water shops | Retail · Best Denki / Courts / Harvey Norman | — |
| Category | Ceramic under-sink filter (NOT a true ionizer) | Filtered water purifier (NOT a true ionizer) | — |
| Plates | 0 | 0 | Tie |
| pH (max alkaline) | 7.4 | 7.5 | LG PuriCare |
| ORP | -40 mV | -50 mV | LG PuriCare |
| Dissolved H₂ | 0.01 ppm | 0.02 ppm | LG PuriCare |
| Flow rate | 1.8 L/min | 2.0 L/min | LG PuriCare |
| Warranty | 1 yr | 2 yr | LG PuriCare |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 95 | S$ 200 | Doulton Ceramic Filter |
| Sticker price | S$ 320 | S$ 1,990 | Doulton Ceramic Filter |
| 5-year total | S$ 1,270 | S$ 3,990 | 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$ 2,720 over 5 years.
Lab performance: Doulton Ceramic Filter produces 0.01 ppm dissolved H₂; LG PuriCare produces 0.02 ppm. The LG PuriCare leads on hydrogen output.
Warranty: Doulton Ceramic Filter carries a 1-year warranty; LG PuriCare carries 2. LG PuriCare 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 →LG PuriCare
Retail · Best Denki / Courts / Harvey Norman
Lineup: PuriCare Tankless · PuriCare Slim · PuriCare Objet
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