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Doulton Ceramic Filter Mfr claim · Takashimaya (multi-brand) Mfr claim
SpecDoulton Ceramic FilterTakashimaya (multi-brand)Winner
OriginUKJapan department store
DistributionRetail · specialty water shopsDepartment store retail
CategoryCeramic under-sink filter (NOT a true ionizer)Department store (multi-brand)
Plates00Tie
pH (max alkaline)7.4NoneDoulton Ceramic Filter
ORP-40 mVNone mVDoulton Ceramic Filter
Dissolved H₂0.01 ppmNone ppmDoulton Ceramic Filter
Flow rate1.8 L/minNone L/minDoulton Ceramic Filter
Warranty1 yr1 yrTie
Filter cost (each)S$ 95S$ 150Doulton Ceramic Filter
Sticker priceS$ 320S$ 1,000Doulton Ceramic Filter
5-year totalS$ 1,270S$ 2,500Doulton 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$ 1,230 over 5 years.

Lab performance: Doulton Ceramic Filter produces 0.01 ppm dissolved H₂; Takashimaya (multi-brand) produces None ppm. The Doulton Ceramic Filter leads on hydrogen output.

Warranty: Doulton Ceramic Filter carries a 1-year warranty; Takashimaya (multi-brand) carries 1. Same warranty length.

Where to buy + showroom info

Doulton Ceramic Filter

Retail · specialty water shops

Lineup: HIP3 · HCS · HCP · countertop and under-sink ceramic systems

Visit Doulton →

Takashimaya (multi-brand)

Department store retail

Showroom: Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Road, Singapore 238872

Lineup: No own-label water ionizer · stocks Panasonic + other appliance brands on Kitchen floor

Visit Takashimaya Singapore →

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