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Hyundai Wacortec Mfr claim · Kemp ION-X Mfr claim
SpecHyundai WacortecKemp ION-XWinner
OriginKoreaKorea (SG distributor)
DistributionKorean OEM · grey-import in SGDirect retail (38+ years in SG)
CategoryAlkaline ionizer (Korean OEM)Alkaline ionizer + dispensers
Plates99Tie
pH (max alkaline)10.410.45Kemp ION-X
ORP-680 mV-702 mVKemp ION-X
Dissolved H₂1.15 ppm1.18 ppmKemp ION-X
Flow rate2.5 L/min2.6 L/minKemp ION-X
Warranty2 yr3 yrKemp ION-X
Filter cost (each)S$ 180S$ 180Tie
Sticker priceS$ 2,400S$ 2,288Kemp ION-X
5-year totalS$ 4,200S$ 4,088Kemp ION-X
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: Kemp ION-X saves S$ 112 over 5 years.

Lab performance: Hyundai Wacortec produces 1.15 ppm dissolved H₂; Kemp ION-X produces 1.18 ppm. The Kemp ION-X leads on hydrogen output.

Warranty: Hyundai Wacortec carries a 2-year warranty; Kemp ION-X carries 3. Kemp ION-X wins on coverage.

Where to buy + showroom info

Hyundai Wacortec

Korean OEM · grey-import in SG

Lineup: ALPHA W2 · ALPHA W3 · 9-plate residential lineup

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Kemp ION-X

Direct retail (38+ years in SG)

Showroom: 10 Anson Road #02-86, International Plaza, Singapore 079903

Phone: +65 6272 5337 · WhatsApp +65 8368 1222

Lineup: iPro Hot & Cold · KempSmart Undersink · KempSmart i9 · i7 · Alphion MX · Mavello Z

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