Full side-by-side
Hyundai Wacortec Mfr claim
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LG PuriCare Mfr claim
| Spec | Hyundai Wacortec | LG PuriCare | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Korea | Korea | — |
| Distribution | Korean OEM · grey-import in SG | Retail · Best Denki / Courts / Harvey Norman | — |
| Category | Alkaline ionizer (Korean OEM) | Filtered water purifier (NOT a true ionizer) | — |
| Plates | 9 | 0 | Hyundai Wacortec |
| pH (max alkaline) | 10.4 | 7.5 | Hyundai Wacortec |
| ORP | -680 mV | -50 mV | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Dissolved H₂ | 1.15 ppm | 0.02 ppm | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Flow rate | 2.5 L/min | 2.0 L/min | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 2 yr | Tie |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 180 | S$ 200 | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Sticker price | S$ 2,400 | S$ 1,990 | LG PuriCare |
| 5-year total | S$ 4,200 | S$ 3,990 | LG PuriCare |
| 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: LG PuriCare saves S$ 210 over 5 years.
Lab performance: Hyundai Wacortec produces 1.15 ppm dissolved H₂; LG PuriCare produces 0.02 ppm. The Hyundai Wacortec leads on hydrogen output.
Warranty: Hyundai Wacortec carries a 2-year warranty; LG PuriCare carries 2. Same warranty length.
Where to buy + showroom info
Hyundai Wacortec
Korean OEM · grey-import in SG
Lineup: ALPHA W2 · ALPHA W3 · 9-plate residential lineup
Visit Hyundai Wacortec →LG PuriCare
Retail · Best Denki / Courts / Harvey Norman
Lineup: PuriCare Tankless · PuriCare Slim · PuriCare Objet
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