Full side-by-side
Hyundai Wacortec Mfr claim
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Mayer Hot/Cold Dispenser Mfr claim
| Spec | Hyundai Wacortec | Mayer Hot/Cold Dispenser | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Korea | Singapore brand · China manufactured | — |
| Distribution | Korean OEM · grey-import in SG | Retail · Best Denki / Courts / Lazada | — |
| Category | Alkaline ionizer (Korean OEM) | Hot/cold dispenser (NOT a true ionizer) | — |
| Plates | 9 | 0 | Hyundai Wacortec |
| pH (max alkaline) | 10.4 | 7.4 | Hyundai Wacortec |
| ORP | -680 mV | -20 mV | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Dissolved H₂ | 1.15 ppm | 0.01 ppm | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Flow rate | 2.5 L/min | 1.8 L/min | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Warranty | 2 yr | 1 yr | Hyundai Wacortec |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 180 | S$ 60 | Mayer Hot/Cold Dispenser |
| Sticker price | S$ 2,400 | S$ 299 | Mayer Hot/Cold Dispenser |
| 5-year total | S$ 4,200 | S$ 899 | Mayer Hot/Cold Dispenser |
| 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: Mayer Hot/Cold Dispenser saves S$ 3,301 over 5 years.
Lab performance: Hyundai Wacortec produces 1.15 ppm dissolved H₂; Mayer Hot/Cold Dispenser produces 0.01 ppm. The Hyundai Wacortec leads on hydrogen output.
Warranty: Hyundai Wacortec carries a 2-year warranty; Mayer Hot/Cold Dispenser carries 1. Hyundai Wacortec 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
Visit Hyundai Wacortec →Mayer Hot/Cold Dispenser
Retail · Best Denki / Courts / Lazada
Lineup: MMWB36 · MMWB28 · MMHC23 (countertop hot/cold dispensers)
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