Full side-by-side
| Spec | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) | WaterSource GEM 9000 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Japan | Singapore | — |
| Distribution | Authorised independent distributor (TWI Group) | Direct retail · Evergreen Group subsidiary | — |
| Category | Alkaline ionizer | Hydrogen-rich alkaline + portable | — |
| Plates | 8 | 9 | WaterSource GEM 9000 |
| pH (max alkaline) | 10.5 | 10.6 | WaterSource GEM 9000 |
| ORP | -686 mV | -700 mV | WaterSource GEM 9000 |
| Dissolved H₂ | 1.1 ppm | 1.2 ppm | WaterSource GEM 9000 |
| Flow rate | 2.6 L/min | 2.5 L/min | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| Warranty | 3 yr | 2 yr | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 220 | S$ 220 | Tie |
| Sticker price | S$ 6,380 | S$ 4,999 | WaterSource GEM 9000 |
| 5-year total | S$ 8,580 | S$ 7,199 | WaterSource GEM 9000 |
| Our rating | — | — | — |
Verdict
Cost over 5 years: WaterSource GEM 9000 saves S$ 1,381 over 5 years.
Lab performance: Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) produces 1.1 ppm dissolved H₂; WaterSource GEM 9000 produces 1.2 ppm. The WaterSource GEM 9000 leads on hydrogen output.
Warranty: Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) carries a 3-year warranty; WaterSource GEM 9000 carries 2. Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) wins on coverage.
Where to buy + showroom info
Kangen K8 (LeveLuk)
Authorised independent distributor (TWI Group)
Showroom: TWI Group · 511 Guillemard Road #03-06, Grandlink Square, Singapore 399849 (by appointment)
Phone: +65 9822 9321
Lineup: LeveLuk K8 · Anespa DX · JR IV · SD501 DX · SD 501 Platinum · Super 501 · Ukon
Visit Enagic Kangen (TWI Group, SG) →WaterSource GEM 9000
Direct retail · Evergreen Group subsidiary
Showroom: 8 New Industrial Road #01-02/03, LHK3, Singapore 536200
Phone: +65 8860 6951 · Hotline +65 9325 6199
Lineup: GEM 9000 ($4,999) · GEM 9090NT ($3,999) · H001 ($2,888) · H2 Cap Plus ($365) · Alkalark ($199) · Alkaliser ($158)
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