Full side-by-side
| Spec | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Japan | China | — |
| Distribution | Authorised independent distributor (TWI Group) | Mi Stores · online · Lazada / Shopee | — |
| Category | Alkaline ionizer | Under-sink RO + app (NOT a true ionizer) | — |
| Plates | 8 | 0 | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| pH (max alkaline) | 10.5 | 7.3 | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| ORP | -686 mV | -20 mV | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| Dissolved H₂ | 1.1 ppm | 0.01 ppm | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| Flow rate | 2.6 L/min | 1.6 L/min | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| Warranty | 3 yr | 1 yr | Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 220 | S$ 60 | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier |
| Sticker price | S$ 6,380 | S$ 599 | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier |
| 5-year total | S$ 8,580 | S$ 1,499 | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier |
| Our rating | — | — | — |
Verdict
Cost over 5 years: Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier saves S$ 7,081 over 5 years.
Lab performance: Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) produces 1.1 ppm dissolved H₂; Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier produces 0.01 ppm. The Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) leads on hydrogen output.
Warranty: Kangen K8 (LeveLuk) carries a 3-year warranty; Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier carries 1. 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) →Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier
Mi Stores · online · Lazada / Shopee
Lineup: Mi Water Purifier 600G · 500G · 400G · countertop variants
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