Full side-by-side
KYK Genesis Platinum Mfr claim
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Wells The One Mfr claim
| Spec | KYK Genesis Platinum | Wells The One | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Korea | Korea | — |
| Distribution | Direct online (no SG distributor) | Direct retail · 2 SG showrooms | — |
| Category | Alkaline ionizer (imported) | Filtered hot/cold dispenser (NOT a true ionizer) | — |
| Plates | 7 | 0 | KYK Genesis Platinum |
| pH (max alkaline) | 10.55 | 8.5 | KYK Genesis Platinum |
| ORP | -715 mV | -180 mV | KYK Genesis Platinum |
| Dissolved H₂ | 1.22 ppm | 0.05 ppm | KYK Genesis Platinum |
| Flow rate | 2.7 L/min | 1.8 L/min | KYK Genesis Platinum |
| Warranty | 3 yr | 5 yr | Wells The One |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 200 | — | Wells The One |
| Sticker price | S$ 2,650 | — / S$ 49/mo | KYK Genesis Platinum |
| 5-year total | S$ 4,650 | S$ 2,940 | Wells The One |
| 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: Wells The One saves S$ 1,710 over 5 years.
Lab performance: KYK Genesis Platinum produces 1.22 ppm dissolved H₂; Wells The One produces 0.05 ppm. The KYK Genesis Platinum leads on hydrogen output.
Warranty: KYK Genesis Platinum carries a 3-year warranty; Wells The One carries 5. Wells The One wins on coverage.
Where to buy + showroom info
KYK Genesis Platinum
Direct online (no SG distributor)
Lineup: Genesis Platinum (7p) · Generation II (9p) · Harmony
Visit KYK →Wells The One
Direct retail · 2 SG showrooms
Showroom: Paya Lebar (140 Paya Lebar Rd #01-16) + Jurong East (8 Boon Lay Way #01-20)
Phone: +65 8828 8383 (sales) · +65 8797 8383 (service)
Lineup: The One · Home Café · Mini · Slim One · Ice One · TT Cooling+
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