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Takashimaya (multi-brand) Mfr claim
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Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier Mfr claim
| Spec | Takashimaya (multi-brand) | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Origin | Japan department store | China | — |
| Distribution | Department store retail | Mi Stores · online · Lazada / Shopee | — |
| Category | Department store (multi-brand) | Under-sink RO + app (NOT a true ionizer) | — |
| Plates | 0 | 0 | Tie |
| pH (max alkaline) | None | 7.3 | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier |
| ORP | None mV | -20 mV | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier |
| Dissolved H₂ | None ppm | 0.01 ppm | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier |
| Flow rate | None L/min | 1.6 L/min | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier |
| Warranty | 1 yr | 1 yr | Tie |
| Filter cost (each) | S$ 150 | S$ 60 | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier |
| Sticker price | S$ 1,000 | S$ 599 | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier |
| 5-year total | S$ 2,500 | S$ 1,499 | Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier |
| 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: Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier saves S$ 1,001 over 5 years.
Lab performance: Takashimaya (multi-brand) produces None ppm dissolved H₂; Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier produces 0.01 ppm. The Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier leads on hydrogen output.
Warranty: Takashimaya (multi-brand) carries a 1-year warranty; Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier carries 1. Same warranty length.
Where to buy + showroom info
Takashimaya (multi-brand)
Department store retail
Showroom: Ngee Ann City, 391 Orchard Road, Singapore 238872
Lineup: No own-label water ionizer · stocks Panasonic + other appliance brands on Kitchen floor
Visit Takashimaya Singapore →Xiaomi Mi Water Purifier
Mi Stores · online · Lazada / Shopee
Lineup: Mi Water Purifier 600G · 500G · 400G · countertop variants
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