Are you looking for a water purifier, but are unsure whether to go for the counter top water filter, or an under sink system? Biopure Water for Life has got you covered; in this blog, we have a look at the advantages and disadvantages of counter top water purifiers. This will hopefully assist you to make your decision. 

A countertop water filter also known as a benchtop filter is easy to install with no plumbing required, they are cost effective, and are portable.  They can also be as effective as under sink water filter systems in removing contaminants.  Biopure Water for Life stock a variety of counter top water filters from single to twin systems.

 

Here are some of the advantages of counter top water filters:

 

Easy installation

Counter top water filters are great easy to install water filtration systems. Most require absolutely no plumbing and can be installed without a plumber in just 5 minutes.

 

Price advantage

Counter top water filters are also easy on the hip pocket and cost much less than the average under sink water filter.

 

Portable

Counter top water filters are great for travellers, renters and those who don’t want such a permanent system. Basically, just unplug the water filter and move on to your next destination with your fresh water purifier.

 

As effective as under sink systems

Most counter top water filters successfully remove chlorine, heavy metals, bacteria, cysts, giardia, viruses, sediment, dirt, odours, pesticides and so much more.

 

Let’s play devil’s advocate; here are some of the disadvantages of counter top water filters:

 

Aesthetics

As the name suggests, counter top filter systems sit on your counter near the sink. These can be considered a bit of an eyesore by some. If you do not like the look of the filter on your bench top, the alternative is to install an under sink system that will never be seen.

 

Efficiency

Due to the compact and portable nature of most counter top water filter systems, they often do not have the filtering capacity of their larger, under sink counterparts. They also may lack in their contaminant removal capacity.

 

Still interested in a counter top system? Here are some of Biopure Water for Life’s favourite counter top water purifier options available to you today in our online store:

 

Double Benchtop Water Filter System USA Made

The Double Benchtop Water Filter System USA Made, is a great double counter top water filter system. This system is portable, requires no plumbing and comes with a whopping 10 year warranty. This water filter system successfully filters out chlorine, Chemicals, Rust, Dirt, Sand, Slime, Colours, Bad Taste and Odours, Bacterial cysts like Giardia and Cryptosporidium plus heavy metal removal. This is a great portable water filter system at an affordable price.

 

Countertop Water Filter System USA Made

The Countertop Water Filter System USA Made is another excellent counter top water filter system. This water filter is a single filter system which connects easily to your tap and comes with an adapter. No plumbing is required and you can install this one yourself. This water filter removes Chlorine, bad taste and odours, dirt, rust, sediment, herbicides, pesticides, heavy metals including lead, bacteria, giardia, cryptosporidium, foreign organic compounds, chemicals and other contaminants. This one also comes with a 10 year warranty and is made with metal connectors which will last a long time.

 

Double Countertop Fluoride Removal Portable Water Filter System

The Double Countertop Fluoride Removal Portable Water Filter System is a good choice if you want to remove excess fluoride in your water. This water filter system only takes minutes to install and does not require plumbing. As well as fluoride, this system removes sediment, chlorine, foreign organic compounds, herbicides, pesticides, chemicals, giardia parasites, cysts, cryptosporidium, heavy metals such as lead, bad taste and odours. This system comes with dual filters, one is carbon, which removes volatile chemicals and bacteria, while the other is activated alumina, which removes approximately 90% of fluoride from your water. This system comes fully assembled and includes all the fittings and fixtures you need to efficiently install it.

 

Ultraceram Stainless Steel Slim Countertop Water Filter UK Made

The Ultraceram Stainless Steel Slim Countertop Water Filter UK Made is a wonderful water filter system that uses a ceramic water filter. The ceramic filter is ultraceram, which is touted as the best ceramic filter in the world. This system comes in a stylish stainless steel shell and is perfect for use on bore water, rain water and municipal water supply. The ceramic outer shell is made from diatomaceous earth which removes fine sediment, bacteria and parasites.  Silver ions in the ceramic filter enhance bacteriostatic and self sterilizing properties that inhibit bacteria growth.  This system also has a carbon block inner core that removes chlorine, chloramines, bad taste, odour, chemicals, pesticides and heavy metals. The filter is recommended for use for up to 9 months and can be scrubbed clean and reused.

 

Have you made your decision?

Biopure Water for Life hopes that this blog has helped you to make a more informed decision as to what water filter will be best for you. If so, head across to our online store and you will find the perfect water purifier for your needs. If not, and you are still undecided, contact us today and one of our passionate and professional water filter experts will be able to point you in the right direction. 

Biopure Water for Life bring you our list of the top five water purifiers in Australia. We feel comfortable to speak highly of and recommend our water filtration systems as we are passionate about water purifiers and believe that everybody should have access to clean, healthy pure water. On top of that, Biopure Water for Life are experts in our field and we have been supplying and installing water purification systems for over thirty years. For experienced, quality certified water purification solutions, look no further than Biopure Water for Life.   

Who is Biopure, Water for Life, and why should you take our advice?

Biopure Water for Life are an established water purifier supplier, with over 45 years of combined experience in the water purifier industry in Australia. Over the past 30 years we have become one of Australia’s leading suppliers of top quality water filtration systems. Biopure Water for Life offer a wide selection of water filtration systems from simple countertop water filter systems to deluxe five stage reverse osmosis purifiers and whole home systems. Biopure Water for Life offer water filtration solutions for everyone, from the home to the office and beyond. We believe that good health begins with good water. Through the continued and consistent use of our water filtration systems, you really can change your life.

Here are Biopure’s top five water filters that will be sure to leave you feeling pure and healthy:

Biopure’s top five filter recommendations:

1.Alkaline Mineral Hydrogen Rich Reverse Osmosis Under Sink Water Purifier

Our first recommendation is the Alkaline Mineral Hydrogen Rich Reverse Osmosis Under Sink Water Purifier system, which is a five stage alkaline mineral hydrogen rich, reverse osmosis purifier. This system is hand built in Australia by Biopure Water for Life. This system is our most popular under sink water purifier. The system gives you the best tasting, clean, pure water that the whole family will enjoy. This water purifier comes with a ten year warranty and has been awarded the Australian watermark certificate. This system will effectively remove up to 99% of heavy metals including lead and fluoride as well as micro-organisms such as giardia, bacteria and all chemical contaminants including chlorine.   The alkaline mineral cartridge will yield water with a healthy PH of between 8.5 to 9.5, whilst restoring the body’s essential minerals. Filter cartridge replacement is recommended every 12 months. 

2.Doulton Twin Under Sink Water Filtration System

Biopure’s second choice is the Doulton twin under sink water filtration system. This filter system is assembled from USA made components, and contains heavy duty UK made, cleanable ceramic and carbon filters. This system is designed for under the sink and is ideal for mains or tank water. This is a ceramic water filter, which effectively removes chlorine, bacteria, virus’, E.coli, heavy metals and chemicals from your water supply. This system comes complete with a 1^st stage cleanable ceramic dirt, sediment, and bacteria pre filter and a 2^nd stage coconut carbon filter cartridge. This ceramic water purifier is unique in that you can quickly and easily remove the ceramic filter if your water flow slows, scrub it and then return it to the filter system with your water flow restored to normal. This significantly improves the life of the filter cartridge. This water purifier comes with a ten year warranty and is great for those who want peace of mind knowing that all bacteria or virus’s are blocked but still value clean, healthy pure water.

3.Countertop Water Filter System USA Made

Our third choice is the Countertop water filter system, which is a great option for those who do not want to worry about plumbing in their filtration system. This water filter installs in one minute and connects to your tap using the diverter valve and tap adaptor. This is a premium quality water filter system made from US and Australian made components and filter cartridges. This countertop system comes complete with a 0.4 sub micron coconut husk water filter cartridge. The cartridge will effectively remove chlorine, bacteria, bad tastes, sediments and heavy metals from your water. This water purifier comes complete with a ten year warranty and cartridges only require changing every 12 months.

4.Portable Countertop Alkaline Mineral Hydrogen Rich Reverse Osmosis Water Purifier

Fourth is the Portable Countertop Alkaline Mineral Hydrogen Rich Reverse Osmosis Water Purifier, which is an excellent, portable water filtration option. This system removes fluoride, chlorine, heavy metals, bacteria and yields nourishing, hydrogenated alkaline water.  This water purifier connects to your tap in under one minute using the diverter valve and an included tap adaptor. This system is very flexible and suitable for kitchen, caravan or laundry mounting. Reverse osmosis is considered to be one of the best water purifiers on the market. Reverse osmosis is a process in which dissolved inorganic solids are removed from water. Reverse osmosis filters flush toxins away whilst the pre and carbon filters take care of the other pollutants left behind. This process is the most efficient at providing clean, pure great tasting alkaline water. A 12 monthly filter change is recommended.

5.Premium Whole House Water Filtration System

Our last recommendation is the Premium whole house water filter system. This water purifier is watermark certified and is designed to filter the water in your whole house. This system has a 1 micron pre filter for sediment removal and a second stage Aragon plus water softening filter to remove chlorine, chemicals, radiation, heavy metals, bacteria, bad taste and odours. Aragon represents the most up-to-date technology from Europe for water treatment and bacteria removal. This is an excellent, premium system and comes with a five year warranty. It is recommended to replace the cartridges annually.

Still not sure about which water purifier you should get? Call us at Biopure today!

The above five water purifiers are Biopure’s top five recommendations for 2019. If you are thinking about installing a water purifier in Australia, look no further than the five outstanding choices we have outlined above. Whatever your requirement’s may be, Biopure are sure that you will find a suitable water purifier in our online store. If you want to make the commitment to improving your health through pure filtered water, you should contact Biopure today to discuss your requirements. Our professional team are always happy to help and have the right advice for you. Biopure Water for Life also offer installation services on the Gold Coast and surrounding regions.

If you value your health, you have probably considered installing a water filter. But what water filter should you buy? With so many options out there you may need some help, right? Biopure are here to help you make an informed choice and explain why you should install an under sink water filter.  As our bodies are made up of about 60% water, it makes sense to consider the quality of the water we are consuming. We need to ensure that we are:

a) getting enough water; and

b) drinking the right water.

As we know, municipal water supplies are usually full of additives and compounds, that when consumed in excess can be negative for our long term health. The best way to ensure that you are getting the right water for optimal health, is to install an under sink water filter. Biopure’s scientifically backed, reverse osmosis water filters are proven to filter out 99% of foreign compounds, fluoride, chlorine, heavy metals, bacteria, bad tastes and more. Leaving you with nothing but pure, delicious and nourishing water. Biopure specialise in producing filter options that deliver pure, safe and healthy water.

How Under Sink Water Filters Work

A number of methods exist for filtering water under the sink. However, the most common is to divert the water from the main cold water supply under the sink using a connection. The connection is usually a watermark certified metal connection. From this connection a food grade BPA free tube is then sent to the filter’s purifying cartridge where the chemicals and contaminants are mostly removed. The water is then sent to the filter tap on the surface of the sink where the fresh, filtered water will be dispensed.

Benefits of Under Sink Water Filters 

The benefits of under sink water filters are immeasurable to an extent. In a general sense, sustained and consistent consumption of filtered water will lead to an improved sense of wellbeing. But more specifically it is known to:

• • Help mitigate the risk of cancer, by helping to eliminate carcinogenic contaminants;

• • Improve hydration;

• • Assist in prevention of birth defects in pregnant women;

• • Improve the health and growth of developing children;

• • Retain healthy mineral deposits and in the case of reverse osmosis an optional alkaline mineral cartridge is available.

• Reduce gastrointestinal issues.

These are just some of the many benefits that can be derived from the sustained and consistent use of under sink water filters. If you are considering taking the next step towards improving your health, you should do some research and determine the right filter for your needs. Biopure offer the best water filter system for your health requirements, from under sink water filters to counter top filters. But when you are purchasing a filter there are some things to be conscious of:

Things to look out for:

Size

When considering an under sink water filter you should always ensure that you take into account the size of the filter. Use a tape measure to measure the size of the filter and compare this to the size of your cupboard underneath your sink. The last thing that you want is to bring your new filter home and discover that it will not fit under the sink.

Ease of installation/filter change

Selecting a unit that is easy to install by yourself is a must, you do not want to go to the unnecessary expense of hiring a plumber to install your filter on your behalf. Most under sink water filter units are designed to be very easy to install and they should be, however if you have trouble installing your unit, Biopure offers water filter installations and ongoing services on the Gold Coast, Tweed Shire and surrounding areas.

Cartridge longevity

The filter in your water filter system requires changing on a semi-regular basis. Biopure’s filter cartridges generally only require replacement once every 12 months. The regularity of a cartridge change will no doubt influence the decision you make about your filter system. Biopure only offer high quality filter systems and the best filters and filtration components.

Filtering Capacity

Some cartridges are more efficient at removing impurities and contaminants than others, so you should always consider the filtering capacity of your water filter system before committing to a purchase. For example, our most popular system, the Alkaline mineral hydrogen rich under sink reverse osmosis has the capacity to produce up to 300 litres of fresh, filtered and pure water per day.

Water pressure

The rate at which your water filter can provide you with pure, filtered water is an important consideration. No one wants to be standing at the filter nozzle for hours waiting for their water bottle to fill. All of Biopure’s filter systems are made of a high standard and provide water at a sufficient pressure to keep you happy at the nozzle.

Alternative options

If you are not keen to commit to an under sink system, you should consider the other options available. Biopure provide excellent countertop systems that offer similar benefits to the under sink models. The countertop models are no doubt smaller and cannot produce as high a volume of filtered water, however they are still great systems and are capable at removing the majority of contaminants, impurities and bad tastes from your water. They are also very simple and quick to install.

Wrap up

If you have read this article and want to make the commitment to improving your health through pure filtered water, you should contact Biopure today to discuss your requirements. Our professional team are always happy to help and have the right advice for you. As mentioned, Biopure offer installation services on the Gold Coast and surrounding regions, so you can purchase and install the best water filters in Australia and have them installed without even lifting a finger. Do not risk your health any longer and make the move towards healthy, pure water at home or in your office.