randomwalk
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I'm looking to replace an existing Watts WP-5 RO system that we've had for many years. It's a pretty standard system with 1 sediment stage, 2 carbon stages, RO membrane, then post-tank GAC polishing filter. I added a permeate pump to the system on my own. There's nothing wrong with the existing system, but it's probably about 15 years old.
I'm looking to replace it with a "modular" system where you change the filters by just pressing a button to close the valve and pop it out, and the entire filter + housing gets replaced. I know this type of system has higher ongoing costs because the filter replacements are more expensive, and you're stuck with the OEM filters. But I think I'm willing to pay for the convenience.
Watts RO Pure is a system like this, and is essentially a direct replacement to my current system except the filters are modular. But I see there are other manufacturers with similar systems.
I have limited space under the sink, so I am not looking for some crazy 9-stage system with every filter under the sun. I'm on city water and will have a whole house catalytic carbon filter and softener before the RO.
What do you recommend and why?
Thank you!
I'm looking to replace it with a "modular" system where you change the filters by just pressing a button to close the valve and pop it out, and the entire filter + housing gets replaced. I know this type of system has higher ongoing costs because the filter replacements are more expensive, and you're stuck with the OEM filters. But I think I'm willing to pay for the convenience.
Watts RO Pure is a system like this, and is essentially a direct replacement to my current system except the filters are modular. But I see there are other manufacturers with similar systems.
I have limited space under the sink, so I am not looking for some crazy 9-stage system with every filter under the sun. I'm on city water and will have a whole house catalytic carbon filter and softener before the RO.
What do you recommend and why?
Thank you!