You now know the advantages of buying a filtering water fountain. However, not all models available on the market are created equal. Discover the criteria to take into account to choose the right water fountain.

The type of filter water fountain
There are mainly two types of filter water fountains: the canister filter fountain and the network filter fountain. To begin with, canister filter fountains have the advantage of being easily movable. They can be placed anywhere. However, it is necessary to replace or refill the cylinder regularly.

As for network models, they are more suitable for professional use. To work, they need to be connected directly to a water network. But currently, most filtering water fountains on the market are equipped with an integrated water tank. Here, the capacities can vary from 2 to 15 liters depending on the model.

The filter system
The filtration system can also vary from one model to another. The filtration system to choose will depend on the quality of the water to be filtered. In this regard, there are models equipped with an ultrafine filter to eliminate microorganisms in the water (greater than 2 μm). Some models can also be equipped with a multi-stage filtration system.

As a chef, I recommend that you favor models with a 5-stage filtration system. Indeed, this type of filtration system is capable of reducing the rate of chlorine and limescale in the water by up to 80%. In addition, it also removes pesticides, herbicides, heavy metals, and any other impurities that may be in the water.

Water temperature
Filtering water fountains can dispense water of different temperatures. Because there are models that only distribute cold water. Other models can, however, dispense hot water. In addition, the most sophisticated models can distribute both cold and hot water and at different temperatures.

The material of manufacture
It is also important to pay particular attention to this criterion. The quality and durability of the filter water fountain is going to depend on the type of material used in its manufacture. Afterwards, if you intend to place your fountain in a high traffic or exposed area, I recommend that you get a stainless steel and tempered glass model. Finally, for personal use, a high-strength ABS model might suffice.