| Compare Top Brand Water Softeners |
| |
PuriTec® Premier PS-1000 |
Kinetico® K60 Dual Tank Softener |
Culligan® Medallist Series |
Pelican® NaturSoft 1-3 bath |
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Price/Price Range
|
$1,195.00
(includes $100 installation rebate)
|
$3,195.00
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$1,399.00 + up
|
$1,220.00
|
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Softening technology
|
Salt-free nano technology
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Ion exchange softening resin
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Ion exchange softening resin
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Salt-free nano technology
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Softener Maintenance Required
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NONE
PLUS model - YES - Replace carbon filter approx. every 1-1/2 years (included w/order)
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YES - POTASSIUM
(monthly)
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YES - SALT
(monthly)
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NONE
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Performance Guarantee
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YES
|
YES
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YES
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YES
|
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Removes Existing Scale
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YES
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NO
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NO
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YES
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Reduces Water Spots
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YES
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YES
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YES
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YES
|
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Water Feels Slippery
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NO
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YES
|
YES
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NO
|
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Pre-filter
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YES - 5 mic Washable
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NO
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Optional, disposable
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YES - 5 mic Disposable
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Post-filter
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YES (Plus model)
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NO
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NO
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NO
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Reduces Chlorine, taste & odor
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YES (Plus model)
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NO
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NO
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NO
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Reduces VOC's & SOC's
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YES (Plus model)
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NO
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NO
|
NO
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Average Flow Rate (gpm)
|
16
|
10
|
10
|
16
|
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Electricity Required
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NO
|
NO
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YES
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NO
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Has Water Waste (requires backwashing)
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NO
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YES
|
YES
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NO
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Lic. Plumber required for warranty
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NO
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YES
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YES
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NO
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