Bluevua RO100ROPOT-Lite UV
Score: 85/100
Waken Electric Countertop RO
Score: 80/100Rankings
The Bluevua RO100ROPOT-Lite(UV) is a 7-stage countertop RO system featuring UV sterilization and mineral remineralization in a portable format with a glass carafe. The need for separate descaling kits and more frequent mineral filter replacements are notable maintenance trade-offs. It is ideal for health-conscious consumers in apartments seeking multi-stage protection and UV sterilization.
The Waken Electric C11 is a countertop reverse osmosis water filtration system featuring an 8-stage filtration process with integrated UV sterilization technology. It operates as a plug-and-play unit requiring no plumbing installation, making it suitable for residential use in homes, apartments, and RVs. The system includes a 200 oz water tank and a digital display for monitoring water quality metrics. While it offers advanced purification and convenience, the need for electricity and wastewater production are notable trade-offs.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12 monthsbest | 6 months | |
— | 418 gallons per hourbest | |
99.99 %best | 96 % | |
0.31 gallons | 1.56 gallonsbest | |
7 stages | 8 stagesbest | |
14.1 inches | 15.04 inchesbest | |
9.5 inches | 18.3 inchesbest | |
9.7 inchesbest | 7.28 inches |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance & Filtration(7) | ||
Certifications | WQA, SGS | NSF 58, 372, EPA 200, FCC |
Contaminants Reduced | Lead, Arsenic, Strontium, Fluoride | PFAS, Lead, TDS |
Filtration Technology | Reverse Osmosis (RO) + UV + Remineralization | RO + UV |
Filter Lifespan (months) | 12 months | 6 months |
Flow Rate (gallons per hour) | gallons per hour | 418 gallons per hour |
TDS Reduction (%) | 99.99 % | 96 % |
Filtration Stages (stages) | 7 stages | 8 stages |
Capacity & Dimensions(5) | ||
Water Capacity (gallons) | 0.31 gallons | 1.56 gallons |
Height (inches) | 14.1 inches | 15.04 inches |
Width (inches) | 9.5 inches | 18.3 inches |
Depth (inches) | 9.7 inches | 7.28 inches |
Product Weight (pounds) | 2.4 pounds | pounds |
Design & Installation(4) | ||
Installation Type | Countertop | Countertop / Plug-in |
Housing Material | Glass | Plastic (BPA Free) |
Filter Type | Multi-Stage Cartridge | RO Membrane + Carbon |
Power Requirement | AC Power | Electric |
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Professional reviewers and lab testing indicate that the Bluevua RO100ROPOT-Lite(UV) delivers strong contaminant reduction performance, specifically noting 97% strontium and minimum 86% fluoride reduction. Experts recommend replacing the mineral filter every 6 months.
Everyday users praise the system for its effective multi-stage filtration and the convenience of not requiring plumbing installation. Recurring concerns include the separate cost of descaling kits and the need to replace the mineral filter every 6 months.
“fresh water ready to go”
Users appreciate the straightforward operation, describing the system as producing fresh water ready to go with minimal effort. The digital display providing transparency about water quality metrics is valued by users monitoring their filtration system's performance.
