Home Master Artesian TMAFC-ERP
Score: 88/100
APEC RO-PH90
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Home Master TMAFC-ERP Artesian is a high-performance under-sink reverse osmosis system featuring patented remineralization and a permeate pump for exceptional water efficiency. Its main limitation is the requirement for adequate under-sink space and specific water pressure conditions. It is best suited for households seeking high-purity, alkaline water with minimal maintenance and environmental impact.
The APEC RO-PH90 is a 6-stage alkaline reverse osmosis system designed to remove up to 99% of contaminants while remineralizing water to improve taste. It features a pH+ remineralization stage that adds minerals back into the filtered water, addressing the flat taste common in standard RO systems. Best suited for households seeking to eliminate bottled water consumption while improving tap water quality with better-tasting water for beverages.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1.07 GPMbest | 0.9 GPM | |
12 monthsbest | 12 monthsbest | |
7 stagesbest | 6 stages | |
99 %best | 99 %best | |
| ↓ lower better | 35 PSI | 0 PSIbest |
| ↓ lower better | 1 ratiobest | 3 ratio |
5 yearsbest | 2 years | |
| ↓ lower better | 12 inchesbest | 18 inches |
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| Attribute | | |
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Health & Safety(1) | ||
Certifications | NSF | WQA Certified |
Installation & Compatibility(2) | ||
Installation Type | Under-sink | Under Sink |
Operating Pressure (PSI) | 35 PSI | 0 PSI |
Filtration & Performance(3) | ||
Flow Rate (GPM) | 1.07 GPM | 0.9 GPM |
Filtration Stages (stages) | 7 stages | 6 stages |
Pure to Drain Ratio (ratio) | 1 ratio | 3 ratio |
Maintenance & Warranty(1) | ||
Warranty (years) | 5 years | 2 years |
Dimensions & Build(3) | ||
Height (inches) | 12.0 inches | 18.0 inches |
Width (inches) | 16.0 inches | 7.0 inches |
Depth (inches) | 20.0 inches | 15.0 inches |
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Professional reviewers and editors praise the TMAFC-ERP for its innovative Full Contact remineralization, which addresses common issues like acidity and tank degradation found in traditional RO systems. Experts highlight the 98% contaminant removal rate, the hygienic modular design, and the extended 2,000-gallon filter life as key advantages over competitors. The system is noted for delivering exceptionally pure mineral water with a 2x flow rate and easy DIY installation.
Everyday consumers commonly praise the great-tasting alkaline water, the ease of tool-free filter swaps, and the significantly faster flow speed compared to standard systems. Recurring complaints focus on the high wastewater volume when the ERP pump is not used and occasional leaks during the initial setup phase, though users note that the modular design simplifies repairs.
“strips out over 1,000 impurities”
“keeps up with family needs effortlessly”
“installation as straightforward with minimal maintenance”
Professional reviewers highlight the APEC RO-PH90 as a robust, professional-grade solution for households seeking high-quality water purification. The six-stage system is praised for its ability to remove over 1,000 impurities while the pH+ remineralization stage successfully addresses the common complaint of flat-tasting RO water.
Everyday users generally express high satisfaction with the taste and clarity of the water produced by the APEC system. Common praise includes the improvement in flavor for beverages like coffee and tea, as well as the cost savings from eliminating bottled water purchases.
