This machine is small and powerful. The water tastes amazing. The only part I dont like is when the mineral deposits make a ring around the waste water in the back tank if I leave it there too long. I have 2 pitchers and I switch them out. Sometimes when i wait too long to do so the mineral ring is very hard to remove from the back waste water tank. I use vinegar and get it off with no problem however. I guess that just goes to show you all the filth in our water!!
This machine is small and powerful. The water tastes amazing. The only part I dont like is when the mineral deposits make a ring around the waste water in the back tank if I leave it there too long. I have 2 pitchers and I switch them out. Sometimes when i wait too long to do so the mineral ring is very hard to remove from the back waste water tank. I use vinegar and get it off with no problem however. I guess that just goes to show you all the filth in our water!!
As far as I can tell (not testing my water or being an expert in toxins, etc) this system is really good for supplying healthy, filtered water. I don't like the taste as much as unfiltered or Brita-filtered water, and the mineral drops make it even stranger- maybe it just takes more time to get used to the difference. I wasn't expecting the amount of maintenance it takes, rinsing and filling the tank at least once a day for one person's use, plus weekly washing. It would be easier if the handle wasn't inside the tank, and the lid detached- I find it awkward to work with as it is. I don't think everyone could handle the full tanks of water, especially having to lift them up and onto the back of the unit- I'm able to go around my counter and get at it from behind. From what I've seen offered, this is still a more economical choice for a water filtration system.