It is an integrated two-in-one system, and this is the best type of home purification currently:
Under the sink: 7-stage RO purification device + tank
Above the sink: Softec hot/cold water dispenser connected directly to the filter
Specifications of the 7-stage device
This is the standard order for most devices sold in Saudi Arabia:
Stage 1 - Sediment Filter 5 micron:
Holds dust, sand, and rust.
Stage 2 - Granular Activated Carbon (GAC):
Removes chlorine, gases, odors, and bad taste.
Stage 3 - Solid Carbon Block (CTO):
Confirms chlorine removal and protects the membrane.
Stage 4 - RO Membrane, the heart of the device:
A reverse osmosis membrane, 0.0001 micron, removes 95-99% of dissolved salts (TDS), heavy metals, bacteria, and viruses. Its production capacity is usually 75-100 gallons per day.
Stage 5 - Post Carbon Filter:
Improves the final taste and odor after the tank.
Stage 6 - Mineral / Calcite Filter:
Restores beneficial minerals like calcium and magnesium to the water that were lost in the RO stage.
Stage 7 - Alkaline / Infrared Filter:
Raises the pH and makes the water slightly alkaline, better for drinking and digestion. Some types also have a UV filter to kill bacteria.
Tank: The one on the right in the picture, with a capacity of approximately 12 liters (3.2 gallons), stores purified water, ready for use.
Softec Water Dispenser:
• Instant cold cooling < 10 degrees • Hot heating > 85 degrees for tea and coffee • 2 faucets + child safety lock for hot water • Directly connected, no need for bottles.
Benefits of this specific system:
1. 100% healthy water: Removes chlorine, taste, odor, rust, and most importantly, high salts that cause kidney stones and strain on kidney dialysis, especially with Riyadh's water.
2. Saves money and space: Eliminates the need to buy water bottles. One tank is enough for a family.
3. Instant hot and cold: The dispenser replaces a kettle and a water refrigerator, excellent for the kitchen and living room.
4. Protects appliances: Purified water does not cause scaling in kettles, irons, and coffee makers.
5. Better taste for food: Tea, coffee, and cooking taste significantly better with RO water.
Important tips before buying:
• Ask about the type of membrane; the original American Filmtec is the best.
• Filter replacement: Stages 1-2-3 every 3-4 months, Stages 5-6-7 every year, the membrane every two years.
• Install a TDS meter with it to know when to replace the filters.
• The dispenser in the picture takes up space on the countertop. There is another type, a floor-standing dispenser, with the same concept if your kitchen is small.