PUREPLUS UTR700B Review: Tankless Wonder Under My Sink
Discover the PUREPLUS UTR700B — your chic, tankless 800 GPD miracle that makes under-sink clutter vanish, serving crystal-clear water with snappy 2:1 efficiency!
I’ve always been fascinated by the prospect of having pure, unadulterated water at my fingertips, not unlike the way prestigious chefs might have a pinch of saffron or a flask of aged balsamic glaze readily available. Enter the PUREPLUS UTR700B Reverse Osmosis System. Now, this isn’t your garden-variety water filter; this is the kind of gadget that makes me feel like I’ve taken a leap into a future where everything is sleek, efficient, and slightly intimidating. With a name that could easily be mistaken for a spaceship component, this tankless under-sink wonder promises not only speed — 800 gallons per day, thank you very much — but also an impressive 2:1 pure to drain ratio. And did I mention it’s smart? My regular faucet certainly can’t boast an LED purifier or dual filtration modes, which means my kitchen is feeling decidedly less clever. But with credentials from the likes of NSF and IAPMO, I’m more inclined to trust this system with my tap water than I might trust an itinerant Frenchman with my morning croissant. Welcome to the kitchen of tomorrow, where even your water filtration system has a better resumé than you.
My Journey to Crystal Clear Water with the PUREPLUS UTR700B Reverse Osmosis System
There I was, elbow-deep under my kitchen sink, surrounded by a bizarre assortment of cleaning supplies, ancient sponges, and a small playing card collection that had somehow found its way into the nether regions of my cabinetry. I was at a crossroads in my life — or, more accurately, my plumbing. Making the decision to invest in a new water filtration system felt like a step toward adulthood, albeit a slightly boring, responsible one. After considering every option known to humankind and probably a few known only to cacti, I landed on the magnificently named PUREPLUS UTR700B Reverse Osmosis System, 800 GPD Fast Flow, NSF/ANSI 58 & NSF/ANSI/CAN 372 Certified, 2:1 Pure to Drain, Tankless Under Sink RO Water Filter System, LED Purifier, Smart Faucet. Try saying that five times fast.
What’s In a Name?
As I repeated that product name in my mind, strikingly reminiscent of a scientific breakthrough (or perhaps a top-secret government code), I realized the significance of each part. The “PUREPLUS” evokes images of pristine mountain streams or possibly a newly discovered gemstone. The specifics — 800 GPD, NSF certifications, 2:1 Pure to Drain — sounded rather impressive, like a tailored suit in the world of filtration. Yet, what truly drew me in was the tankless design and the promise to liberate my kitchen from bulky obstructions. It felt less like a purchase and more like acquiring a new team member capable of replacing C-list technology in my home, a wingman in water, if you will.
The Aesthetics: Size Does Not Matter
When they mentioned a space-saving design, I envisioned a miraculous optical illusion where the contraption would occupy negative space, perhaps even contributing extra storage dimensions as it performed its duties. Realistically, its actual size melds nicely with the otherwise underwhelming area under the sink, largely due to the absence of a tank. If space saving was an Olympic sport, the PUREPLUS UTR700B would surely take home a shiny medal while cheering on its other sieve-like comrades.
Installation Adventure: DIY Heroics
Now let’s get on to installation. For a person whose two left thumbs often sabotage their venture into the land of tools and manuals, the “easy installation” promise was both enticing and dubious. Armed with nothing but a basic screwdriver and a smoldering concoction of curiosity and trepidation, I embarked on the task with the hope that in a parallel universe, my alter-ego was a successful handyman. Thankfully, the instructions were as straightforward as they come, involving no cryptic hieroglyphs reminiscent of IKEA manuals.
A Straightforward Maintenance
Maintenance, oftentimes a task dreadfully attached to unwanted commitments (remember those treadmill resolutions?), was approached with an air of simplicity. Replacement filters are readily available with specific names that roll right off the tongue like comforting friends: the PCT:B0CK2TNYYZ with a life span of 12 months, and the RO:B0CK2J7SD4, boasting a life expectancy akin to that of a cherished family pet at 24 months. The idea of cartridge replacement without special tools felt like a small victory for the average Joe who hadn’t conquered the castle of advanced hardware stores.
Certified by the Water Gods
The NSF/ANSI certifications, all the rage in the filtration circles, ensure this system plays nice with the standards of water purification. These aren’t just pulled from thin air; they’re assurances that the water coursing through your pipes is as fresh and safe as a morning breeze, free from undesirables like lead, which had overstayed its welcome during antiquated plumbing’s heyday. Who knew that a Reverse Osmosis system could sound like a knight in shining armor in the battle against contaminants?
The Drip-Free Radar: 800 Gallons a Day
The reverse osmosis mode offers 800 gallons per day. I marveled at this capacity, as meaningful as an abstract art piece in its ability to provoke wonder. The high flow rate is revolutionary for household needs, claiming its ability to pour a glass of water rapidly in 6 seconds. Such efficiency catapults the process from kitchen chore to blink-and-you’ll-miss-it phenomenon, defying sloth-like waits associated with previously lackadaisical drips.
Remarkable Efficiency: The 2:1 Pure to Drain Ratio
One of the features that illustrated itself in my mind as a cartoon of water droplets was the 2:1 pure to drain ratio. In Great Britain, they have two castles for every knight — purely hypothetical, but the analogy plays well with water. The system graciously delivers double the filtered delight for each driblet wasted, demonstrating ecological sensitivity while allowing me a self-satisfied moral high ground each time I twist the faucet knob.
Harnessing Dual Filtration Modes
All heroes have their archenemies, and in this system’s case, they appear as impurities. Mold, chlorine, sediment, and rust feel like the villains of some underappreciated comic book series. Thankfully, the Everyday Clean Mode sifts through these offenders while the Pure Drinking Mode showcases its prowess against tough compounds like dissolved impurities, heavy metals, PFAS, PFOA, and PFOS, which sound like characters from a dystopian novel instead of water pollutants.
LED Purifier and Smart Faucet: A 21st Century Flair
The LED Purifier seemed like a funkier, hipper brother to the standard kitchen tap. In addition, it boasted of some intelligent features given away by the telling adjective “smart.” While I am yet to agree on the denominator that defines a faucet as “smart,” the allure of an LED makes it look like the future had arrived and decided my kitchen sink was worthy of being its landing spot.
The Gift that Keeps on Giving
The PUREPLUS system has established itself as less of a fixture and more of an enhancement to my home. Friends and visitors marvel at the clarity of my water, while I enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing that between me and the variety of surfaces this water touches — be it a drinking glass or a budding herb garden — I chose betterment without sacrificing simplicity.
Why the PUREPLUS UTR700B Might Be Your Next Investment
Water is the substance we depend on, not just an ingredient in the human kaleidoscope but a fundamental right. Choosing a purification system such as the PUREPLUS UTR700B isn’t just pinning responsibility on an appliance; it’s adopting a lifestyle that resonates with health, efficiency, sustainability, and modernity. It simplifies while elevating, a rare breed in the appliance world often shrouded in excessive complexity.
So, if you find yourself contemplating this wonder of modern design, its time-tested reliability, extensive certifications, and efficiency that could make your old water jug cry itself to sleep, remember this article. Consider clapping, leaving a response, or even subscribing to my Medium newsletter for updates, where I clumsily navigate other adult decisions and miraculously-engineered gadgets. Because in this plethora of choices and advances, sometimes all it takes is the right nudge to make an informed decision, one drip at a time.
