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Wingsol Faucet (WS-FM001-PAC) vs PUR PLUS Faucet (FM2500V) Side-by-Side Comparison
Popular it may be, is the WIngsol WS-FM-001-PAC faucet-mount water filter worth picking over the PUR Plus FM2500V? Check out this comparison!
Wingsol Faucet Water Filter
Tested Using Methodology v1.0PUR Faucet Water Filter
Tested Using Methodology v1.0
Overall Verdict
The Wingsol WS-FM001-PAC has plenty of value to spare. For a very affordable price, you get a faucet-mount filter with a stainless steel housing and — according to the ad — a very capable filter cartridge that can take out most major classes of harmful chemicals that could be in your tap water.
But does it live up to expectations?
The Wingsol WS-FM001-PAC’s filtering performance is worse than most.
In the chlorine filtering test, while it removed most of the chlorine in the chlorinated water we pumped through it, there’s still a trace amount of the chemical left behind that our water test kit picked up. Because of this, the Wingsol is one of just two models in our database with a chlorine filtering score lower than a perfect 10.
As a result, while the Wingsol WS-FM001-PAC is a functional filter, it has the worst value out of all the other models in our database. The only good thing about the filter is the durable stainless steel housing.
On the other hand, the PUR Plus FM2500V has a perfect chlorine test score. But in return, it failed our filtering flow rate test with a measured flow rate of just 0.3 GPM. So, even though it’s safe to use if you want to have fast-flowing water in your kitchen, the PUR FM2500V may not be a good choice.
Unlike the Wingsol, the PUR faucet-mount filter is made from plastic. As a result, it may not last as long as the Wingsol and may be more prone to breakage. But PUR has had a great track record of building quality and long-lasting filters so far, and we didn’t find any issue with the filter after weeks of testing.
So, while the PUR is pricier and doesn’t work quite as quickly as the Wingsol, it should make for a far better purchase in general.
Pros & Cons
- Durable stainless steel construction
- Easy installation with slip-on, rotating collar
- The handle for the routing valve is easy to use
- Comes with up to 9 faucet adapters to fit different types of faucets
- Excellent chlorine filtering ability
- Easy installation and servicing with "one-click" system
- Lightweight and compact design
- A filter change indicator
- Filtering performance is lower than other models we tested
- We found rusting within the inner components of the filter, despite it being made from stainless steel
- Low flow rate in filtering mode
- Weak grip on faucet due to the one-click system
- Flimsy routing valve’s handle
- The plastic construction can be problematic for long-term durability
Key Specs
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Analysis and Test Results
Performance
Chlorine Test
Flow Rate Test
Design
In the Box
Weight & Dimensions
Build Quality
Filter Piece
Routing Valve
Usability
Installation
Ease of Use
Leak
Maintenance
Behind the Comparison
Matthew Lee is a writer and editor for HealthyKitchen101. With over 8 years working for various outlets and agencies, specializing in tech review and other subjects of note, such as current affairs.
Lap is Head of the Research, Testing, and Review Team (RTR Team) at HealthyKitchen101.com, where he directs and supervises the testing of kitchen gadgets and appliances.
Nguyen Ntk is a graphic designer, photographer, and videographer whose philosophy centers around respecting and celebrating the beauty of reality. Through his lenses, Nguyen strives to capture the true essence of objects and events, showcasing and highlighting authentic features without distortion or exaggeration.
