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Wingsol Faucet (WS-FM001-PAC) vs Waterdrop WD-FC-06 Side-by-Side Comparison
Can’t decide whether to buy the budget Wingsol WS-FM-001-PAC or the more premium Waterdrop WD-FC-06 faucet-mount filter? Check out our short comparison!
Wingsol Faucet Water Filter
Tested Using Methodology v1.0Waterdrop WD-FC-06
Tested Using Methodology v1.0
Overall Verdict
Cheap and having beautiful stainless steel housings that belie their price tags, we can see why faucet-mount filters like the Wingsol WS-FM001-PAC and the Waterdrop WD-FC-06 are so popular.
But do they really work as advertised?
Yes, but with some caveats attached.
We purchased both models and put them to the test in our lab. First, we tested to see how well they were able to filter out chlorine. We pumped highly-chlorinated water through each filter's filter cartridges, collected the filtered water, and then tested it with a specialized water testing kit.
Although both filters took out most of the chemical in the water, the Wingsol still left a trace amount of chlorine in the water that our kit picked up. Meanwhile, the Wingsol WD-FC-06 got a perfect score (all traces of chlorine were eliminated from the water.)
A second test we did for both was the filtering flow rate test, which measures how much clean water the filters can produce in a period of time.
We mounted the Wingsol and the Waterdrop to a high-flow faucet (2.2 GPM) and then turned on the tap. A timer was set up as each filter deposited clean water into a measuring cup.
This test was also “won” by the Waterdrop WD-FC-06. In fact, it’s the fastest-working faucet-mount filter in our database so far, with a record of 1.3 GPM.
Even though the Wingsol’s flow rate only came up to 0.9 GPM, this is still an impressive number well above our minimum threshold of 0.5 GPM. In our ranking chart, the Wingsol is the third fastest-working model we’ve tested.
So, if you want the best, the Waterdrop WD-FC-06 faucet-mount water filter is an obvious choice. But if you have a more limited budget and don’t mind making a few compromises, the Wingsol should still be a decent option.
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 filtering flow rate (1.3 GPM).
- Near-perfect chlorine filtration efficiency.
- Great build quality using 304 food-grade stainless steel.
- The routing valve is solid and easy to use.
- 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
- Lacks filter replacement indicator.
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.
