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Are 15 Plates REALLY Worth It? (Not Really..)

At Tyent Water Ionizers, we’ve always talked about the importance of powerful plates – and having enough of them to deliver awesome performance. Our incredible Solid/Mesh Hybrid Plates are constructed from titanium and dipped multiple times in pure platinum. There’s nothing on the market to beat them. 

Are 15 plates REALLY worth it

Are 15-Plate Water Ionizers Any Good? 

So, the news that 15-plate water ionizers were finding their way to the market was certainly interesting! Tyent’s position at the forefront of the water ionizer industry means that we’re always excited to see new concepts and ideas emerging, and this one had arrived with a certain amount of hype. But 15 plates? Are 15 plates really worth it? Naturally, we had to find out!  

 

Water Ionizer Plates: Three Things You Cannot Ignore! 

When it comes to water ionizer plates, there are a few non-negotiable truths. No matter how many plates are inside a water ionizer, the following three points are the ones to watch when considering which machine to buy: 

  • What is the plate constructed from? 
  • What is the surface area of the individual plate?  
  • Is it a solid plate, a mesh plate, or solid/mesh hybrid design? 

The materials used in the construction of water ionizer plates are of utmost importance. A water ionizer is an investment buy. These plates must last many years and maintain the same performance in 10- or 20 years’ time as the day you bought your water ionizer.  

 

Super Strong Plates 

As mentioned above, Tyent plates are made from the most durable construction materials possible – titanium and platinum. Anything less than this is already inferior. These two materials combined create the best possible plate for strength and durability.  

 

The Importance of Surface Area 

Surface area is another key point. More surface area means more electrolysis happening inside the water ionizer. That’s why size matters with plates. 

 

Are Your Plates Solid, Mesh or Hybrid? 

This leads us neatly on to the type of plate – solid, mesh or hybrid?  

Some water ionizer companies stick with solid plates because they’re stronger. However, solid plates have less available surface area for electrolysis. Other companies use mesh-type plates to create more surface area, but this means compromising on strength. Mesh plates are weaker and less durable than solid plates; while solid plates are stronger but have reduced surface area.  

The best type of plate is a solid/mesh hybrid plate. These are engineered to have greater surface area, while maintaining the integrity and strength of a solid plate. Water ionizer plates are integral to the machine. Generally, the size, quality and construction of the individual plates and NOT the number of them are key to exceptional performance.  

 

Is Your Kitchen Big Enough for 15 Plates? 

Let’s look at the reality of a water ionizer machine with 15 plates. Broadly speaking, these machines are likely to be much bigger than a machine with 13 plates or less. To house the plates, the water ionizers are likely to be outsized and look unwieldy and bulky in the average kitchen. Not a dealbreaker, but something to bear in mind.  

 

Price –v- Value for Money 

What is a dealbreaker when it comes to buying a water ionizer? For most people, it will be a combination of price and value for money.  

The 15-plate machines push the envelope when it comes to price. These big beasts are pricey. But are they worth every cent? If you’re paying a premium for those 15 plates, is it truly worth it?  

Well, let’s look at the performance data. In tests, the 15-plate machine delivered alkaline water in the range of 1.7 pH to 12.2 pH. In the same tests, the Tyent ACE-13 produced an alkaline water range of 1.7 pH -12.5 pH.  

 

ORP & Filtration 

What about Oxygen Reduction Potential (ORP)? This is a key aspect of ionized water – antioxidants. ORP is the potency, or sheer strength of the antioxidants in the water to neutralize damaging free radicals. ORP is measured in negative values: the greater the negative -ORP value, the more potent the antioxidant potential of your water. 

With that quick reminder, let’s look again at the test results of a 15-plate machine – a respectable maximum of -1005 ORP. The same test with the 13-plate Tyent ACE-13 produces an ORP level of up to –1150. 

What about filtration? Let’s face it, that’s one other essential feature of a water ionizer. For a machine that is more expensive than most other water ionizers on sale today, the 15-plate models only contain one filter. At this price bracket, that’s not enough. 2 filters are standard when you’re spending this much money – clean, contaminant-free water is everything. 

 

Great or Gimmick? 

15 plates sure is a lot, but does the number of plates make any appreciable difference once you get past the 13-plate point?  

There is a certain logic in assuming that the more plates a company piles into its water ionizer machines, the better that machine must be. To an extent, that’s correct, but there is a tipping point – the point at which the number of plates becomes a gimmick, rather than a useful, productive part of the water ionization process.  

The other thing to remember is that the number of plates a water ionizer contains is only part of the equation. As with so many things, two main points apply: quality matters, and the devil is in the detail. 

 

The Conclusion: Are 15 Plates Worth It? 

We’re not saying that 15-plate water ionizers have no place on the market. If your kitchen (and budget!) are big enough, they can look pretty good.  

But the question we started with remains. Are they worth it? 

The answer has to be no. In a sense, it’s rather like the law of diminishing returns. You pay more, but you’re no longer receiving any extra benefit for the additional cost. 

A Tyent 13-plate (or even fewer) water ionizer, in which the plates are solid/mesh hybrid type; constructed from titanium and platinum and are large and strong, delivers a performance that matches and then exceeds the performance of the 15-plate model. There’s nothing inherently wrong with the 15-plate version, it’s just not worth paying more for.  

It’s possible that we’ll see more of this kind of thing – water ionizer gimmicks that grab an industry headline or two – but until there’s any actual, measurable benefit for the customer, our advice is to scroll on by.  

 

 

Find Out Why Water Ionizer Plates are so Important!

 
Water ionizer plates are actually really fascinating to learn about.  Whether your interest is mechanical, health-driven or aesthetic, ionizer plates are pretty fascinating things!

Ionization happens when water passes over the plates.  But not like this.

Why are Water Ionizer Plates so Important?

A water ionizer often rises or falls on a few key elements.  One of those factors is the quality of its plates.

The electrically charged plates in an ionizer are a vital component in the ionization process.  The filtered water flows over them in the electrolysis chamber enabling positive and negative electrical charges to pass through the liquid creating acidic and alkaline water.

The plates in a Tyent ionizer are something very special.  We know that to maximize the process of electrolysis, the surface area of the plates needs to be as large as possible, while still being strong. One option that might achieve this is using mesh plates.  The mesh structure will increase the surface area but is far weaker due to its relatively flimsy construction.

Why Tyent Water Ionizer Plates are The Best!

Our team went back to the drawing board to create a plate that would be both incredibly strong and as powerful as possible.  The result is the Solid/Mesh Hybrid plates found in our water ionizers today — constructed from titanium and dipped multiple times in platinum for unbeatable durability.  To increase the surface area and maximize its power, our engineers found a way to drill the plates without compromising their strength, achieving the paradigm of performance we wanted. 

No Cutting Corners!

The reality is that cheaper plates are likely to fail eventually, after becoming gradually eroded and compromised.  If you buy an ionizer with cheaply made plates, imagine how shoddy the less vital components might be!

We don’t cut a single corner when it comes to how our ionizers are made, which is why every Tyent ionizer comes with an unbeatable Lifetime Guarantee.

Water Ionizer of the Year – Again!

We’re proud that Tyent has once again been awarded the honor of Water Ionizer of the Year, marking our eighth year of winning this important industry title since 2009, recognizing our ongoing commitment to excellence.

If learning about why water ionizer plates are so important has left you hungry for more, click on our Cheat Sheet for a great read!

9 Best Water Ionizers: 2024 Review

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Not sure which type of water is best for your health? With so many options like distilled water, alkaline water, and hydrogen water, it can be a bit confusing. If you want the best health benefits from your daily drinking water, consider getting a water ionizer for your home. 

Having a water ionizer at home means you and your family will always have access to clean, high-quality water. It’s not just for drinking and health benefits; it also has settings for cleaning and sterilizing household items. 

The health benefits of ionized water and alkaline water are simply undeniable. In fact, many celebrities and professional athletes drink alkaline water to stay in shape, look their best, and perform at their best. Ionized alkaline water provides healthy antioxidants, hydrates quickly, reduces oxidative damage done to DNA, and prevents weight gain and sluggishness. It also contains hydrogenated ions, which are excellent for your skin and can even promote plant growth.

For all of these reasons and more, we’ve rounded up the best water ionizers on the market to help make sure you have all the information you need when it comes to choosing an ionizer. 

 

What are water ionizers? 

Water ionizers are household machines that calibrate the pH levels of regular tap water to make it more alkaline or acidic. With premium ionized water in your home, you can cleanse tap water of impurities and utilize adjustable settings for cleaning or sterilizing applications. 

Water alkalizers are attached to regular faucets to eliminate contaminants and produce high antioxidant levels. These systems transform tap water through electrolysis. As an electrical current passes through tap water, it splits the water into its hydrogen and oxygen particles. 

The water ionizer then siphons off the differing water ions to keep them separate. The increased levels of negatively charged ions then creates the alkaline water. 

 

Water Ionizer vs Hydrogen Water Machines

A water ionizer raises the pH of the water to an alkaline level and enriches the water with antioxidant potential. In contrast, a hydrogen water machine generates a small amount of molecular hydrogen but does not make the water alkaline. When it comes to determining which one is better, water ionizers tend to be on the better end of the deal, as they provide acidity-fighting alkalinity that hydrogen water doesn’t have.

 

What is alkaline water?

Ionized water can become either alkaline or acidic, meaning its pH level has been adjusted up or down. Alkaline water is rich in antioxidants, making it ideal for drinking. Acidic water is full of hydrogen ions.

Alkaline water is primarily used for drinking but can also be used to remove herbicides and pesticides from fruits and vegetables.

 

Some of the main benefits of alkaline water include:

  1. Reduces signs of aging: Oxidation is the chemical process of oxygen chemically bonding with other substances. When this happens, healthy cells are damaged and destroyed. Oxidation frequently presents as one of the common signs of aging and the effects of disease.
  2. Hydration for the skin: Proper hydration is vital for healthy, resilient, and glowing skin. Dehydration can cause or contribute to a dry, flaky, and oily complexion. To achieve radiant skin, the body must flush out toxins. Being hydrated every day means that your body is far more efficient at getting rid of toxins.
  3. Support for hair loss: Oxidative damage can also result in hair loss. The antioxidant properties of alkaline water help to flush out the damaging free radicals that cause this process. Drinking alkaline water and following an alkaline diet is a great way to fight all aspects of the anti-aging process.
  4. Promotes gut health: Alkaline water can help promote a balanced gut environment. Its ability to supply additional hydroxyl ions, in turn, helps to expel oxygen in the gut. A low-oxygen environment is preferable for the growth of ‘good’ bacteria in your stomach.

 

Bottled Water vs Ionized Alkaline Hydrogen Water

As you may already know, bottled water is not ideal. It is often contaminated, which can harm your health and cause neurological disorders, gastrointestinal illness, and reproductive problems. These contaminants are especially harmful to infants, young children, pregnant women, the elderly, and people with weakened immune systems.

The ideal alternative is ionized alkaline water. It contains thousands of tiny bubbles of molecular hydrogen, giving it powerful antioxidant properties. It offers amazing anti-aging benefits, detoxifying effects, free radical protection, and incredible immune support.

With a water ionizer, you can avoid toxic bottled water and enjoy pH-balanced alkaline water at home. Just go to your kitchen sink, push the ionizer button to select your desired pH level, and the water ionizer will instantly turn tap water into healthy, drinkable alkaline water.

 

Best Water Ionizers for Home (Countertop and Under-the-counter)

The type of water ionizer you choose for your home makes a big difference. That’s why we’re sharing some of the top water ionizer options for your home. 

While we include various brands in this list, it’s important to note that many low-powered machines can’t produce high-quality hydrogen. These lower-quality models typically have only 7-9 plates/electrodes, whereas Tyent’s UCE-13 and ACE-13 models boast 13 plates, ensuring superior performance and water quality.

 

1. Tyent UCE-13 Plus

Tyent UCE-13 Plus

Tyent’s UCE-13 Plus water ionizer, featured on E! Channel’s “Million Dollar Homes,” is a top choice among professional athletes and celebrities. Its versatile settings make it perfect for a variety of uses, from brewing coffee and cleaning produce to creating Beauty Water, all while delivering the highest levels of antioxidants and molecular hydrogen.

The UCE-13 Plus, along with Tyent’s other hydrogen water generators, is equipped with a dual 0.01-micron filtration system—the same type used in kidney dialysis machines. This advanced system removes over 200 dangerous contaminants, including heavy metals and all traces of lead from your tap water.

What sets the UCE-13 Plus apart is its user-friendly design and easy maintenance. With a single tap, you can fill your favorite glasses, bottles, and pots, thanks to its quantity selection feature. Its advanced self-cleaning technology ensures you always have access to the cleanest, best-tasting water with minimal effort.

Specifications: 

  • Up to 1.8+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -1,150 ORP
  • Xtreme molecular hydrogen boost and turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (1.7-12.5 pH range)
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Fully adjustable power settings with 99 presets
  • Dual 0.01 micron filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Flood prevention sensor
  • Customizable automatic cleaning
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control
  • Voice announcement
  • Smart AI self-diagnosis
  • Multi-language support
  • SMPS Plus power supply
  • Easy DP cable hook-up
  • Platinum lifetime warranty

Pros: 

  • Used by famous doctors, pro athletes, and celebrities
  • The only water ionizer featured on E!, FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and more
  • Alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • Acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • All Tyent water ionizers are chemical-free
  • Plates are the strongest, thickest, and provide the most surface area in the industry
  • Use Dialipure filters—the same filtration as kidney dialysis machines—that remove over 200 dangerous contaminants
  • Tyent has dozens of premium certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Trustworthy and transparent—Tyent shares third-party lab results publicly
  • Tyent is the only hydrogen water and ionizer company to offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with zero stipulations that covers both parts and labor
  • Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period, with a less than 1% return rate
  • Accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellent customer service and support, A+ rating

Cons: 

  • Can take 5-7 days to arrive
  • Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm EST

Pricing: 

  • Matte black, limited edition: $7,495.00 On sale for $4,995.00
  • Antique bronze: $6,995.00 On sale for $4,795.00
  • Satin silver: $6,995.00 On sale for $4,795.00
  • Financing available, with payments as low as $25/month!

Order the Tyent UCE-13 Plus water ionizer today!

 

2. Tyent ACE-13

Tyent ACE-13 water ionizer.

The Tyent ACE-13 hydrogen water machine, packed with advanced features, has been honored as Ionizer of the Year and holds the top spot on numerous trusted review sites.

Boasting the industry’s best plates, a dual 0.01-micron filtration system, and features like quantity selection and customized automatic cleaning, the ACE-13 goes above and beyond. Its motion-activated flow sensor allows you to simply wave your hand to start the water flow at your preferred setting. Additionally, Tyent’s exclusive Xtreme Molecular Hydrogen Boost feature ensures the highest levels of antioxidants and molecular hydrogen in your water.

The ACE-13 also offers fully adjustable power settings, providing a wide range of pH options (1.7-12.0). The result is premium ionized water, rich in molecular hydrogen, tailored precisely to your preferences.

Specifications: 

  • Up to 1.8+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -1,150 ORP
  • Xtreme molecular hydrogen boost and turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (1.7-12.5 pH range)
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Dual 0.01 micron filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Motion-activated flow sensor
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Flood prevention sensor
  • Automatic cleaning function
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control
  • 360° spin spout
  • Multi-language support
  • SMPS Plus power supply
  • Platinum lifetime warranty

Pros: 

  • Used by famous doctors, pro athletes, and celebrities
  • The only water ionizer featured on E!, FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and more
  • Alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • Acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • All Tyent water ionizers are chemical-free
  • Plates are the strongest, thickest, and provide the most surface area in the industry
  • Use Dialipure filters—the same filtration as kidney dialysis machines—that remove over 200 dangerous contaminants
  • Tyent has dozens of premium certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Trustworthy and transparent—Tyent shares third-party lab results publicly
  • Tyent is the only hydrogen water and ionizer company to offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with zero stipulations that covers both parts and labor
  • Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period, with a less than 1% return rate
  • Accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellent customer service and support, A+ rating

Cons: 

  • Can take 5-7 days to arrive
  • Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm EST

Pricing:

Order the Tyent ACE-13 water ionizer today!

 

3. Tyent Hybrid

Tyent H2 Hybrid water ionizer

The Tyent H2 Hybrid is a groundbreaking water ionizer, being the first of its kind to combine alkaline and hydrogen technologies. It stands out with its unique twin cell system, delivering the highest levels of therapeutic molecular hydrogen across all pH levels—from neutral to the most alkaline. Whether you prefer alkaline, neutral, acidic, or hydrogen-infused water, this machine allows you to customize your hydration with ease, all controlled by a simple touch.

The H2 Hybrid, like all Tyent hydrogen water generators, is equipped with an advanced electrolysis chamber featuring solid/mesh hybrid titanium plates. These plates, crafted from medical-grade titanium and coated in platinum through multiple dipping and baking processes, are the thickest and most durable available. This design maximizes surface area and electrolysis efficiency.

Why is this important? A lower oxidation reduction potential (ORP) in your water means more powerful antioxidant properties. Tyent’s hydrogen water offers an ORP as low as -1,250, enhancing its health benefits.

Additionally, the H2 Hybrid includes a special hydrogen water button and a molecular hydrogen booster, capable of producing up to 1.8 ppm of hydrogen molecules. This is equivalent to 360% of the recommended therapeutic concentration dose, providing an extra boost to your hydration.

Specifications: 

  • Up to 1.8+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -1,250 ORP 
  • Xtreme molecular hydrogen boost and turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (2.5-11.0 pH range)
  • Twin cell technology and proton exchange membrane
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Dual 0.01 micron filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Automatic cleaning function
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control with H2 water button
  • Voice announce
  • 360° spin spout
  • Multi-language support
  • SMPS Plus power supply
  • Platinum lifetime warranty with zero stipulations and no fine print—includes bumper to bumper coverage of both parts and labor

Pros: 

  • Used by famous doctors, pro athletes, and celebrities
  • The only water ionizer featured on E!, FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and more
  • Alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • Acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • All Tyent water ionizers are chemical-free
  • Plates are the strongest, thickest, and provide the most surface area in the industry
  • Use Dialipure filters—the same filtration as kidney dialysis machines—that remove over 200 dangerous contaminants
  • Tyent has dozens of premium certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Trustworthy and transparent—Tyent shares third-party lab results publicly
  • Tyent is the only hydrogen water and ionizer company to offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with zero stipulations that covers both parts and labor
  • Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period, with a less than 1% return rate
  • Accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellent customer service and support, A+ rating

Cons: 

  • Can take 5-7 days to arrive
  • Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm EST

Pricing:

Try the Tyent H2 Hybrid water ionizer today!

 

4. Tyent Edge-9 Turbo

Tyent Edge-9 Turbo

The Tyent Edge-9 Turbo is an excellent choice for compact spaces, offering a versatile solution for both alkaline and hydrogen-rich water. Its hybrid electrolyzer efficiently provides access to both types of water without the need for chemicals, setting it apart from other ionizers that rely on chemical additives to adjust pH levels.

Additionally, the Edge-9 Turbo features an H20 button for producing neutral pH filtered drinking water. It also includes two turbo modes to enhance molecular hydrogen levels and optimize pH levels with each use, ensuring you get the best quality water every time.

Specifications:

  • Up to 1.5+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -875 ORP
  • Turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (2.5-11.5 pH range)
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Membrane multi-layer filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Automatic stop function
  • Automatic cleaning function
  • Filter replacement meter
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control
  • Voice announce
  • 360° spin spout
  • Multi-language support
  • Hybrid SMPS (8A) power supply
  • Platinum lifetime warranty

Pros: 

  • Used by famous doctors, pro athletes, and celebrities
  • The only water ionizer featured on E!, FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and more
  • Alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • Acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • All Tyent water ionizers are chemical-free
  • Plates are the strongest, thickest, and provide the most surface area in the industry
  • Use Dialipure filters—the same filtration as kidney dialysis machines—that remove over 200 dangerous contaminants
  • Tyent has dozens of premium certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Trustworthy and transparent—Tyent shares third-party lab results publicly
  • Tyent is the only hydrogen water and ionizer company to offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with zero stipulations that covers both parts and labor
  • Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period, with a less than 1% return rate
  • Accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellent customer service and support, A+ rating

Cons: 

  • Can take 5-7 days to arrive
  • Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm EST

Pricing:

Order the Tyent Edge 9 Turbo water ionizer today!

 

5. Enagic LeveLuk SD501 Platinum

Enagic LeveLuk SD501 Platinum

Enagic describes this water ionizer machine as the ionizer leader of the pack. However, this machine only offers 7-Platinum-plated Titanium plates, which is significantly below the power needed to create quality hydrogen water.

Specifications: 

  • Large LCD panel
  • 7-titanium plates
  • Built-in electrolysis chamber

Pros: 

  • Speaks five languages
  • Voice confirmations
  • Automatic cleaning

Cons: 

  • The BBB (Better Business Bureau) ratings are based on business ratings and public data sources. Enagic received the worst rating you can receive, an F BBB rating
  • Limited 7-plate technology. The lack of power is why the machine struggles to reach over a pH of 10, and some people have to add calcium.
  • The Enagic machine needs an “Electrolysis Enhancer” added to it to make up for the power it did not possess. They so-called “Electrolysis Enhancer” is actually sodium hypochlorite, AKA bleach.
  • The trial period is only 30 days and only for unopened machines.

Pricing: $4,480

 

6. Healthy Hydration Hydra Home Unit

Healthy Hydration Hydra Home Unit

The Healthy Hydration Hydra Home Unit uses Solid Polymer Electrolyte/Proton Exchange Membrane (SPE/PEM) technology instead of the traditional plate system. In addition to hydrogen water, this system also provides ozone water. Install the compact system on the countertop or on the wall. 

Specifications: 

  • Uses SPE/PEM technology 
  • 3-year warranty
  • Negative ORP display
  • Also provides ozone water
  • Self-cleaning at the push of a button
  • Prefilters are available

Pros: 

  • Compact design
  • 3-year warranty 
  • Self-cleaning mode 

Cons: 

  • The technology requires mineral-rich source water to produce hydrogen, so it isn’t for all households
  • Not accredited with the BBB
  • Mineral build up in the machine requires weekly maintenance
  • Replacement filters are costly (averaging $89/each), with changes needed frequently (every 2,000 liters, or 6-12 months)

Pricing: $2,795

 

7. Life Water Life Ionizers LC-13

Life Water Life Ionizers LC-13

Life Ionizer’s LC-13 uses 13 plates for the ionization process. It’s a semi-commercial grade machine with a 450 Watt SMPS power supply. Installation of the machine is either on the countertop or under the sink.

Specifications: 

  • 13-plate technology
  • Advanced flow meter
  • 450-watt SMPS 

Pros: 

  • Custom filters
  • Free 2-day shipping 
  • Lifetime warranty

Cons: 

  • Bulky and dated design
  • While they mention 13 plates, they don’t share details on plate surface area to accurately compare with competing brands
  • The machine uses three internal filters that need regular replacement to maintain warranty compliance  

Pricing: $4,495

 

8. AlkaViva Athena H2 Water Ionizer

AlkaViva Athena H2 Water Ionizer

The AlkaViva Athena H2 is a 7-plate water ionizer with an SMPS power supply, Smart-Design Electrodes, Auto-Adjust Power feature, and proprietary Dual Automatic Reverse Cleaning (DARC) system. Installation is at the sink, with a diverter, or plumbed into the cold water line. It comes in three finish options—Two-Tone, Black, or White—suitable for various kitchen decors. 

Specifications: 

  • Automatic self-cleaning
  • 7-plate technology

Pros:

  • Compact design

Cons: 

  • AlkaViva machines do not have strong enough levels, including only 5, 7, & 9 plates. These are the smallest plates in the industry.
  • Very limited lifetime warranty (only comes with a 5-year with many stipulations). The warranty is after you pay for all labor, which enables the company to put any dollar amount on when something goes wrong.

Pricing: $2,594.99

 

9. Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0

Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0 water ionizer.

The Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0 produces water with a pH range of 4.0 to 10.0, and achieves ORP levels as low as -800. It uses 7 titanium platinum-coated plates and operates with 380W of power. The unit is covered by a 5-year limited warranty.

Specifications: 

  • Dimensions: 8.25″ (L) x 4.3″ (W) x 13″ (H)
  • Standing Weight: 8 pounds
  • Installation: Countertop, wall mount, or under sink installation with a faucet diverter
  • Plate Quantity: 7 Plates

Pros: 

  • 5 Year Warranty
  • Compact design suitable for various kitchen setups
  • Automatic cleaning, with an additional (manual) enhanced cleaning function

Cons: 

  • The pH range is lower compared to some higher-end models.
  • ORP levels are less negative compared to more advanced ionizers.
  • Limited to 7 plates, while some competitors offer models with more plates for enhanced performance.

Pricing: $1195

 

Hydrogen and Alkaline Water Benefits

Hydrogen and alkaline water are slightly different in their production, but they have amazing health benefits. It’s also important to note that without hydrogen, alkaline water offers fewer benefits, which is why it’s best when hydrogen and alkaline work together. 

 

Safe & Clean Water 

The presence of hydrogen gas gives ionized alkaline water many benefits. Ionized water is produced by electrolysis, enabling the ‘free’ and available hydrogen gas to dissolve into the water. Removing the hydrogen gas in ionized water diminishes the benefits, while adding extra hydrogen gas to the water increases the therapeutic benefits. 

Drinking hydrogen-rich alkaline water is a great way to mount a defense against free radicals, which are responsible for oxidation – or decay – within our bodies.

 

Physical Health Benefits 

There are three main health benefits of drinking ionized alkaline water. First, it’s a powerful antioxidant. People spend a significant amount of money every month purchasing antioxidants because they help to neutralize damaging free radicals. Since ionized water is a liquid antioxidant, it is absorbed easily, which makes it much more effective and less expensive.

Second, ionized water can be very alkaline. Most diets consist of extremely acidic foods, which are unhealthy over time. Having large amounts of soft drinks, fast food, and processed foods can contribute to weight gain and sluggishness. Maintaining an alkaline pH (above 7.2) helps maintain an ideal environment within the body.

Lastly, ionized alkaline water is very hydrating. It contains only five to six water molecules per cluster, while conventional water contains ten to thirteen water molecules per cluster. Alkaline water has other benefits, including:

  • Anti-aging properties
  • Immune system support
  • Hydration, skin health, and other detoxifying properties
  • Supports weight loss
  • Cancer resistance

 

Offers a Healthy Alkaline pH

The pH scale measures how acidic or basic something is on a scale of 0-14. Maintaining an alkaline pH (above 7.2) helps maintain an ideal environment within the body and can also help people lose weight. 

 

What to Consider When Choosing a Water Ionizer

Ionized water has many health benefits, and it’s best to have a machine readily available because the fresher the water, the better it is. Purchasing a water ionizer for your home is worth the investment. Once you begin to use it and take advantage of its incredible properties, you will know that you have made the right decision.

Before buying another overpriced, low-quality water ionizer, there are a few things to consider. Determine the water ionizer’s capabilities, ease of use, and customer success. Customer reviews will also tell you all you need to know about the product’s performance.

 

1. Water Ionizer Capabilities

To fully benefit from drinking alkaline hydrogen water, the water must be clean. When looking for a water ionizer, be sure to check how many filters it has and whether it can truly clean your source water of impurities and toxic contaminants.

The larger the filter, the better. The size of a water ionizer filter has a direct impact on the purity of the ionized water that pours into your glass. Water passes lengthwise through long filters, meaning the water is in contact with the filter for a longer period. The more media water has to pass through, the cleaner it is.

The Tyent UCE-13 Plus, ACE-13, and Hybrid machines come equipped with a dual 0.01-micron filtration system, the same type used in kidney dialysis machines. This advanced system removes over 200 dangerous contaminants, including heavy metals and all traces of lead from your tap water. Tyent’s filtration capabilities ensure that you get the cleanest, safest, and healthiest water possible.

 

2. Ease of Use

When considering water ionizer options for your home, they must be easy for the whole family to use. Whether it’s an on-the-counter or under-the-sink installation, each alkaline and acidic preset should have full adjustability.

Think about installation. Some water ionizers are easy to install and can be completed in 5-10 minutes. Tyent’s ionizers, such as the ACE-13, feature simple control panels and one-touch technology, making them easy enough for children, seniors, and everyone in between to operate. Additionally, Tyent’s UCE-13 Plus offers an auto-fill quantity selector and advanced self-cleaning technology, ensuring minimal effort for maintenance.

 

3. Customer Success

Customer reviews tell you a lot about a water ionizer product, the good, the bad, and the ugly. Make sure to read the customer reviews not only on the company’s site but on consumer review sites, Google, and even Amazon for unfiltered reviews. 

Customer success offers first-hand knowledge of how good the water tastes, ease of use, customer service, shipping information, warranties, and more. 

Tyent is known for its excellent customer service, accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) with an A+ rating. Tyent’s products come with a platinum lifetime warranty and a generous 75-day trial period, with a return rate of less than 1%. This level of transparency and customer support highlights Tyent’s commitment to customer satisfaction.

 

Get the Best Water Ionizer For Your Home 

We hope this blog has given you much more insight into some of the top benefits of a water ionizer and what type may be a fit for you. Do more of your own research online to feel confident in your water ionizer for your home.

At Tyent, the water ionizers are tested to the highest standards so customers can enjoy the highest quality of water. Tyent has won the approval and acclaim of the foremost national and international accreditation bodies and has been internationally recognized with standards to certify exceptional quality, service, and care.

Companies strive for an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau (BBB). The BBB’s vision is to create an ethical marketplace where buyers and sellers can trust each other. The BBB is a well-recognized and highly respected organization that rates companies based on its Standards of Trust. Tyent USA has an A+ rating from the BBB.

Also, all of Tyent’s water ionizers use FDA-approved plastics that are both food-safe and water-safe. Tyent water ionizer filters were tested and approved by a 3rd party lab for full transparency and honest results. 

 

Why Choose Tyent?

Tyent’s selection of water ionizers includes various ionization systems that take only minutes to install. They are one of the only companies in the water ionization industry to offer a 75-day trial period and a lifetime guarantee on all our exclusive systems. 

Tyent water ionizers have units with the largest, thickest, and highest-quality plates in the industry. This means a stronger pH, which makes Tyent the leader in producing the strongest negative ORP available on the market. Tyent products are medical-grade, strengthened titanium plates are dipped multiple times in platinum and baked for astonishing performance and reliable longevity.

Combined with our Tyent Solid/Mesh Hybrid plates, Tyent materials are industry-leading components that create ionized water with maximum levels of molecular hydrogen, harnessing all these beneficial properties without the need for chemicals.

 

Customer Success Stories

Don’t just take Tyent’s word for it but hear testimonials and success stories here. Here’s what people are saying..

I love my Tyent Water – the health benefits are so many, and the cleaning features are great. I have enjoyed it all for many years and am now getting younger members of the family started on it, too. I am looking forward to my birthday.  One Hundred and One on August 23, 2017.  I hope many others will enjoy Tyent Water as much as I do. -Natalie Q. Sanford, FL

“My wife and I, in spite of entering our senior years, have always enjoyed good health.  It seems as though overnight, my wife started having aches in her joints and was finding it increasingly harder to get around.  Seeing this happen to my wife prompted me to start searching for answers.  Going to a doctor would be our last resort for the reason most are prone to medication rather than finding the root cause of a problem.  I started researching the importance of diet which led me to alkaline versus acidic foods and a number of different companies selling alkaline water ionizers. It became very clear to me after much research that TyentUSA is the very best machine on the market today, in my opinion, and that was precisely what I was looking for.

In 2013, I became a TyentUSA distributor in the Nashville, TN area, and I had the pleasure of seeing many other people enjoy the benefits of TyentUSA Alkaline Water. By properly hydrating with Tyent Alkaline Water and improving her diet, my wife is pain-free and back to enjoying good health, and we have both lost over 20 lbs.” -Tom Schafer Hendersonville, TN

“I had severe atopic dermatitis that covered 85% of my face and 75% of my body. In 2009, I was diagnosed with a severe case of atopic dermatitis that covered 85% of my face and 75% of my body. I was in so much unbearable pain I was unable even to put on a t-shirt, leave the house for over a year, or attend my daughter’s birthday party. After numerous failed attempts by many doctors, I decided to take the holistic route. I knew that my immune system was in a hyperactive state, and knowing that our bodies are made up of around 75% water, my first instinct was to purchase the best water ionizer on the market. The Tyent MMP-7070 Turbo was an easy choice. 

I LOVE this machine! It’s very easy to use, and most importantly, it produces great-tasting, clean, ionized alkaline water. Plus, Tyent USA has great customer service, Wow!!! “Today, I am now living a normal life, in optimal health, and free of any skin disease!” Today, I am now living a normal life, in optimal health, and free of any skin disease! If you are truly serious about your health, the first step is to hydrate and flush out toxins with Tyent Water™. I can honestly say that Tyent Water™ not only restored my health but absolutely saved my life.” Thank You. -Jon B. Los Angeles, California 

“I play professional golf. I have played the last 2 seasons on the web.com tour. I purchased my Tyent water ionizer about a year ago and absolutely love it. I feel less sore after hard workouts and have more energy to practice hard and work on my game. I also love the fact that my whole family, including pets, receives the health benefits from drinking alkalized water. I would highly recommend a Tyent water ionizer to anybody looking to improve their health and overall wellness.” -Russell Surber, Professional Golfer Orlando, FL

 

What’s In a Glass of Premium Ionized Water? 

Tyent offers premium ionized water for all the added health benefits. Ionized water provides the body with oxygen, which offers more energy. It’s much smoother tasting than conventional water and makes for better coffee, tea, juice, etc. Ionized water can help bring the body into balance naturally by providing it with oxygen and alkalinity.

What does this mean for our customers? Every glass of Tyent Alkaline Water is: 

  • Cleaned by our world-class filters to remove over 200 contaminants 
  • Infused with thousands of bubbles of dissolved molecular hydrogen 
  • Rich with powerful antioxidants 
  • Replete with natural, bioavailable minerals 
  • Possibly the most delicious water you’ve ever tasted  

Individuals should start out drinking a lower level of strength at level one, drinking 1-3 glasses per day. If the ionized water agrees with the body, increase the amount and the level of Ionization intensity. The stronger, the better, up to 9.5 pH, but it takes time to build up to the higher levels. The antioxidant is most powerful at high levels. Some find that they experience more energy at the higher levels, but the fresher the Ionized Water is, the stronger these properties are.

Start gaining the amazing health benefits of ionized alkaline water by finding the best water ionizer today. Learn more about Tyent water ionizers to get started.

13 Best Hydrogen Water Machines [2024 Reviews]

About 45-75% of the human body is made up of water, making it one of the most important building blocks of good health. Water metabolizes and transports vital nutrients via the bloodstream to keep our cells happy and energized.

Did you know? Boosting your water with hydrogen can help to supercharge this process, thanks to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

So now you might be wondering: How do I make hydrogen water?

Investing in a hydrogen water machine is the most convenient and cost-effective way to upgrade how you hydrate. That’s why we’ve curated this in-depth guide on the best hydrogen water machines on the market.

Let’s dive in so you can step up your hydration game with the best hydrogen water.

 

What Are Hydrogen Water Machines?

Hydrogen water machines are small appliances that take regular tap water and infuse it with molecular hydrogen—a colorless, odorless, and tasteless gas with powerful antioxidant benefits. All you have to do is press a button and the machine produces fresh, hydrogen-rich water that not only hydrates but provides many health perks to the mind and body (more on those later).

Because hydrogen molecules are so small, they can easily penetrate water and stay dissolved for a while. After roughly 18-24 hours, however, they lose their potency. Investing in one of the best hydrogen water machines ensures maximum hydrogen concentration in every glass.

Hydrogen Water Generator vs Hydrogen Water Machine vs Hydrogen Water Bottle

Hydrogen water generators and hydrogen water machines are the same appliance, allowing you to produce hydrogen-rich water on demand from the comfort of your own kitchen. 

Hydrogen water bottles are a portable version of the same technology, so you can enjoy highly concentrated hydrogen water on the go, too. However, they’re not as effective as at-home hydrogen water machines, due to how easily hydrogen molecules escape (especially from containers that are plastic and not airtight).

To score the maximum therapeutic antioxidant levels from your hydrogen water, it’s best to drink it right when you make it.

 

How Hydrogen Water Machines Work

To produce hydrogen-rich water, hydrogen water machines use a process called electrolysis. Water that enters the unit is broken down into its components, hydrogen and oxygen. The oxygen is expelled, while the antioxidant-packed hydrogen bubbles are infused into the water.

There are different types of hydrogen water machines to choose from. Some models sit on your countertop, while others can be installed under your sink. Still others are more compact (like pitchers) and portable (like water bottles).

Because each type boasts its own version of the technology necessary to produce hydrogen water (and portable varieties simply aren’t as advanced), comparing them head-to-head would be counterproductive.

Bottom line: if you’re looking for a hydrogen water machine that’s built to last and consistently provides therapeutic levels of antioxidants in every sip, at-home machines (countertop or under-the-sink) are where it’s at.

But that doesn’t mean you can’t also enjoy high-quality hydrogen water on the go, as long as the bottle you store it in is either glass or stainless steel and airtight. Tyent, for example, offers water bottles specifically designed to protect the properties of hydrogen water so you can enjoy the best of both worlds.

 

Best Hydrogen Water Machines for Home

As for which of the best hydrogen water machines belong in your home, this detailed guide is here to help you make an informed decision. Whether countertop or under-the-sink or pitcher, you’re sure to find a hydrogen water generator on this list that strikes your fancy.

1. Tyent H2 Hybrid

Tyent H2 Hybrid water ionizer

The Tyent H2 Hybrid is the world’s first alkaline/hydrogen hybrid water ionizer.  It’s the only machine to offer twin cell technology, which means you’ll get the highest levels of therapeutic molecular hydrogen at every pH level—from neutral to the highest alkaline turbo level. With options for alkaline, neutral, acidic, and hydrogen water, you have full control over your hydration, and all at the touch of a button.

Like all of Tyent’s hydrogen water generators, the electrolysis chamber of the H2 Hybrid features solid/mesh hybrid medical-grade titanium plates that are dipped multiple times in platinum and baked, making them the strongest and thickest in the industry. They also provide the most surface area, resulting in maximum electrolysis capability.

What does this mean for you? The lower your water’s oxidation reduction potential (ORP) reading, the more potent its antioxidant properties. Tyent’s hydrogen water clocks in with an ORP reading of up to -1,250.

Bonus: The H2 Hybrid water ionizer has a dedicated button for hydrogen water and comes with a molecular hydrogen booster that can produce up to 1.8 ppm of hydrogen molecules. That’s equivalent to 360% of the therapeutic concentration dose!

Specifications:

  • Up to 1.8+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -1,250 ORP 
  • Xtreme molecular hydrogen boost and turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (2.5-11.0 pH range)
  • Twin cell technology and proton exchange membrane
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Dual 0.01 micron filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Automatic cleaning function
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control with H2 water button
  • Voice announce
  • 360° spin spout
  • Multi-language support
  • SMPS Plus power supply
  • Platinum lifetime warranty with zero stipulations and no fine print—includes bumper to bumper coverage of both parts and labor

Pros: 

  • Used by famous doctors, pro athletes, and celebrities
  • The only water ionizer featured on E!, FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and more
  • Alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • Acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • All Tyent water ionizers are chemical-free
  • Plates are the strongest, thickest, and provide the most surface area in the industry
  • Use Dialipure filters—the same filtration as kidney dialysis machines—that remove over 200 dangerous contaminants
  • Tyent has dozens of premium certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Trustworthy and transparent—Tyent shares third-party lab results publicly
  • Tyent is the only hydrogen water and ionizer company to offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with zero stipulations that covers both parts and labor
  • Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period, with a less than 1% return rate
  • Accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellent customer service and support, A+ rating

Cons: 

  • Can take 5-7 days to arrive
  • Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm EST

Pricing:

Order the Tyent H2 Hybrid water ionizer today!

2. Tyent UCE-13 Plus

Tyent UCE-13 Plus water ionizer in matte black

Featured on E! Channel’s “Million Dollar Homes,” Tyent’s super-lux UCE-13 Plus water ionizer is the favorite of pro athletes and celebrities. From brewing coffee to cleaning produce to making Beauty Water, its wide range of settings allows you to set the perfect pH level for every use, turbo-charging your water with the highest levels of antioxidants and molecular hydrogen possible.

Along with the rest of Tyent’s hydrogen water generators, the UCE-13 Plus is fully equipped with a dual 0.01 micron filtration system—the same type of filtration that’s used in kidney dialysis machines! The system removes over 200 dangerous contaminants, including heavy metals and 100% of lead in your tap water.

Even more impressive is how easy the unit is to use and maintain. Not only does its quantity selection function allow you to fill your go-to glasses, bottles, and pots with one tap, but its advanced self-cleaning technology ensures you’re always drinking the cleanest and best-tasting water without any hassle.

Specifications:

  • Up to 1.8+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -1,150 ORP
  • Xtreme molecular hydrogen boost and turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (1.7-12.5 pH range)
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Fully adjustable power settings with 99 presets
  • Dual 0.01 micron filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Flood prevention sensor
  • Customizable automatic cleaning
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control
  • Voice announcement
  • Smart AI self-diagnosis
  • Multi-language support
  • SMPS Plus power supply
  • Easy DP cable hook-up
  • Platinum lifetime warranty

Pros: 

  • Used by famous doctors, pro athletes, and celebrities
  • The only water ionizer featured on E!, FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and more
  • Alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • Acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • All Tyent water ionizers are chemical-free
  • Plates are the strongest, thickest, and provide the most surface area in the industry
  • Use Dialipure filters—the same filtration as kidney dialysis machines—that remove over 200 dangerous contaminants
  • Tyent has dozens of premium certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Trustworthy and transparent—Tyent shares third-party lab results publicly
  • Tyent is the only hydrogen water and ionizer company to offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with zero stipulations that covers both parts and labor
  • Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period, with a less than 1% return rate
  • Accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellent customer service and support, A+ rating

Cons: 

  • Can take 5-7 days to arrive
  • Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm EST

Pricing:

  • Matte black, limited edition: $7,495.00 On sale for $4,995.00
  • Antique bronze: $6,995.00 On sale for $4,795.00
  • Satin silver: $6,995.00 On sale for $4,795.00
  • Financing available, with payments as low as $25/month!

Order the Tyent UCE-13 Plus water ionizer today!

3. Tyent ACE-13

Tyent ACE-13 water ionizer.

Considering the Tyent ACE-13 hydrogen water machine is loaded with advanced features, it’s no wonder it was awarded Ionizer of the Year and is the #1 rated water ionizer on dozens of trusted websites.

On top of sporting the best plates in the industry, a dual 0.01 micron filtration system, quantity selection function, and customized automatic cleaning, the ACE-13 features a motion-activated flow sensor—just set it to your favorite water setting, then wave your hand for automatic water outflow. And thanks to Tyent’s exclusive Xtreme Molecular Hydrogen Boost feature, the ACE-13 can produce water with the highest levels of antioxidants and molecular hydrogen.

Its power settings are also fully adjustable, providing you with the widest range of pH settings to choose from (1.7-12.0). The result? Premium ionized water that’s rich in molecular hydrogen—and customized exactly to your liking.

Specifications:

  • Up to 1.8+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -1,150 ORP
  • Xtreme molecular hydrogen boost and turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (1.7-12.5 pH range)
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Dual 0.01 micron filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Motion-activated flow sensor
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Flood prevention sensor
  • Automatic cleaning function
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control
  • 360° spin spout
  • Multi-language support
  • SMPS Plus power supply
  • Platinum lifetime warranty

Pros: 

  • Used by famous doctors, pro athletes, and celebrities
  • The only water ionizer featured on E!, FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and more
  • Alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • Acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • All Tyent water ionizers are chemical-free
  • Plates are the strongest, thickest, and provide the most surface area in the industry
  • Use Dialipure filters—the same filtration as kidney dialysis machines—that remove over 200 dangerous contaminants
  • Tyent has dozens of premium certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Trustworthy and transparent—Tyent shares third-party lab results publicly
  • Tyent is the only hydrogen water and ionizer company to offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with zero stipulations that covers both parts and labor
  • Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period, with a less than 1% return rate
  • Accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellent customer service and support, A+ rating

Cons: 

  • Can take 5-7 days to arrive
  • Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm EST

Pricing:

Order the Tyent ACE-13 water ionizer today!

4. Tyent Edge 9 Turbo

Tyent Edge-9 Turbo water ionizer.

The Tyent Edge-9 Turbo is one of the best hydrogen water machines for small spaces. It features an alkaline/hydrogen hybrid electrolyzer, providing you with convenient access to both alkaline- and hydrogen-rich water. And unlike other ionizers that require chemicals to achieve high and low pH levels, all Tyent ionizers get the job done chemical-free.

As an added bonus, the Edge-9 Turbo comes with an H20 button for making neutral pH filtered drinking water, and two turbo modes for maximizing the molecular hydrogen and optimizing the pH levels of every pour.

Specifications:

  • Up to 1.5+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -875 ORP
  • Turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (2.5-11.5 pH range)
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Membrane multi-layer filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Automatic stop function
  • Automatic cleaning function
  • Filter replacement meter
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control
  • Voice announce
  • 360° spin spout
  • Multi-language support
  • Hybrid SMPS (8A) power supply
  • Platinum lifetime warranty

Pros: 

  • Used by famous doctors, pro athletes, and celebrities
  • The only water ionizer featured on E!, FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and more
  • Alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • Acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • All Tyent water ionizers are chemical-free
  • Plates are the strongest, thickest, and provide the most surface area in the industry
  • Use Dialipure filters—the same filtration as kidney dialysis machines—that remove over 200 dangerous contaminants
  • Tyent has dozens of premium certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Trustworthy and transparent—Tyent shares third-party lab results publicly
  • Tyent is the only hydrogen water and ionizer company to offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with zero stipulations that covers both parts and labor
  • Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period, with a less than 1% return rate
  • Accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellent customer service and support, A+ rating

Cons: 

  • Can take 5-7 days to arrive
  • Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm EST

Pricing:

Order the Tyent Edge 9 Turbo water ionizer today!

5. Hydropathy Asio

Hydropathy Asio hydrogen water machine

The Hydropathy Asio hydrogen water machine uses a proton exchange membrane (PEM) to add molecular hydrogen to water, and dual filters to remove pollutants and water contaminants. It also features a touchscreen interface, internal cleaning function, and filter status notifications.

Pros:

  • PEM technology
  • Dual filtration system
  • Touchscreen interface
  • Internal cleaning function
  • Filter change notifications
  • Stainless steel

Cons:

  • Only produces hydrogen water
  • No alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • No acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • Bulky design
  • No certifications found on the company’s website
  • A water filtration report doesn’t appear to be available
  • 5-year limited warranty
  • Company isn’t BBB Accredited

Pricing: $3,495.00

6. Healthy Hydration Hydrogen Water Machine

Healthy Hydration hydrogen water machine

Healthy Hydration’s hydrogen water machine is a portable unit that doesn’t require being hooked up to a power source. It holds 4 liters of water at a time and produces hot water on demand. It also has a built-in self-cleaning feature.

Pros:

  • Doesn’t require a power source
  • Built-in filtration system
  • Built-in self-cleaning feature
  • Holds 4 liters of water at a time
  • Produces hot water on demand

Cons:

  • Only produces hydrogen water
  • No alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • No acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • Can only use distilled water in electrolysis reservoir (distilled water is stripped of important minerals, increasing your risk of osteoporosis and fractures)
  • Refilling the machine is cumbersome and time-consuming
  • Uses UV light to kill bacteria
  • Steep learning curve
  • High-maintenance
  • No certifications found on the company’s website
  • A water filtration report doesn’t appear to be available
  • 1-year limited warranty
  • Company isn’t BBB Accredited

Pricing: $4,995.00

7. ionBottles Hydrogen Water Pitcher

ionBottles hydrogen water pitcher

With this hydrogen water pitcher by ionBottles, you can enjoy the perks of molecular hydrogen as you hydrate. It uses PEM technology and features two settings: standard and high hydrogen, which run for 10 and 15 minutes, respectively.

While the pitcher is made of borosilicate glass, making it a better storage option than plastic, hydrogen can dissipate from water as it sits—and with it, its antioxidant properties.

Pros:

  • PEM technology
  • 64 oz capacity
  • Made of borosilicate glass
  • Smart self-cleaning mode

Cons:

  • Only produces hydrogen water
  • No alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • No acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • Refilling the pitcher and waiting for hydrogen water is inconvenient and time-consuming
  • No filtration system to purify the water of contaminants
  • No certifications found on the company’s website
  • 1-year limited warranty
  • Have to pay extra fee for lifetime protection
  • Poor customer service
  • Company not BBB Accredited, F Rating

Pricing: $249.99

8. PIURIFY Water Hydrogenator

PIURIFY Water Hydrogenator

The PIURIFY Water Hydrogenator is a pitcher that uses vortex technology to infuse water with hydrogen molecules. It’s made of a BPA-free Tritan material and features two concentration settings.

However, Tritan is plastic, and storing hydrogen water in this way means the hydrogen molecules can seep out—taking with it the therapeutic levels of antioxidants you’re after.

Pros:

  • BPA-free Tritan material
  • 50 oz capacity
  • Built-in calcium sulfite filter
  • Self-cleaning function
  • Sensitive touch panel

Cons:

  • Only produces hydrogen water
  • No alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • No acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • Refilling the pitcher and waiting for hydrogen water is inconvenient and time-consuming
  • Self-cleaning function isn’t automatic
  • Plastic is the worst material to store hydrogen water in
  • Filters need to be changed at least every three months
  • A water filtration report doesn’t appear to be available
  • Company isn’t BBB Accredited

Pricing: $349.99

9. Life Ionizers LC-13

Life Ionizers LC-13 alkaline water ionizer

Life Ionizers LC-13 is a semi-commercial grade countertop water ionizer that features Molecular Hydrogen XL technology and an advanced flow meter. This, combined with the unit’s XL Matrix GRID plates and XL Power Systems, helps to produce antioxidants and alkalinity without having to slow the flow rate down.

Pros:

  • Up to -800 ORP
  • Up to 11 pH output
  • XL Matrix GRID plates
  • Dual internal filtration
  • Advanced flow meter
  • Full-color LED display
  • Automatic voice prompting
  • 450-watt SMPS power supply

Things to note: 

  • No warranty information for this model found on their website
  • Not following specific maintenance procedures can compromise warranty status
  • 75-day trial period involves a 15% restocking and shipping fee if unit is returned
  • A water filtration report doesn’t appear to be available
  • Company doesn’t appear to have very many certifications
  • Delivery times can take a few months or longer

Pricing: $4,495.00

10. Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0

Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0 water ionizer.

The Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0 features seven platinum-coated solid titanium plates and claims to produce hydrogen water with a saturation level of up to -800 ORP. However, with only 7 plates, we couldn’t reach -800 ORP in our tests. It also claims to make water with a pH range of 4.0-10.0 and offers seven optional settings, from acidic water for cleaning to alkaline water for cooking.

This unit is convertible, meaning it can either be installed on the counter or under the sink. It’s considered to be a very poor design when used as an under the sink unit, as it’s not built with the proper parts to protect the water from the effects of gravity and mixing with acidic water.

Pros:

  • Up to -800 ORP
  • 4.0-10.0 pH range
  • 7 platinum-coated solid titanium plates
  • Activated carbon filter
  • Auto-cleaning at start-up and shut-off
  • SMPS-transformer power supply

Cons:

  • Lack of plates and power puts reported hydrogen levels into question
  • Only has one small filter—unit lacks the filtration capabilities required to remove the highest level of contaminants possible, which can be harmful (especially when mixed with ionization)
  • Not built to function effectively as an under-the-sink unit
  • Under-the-sink installation option requires additional parts
  • A water filtration report doesn’t appear to be available
  • Only offers a 30-day trial period
  • 5-year limited warranty
  • After 5 years, buyer is responsible for the cost of labor to replace parts

Pricing: $1,495.00

11. Cosan/USA Pure Hydration Water Ionizer

CosanUSA Pure Hydration water ionizer.

The Pure Hydration water ionizer by Cosan/USA produces alkaline water infused with molecular hydrogen. No electricity is required, but this also means customizing the hydrogen and pH levels of your water isn’t an option. The unit connects to most faucets pretty easily.

Pros:

  • Up to -700 ORP
  • 9-9.5 pH range
  • 4-stage UF filtration system
  • Filter change alert
  • Touchless on/off sensor
  • No electricity required

Cons:

  • No alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • No acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • The filter cartridges are small—unit lacks the filtration capabilities required to remove the highest level of contaminants possible, which can be harmful (especially when mixed with ionization)
  • Not built to function effectively as an under-the-sink unit
  • Under-the-sink installation option requires additional parts
  • Isolated reports of leaks
  • No certifications found on the company’s website
  • Only offers a 30-day trial period, subject to a 20% restocking fee
  • Lifetime warranty comes with a lot of fine print
  • Company isn’t BBB Accredited

Pricing: $515.00

12. Healthy Hydration Hydra-Home Unit

Healthy Hydration Hydra-Home Unit

Healthy Hydration’s Hydra-Home Unit hydrogen water generator provides three levels of hydrogen water, purified water, and cleaning water. It also features a self-cleaning mechanism and one activated carbon filter.

Pros:

  • SPE/PEM technology
  • Up to -600 ORP
  • 6.0-9.0 pH range
  • 2 high-grade platinum/titanium plates
  • Electrode auto-cleaning function
  • 3.5” LCD screen

Cons:

  • So few plates puts reported hydrogen levels into question
  • Self-cleaning function isn’t automatic
  • Only has one filter—unit lacks the filtration capabilities required to remove the highest level of contaminants possible, which can be harmful (especially when mixed with ionization)
  • Pre-filters are available, but customization options are minimal
  • Two-stage filtration system kit costs extra
  • No certifications found on the company’s website
  • A water filtration report doesn’t appear to be available
  • No trial period
  • 3-year limited warranty
  • Company isn’t BBB Accredited

Pricing: $2,795.00

13. Life Ionizer MXL-9 Alkaline Water Ionizer Hydrogen Machine

Life Ionizer MXL-9 alkaline water ionizer hydrogen machine

The Life Ionizer MXL-9 sports XL Matrix GRID plates to produce hydrogen and alkaline water. The unit’s XL chambers increase the contact time that water has with the ionizer plates while reducing the odds of ionization chamber breakage.

Pros:

  • MicroMembrane technology
  • Up to -811 ORP
  • 2.0-11.5 pH range
  • XL Matrix GRID plates
  • Self-cleaning feature
  • 504-watt XL Power SMPS power supply

Things to note:

  • Not following specific maintenance procedures can compromise warranty status
  • 75-day trial period involves a 15% restocking and shipping fee if unit is returned
  • A water filtration report doesn’t appear to be available
  • Company doesn’t appear to have very many certifications
  • Delivery times can take a few months or longer

Pricing:

  • Countertop install: $2,497.00
  • Under-the-sink install: $5,494.00

 

Benefits of Drinking Hydrogen Infused Water

Drinking hydrogen-infused water can benefit your health and lifestyle in many ways, including:

Hydration Boost

Hydrogen molecules are extremely small, and when dissolved in water, turn that water into supercharged hydration for your body.

Aging Support

Oxidative stress (an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants in the body) is a common cause of lifestyle-related diseases and the aging process. The more free radicals swirling around, the more oxidative damage.

Being that hydrogen water is packed with antioxidants, it can help to balance the scales on free radical damage and slow down aging.

Weight Loss

Hydrogen water can improve how your body functions, helping to boost your metabolism, reduce inflammation, and lower insulin resistance, all of which can support weight loss.

Athletic Performance

Hydrogen water may improve endurance and reduce muscle fatigue by reducing inflammation and slowing the accumulation of lactic acid in the blood.

Other Benefits of Hydrogen Water

When you adjust the pH level of your hydrogen water to make it more alkaline or acidic, this further expands the ways it can improve your health and lifestyle.

Increase the pH of your drinking water to more alkaline, and experience more energy and stamina and stronger immunity. Or, use alkaline water for cooking, washing produce, and tenderizing meat.

Tyent offers more pH levels than any other ionizer, including those perfect for producing Beauty Water—use it as a toner to give your skin a radiant glow, detangle your hair, and smooth down frizz. You can even produce super-acidic water and use it to disinfect your home without harmful chemicals.

 

What to Look For in Hydrogen Water Machines

When choosing the best hydrogen water machine for your home, there are a few important factors to consider.

1. Ease of Use

Choose a hydrogen water machine that’s simple to operate and maintain. All of Tyent’s hydrogen water machines offer a variety of user-friendly features, such as one-touch technology, jog dial controls, voice guidance, auto-fill selectors, filter change reminders, and automatic self-cleaning.

They also come fully equipped with a dual filtration system that removes over 200 dangerous contaminants, including heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, and 100% of lead in your tap water. Between the real-time filter usage indicator and new front-load filter access panel, making sure you’re always drinking the cleanest and healthiest water in the world has never been easier.

And if you ever run into trouble? Tyent’s customer service is unmatched. Not only does Tyent have an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau for excellent customer service and support, but they also offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with no fine print or stipulations.

2. Highly Customizable

Finding a hydrogen water machine that can provide high concentrations of hydrogen molecules is the tip of the iceberg. You also want to choose a machine that offers flexible filtration options and settings, so you can customize it to suit your source water and personal preferences.

In addition to Tyent’s ultra-plus filtration, which uses a .01 micron filtration level (the same as what’s used in kidney dialysis machines!), a variety of pre-filters are available to improve the quality of your source water. With 55 adjustable power settings, you can create the perfect glass of hydrogen water according to your personal taste—without chemicals.

3. Happy Customers

Look for reputable brands known for quality care and service. Start by checking out the warranty period, trial period, and return policies the company offers, then check third-party websites for product reviews.

Not only does Tyent offer customers a hassle-free, lifetime warranty, but a generous 75-day trial period to make sure you’re 100% satisfied with your purchase.

You can also find many happy customer reviews on third-party sites, such as the Better Business Bureau, Facebook, and ResellerRatings.

4. Top Certifications

Certifications help to ensure that the hydrogen water machine you’re buying has been tested rigorously and is safe for you to use. Plus, the more certifications a water ionizer company has (and the more transparent they are about sharing them), the more confident you can be that the machine you’re buying is of the highest quality.

Tyent has all top certifications and their machines meet international safety, environmental, and health standards.

5. Increases pH

If you find a hydrogen water machine that can also increase the pH of your water to alkaline, that’s an added bonus. When your hydrogen water is also alkaline, this can help to neutralize and flush acidic waste from your body. 

The result? Accelerated fat loss, improved mental clarity, and a more balanced internal environment, are among the many benefits of alkaline water.

Tyent hydrogen water machines double as a water ionizer, calibrating the pH of your water to make it more alkaline and giving you the best of both worlds.

 

More About Hydrogen Water Machines & Generators

Still have questions about hydrogen water machines and generators? Let’s dig in.

What is a hydrogen concentration test?

Hydrogen concentration tests are used to assess water after hydrogenation, visually confirming the presence of molecular hydrogen in your water. It’s a super-convenient way to make sure your hydrogen water machine is doing as promised.

The tests come in two formats: strips and drops. The former involves dipping a test strip in your hydrogen water and reading a detailed color chart to determine the results; the latter counting the number of drops used before your water starts turning blue. Multiply the number of drops by 100 ppb and that’s the concentration of dissolved hydrogen in your water.

Can you drink too much hydrogen water?

Hydrogen-rich water is mostly considered safe, with no to minimal side effects, per a 2024 review published in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences. Drinking too much water is rarely a problem for healthy, well-nourished adults—marathon runners and other elite athletes are usually the ones most at risk of water intoxication.

Generally, people assigned male at birth need about 3.7L (15.5 cups) of fluids per day, while people assigned female at birth require roughly 2.7L (11.5 cups). These estimations cover fluids from water, other drinks, and food, according to the Mayo Clinic. About 20% of daily fluid intake usually comes from food and the rest from drinks.

Where you live, how active you are, and your overall health also influence how many fluids you should drink. When in doubt, listen to your body: If your pee is clear, your fluid intake is probably too high and you should cut back.

What is the best hydrogen water machine?

That’s easy: the Tyent H2 Hybrid is the world’s first alkaline/hydrogen hybrid water ionizer and the best hydrogen water machine. It features a dedicated button for hydrogen water and comes with a molecular hydrogen booster that can produce up to 1.8 ppm of hydrogen molecules and -1,250 ORP—the equivalent to 360% of the therapeutic concentration dose!

Other top-notch picks include the Tyent UCE-13 Plus and ACE-13 hydrogen water machines, both of which are favorites amongst famous doctors, professional athletes, and celebrities. They’re also the only water ionizers to be featured on E! Channel’s “Homes of the Future,” FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and many more.

Is hydrogen water good for the kidneys?

Further research is needed to make it official, but early findings suggest that hydrogen water can help to prevent kidney drama by reducing oxidative stress. It may also play a role in slowing the progression of kidney diseases by combating inflammation and fibrosis.

Is Kangen water the same as hydrogen water?

Kangen water does contain hydrogen, but as a byproduct of electrolysis, not because the company’s water ionizers specifically focus on producing hydrogen water.

Tyent water ionizers, on the other hand, double as hydrogen water machines. The water contains the highest concentration of molecular hydrogen in the water ionizers industry and some of the machines come with a molecular hydrogen booster that can produce up to 1.8+ ppm of hydrogen molecules (compared to Kangen’s 1-1.6 ppm).

In fact, with Tyent’s Hybrid model, you can have maximum levels of molecular hydrogen at any alkaline pH level.

How many glasses of hydrogen water should you drink a day?

How many glasses of hydrogen water you should drink each day depends on several factors, such as your age, weight, activity level, and the climate where you live. The general recommendation is to drink one ounce of hydrogen water for every two pounds of body weight—so if you weigh 130 pounds, it’s suggested that you drink 65 ounces of hydrogen water daily for optimal health benefits.

 

Try the Best Hydrogen Water Machine

Incorporating antioxidant-rich hydrogen water into your daily routine is one of the most convenient ways to maximize hydration and recharge your health in the process. Cue more energy, stamina, and mental clarity than you’ve ever thought possible.

Start enjoying the many benefits of hydrogen water by investing in a Tyent water ionizer.

Order your Tyent water ionizer today!

6+ Best Medical Grade Water Ionizers [2025]

Key Takeaways:

  • Medical-grade water has undergone extensive purification to remove contaminants.
  • A medical-grade water ionizer creates contaminant-free water while adding all the benefits of alkaline and hydrogen water.
  • Medical-grade hydrogen-rich alkaline water boosts antioxidants, reduces inflammation, and improves athletic performance, cardiovascular health, and mental health.
  • Tyent ionizers use filters with the same filtration level as kidney dialysis machines and medical-grade electrode plates to remove more than 200 contaminants and enrich alkaline water with the most molecular hydrogen of any ionizer.

Approximately half of the population worries about contaminants in their water and its safety. A medical-grade water ionizer offers a solution, providing advanced purification while enhancing the water with additional health benefits.

What’s the best medical-grade water ionizer? Let’s explore some of the top medical-grade water ionizers available today.

What is Medical-Grade Water?

Medical-grade water is water that has undergone extensive purification to remove bacteria, viruses, and other contaminants. It’s safe enough to be used in a variety of medical applications. 

What is a Medical-Grade Water Ionizer?

A medical-grade water ionizer is a machine capable of removing contaminants and creating ultra-filtered water that’s safe for medical use. Ionizers also add additional benefits to water by alkalizing it. Some ionizers, like Tyent’s ionizers, also add molecular hydrogen to the water for even more medical benefits

A medical-grade water ionizer is a device designed to remove contaminants from water, producing ultra-filtered water that meets high safety and quality standards. In addition to purification, these machines ionize water to increase its alkalinity, which offers health benefits. 

Certain models, such as Tyent’s ionizers, also infuse the water with molecular hydrogen, which provide additional health advantages.

How Do Medical-Grade Water Ionizers Work?

Medical-grade water ionizers use advanced filtration and electrolysis to create ultra-filtered alkaline water. When water enters the ionizer, it’s directed toward the machine’s filters. Tyent ionizers feature 0.01-micron filters, which offer the same filtration as a kidney dialysis machine.

Next, the water enters the electrolysis chamber and flows over electrode plates. These plates separate the water into alkaline and acidic streams. The acidic water is discarded, while the alkaline water is directed toward where it can be consumed by the user. 

Tyent uses medical-grade electrode plates made from a unique solid/mesh hybrid titanium and dipped multiple times in platinum and baked, resulting in the strongest and thickest plates in the industry. They also have the most surface area. The higher the surface area, the stronger the electrolysis capability. 

During this process, Tyent ionizers also infuse the water with the most molecular hydrogen of any ionizer on the market. This hydrogen-rich alkaline water has many health benefits, from blood sugar regulation to immunity support.

Medical-Grade Water Ionizer Benefits

What are the benefits of the hydrogen-rich alkaline water produced by a medical-grade water ionizer? Let’s talk about how this water supports your health.

Boosts Antioxidants

Alkaline water is rich in antioxidants, which attack the free radicals or oxidizing molecules in your body that wreak havoc on your cells. Tyent ionizers have the lowest oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) in the industry. The lower the ORP, the more antioxidant properties your alkaline water has. 

That water becomes even more beneficial for your health when infused with molecular hydrogen. One study found that hydrogen water drinkers see nearly a 40% increase in helpful antioxidants while also experiencing a 43% decrease in other harmful substances in the body. 

Tyent ionizers produce alkaline water with the most molecular hydrogen of any ionizer available, giving you water with the biggest antioxidant boost.

Reduces Inflammation

When free radicals damage the body, those damaged cells signal for immune cells to come and respond to the injury, resulting in inflammation. Multiple studies have found that drinking alkaline water lowers oxidative stress and inflammatory markers. One study found that these effects are especially potent when alkaline water has high rates of molecular hydrogen.

Improves Athletic Performance

Studies show that drinking alkaline water enhances athletic performance. When muscles are worked out, the level of lactic acid becomes too concentrated in the blood, leading to decreased energy levels, muscle weakness, and overall impaired performance. Alkaline water helps to neutralize the lactic acid build-up. Athletes around the world trust Tyent as their go-to way to get medical-grade alkaline water.

Improves Cardiovascular Health

Studies suggest that consuming alkaline water may help lower blood pressure. Additionally, alkaline water’s ability to fight oxidative stress and inflammation can improve cardiovascular health as these factors are tied to heart disease.

Improves Mental Health

Alkaline water has been shown to be more hydrating than water alone, and hydration is key for cognitive functioning. Dehydration can lead to poor memory, fatigue, low mood, loss of concentration, headaches, and confusion. Hydrogen water adds more benefits, as one study found that after four weeks of consuming hydrogen water, participants experienced less anxiety and better overall mood levels.

Best Medical-Grade Water Ionizers

If you’re looking to add a medical-grade water ionizer to your home, these machines are considered the best medical-grade water ionizers available today.

1. Tyent

Tyent ACE-13 water ionizer.

Tyent’s award-winning medical-grade ionizers stand above the rest as the only ionizers using solid/mesh hybrid medical-grade titanium plates that are dipped multiple times in platinum and baked, resulting in the strongest and thickest plates of any ionizer. They also have the most surface area, giving them maximum electrolysis capability and giving you more molecular hydrogen than any other ionizer on the market. 

These ionizers use 0.01-micron filtration, which is the same filtration level as kidney dialysis machines, allowing you to rid your water of more than 200 contaminants. For even more medical benefits, Tyent ionizers also have the lowest oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) in the industry. The lower the ORP, the higher the water’s antioxidant properties and the better the immune support.

Specifications:

  • Up to 1.8+ parts per million (PPM) molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -1250 mV ORP
  • 0.01-micron filtration
  • Solid/mesh medical-grade, strengthened titanium plates dipped in platinum multiple times
  • Multiple pH level options
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Auto-fill quantity sensor
  • Flood prevention sensor
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control
  • Automatic cleaning
  • Multi-language support
  • Platinum lifetime warranty

Pros: 

  • Used by famous doctors, pro athletes, and celebrities
  • The only water ionizer featured on E!, FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and more
  • Alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • Acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • All Tyent water ionizers are chemical-free
  • Plates are the strongest, thickest, and provide the most surface area in the industry
  • Use Dialapure filters—the same filtration as kidney dialysis machines—that remove over 200 dangerous contaminants
  • Tyent has dozens of premium certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Trustworthy and transparent—Tyent shares third-party lab results publicly
  • Tyent is the only hydrogen water and ionizer company to offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with zero stipulations that covers both parts and labor
  • Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period with a less than 1% return rate
  • Accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellent customer service and support, A+ rating

Cons: 

  • Can take 5-7 days to arrive
  • Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9 am to 6 pm EST

Pricing: 

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2. Nexus X-Blue Water Ionizer

Nexus X-Blue Water Ionizer

Photo courtesy of Alkaline Water Plus

The Nexus X-Blue Water Ionizer has five platinum-coated titanium plates and is certified as medical grade in Korea. It is not designed to be installed under the sink and is meant to be mounted on a wall or placed on a countertop.

Specifications:

  • Internal mini-computer to monitor alkalinity
  • Self-diagnostic system
  • Voice indicator alerts
  • Filter indicator light
  • Automatic shut off
  • Low water pressure alarm

Pros: 

  • pH settings
  • 5.0 to 10.0 pH range
  • Max output 2 to 3 liters per minute

Cons: 

  • Bulky design
  • Claims to have a low ORP but only goes as low as -770 mV (Tyent ionizers go as low as -1,250 mv)
  • No official website for Nexus, which makes it challenging to find information or replacement filters
  • Claims to be an LG brand, but LG says they do not have water ionizers

Pricing: $995

3. Echo Ultimate Hydrogen Water Machine

Echo Ultimate Hydrogen Water Machine

Photo courtesy of Echo

The Echo Ultimate Hydrogen Water Machine makes four types of water: hydrogen, filtered, acidic, and alkaline. It has five levels of filtration and can be installed under or above the sink.

Specifications:

  • Multi-language support
  • Full-color touchscreen
  • Voice prompts
  • Automatic filter replacement notification

Pros: 

  • Up to 1.65 ppm of molecular hydrogen
  • Four types of water
  • Five filtration stages
  • Up to -500 mV ORP

Cons: 

  • Among the most expensive ionizers on the market
  • ORP is significantly higher than many other ionizers
  • Echo’s parent company is not BBB accredited and has numerous complaints

Pricing: $5,749.98

4. Enagic LeveLuk SD501 Platinum

Enagic LeveLuk SD501 Platinum

Photo courtesy of Enagic

The Enagic LeveLuk SD501 Platinum is a water ionizer with an electrolysis chamber, LCD panel, and seven platinum-plated titanium electrode plates. It has an automatic cleaning mode and alerts users when it’s time to change filters.

Specifications:

  • LCD panel
  • Voice prompts
  • Platinum-plated titanium electrodes
  • Multi-language support
  • Automatic cleaning
  • Smart Filter technology

Pros: 

  • 2.5 – 11.5 pH range
  • Generates five water types

Cons: 

  • ORP is higher than many other ionizers
  • Requires chemical enhancer for best results
  • Lacks the smart features of today’s ionizers
  • Number and size of electrode plates are smaller than many other ionizers
  • Limited warranty

Pricing: $5,499

5. AlkaViva Athena H2 Water Ionizer

AlkaViva Athena H2 Water Ionizer

Photo courtesy of AlkaViva

The AlkaViva Athena H2 Water Ionizer has seven Smart-Design Electrode plates. It includes an Auto-Adjust Power feature and a Dual Automatic Reverse Cleaning system. It can be installed at the sink with a diverter or plumbed into the cold water line.

Specifications:

  • H2 infusion technology
  • In-line sediment filter
  • Automatic cleaning
  • Real-time flow control system
  • LCD screen

Pros: 

  • 150-watt maximum power
  • pH over 10.0
  • ORP under -600 mV

Cons: 

  • Smallest plates of any ionizer company
  • Very limited lifetime warranty

Pricing: $2,594.99

6. Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0

Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0 water ionizer.

Photo courtesy of Aqua Ionizer Pro

The Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0 uses seven titanium platinum-coated plates. It comes with an installation kit with an included Diverter Kit that fits most faucets. Under-the-sink installation is also available.

Specifications:

  • Activated carbon filter
  • Descaling agent
  • Wall mounting kit
  • Diverter kit
  • Flexible metal spout

Pros: 

  • 4.0 – 10.0 pH range
  • -800 mV ORP
  • 380-watt power
  • Seven electrode plates
  • 4 liters per minute flow rate

Cons: 

  • Limited warranty
  • Difficult rescaling process
  • Customers report flow rate is lower than advertised
  • Lacks many of the smart features of today’s ionizers

Pricing: $1,495

Learn More About Medical-Grade Water Ionizers

Still curious about medical-grade water ionizers? These commonly asked questions can help.

Is a water ionizer good for health?

A water ionizer is good for your health, as the alkaline water it produces boosts immunity support, energy levels, mood levels, and much more. With the lowest ORP and the most molecular hydrogen of any ionizer on the market, Tyent stands above the rest with the most health benefits.

What to look for when buying a water ionizer?

When buying a water ionizer, buyers should look for advanced filtration, electrode plates with high surface area, and flexible pH options. They should also consider whether the product has a trial period and a lifetime warranty. 

In addition to having the same filtration capability as a kidney dialysis machine and electrode plates with the highest surface area in the industry, Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period (though less than 1% of users ever return their Tyent ionizer), as well as an unlimited lifetime warranty.

Is there such a thing as medical-grade water?

There is such a thing as medical-grade water. This water has gone through extensive purification processes and is considered safe to use for medical applications.

What is the healthiest water to drink in the world?

The healthiest and best water to drink is hydrogen-rich alkaline water from a Tyent ionizer. This water is free from more than 200 contaminants. In addition to advanced filtration that ensures clean and safe water, Tyent water is rich in antioxidants and provides enhanced hydration, supporting everything from cognitive function to blood pressure regulation.

Choose the Best Medical-Grade Water Ionizer

Medical-grade water ionizers provide an advanced solution for those looking for purified, safe water with added health benefits. Tyent ionizers, in particular, stand out by utilizing medical-grade electrode plates to produce the highest levels of molecular hydrogen found in any ionizer. Additionally, their 0.01-micron filters effectively remove over 200 contaminants, ensuring your water is as clean and pure as possible. 

By investing in a Tyent ionizer, you can start drinking water that not only nourishes your body but also supports your overall health, offering enhanced hydration and wellness benefits that go beyond basic filtration.

Get started with your own Tyent ionizer!

Life Ionizer Review and Alternatives [2024]

drinking water

Life Ionizer is a brand that promises premium alkaline water quality. However, before purchasing anything from this company, customers should be well informed about whether their claims are accurate.

With the evolution of technology, changes in consumer needs, and some of the controversies surrounding water ionizers by Life Ionizer, a careful evaluation of the brand’s offerings is necessary. Let’s discover the truth about Life Ionizer’s products and explore its safer alternatives in this Life Ionizer review.

 

What is Life Ionizer?

Life Ionizer is a water ionizer brand. The manufacturer claims that Life Ionizer’s products feature innovative technology to filtrate contaminated water into clean drinking water with higher alkalinity.

What is less known is the controversy surrounding its brand name changes. Originally, they launched as Earth Trade Water and later rebranded to Alkafresh before adopting the current name. This frequent name change and use of other deceptive marketing strategies has raised concerns about their transparency and stability. We discuss the controversies later in this guide to help potential users get a clearer picture of Life Ionizer.

Understanding the implications of their strategies and evaluating their product quality is essential to determining whether they’re the right choice or if it’s safer to go with an alternative.

 

What to Know Before Buying a Life Ionizer Machine

Before buying a Life Ionizer product, these are the critical factors you should know:

1. Worst BBB Rating in the Industry

Life Ionizer, formerly Earth Trade Water and Alkafresh, has a low reputation, including a previous F rating from the BBB

The low rating reflects the complaints about false advertisement, improper customer service, and deceptive efforts. 

Their rebranding through name changes hasn’t resolved these problems and has contributed to many unsatisfied customers.

2. False Hydrogen Level Claims

Life Ionizer regularly emphasizes high molecular hydrogen levels of Life ionizers; however, these are misleading claims. 

Testing has revealed that the brand manipulates results using excessive water, resulting in false hydrogen level measurements. 

According to the Molecular Hydrogen Foundation, these practices undermine the validity of such claims and cast doubt on the effectiveness and quality of the products.

3. Super Thin Grid, Mesh Plates

Life Ionizer’s grid and mesh plates are thin which can cause problems with effectiveness and durability. 

The thinness contributes to reduced ionization and a shorter lifespan. 

This flaw may affect the machine’s overall performance, potentially leading to a more frequent need for repairs, replacements, and additional costs.

4. Deceptive Payment Plan Contract

Life Ionizer’s payment plan contracts have a no-return policy upon signed agreement. This strict policy traps buyers into keeping a product they may not be entirely satisfied with.

With this in mind, buyers should carefully read and understand the purchasing policies before a final decision.

5. Hardly Any Dealers Sell Their Machines

This brand has a notorious reputation for undercutting dealers.

They often sell directly to customers at lower prices and bypass their dealers, reducing dealer support, availability, and distribution of their products. 

Also, Life Ionizer has been associated with www.waterionizerexpert.com, a site that looks independent but is used to market Life Ionizer as the superior water ionizer manufacturer. 

This undermines their credibility and reveals their misleading and deceptive marketing strategies.

 

Life Ionizer Review 

Though they claim to offer state-of-the-art technology and exceptional water ionization devices, a closer inspection reveals less desirable aspects of their products and major drawbacks.

Products 

Life Ionizer products are focused on water treatment and the range includes:

  • Whole-home filtration systems
  • Alkaline water ionizers
  • Water filters 

Pros

Potential Life Ionizer buyers should research the basic specifications and features they are paying for. Here are some possible benefits:

  • Adjustable alkaline levels: Their ionizer enables setting the desired alkalinity level. This is a standard feature that’s available in most water ionizers.
  • Several filtration stages: Some Life Ionizer machines have multiple filtration stages to extract specific impurities like chlorine and heavy metals from contaminated water. However, this feature is already seen in other water purification machines.
  • Compact design: The brand’s ionizers fit on most kitchen countertops. This isn’t groundbreaking or unique to this brand; it’s a common practice to ensure these machines can be used in smaller spaces.
  • Digital features: Life Ionizer water purification machines feature digital interfaces that reveal details like the water’s pH levels and other operational settings. This is not an exclusive feature of this brand; other water purification machines have it, too. 

Cons

Despite Life Ionizer’s claims of their ionizer machines’ greatness for water purification, some drawbacks raise concerns about their reliability, quality, and performance. 

These are the main reasons why consumers should think twice before investing in their products:

  • Misleading claims: Life Ionizer is known to manipulate test results using large amounts of water to increase the hydrogen readings. The Molecular Hydrogen Foundation has debunked their claims about high molecular hydrogen levels. 
  • Poor reputation: Life Ionizer, previously known as Earth Trade Water and Alkafresh, has damaged its reputation due to numerous complaints about unethical practices and false advertising. They hold one of the worst BBB ratings and have tried to sidestep these problems through deceptive rebranding tactics.
  • Infective UV lighting: Life Ionizer’s UV technology is ineffective and more of a marketing gimmick than an effective feature. Namely, the small bulb doesn’t provide the needed exposure time to ensure proper sterilization and may need replacement.
  • Thin grid and mesh plates: The grid and mesh plates are thin. As such, they’re likely to wear out quicker, making the machine less effective, reliable, and long-lasting. 
  • No respect for dealers: They tend to undercut dealers on price which has caused many dealers to avoid collaborating with the brand. Life Ionizer’s products are not as available through traditional retailers as they once were. As a result, customers’ access to Life ionizers and proper support and service is limited.
  • Strict payment contracts: The payment plan contracts of this brand are limiting and don’t offer return options once the agreement is signed. If customers are unsatisfied with a Life Ionizer product, they can’t return it. 

Life Ionizer Pricing 

Life Ionizer machines can get expensive, with the alkaline water Life ionizers being priced between $1,500 and $3,500. The final price depends on the model and properties. 

The whole home systems and water filters cost much more than alternatives by other brands. The former ranges between $3,000 and $6,000 and the latter can cost anywhere from $200 to $800.

Potential buyers should consider whether the value, effectiveness, and quality justify the high costs of Life Ionizer products, especially if the concerns about the brand are taken into account.

Life Ionizer Customer Reviews 

Life Ionizer customer feedback is mixed. Many users have expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of the machines and customer service.

For instance, one customer left a review stating that although the company accepted her payment, the product never showed up. She spoke to several people from the company who told her they’d send a similar product since the one she ordered was out of stock, but she didn’t receive that either. She’s been waiting for two months and has started to believe that this company is a scam. 

Another customer said that the product he ordered arrived quickly, but the countertop faucet attachment was damaged in shipping. 

 

Life Ionizer Alternatives 

Given the controversies surrounding Life Ionizer’s practices, products, and customer service, finding alternatives is vital. 

Many premium water ionization and filtration machines offer stellar customer service and better value for money. 

These are some of the stronger Life Ionizer alternatives worth buying:

1. Tyent Water Ionizers

tyent logo

Tyent Water Ionizers are trusted water ionizer manufacturers. They combine innovative technologies and superior design to meet customers’ needs for water purification and sustainability. 

Their products feature XTREME Molecular Hydrogen Boost, Hybrid Medical-Grade Titanium Plates dipped in platinum, and premium Dual .01 Micron Filtration used in kidney dialysis. 

Their ionizers offer features like Automatic Self-Cleaning, Remote Control, and Flood Prevention Sensors. They’re convenient for households and businesses, boast an easy installation, and deliver exceptional results with each filtration. 

Each purchase comes with a lifetime warranty and ISO 14001 and 9001 certifications, attesting to a continuous commitment to the highest quality and customer satisfaction. Thanks to the well-established distribution network and good collaboration with retailers, Tyent’s products are available globally.

The therapeutic levels of hydrogen in the water filtered in a Tyent ionizer are believed to provide amazing benefits such as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, better athletic performance, and cellular protection.

Tyent Water Ionizers

Products: 

  • UCE-13 Plus “Matte Black” Limited Edition 
  • UCE-13 Plus “Antique Bronze”
  • UCE-13 Plus “Satin Silver”
  • ACE 13 Xtreme Ionizer 
  • H2 Hybrid Ionizer 
  • Edge 9 Turbo Ionizer 

Enjoy the highest hydration levels with Tyent water ionizers. They purify water from toxins and enrich it with therapeutic levels of molecular hydrogen, providing great health advantages. 

Explore Tyent water ionizers now to reap the benefits of water purification starting today!

2. AlkaViva

AlkaViva logo

AlkaViva water ionizers provide water purification systems with up to nine plates, but their potency is lower than that of alternatives. 

The lower plate count reduces the machine’s capacity to produce therapeutic levels of molecular hydrogen, a major health benefit.

The single ultrafilter is claimed to eliminate 99.9% of pollutants; however, it’s still less than the percentage of multi-stage filtration systems.

Most of their products come with a 3-year warranty compared to other options like Tyent Water Ionizers that offer a lifetime warranty, potentially reducing customer satisfaction.

Products & pricing 

  • Delphi H2 Undersink Water Ionizer:$3,494.99
  • Vesta H2 Alkaline Water Ionizer-Countertop:$3,194.00
  • Athena H2 Water Ionizer:$2,594.99
  • Melody II Water Ionizer-Countertop:$1,7994.99

Cons

  • Don’t produce therapeutic levels of molecular hydrogen due to small plates 
  • The filtration system may not be as powerful as alternative multi-stage systems 
  • Alkaviva only offers a limited 3-year warranty for some of their products
  • They lack premium features like strong power output, customization, enhanced cleaning, etc. 

3. Enagic Water (Kangen Water)

Enagic Water

Enagic’s Kangen water ionizers have outdated technology from 1999 and still are not very affordable. They work on transformer power supply and there’s no option to set the needed power for the desired mineral content of the water. 

They cannot produce therapeutic levels of molecular hydrogen due to insufficient plates. These ionizers have a single 20-micron carbon filter. 

Enagic machines require chemicals like sodium hypochlorite and sodium chloride for the electrolysis. The installation may be more complex due to the need for chemicals. 

Products & pricing 

  • LeveLuk K8 Water Ionizer:$3000-$5000, depending on retailer 
  • LeveLuk SD 501 Water Ionizer:$3900-$5000, depending on retailer 
  • LeveLuk SD 501 Platinum Water Ionizer:$4000-$5000, depending on the retailer
  • LeveLuk JrIV Water Ionizer:$2980-$3,280, depending on the retailer 
  • LeveLuk R Water Ionizer:$1,980-2,280, depending on the retailer 

Cons

  • Relies on outdated technology
  • Lacks innovative features 
  • Small plate size and number
  • Only one filter 
  • Requires the use of sodium chloride and sodium hypochlorite
  • Limited 3- to 5-year warranty (a mandatory professional cleaning in the first year to keep the warranty) 
  • High prices don’t correspond with the real value of the machines (the money goes to MLM commissions)
  • Replacement costs for parts and filters add to the overall expense

 

More About Life Ionizer Water

Hydrogen-rich water from Life Ionizer machines is deemed the healthiest because of the brand’s innovative approach to water ionization. 

This Life Ionizer review shows that the brand uses foul business practices and their products’ quality and effectiveness are highly questionable. 

What is the difference between Life Ionizer and Kangen?

Life Ionizer and Kangen differ in technology and ionization. 

The former uses more advanced filters and several plates to maximize the levels of molecular hydrogen. 

The latter uses less advanced technology, fewer plates, and requires the addition of chemicals. Kangen’s prices are unjustifiably high due to MLM commissions whereas Life Ionizer doesn’t rely on this type of marketing.

What is the best water ionizer? 

The best machine for hydrogen-rich water depends on the budget, preferred features, and health goals.

Water ionizer experts recommend choosing ionizers with high levels of plates, sufficient power output, and innovative filtration systems capable of removing most toxins. 

Compared to Life Ionizer and other brands, Tyent ionizers stand out because of their impressive performance, excellent durability, and premium features that guarantee therapeutic levels of hydrogen.

What is the difference between a water filter and a water ionizer?

Water filters eliminate contaminants like heavy metals, bacteria, and chlorine. On the other hand, ionizers filter water and change its pH levels via electrolysis.

This divides the water into alkaline and acidic streams. The former is abundant in molecular hydrogen which is believed to possess certain health benefits. 

Unlike Life Ionizer’s machines that claim advanced filtration and ionization, other ionizers like Tyent’s are more comprehensive and reliable, with a long list of innovative features for wholesome water treatment. 

What is the process of the water ionizer?

This process includes water filtration to eliminate contaminants. Then, the water goes through electrolysis by passing through the plates with an electric current.

This divides the water into two streams, i.e. alkaline and acidic. Alkaline water contains molecular hydrogen and hydroxyl ions and is praised for its antioxidant properties. Acidic water may be used for disinfection and cleaning. 

To determine how efficient a water ionizer is, it’s essential to consider the power through the number of plates and their size.

 

The Bottom Line: Life Ionizer vs Tyent 

Tyent water ionizers stand out because of their unmatched efficiency and advanced technology. 

While our Life Ionizer review shows they use older technology and deceptive marketing, Tyent offers exceptional features like multi-level filtration, medical-grade plates, and XTREME molecular hydrogen boost.

The brand is dedicated to innovation in water purification and provides top-notch customer service. 

With Tyent products, you get durable and efficient water ionizers created for straightforward installation and customer-friendly policies such as a free trial period of 75 days and a lifetime warranty.

Discover the benefits of Tyent’s state-of-the-art water ionizers today!

 

Tyent USA 

Before deciding on the most affordable life water ionizer for your home or business, consider where you will place it, how you plan to use it, and your budget. And, consider the controversies surrounding this brand.

Tyent’s wide array of quality and innovative water ionizers are easy to install and come with a 75-day trial period and a lifetime guarantee on the exclusive systems. Tyent machines are designed with sustainability in mind and possess the power and multi-filtration systems needed to produce oxygen-rich water with therapeutic hydrogen levels.

9 Best alkaline water filter systems and machines [2024]

An alkaline water filter system or machine can be good for your body—and your budget. Rather than spending hundreds per year on bottled water—only to drink something that could hurt your body and is already hurting the environment—you can drink water that’s rehydrating, refueling, and remineralizing for your body. 

Research suggests that alkaline water may have far-reaching health effects, including improving bone density, blood flow, and DNA aging markers. With an alkaline water filter system or machine, you can get all these benefits and more with ease. But how do you know which model is right for you? 

In this article, we’ll discuss how alkaline water filter systems and machines work and where to find the best on the market.

 

What is an alkaline water filter system or machine? 

Alkalinity refers to where your water sits on the pH scale. Pure water on its own sits at seven and is considered neutral, whereas water that’s gone through an alkaline water filter system or machine has a higher number and is considered basic or alkaline.

Alkaline water systems often begin as water filtration systems. From there, after removing contaminants, they treat the water with minerals. Minerals are often removed during the filtering process, which is why this second step is so crucial to ensuring your water is getting back the healthy minerals you need.

Alkaline water filter machines, or ionizers, work slightly differently. These machines separate alkaline and acidic water by using electrolysis to split the water molecules to make ionized and oxidized water. This process gives you back hydrogen in your ionized water, which is where many of the benefits of alkaline water come from. 

 

Benefits of using alkaline water filter systems

There are many benefits to using alkaline water, including: 

Safe, clean water

Whether you use the best water ionizer or the best alkaline water filter system, you’re getting filtered water that doesn’t have the massive amount of impurities that can come out of your tap. You get hydrogen-rich alkaline water that tastes great and is better for you.

Antioxidant benefits

Alkaline water is full of antioxidants and acts as an antioxidant itself. When you use an alkaline water filter system or machine, you get water that looks for and neutralizes free radicals. If left to their own devices, free radicals can damage the body’s cells, leading to illness and premature aging.

Detoxification properties

Detoxification focuses on getting rid of harmful substances in the body. The body already has its own natural detoxification system, thanks to your kidneys and liver, but the pH level of your bloodstream significantly affects your body’s detoxification abilities

Drinking alkaline water from an alkaline water machine can raise your blood pH, as having blood that is too acidic can hinder the elimination of toxins from your body.

Immune support 

Want to protect and strengthen your immune system? You need minerals to do it, but many water filtration systems take out not only the impurities but also the minerals. With an alkaline water filter system, you get those minerals added back in after your water has been cleaned.

Ultra hydration 

Research suggests that 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated. From low mood to anxiety to frequent tiredness, dehydration affects your body in countless ways. An alkaline water filter system ensures that you have easy access to more hydrating water.

 

Best Alkaline Water Machines and Systems for Your Home

Looking for the best alkaline water filter systems or machines? Here’s a round-up of some of the best on the market:

1. Tyent UCE-13 Plus

Tyent UCE-13 Plus

Tyent’s UCE-13 Plus water ionizer is a top choice among professional athletes and celebrities and delivers the highest levels of antioxidants and molecular hydrogen.

This under-the-sink water ionizer, along with Tyent’s other alkaline water generators, is equipped with a dual 0.01-micron filtration system—the same type used in kidney dialysis machines. This advanced system removes over 200 dangerous contaminants, including heavy metals and all traces of lead from your tap water.

What sets the UCE-13 Plus apart is its user-friendly design, variety of settings, and easy maintenance. With a single tap, you can fill your favorite glasses, bottles, and pots, thanks to its quantity selection feature. Its advanced self-cleaning technology ensures you always have access to the cleanest, best-tasting water with minimal effort.

Details & Specs:

  • Up to 1.8+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -1,150 ORP
  • Xtreme molecular hydrogen boost and turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (1.7-12.5 pH range)
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Fully adjustable power settings with 99 presets
  • Dual 0.01 micron filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Flood prevention sensor
  • Customizable automatic cleaning
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control
  • Voice announcement
  • Smart AI self-diagnosis
  • Multi-language support
  • SMPS Plus power supply
  • Easy DP cable hook-up
  • Platinum lifetime warranty

Pricing: $4,795 with financing available

Check out the Tyent UCE-13 Plus.

2. Tyent ACE-13

Tyent ACE-13 water ionizer.

The Tyent ACE-13 is an advanced water ionizer that has been honored as Ionizer of the Year and holds the top spot on numerous trusted review sites.

Boasting the industry’s best plates, a dual 0.01-micron filtration system, and features like quantity selection and customized automatic cleaning, the ACE-13 has everything you need to create high-quality alkaline water. Its motion-activated flow sensor allows you to simply wave your hand to start the water flow at your preferred setting. Additionally, Tyent’s exclusive Xtreme Molecular Hydrogen Boost feature ensures the highest levels of antioxidants and molecular hydrogen in your water, giving you even more benefits to your alkaline water.

The ACE-13 also offers fully adjustable power settings, providing a wide range of pH options. The result is premium ionized water, rich in molecular hydrogen, tailored precisely to your preferences.

Details & Specs:

  • Up to 1.8+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -1,150 ORP
  • Xtreme molecular hydrogen boost and turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (1.7-12.5 pH range)
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Dual 0.01 micron filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Motion-activated flow sensor
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Flood prevention sensor
  • Automatic cleaning function
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control
  • 360° spin spout
  • Multi-language support
  • SMPS Plus power supply
  • Platinum lifetime warranty

Pricing: $3,995 with financing available

Check out the Tyent ACE-13

3. Tyent H2 Hybrid

Tyent H2 Hybrid water ionizer

The Tyent H2 Hybrid is a groundbreaking water ionizer, being the first of its kind to combine alkaline and hydrogen technologies. It stands out with its unique twin cell system, delivering the highest levels of therapeutic molecular hydrogen across all pH levels—from neutral to the most alkaline.

The H2 Hybrid, like all Tyent hydrogen water generators, is equipped with an advanced electrolysis chamber featuring solid/mesh hybrid titanium plates. These plates, crafted from medical-grade titanium and coated in platinum through multiple dipping and baking processes, are the thickest and most durable available. This design maximizes surface area and electrolysis efficiency.

A lower oxidation reduction potential (ORP) in your water means more powerful antioxidant properties, with Tyent’s hydrogen water offering an ORP as low as -1,250, enhancing its health benefits.

The H2 Hybrid also includes a special hydrogen water button and a molecular hydrogen booster, capable of producing up to 1.8 ppm of hydrogen molecules. This is equivalent to 360% of the recommended therapeutic concentration dose, providing an extra boost to your hydration.

Details & Specs:

  • Up to 1.8+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -1,250 ORP 
  • Xtreme molecular hydrogen boost and turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (2.5-11.0 pH range)
  • Twin cell technology and proton exchange membrane
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Dual 0.01 micron filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Automatic cleaning function
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control with H2 water button
  • Voice announce
  • 360° spin spout
  • Multi-language support
  • SMPS Plus power supply
  • Platinum lifetime warranty with zero stipulations and no fine print—includes bumper to bumper coverage of both parts and labor

Pricing:  $4,250 with financing available

Try the Tyent H2 Hybrid.

4. Tyent Edge 9000

Tyent Edge-9 Turbo

The Tyent Edge 9000 gets its name from its platinum-dipped titanium plates that offer better filtration and a high electrolysis capacity, giving you alkaline water that’s filled with health benefits. This above-counter model with a sleek finish contains the highest levels of negative ORP and the most therapeutic levels of molecular hydrogen.

This water ionizer is an excellent choice for compact spaces, offering a versatile solution for both alkaline and hydrogen-rich water. Its hybrid electrolyzer efficiently provides access to both types of water without the need for chemicals, setting it apart from other ionizers that rely on chemical additives to adjust pH levels.

Additionally, the Edge 9000 features an H20 button for producing neutral pH filtered drinking water. It also includes two turbo modes to enhance molecular hydrogen levels and optimize pH levels with each use, ensuring you get the best quality water every time.

Details & Specs:

  • Up to 1.5+ ppm molecular hydrogen
  • Up to -875 ORP
  • Turbo boost
  • Multiple pH level options (2.5-11.5 pH range)
  • Solid/mesh hybrid medical grade, strengthened titanium plates—dipped multiple times in platinum
  • Membrane multi-layer filtration system
  • Custom pre-filter options
  • Auto-fill quantity selector
  • Automatic stop function
  • Automatic cleaning function
  • Filter replacement meter
  • One-touch technology
  • Jog dial control
  • Voice announce
  • 360° spin spout
  • Multi-language support
  • Hybrid SMPS (8A) power supply
  • Platinum lifetime warranty

Pricing: $2,495 with financing available

Try the Tyent Edge 9000.

5. Enagic Leveluk K8 Water Filter Machine

Enagic Leveluk K8 Water Filter Machine

The Enagic Leveluk K8 Water Filter Machine is a Kangen alkaline water machine that features eight platinum-dipped titanium plates. It generates five different types of water with different pH ranges. It has a pH range of 2.5 to 11.5, making it less powerful than a Tyent model.

Details & Specs:

  • Full-color LCD panel with voice prompts
  • Automatic shut-off and cleaning
  • Eight language abilities
  • Notifications to tell you when to change the filter

Pricing: $5,480

6. Aqua-Ionizer Deluxe 9.5

Aqua-Ionizer Deluxe 9.5

With a pH range of 3.0 to 11.0 and an ORP of -900, the Aqua-Ionizer Deluxe 9.5 is an alkaline water machine that’s not necessarily the most powerful on the market. This water ionizer uses Antioxidant Boost Technology and nine platinum-dipped plates to create its water, which is available both hot and cold.

Details & Specs:

  • Antioxidant Boost Technology
  • Automatic cleaning cycle
  • Control panel with screen

Pricing: $2,195

7. 6 Stage Alkaline Under the Sink Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Filter System

6 Stage Alkaline Under the Sink Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Filter System

APEX’s 6 Stage Alkaline Under the Sink Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water Filter System is an alkaline water filter system that starts with reverse osmosis, which isn’t necessarily the best option, as it removes not only impurities but also healthy minerals.

Details & Specs:

  • Six-stage reverse osmosis process
  • Remineralization after reverse osmosis
  • Color-coded and leak-free fittings for installation
  • Under the sink installation

Cons: 

  • Reviewers say the filter is loud
  • Reviewers mention that this system increased their water bill
  • Reviewers say customer service is difficult to reach to resolve issues

Pricing: $221.99

8. AlkaViva Athena H2 Water Ionizer

AlkaViva Athena H2 Water Ionizer

The AlkaViva Athena H2 Water Ionizer is an alkaline water machine that sits above your sink. The machine filters use Smart Electrodes, seven platinum and titanium plates, and propriety membranes. AlkaViva’s plates are among the smallest in the industry, and seven plates is among the lowest count for water ionizers. 

Details & Specs:

  • Built-in temperature sensors
  • Control panel with screen
  • Automatic cleaning cycle
  • AutoAdjust to send power to the electrodes

Cons: 

  • Cannot guarantee a particular pH or ORP
  • Reviewers say the machine is not long-lasting
  • Reviewers mention that installation was challenging
  • Buyers warn that the water intermittently comes out acidic

Pricing: $2,594.99

9. APEC Water Systems ROES-PH75 Essence Series

APEC Water Systems ROES-PH75 Essence Series

The APEC Water Systems ROES-PH75 Essence Series first uses reverse osmosis to remove impurities from the water. Because this process does remove helpful minerals, the system then uses calcium carbonate to raise the pH level to create alkaline water.

Details & Specs:

  • Six-stage system
  • Chrome or brushed nickel faucet
  • Creates water at 2.0 to 11.0 pH
  • Needs calcium carbonate to raise the pH

Cons: 

  • Reviewers say that the system sometimes leaks
  • Users say the lifespan is lower than advertised
  • Some reviewers say the water comes out cloudy and tastes bad
  • Users mention the tank being heavy enough to cause damage to the under-sink area

Pricing: $239.95 for system with chrome faucet or $264.95 for system with brushed nickel faucet

 

More About Whole House Alkaline Water Filtration System

Looking to revamp your water filtration with an alkaline water filtration system? Here are a few things you should know:

How does an alkaline water filter system increase water pH level?

Alkaline water filter systems typically use electrolysis to increase the pH level of water. This process separates the water into an alkaline stream and an acidic stream. From there, the alkaline water is ionized, which creates molecular hydrogen as well as increases the pH level. 

A Tyent water ionizer uses the most advanced ionization technology in the world to split your source water into alkaline and acidic streams. The result is the perfect glass of hydrogen-rich, alkaline water.

Are there specific maintenance requirements for alkaline water filter systems?

While some alkaline water filter systems have automatic cleaning modes that protect the longevity of your purchase, there is still some maintenance required in the form of changing filters. Depending on the system you use, you may also need to change the reverse osmosis membrane to keep your water clean.

Do alkaline water filters really work?

Alkaline water filters do work to remove impurities, and they can work to increase the minerals in your water and the power of those minerals. Depending on the model you choose, Tyent alkaline water filters can create water as low as 1.7 or as high as 12.5 on a pH scale.

Is alkaline water better than reverse osmosis?

Reverse osmosis can be useful if you’re in an area with a high amount of water impurities, but alkaline water is better than this process on its own. The reverse osmosis process takes out healthy, helpful minerals at the same time as it removes impurities. Alkaline water filters ensure that you’re maintaining those minerals and even adding in more helpful antioxidants. 

How long does an alkaline water filter last?

How long an alkaline water filter lasts depends on your frequency of use, your water quality, and the company you choose to purchase your alkaline water system or machine from. Tyent alkaline water filters generally last between six and nine months before you need to change the filter. In comparison, APEX filters generally last between six and eight months.

Is an alkaline water purifier good for health?

An alkaline water filter system or machine can be good for your health, as alkaline water has been shown to have numerous health benefits, including increased energy, fat loss, immune system support, and a reduced recovery time after exercising.

 

Use the Best Whole House Alkaline Water Filtration System

For 77% of Americans, filtered water is a must—with 42% saying that they’re making this choice due to health benefits. But if you want to take those health benefits even further, the best option is to go for an alkaline water filtration system or machine, which ensures that you’re getting antioxidant and mineral support, which can be filtered out by other water filtration systems.  

Tyent alkaline water machines are industry leaders for a reason. Tyent machines have the largest, thickest, and highest-quality plates, which means more power and more pH, while a multi-stage filter keeps your water clean. And with a sleek design and easy-to-use interface, it’ll fit right in with your luxury kitchen.

Check out Tyent’s water ionizers, and give alkaline water a try!

8+ Best Ion Water Machines [2025]

Up to 75% of Americans suffer from dehydration, and water alone may not be enough to combat this growing trend. But what if you could have water that’s more hydrating and packed with added health benefits? That’s where an ion water machine comes in.

In this article, we’ll unpack how an ion water machine works and all the benefits of adding an ionizer to your household.

 

What Is an Ion Water Machine?

An ion water machine, also known as a water ionizer, is an appliance that produces alkaline water, which has a pH level of 7.0 or higher. This machine uses the process of electrolysis to create alkaline water, which offers several benefits, including reduced signs of aging, better hydration, and immune system support.

How Does an Ion Water Machine Work?

Ion water machines, like Tyent’s ionizers, use electrolysis to create alkaline water. As water passes through electrode plates, an electric current goes through the water, resulting in the water splitting into two streams. The acidic water stream is discarded, while the alkaline water stream is directed to where it can be consumed by the user.

 

Best Ion Water Machines

If you’re interested in trying an ionizer, here’s a look at the best ion water machines available today to help you create powerful alkaline water.

1. Tyent Water Ionizers

tyent logo

Tyent ionizers give the electrolysis process a boost by using top-of-the-line electrode plates, offering the best ion water machines available today. Tyent is the only ionizer company using solid/mesh hybrid medical-grade titanium plates that are dipped multiple times in platinum and baked, resulting in the strongest and thickest plates of any ionizer. They also have the most surface area, giving them maximum electrolysis capability.

Alkaline water on its own is a great addition to your diet if you’re looking for immune support, boosted energy, and other health optimizations. But Tyent takes your alkaline water even further by infusing it with all the benefits of hydrogen water. Tyent ionizers produce alkaline water with the most molecular hydrogen of any ionizer on the market, ensuring that you don’t have to choose between all the benefits of alkaline water and hydrogen water

Tyent ionizers also have the lowest oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) in the industry. The lower the ORP, the higher its antioxidant properties, and the greater the immune support.

Tyent UCE-13 Plus

Tyent UCE-13 Plus

Products: 

Pros:

  • Used by famous doctors, pro athletes, and celebrities
  • The only water ionizer featured on E!, FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and more
  • Alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • Acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • All Tyent water ionizers are chemical-free
  • Plates are the strongest and thickest, and provide the most surface area in the industry
  • Use Dialapure filters—the same filtration as kidney dialysis machines—that remove over 200 dangerous contaminants
  • Tyent has dozens of premium certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Trustworthy and transparent—Tyent shares third-party lab results publicly
  • Tyent is the only hydrogen water and ionizer company to offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with zero stipulations that covers both parts and labor
  • Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period, with a less than 1% return rate
  • Accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellent customer service and support, A+ rating

Cons:

  • Can take 5-7 days to arrive
  • Business hours are Monday through Friday, 9am to 6pm EST

Pricing:

  • UCE-13: $6,995-$7,495
  • ACE-13: $5,995
  • H2 Hybrid: $5,995
  • EDGE 9000: $3,495

Get started with your own Tyent ionizer.

2. Enagic LeveLuk SD501 Platinum

Enagic LeveLuk SD501 Platinum

The Enagic LeveLuk SD501 Platinum is an ion water machine with an electrolysis chamber, LCD panel, and seven platinum-plated titanium electrode plates. It has an automatic cleaning mode and alerts users when it’s time to change filters.

Enagic

Photo courtesy of Enagic

Pros:

  • Seven electrode plates
  • 135 x 75 mm plate sizes
  • -631 mV ORP
  • 2.5 – 11.5 pH range
  • Generates five water types
  • 230 W
  • Five-year warranty

Cons:

  • ORP is higher than many other ionizers
  • Requires chemical enhancer for best results
  • Lacks the smart features of today’s ionizers
  • Number and size of electrode plates are smaller than many other ionizers
  • Limited warranty

Pricing: $5,499

3. Healthy Hydration Hydra Home Unit

Healthy Hydration Hydra Home Unit

The Healthy Hydration Hydra Home Unit creates hydrogen water. The Home Unit also comes with a hydrogen water bottle, a shower filter, disinfectant spray, and other supplements.

Healthy Hydration products

Photo courtesy of Healthy Hydration

Pros:

  • 210 mL capacity
  • 3,000 to 5,000 parts per billion (PPB) hydrogen
  • Rechargeable battery

Cons:

Pricing: $3,795

4. Life Water Life Ionizers LC-13

Life Water Life Ionizers LC-13

Life Water Life Ionizers LC-13 is a semi-commercial grade ionizer. It comes with an advanced flow meter. It can be installed above or under the counter.

Life Water Life Ionizers LC-13

Photo courtesy of Life Water Life Ionizers

Pros:

  • 450-watt SMPS
  • 5 liters per minute filtration capacity

Cons:

  • Life Water makes it challenging to find product details for ionizers, like ORP or pH range
  • Customers say Life Water ionizers are not worth the cost
  • Filters are hard to find and expensive

Pricing: $4,495

5. AlkaViva Athena H2 Water Ionizer

AlkaViva logo

The AlkaViva Athena H2 Water Ionizer is a seven-plate water ionizer. It includes an Auto-Adjust Power feature, Dual Automatic Reverse Cleaning system, and Smart-Design Electrodes. It can be installed at the sink with a diverter or plumbed into the cold water line. It also has an inline sediment filter.

AlkaViva Athena H2 Water Ionizer

Photo courtesy of AlkaViva

Pros:

  • H2 infusion technology
  • Automatic cleaning
  • Real-time flow control system
  • LCD screen
  • 150-watt maximum power
  • pH over 10.0
  • ORP under -600 mV

Cons:

  • Smallest plates of any ionizer company
  • Very limited lifetime warranty

Pricing: $2,594.99

6. Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0

Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0

The Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0 uses seven titanium platinum-coated plates to produce alkaline water. It comes with an installation kit with an included Diverter Kit that fits most faucets. Under-the-sink installation is also available. It also includes an activated carbon filter, a descaling agent, and a wall mounting kit.

Aqua Ionizer Deluxe 7.0 water ionizer.

Photo courtesy of Aqua Ionizer Pro

Pros:

  • 4.0 – 10.0 pH range
  • -800 mV ORP
  • 380-watt power
  • Five-year limited warranty
  • Seven electrode plates
  • 4 liters per minute flow rate
  • 41 to 140 degrees Fahrenheit source water temperature

Cons:

  • Limited warranty
  • Difficult rescaling process
  • Customers report flow rate is lower than advertised
  • Lacks many of the smart features of today’s ionizers

Pricing: $1,495

7. IntelGadgets Alkaline Water Ionizer (IT-580)

IntelGadgets Alkaline Water Ionizer

The IntelGadgets Alkaline Water Ionizer (IT-580) is an ionizer with a soft-touch button control panel, an activated carbon filter, a filter change indicator light, and an automatic 10-second cleaning cycle after each use. It uses five platinum-coated titanium plates with ceramic membranes.

IntelGadgets Alkaline Water Ionizer (IT-580)

Photo courtesy of IntelGadgets

Pros:

  • Activated carbon filter
  • 4.5 – 11 pH range
  • -850 mV ORP

Cons:

  • Two-year warranty only
  • Not a sleek or stylish design
  • Very low plate count compared to other ionizers

Pricing: $899

8. Pure Hydration Alkaline Water Ionizer   

cosan logo

Cosan/USA’s Pure Hydration Alkaline Water Ionizer creates alkaline water infused with molecular hydrogen. It comes with a tap water faucet connection and can also be converted to an under-counter model. It can also connect to a refrigerator or ice maker.

CosanUSA Pure Hydration water ionizer.

Photo courtesy of Cosan/USA

Pros:

  • .02-micron filtration level
  • 9 – 9.5 pH range
  • -400 to -700 mV ORP
  • Up to 1,500 PPB molecular hydrogen

Cons:

  • Limited pH range
  • Some users report false advertising
  • Does not use electrode plates—Cosan/USA is not forthcoming on how the alkaline water is created
  • Some reviewers mention a chemical taste

Pricing: $515

 

Learn More About Ion Water Machines

Interested in learning more about ion water machines? Take a look at some of the most frequently asked questions about ionizers.

What does ion water do?

Ionized water, also known as alkaline water, offers a number of benefits, including protecting your body from free radicals, reducing the signs of aging, boosting your immune support, and supporting everything from your gum health to your gut health.

What is the purpose of the water ionizer machine?

The purpose of the water ionizer machine is to create ionized or alkaline water. However, Tyent ionizers go further to offer even more benefits. Tyent ionizers remove more than 200 contaminants during the filtration process, ensuring that you not only get ionized water but also the cleanest, safest water possible. Tyent ionizers also infuse your alkaline water with the most molecular hydrogen of any ionizer on the market, giving you all the benefits of both alkaline water and hydrogen water.

Are water dispensers worth it?

Water dispensers can absolutely be worth it, but it depends on the water dispenser you get. Some water dispensers, like reverse osmosis systems, can be exceedingly wasteful. Plus, they don’t provide you with the benefits of alkaline water. Tyent’s water ionizers function as a perfect water dispenser, producing less wastewater than other ionizers on the market while also filtering out more than 200 contaminants and giving you all the benefits of both alkaline water and hydrogen water.

Is ionized water good to drink?

Ionized water or alkaline water is good to drink, especially if you’re looking for immune system support, boosted energy, better hydration. It can even help maintain a healthy pH balance and provide antioxidant properties.

 

Choose the Best Ion Water Machine

Every time you drink ionized or alkaline water, you’re getting better hydration, better energy, better skin, and so much more. But, not all ion water machines deliver the benefits of a Tyent ionizer.

With Tyent, you get not only all the benefits of alkaline water but also all the benefits of hydrogen water, as Tyent’s alkaline water has the most molecular hydrogen of any ionizer on the market. You also get the lowest ORP, which means more antioxidant power for you. Tyent ionizers transform your water into a hydration-boosting, immunity-supporting powerhouse.

Get started with your own Tyent ion water machine.       

Kangen Water Scam: Everything You Need to Know [2025]

Key Takeaways:

  • Kangen Water claims to be “restructured” and capable of restoring the body’s alkaline state, but there is no scientific evidence to support these assertions.
  • Enagic operates through a multi-level marketing structure, with most sellers earning very little and has an F rating from the Better Business Bureau due to numerous complaints.
  • Producing Kangen Water involves the use of chemicals like sodium hypochlorite, raising safety concerns, and its hydrogen and antioxidant claims are misleading.
  • Tyent ionizers are a more reliable option, offering stronger plates, better antioxidant properties, a lifetime warranty, and a longer trial period.

Kangen Water has gained attention as a “miracle” product promising improved health, better hydration, detoxification, and even the prevention and treatment of  COVID-19. Marketed as a premium form of alkalized water produced by Enagic’s high-priced water ionizers, Kangen Water grew to have a loyal following—as well as several critics, including from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA). 

From unverified health claims to its multi-level marketing (MLM) business model, many have questioned whether Kangen Water is as revolutionary as its marketing makes it seem or if it’s simply a well-disguised scam.

In this article, we’ll dive into the science behind Kangen Water, the validity of its health benefits, and the ethical concerns surrounding its sales tactics. If you’re looking to invest in an Enagic ionizer, here’s everything you need to know to make an informed decision.

What is Kangen Water?

Kangen Water is a brand of alkaline water produced by Enagic‘s water ionization machines. It is marketed as having various health benefits, particularly from its supposedly high levels of hydrogen, including improved hydration, detoxification, and balancing the body’s pH levels. However, there is little to no evidence to support these claims.

Enagic claims that Kangen Water is “restructured,” making it different from other alkaline water. Still, there’s no real evidence to suggest that Kangen Water is different from any other type of alkaline water.

Is Kangen Water a Scam?

We can’t tell you if Kangen Water is a scam. All we can do is tell you the facts, and you can draw your own conclusion. Enagic makes many claims about what Kangen Water is capable of but there is little support to back them. Plus, its high price and reliance on a multi-level marketing (MLM) structure raise concerns. Unfortunately, this just scratches the surface of why Kangen Water may be considered a scam.

Kangen Water Scam: Red Flags and Health Concerns

From its business model to the so-called hydrogen water it produces, there are many red flags when it comes to Kangen Water machines. While many of these issues are frustrating, some pose health risks that many Kangen Water users are unaware of.

MLM Pyramid Scheme Structure

Enagic’s Kangen Water machines are sold under a multi-level marketing pyramid scheme structure. Although this has been going on for some time, ABC News dug into the facts and exposed the concerning scheme in a 2024 exposé.

Despite promises of high returns, 99% of Kangen Water machine sellers earn less than $14,000 annually, with 60% making just $285 per year. Many lose money on products or “coaching,” which often involves fabricating success stories to recruit others. Enagic appears more focused on promoting its MLM scheme than selling ionizers.

If sellers have trouble affording products, Enagic offers finance plans. But the fine print reveals that if individuals fail to make payments within a specific time frame, the 10% per annum interest rate jumps all the way to 25%.

Concerning BBB Complaints

Enagic holds an F rating from the Better Business Bureau (BBB), with more than 25 complaints filed against the business. If you’re investing in a water ionizer, choose a company you can trust, like Tyent, which has an A+ rating from the BBB.

Kangen Machines Use Deadly Chemicals

Enagic’s top selling points include that it can create “Strong” Kangen Water, which is alkaline water with a very high pH, or acidic water, which is water with a pH below 7.0. But Kangen machines require an “electrolysis enhancer” to make these types of water—one that is clearly marked “Not for drinking.” Plus, Kangen doesn’t educate customers on how to properly handle the chemical enhancer.

The makeup of the “enhancer” is processed water, sodium chloride, and sodium hypochlorite—better known as bleach. On the other hand, Tyent ionizers are certified chemical-free.

Unsupported Antioxidant Claims

Another of Enagic’s top selling points is that Kangen water has strong antioxidant properties. When we talk about antioxidants in water, we need to look at the ionizer’s oxidation-reduction potential (ORP). The lower the ORP, the higher the antioxidant properties. 

While Enagic claims Kangen Water machines have a low ORP, that’s far from the truth. Enagic says that the K8 is its “most powerful antioxidant machine.” But its ORP is only -722 mV. In comparison, Tyent ionizers have an ORP of up to -1150 mV. 

Minimal Hydrogen Levels Due to Lack of Plates

Enagic doesn’t list how much molecular hydrogen their ionizers infuse into their Kangen Water. But the makeup of these machines suggests the water they produce is not as “hydrogen-rich” as they say.

The most powerful Kangen Water machine only uses eight solid electrode plates. Some models use as little as four. Solid plates have a lower surface area, which leads to slower and weaker electrolysis. On the other hand, Tyent uses solid/mesh hybrid medical-grade titanium plates that are the strongest and thickest in the industry and have the highest surface area, leading to water with the most molecular hydrogen of any ionizer on the market.

Very Expensive Machines with Short Guarantees 

Kangen Water machines are the most expensive water ionizers on the market, ranging between $4,000 and $6,000. And if you’re not satisfied with your purchase, you may be out of luck.

These machines only come with 3-year or 5-year limited warranties with numerous stipulations. Getting an extended warranty means shelling out an additional $600, and that only gives you three more years of coverage.

Tyent, however, offers a full lifetime warranty with no fine print or hoops to jump through.

Short Trial Periods

In addition to having a complex limited warranty, Enagic only gives you a 7-day window to test and return your Kangen Water machine. If you miss the window, you could lose up to $1,100, not to mention the shipping fees.

When you purchase a Tyent ionizer, you have a 75-day trial and return period. (But less than 1% of users ever return their Tyent ionizer.)

Poor Customer Support

Numerous reviews call Enagic’s customer support “rude” and “terrible.” Reviewers say that they were frequently lied to and were also often blamed when they told customer support that their machines weren’t working. 

Best Alternative to Kangen Water

If you want to invest in an ionizer to get hydrogen-rich alkaline water at home, consider the best alternative to Kangen Water.

Tyent

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Tyent’s award-winning ionizers stand out from the rest as the only ionizers using solid/mesh hybrid medical-grade titanium plates that are dipped multiple times in platinum and baked, resulting in the strongest and thickest plates of any ionizer. They also have the most surface area, giving them maximum electrolysis capability and giving you more molecular hydrogen than any other ionizer on the market. And unlike Enagic’s F rating with the BBB, Tyent holds an A+ rating, both for the reliability of their ionizers and their helpful, supportive customer service.

Tyent ionizers also have the lowest oxidation-reduction potential (ORP) in the industry. The lower the ORP, the higher its antioxidant properties, and the greater the immune support. They also use 0.01-micron filtration, which is the same filtration level as kidney dialysis machines, allowing you to rid your water of more than 200 contaminants.

Tyent ACE-13 water ionizer.

Tyent ACE-13Products:

Pros:

  • Used by famous doctors, pro athletes, and celebrities
  • The only water ionizer featured on E!, FOX, ABC, Discovery Channel, and more
  • Alkaline pH adjustments for healthy drinking water
  • Acidic pH adjustments for beauty water or cleaning
  • All Tyent water ionizers are chemical-free
  • Plates are the strongest and thickest, and provide the most surface area in the industry
  • Use Dialipure filters—the same filtration as kidney dialysis machines—that remove over 200 dangerous contaminants
  • Tyent has dozens of premium certifications, including ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
  • Trustworthy and transparent—Tyent shares third-party lab results publicly
  • Tyent is the only hydrogen water and ionizer company to offer a 100% full lifetime warranty with zero stipulations that covers both parts and labor
  • Tyent offers a generous 75-day trial period with a less than 1% return rate
  • Accredited with the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for excellent customer service and support, A+ rating

Get started with your own Tyent ionizer.

Learn More About the Kangen Water Scam

Still curious about Kangen? Here’s what else to know about the Kangen Water scam.

Is Kangen FDA-approved?

Not only is Kangen not FDA-approved, but the FDA has issued warnings to the public against the purchase and consumption of Kangen Water, as it “may pose potential health hazards.”

Why is Kangen water so expensive?

Enagic claims that the high price of its machines is due to the amount of platinum it takes to coat its machine’s electrode plates. But Tyent ionizers also use platinum-coated plates without as high of a price tag.

What is better than Kangen?

Tyent is better than Kangen due to numerous factors, including having stronger and thicker electrode plates, a lower ORP, a lifetime warranty, and a generous 75-day trial period.

Kangen Water Scam: The Bottom Line

Kangen Water does not live up to its claims. It is neither the antioxidant powerhouse it advertises nor capable of producing the hydrogen-rich alkaline water it promises.

Whether you call it a scam or not, the truth is that there are many hard-working people who have indeed been scammed by Enagic due to unethical business practices under its MLM scheme structure.

Tyent wants you to know the truth—and the truth is that Tyent ionizers have stronger electrode plates than Kangen Water machines, as well as a lower ORP, a more generous return policy, and the best and simplest warranty of any ionizer on the market. Plus, Tyent ionizers don’t just say that they have hydrogen water. They infuse their water with the most molecular hydrogen of any ionizer on the market.

Start drinking better, cleaner, and safer water with Tyent ionizers.

Kangen Water Review: Does It Even Work?

Like you, I wanted to buy a water ionizer machine. I did my research (but not enough by half) and decided to buy a Kangen machine from Enagic. After all, the company had been around for a while, which had to count for something, right? 

The truth is, Enagic operates as a multi-level marketing (MLM) company, which often results in significant pressure to purchase their products, especially when the distributor is a close friend or family member. MLM companies typically rely on a network of distributors who earn commissions not only from their own sales but also from the sales made by their recruits. This structure can create high-pressure sales tactics and a focus on recruitment over product quality. But are they worth the expense? 

While Enagic’s Kangen machines are just as expensive as competitor models, they fail to achieve the same levels of pH or Oxygen Reduction Potential (ORP). To reach their extreme levels, Kangen machines require the use of chemical enhancers, namely sodium hypochlorite, also known as bleach. You may want to think about purchasing one of these machines if you don’t want to be chemically poisoned. 

Read on for everything you need to know about Kangen water machines. 

What is Kangen Water?

Kangen water ionization machines are produced by Enagic. The word “Kangen” actually means “return to origin” in Japanese. 

Enagic says that the alkaline water these machines produce can “help restore the body to its original, alkaline state.” The Kangen water ionizer machine works to alkaline the body, purify drinking water, and increase antioxidant production potential.

What is Ionized Water?

In simple terms, ionization means to gain or lose an electron. Water that has been ionized becomes either alkaline or acidic, which means that the pH has been adjusted up or down. 

Alkaline water is full of Hydroxyl ions and loaded with measurable antioxidants, making it ideal for drinking. Acidic water is full of Hydrogen ions. This water can be applied to the outside of our bodies to help soothe the skin or even for plant growth.

Water ionizing machines are small household appliances that calibrate the pH level of regular tap water in order to make it more alkaline or acidic.

Enagic Water vs Kangen Water

Kangen Water is a brand name for ionized alkaline water produced by Enagic’s alkaline ionizer and water filtration machines. The Enagic team claims that kangen water is “restructured” and that it makes it different from the normal alkaline water.

What to Know Before Buying a Kangen Water Machine

Here are some of the things to know before buying any Kangen or Enagic water.

1. All Water Ionizers are NOT the Same

All water ionizers are not the same. When buying a Kangen machine, you could think it was the right thing. Some research says that the company is well established–and that must mean that they were building solid, powerful machines. This isn’t necessarily true. 

Though Kangen is more expensive than many other water ionizers, it still doesn’t produce water as rich in antioxidants and hydrogen molecules as machines like Tyent, for example.

Let’s say you resolved to look past the water quality and focus on the fact that drinking water from a Kangen machine was still better than tap or bottled water.

Then a local water issue happened–a pesticide spill happened at a nearby farmland that the papers reported on and had local people worrying about how much of it might end up coming out of the tap. At this point, you may feel just a little smug, thinking that the Kangen water ionizer would take out the contaminants, and all would be well. 

So, you checked Enagic’s website for a list of contaminants that your Kangen machine would remove. Then you checked again. No list. You didn’t know whether your shiny new Kangen machine would remove any pesticides or not. You suddenly realized that you hadn’t checked which contaminants Kangen filters remove–and the company wasn’t exactly great at telling you either.

Common sense told you that the only reason that a company doesn’t boast about how great its filters are, is because its filters aren’t that great.

With premium ionized water such as Tyent, every glass of Tyent alkaline water is cleaned by our world-class filters to remove over 200 contaminants. Your safety should be number one when it comes to drinking water at home, including removing pesticides.

2. Kangen Machines Use A Deadly Chemical to Help Them Work Properly

That thing about how powerful water ionizers are? Turns out it really does matter. And Kangen machines aren’t powerful enough to make the “strong” acidic water that they’re so proud of. 

Your Kangen machine needs an “Electrolysis Enhancer” added to it to make up for the power it did not possess. What’s in “Electrolysis Enhancer,” you might ask? Wait for it: sodium hypochlorite, AKA bleach. 

Unfortunately, Enagic fails to inform Kangen water owners of the proper handling of the chlorine it creates. Chlorine in water can take three different forms: chlorine gas, hypochlorous acid, or hypochlorite. The form in which chlorine appears is pH-dependent.

So you spent thousands of dollars on a Kangen/Enagic water ionizer so that your family could drink contaminant-free water…and then you need to add bleach to the machine itself. Worse, a quick internet search told you that if sodium hypochlorite is ionized, a toxic gas is produced.

Just what you want from a water ionizer, right? And Kangen knows all of this.

3. Kangen Machines: Expensive with Short Guarantees 

You have had a Kangen ionizer machine for a year now. That’s nothing…but you’re already one-third of the way through my warranty period. Plus, Enagic isn’t upfront about the fact that their business model is the dreaded Multi-Level Marketing scheme, which means you paid LOTS more money for a pretty basic machine.

Tyent offers a no-quibble, Lifetime Warranty on all its water ionizers. Tyent water ionizers are demonstrably superior, the price is way more competitive than Kangen, and you’re not involved in any MLM!  

4. Trial Times 

Kangen water comes with major deficiencies. Typically, customers want to try a Kangen machine before buying it. With such a high-cost ionizer machine, you would expect to be able to try it out with your unique kitchen sink and water system before making a final decision. 

Guess how long the trial period was (bear in mind we’re talking about a machine that costs several thousand dollars). Three days! This timeline barely gives you enough time to unbox the product. By contrast, Tyent offers a 75-day, risk-free trial period, so you really get to road-test your water ionizer.

5. Plate Erosion

One selling point of the Kangen machine that Enagic promotes is its large plates. The issue is that there isn’t sufficient machine power for these large plates. The lack of power is why the Kangen machine struggles to reach over a pH of 10, and some people have to add calcium glycerophosphate (a drug compound) to their Kangen machine to get acceptable pH levels.

Enagic tries to justify the high price of its machine by claiming that it takes a lot of platinum to coat its plates. 

6. Antioxidant Claims Aren’t Supported by Evidence

Along with many other claims of Kangen water features, the antioxidant claims are not sufficiently supported by evidence. 

Antioxidant properties are another often-discussed benefit of Kangen water. Enagic’s theory is that the negative ORP of Kangen water can act as an antioxidant, neutralizing free radicals and preventing cell damage. Though this sounds great, much more research is needed to prove these effects.

Kangen Water Review

Kangen Water claims to have created a healthy and high-quality water system, but it fails to tell you all that’s involved in the process. Kangen has many BBB complaints, chemicals, poor customer support, warranty, and trial period issues that are very unsettling to the safety of their products and quality of customer care. 

Enagic is also an MLM (multi-level marketing) company with eight levels of commissions. This shows how little amount of money actually goes into building a safe and effective water system for customers.

Kangen Water Customer Reviews

These customer reviews reveal the truth about the downfalls and unmet promises of Kangen Machines. 

“They will tell you it is a salt solution, but the main ingredients in their chemical additives are sodium chloride & sodium hypochlorite, which are also the main ingredients in your bleach bottle. You have to flush your machine for many gallons after using this additive, but I would not feel comfortable with using that in the same machine my kids are drinking from. Without the use of the electrolysis enhance the acid levels are terrible since they have a lack of plates and power.”

“If you’re wanting to start a business and sell the products yourself, be careful who your upline and support group is. Enagic is unfortunately let down by some of their business owners who just don’t support their “team members”. 

“Enagic is an MLM. They through their distributors make numerous claims about what this alkalized water can do, when the reality is far different. The machines they sell are over priced and worthless which is why you’ll see so many people listing new machines below the value Enagic assigns to them on sites like ebay. You can’t buy an Enagic product unless you become a distributor they rely entirely on lies and non sensical science that they claim to be fact. For instance one claim is that the ionizers are able to change the PH of the body.”

“DO NOT BUY from this company! I have never had such a terrible experience! I bought my Kangen water machine last Nov as a Christmas gift for my husband and had it installed in Jan. I used a plumber that has installed many Kangen water machines so I know it was done correctly. Almost right away I started having issues. On and off the water started tasting fishy, oily, and sometimes like chlorine. The panel also stopped working consistently.”

BBB Ratings to Know

The BBB (Better Business Bureau) ratings are based on business ratings and public data sources. Enagic received an F BBB rating.  The reasons for this failed rating include:

  • 7 complaint(s) filed against business that were not resolved
  • Failure to respond to 1 complaint(s) filed against business
  • 26 complaint(s) filed against business
  • Length of time the business has been operating
  • Length of time business has taken to respond to complaint(s)

The Properties of Kangen Water 

There are four properties of Kangen water claims they include: 

1. Hydrogen: Water that is hydrogen-rich has a high concentration of Molecular Hydrogen (H2). Molecular Hydrogen is an efficient antioxidant that diffuses rapidly across cell membranes and can reduce free radicals, suppressing oxidative stress. Through electrolysis, tap water can become hydrogen-rich.

2. Antioxidants: To reduce oxidative stress and related damage, a constant supply of external sources of antioxidants should be part of one‘s daily diet. This is why everyone should care about the quantity and quality of the water they drink. 

3. Alkaline: A pH scale is used to determine whether a substance is acidic or alkaline. On this scale, 7.0 is neutral. Anything above seven is considered alkaline, and anything below seven is considered acidic.Kangen machines have set “types” of water that have set pH levels that can’t be adjusted, and are meant to serve different functions, i.e. drinking water, beauty water, etc. However, if your source water is very acidic, you won’t be able to turn up the power to achieve a higher pH level. Similarly, the same limitation applies to the opposite pH levels.

With Tyent, the pH levels are adjustable to your source water. Tyent’s unique Water by Design feature empowers you with the ability to adjust your water to suit your needs. You can adjust pH levels up or down as necessary to ensure you are drinking the correct water for you. It doesn’t matter how bad the source water is; you can adjust the levels to get the best water to meet your needs.

4. Negative ORP: Hydrogen-rich water is characterized by exhibiting a negative ORP. For humans, a positive or high ORP is better for the outside of the body (cleaning and sanitizing). A low ORP value (in negative numbers) indicates that a substance has a higher antioxidizing potential and is preferred for oral consumption. Just like pH, ORP values are an important measurement for determining the quality of water.

It’s important to note that Kangen water claims to include these properties but cannot back them up. Their machines have minimal hydrogen levels due to a lack of plates and power. Kangen water is also bleached with Sodium Hypochlorite and uses an artificial method of increasing electrolysis.

Kangen machines use outdated technology. They use a Transformer Power Supply, which means the power cannot be adjusted to achieve the alkaline or acidic levels you are looking for according to your source water minerals. 

Types of Kangen Water

There are five types of Kangen water: 

  1. Strong Kangen Water – pH 11

This water is not for drinking but rather for food preparation and cleaning.

  1. Kangen Water – pH 8.5-9.5

This type of water is for drinking and cooking. It can also be used for coffee and tea and watering plants.

  1. Clean Water – pH 7

Free of chlorine, rust, and cloudiness, neutral water is for drinking. It can be used to prepare baby food and take medication.

  1. Beauty Water – pH 4-6 

This is not for drinking. Beauty water is slightly acidic and is recognized for its astringent effects. Use it for face wash, hair care, pet care, polishing, cleaning, and preserving frozen food.

  1. Strong Acidic Water pH 2.7

This is not for drinking water since it has cleansing properties. This water can be used for cleaning and reducing germs, hygiene, and commercial operations.

Kangen Water Machine

  1. The K8 (Kangen 8): This is an 8-Plate Anti-Oxidizer with eight titanium plates that ionize water for antioxidant production.
  2. JRIV: The JRIV Junior Model has four solid electrode plates with lower power consumption and fewer plates. It’s considered one of Enagic’s “starter” models.
  3. SD501 PLATINUM: This machine has a built-in electrolysis chamber, has a LCD panel, and voice prompts.
  4. SD501: This water machine has 7 and 5 electrode plates, a twin hose system, a cleaning system, a built-in tank for the electrolysis enhancer, and a water pressure regulating function.
  5. Super 501: This machine has 7 and 5 electrode plates, a twin hose system, a cleaning system, a built-in tank for the electrolysis enhancer, and a water pressure regulating function.
  6. SD501U: This machine offers the functionality of the SD501 but goes under the sink.
  7. ANESPA DX: This machine claims to provide a continuous stream of healthy ionized mineral water.

Kangen Water Prices 

You will find below the average price for each Kangen water machine in US dollars:

  • Leveluk K8 Water Machine: $4980 plus local tax
  • SD501 Platinum: $4,280 plus local tax
  • SD501:$3,980 plus local tax
  • Super 501:$5,980 plus local tax
  • Leveluk JRIV:$2,980 plus local tax
  • SD501U:$4,980 plus local tax
  • Anespa DX Shower System:$2,980 plus local tax

 

Best Kangen Water Machine Alternatives

After reading this Kangen water review, you probably have some reservations. But don’t lose hope! There are affordable and effective alternatives on the market that deliver high-quality alkaline hydrogen water at a more reasonable price tag.

1. Tyent Hybrid

Tyent H2 Hybrid water ionizer

The H2 Hybrid has a powerful dual filtration system to produce the purest water with ™-Ceramic and Carbon Block filtration. With membrane multi-layer filtration, the HYBRID Water Ionizer removes suspended solids such as mud, sediment, rust, and sand using .01 micron filtration. 

This is the same filtration used in kidney dialysis machines. Due to the depth-filtration process, the filtration performance and product life are incomparably outstanding. 

Specifications: 

  • 2.5-11.0 pH Range*
  • Up to -1150 ORP*
  • Up to 1.8+ ppm Molecular Hydrogen*
  • Xtreme Molecular Hydrogen Boost and Turbo Boost
  • *Results Dependent on Source Water Conditions

Pricing: $4,250

Apply for financing for the H2 Hybrid for as little as $25/month today. Learn more here.

2. Tyent UCE-13 Plus

Tyent UCE-13 Plus water ionizer in matte black

The Tyent UCE-13 Plus water ionizer features solid, medical-grade mesh that is strengthened by titanium plates that have been dipped in platinum multiple times. With advanced interactive touchscreen capability, you can easily adjust pH levels or user settings to suit any application.

Specifications: 

  • 1.7-12.5 pH Range*
  • Up to -1150 ORP*
  • Up to 1.8+ ppm Molecular Hydrogen*
  • Xtreme Molecular Hydrogen Boost and Turbo Boost
  • *Results Dependent on Source Water Conditions

Pricing: $4,995

This under-counter, 13-plate ionizer has a 27% higher power than our 9-plate ionizer. It has 20% turbo acidic levels and 20% better ORP levels. Learn more about this new 2024 model here and elevate your drinking water system.

3. Tyent ACE-13

Tyent ACE-13 water ionizer.

The beautiful stainless steel front and modern design features make the ACE-13 the perfect healthy accent for any kitchen.

Specifications: 

  • 1.7-12.5 pH Range*
  • Up to -1150 ORP*
  • Up to 1.8+ ppm Molecular Hydrogen*
  • Xtreme Molecular Hydrogen Boost and Turbo Boost
  • *Results Dependent on Source Water Conditions

Pricing: $3,995

The ACE-13 is the industry’s first quantity selection function. Start getting increased hydration, improved athletic performance, and faster recovery time with this at-home water system.

Learn more here.

4. Tyent Edge 9 Turbo

Tyent Edge-9 Turbo water ionizer.

The Edge-9 Turbo features the easiest way to replace your filters. The display indicates the filter usage on the LCD screen, allowing you to know exactly when it’s time to change your filters. Experience the most powerful electrolysis that works stably with platinum-coated round-mesh-hybrid plate technology. 

Specifications: 

  • Stainless Steel front panel & faucet
  • Colorful touch screen
  • JOG Dial for added convenience
  • Round Edges
  • Compact size with powerful performance

Pricing: $2,495

Learn more here!

FAQs on Kangen Water

We know you probably still have lots of questions about the Kangen water product. Is it the right product for you? Keep reading to learn more.

Is Kangen Water a scam?

The answer to this question isn’t absolute, and it’s up to you to come to your own conclusion. It’s important to be wary of the exaggerated claims and high costs of Kangen Water, as well as their MLM business model. 

MLM is multi-level marketing, also known as pyramid selling, giving many people profit over one single sale. There is much controversy over this marketing model as it can lead to higher priced products than they are actually worth and the grind of meeting quotas.

Is Kangen Water safe?

If you don’t care about bleach. It’s best to do thorough research and talk with healthcare professionals before making significant changes to your water consumption habits or investing in a Kangen water machine.

How does Kangen Water differ from regular tap water?

Kangen water is filtrated alkaline water using a water ionization system. Even with their big claims, the least Kangen water offers is purified water, more drinkable than regular tap water. 

Can acidic water disinfect or sanitize surfaces?

Yes, electrolyzed and acidic water are all-natural, organic, non-toxic, environmentally and ecologically safe cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting solutions.

The Bottom Line: Kangen vs Tyent

If Kangen machines were cheap, then fine–you get what I pay for, but Enagic sells water ionizers for way more money than their competitors.

Plus, Tyent beats out Kangen in: 

Water filter guru rankings/BBB rankings

While Enagic received an F BBB rating, Tyent received an A+ rating! This clearly shows the difference in water safety and quality. 

Tyent uses top-quality machines for the best hydrogen water. Our units are certified chemical and lead-free, which is why so many health professionals and wellness centers prefer Tyent over any other water ionizer manufacturer in the industry.

Long-lasting/Effectiveness 

When first comparing the electrolysis plate surface area, Kangen covers 245-280 inches while Tyent covers 455 inches. Kangen’s machines’ flow controls are all manual, while Tyent’s are automatic. There is only 1 filter with Kangen machines and 2 filters in our Tyent machines. 

The number of contaminants removed by Kangen machines is unknown because no report is available, while Tyent machines remove over 200 contaminants. Tyent’s machines are fully adjustable for hard water with 99 presets, while Kangen’s machines are not at all customized for hard water. The list goes on.

Trial Period Length

Kangen only offers a 3-day period for trial periods of their products. Tyent offers a full 75-day trial period for all of our machines. Kangen only offers a five-year warranty, while Tyent offers a lifetime warranty on parts and labor with no fine print and zero stipulations

Tyent USA 

Before choosing the best water ionizer for your home, learn where your new system will be stored, how you plan to use it, and how much you are willing to spend. Our selection includes various ionization systems that take only minutes to install. 

Tyent offers a full 75-day trial period and a lifetime guarantee on all our exclusive systems. Our Tyent machines offer the power, plates, and filtration needed to get the full benefits of hydrogen alkaline water you’re looking for. We believe we’ve created the highest-quality water ionization system in the industry.

If you have any questions or need help finding the right water ionizer for your home, don’t hesitate to contact Tyent today. 

The facts show themselves in this Kangen Water review comparing the Kangen machines to our Tyent ones. Improving your health matters, and our Tyent machines were made with you in mind to deliver top-quality water that is safe and effective.