Ok, so why does this machine cost $3,995.00? Quite simply- because it is sold
through Multi level marketing and many levels of down line get paid every time
one is sold. We are not part of this multilevel marketing group but do have
access to these machines for our customers who want them. We were impressed with
the build quality of this machine and it had the fastest flow rate we have
tested to date. So why did it only score a 7.5? First let's be clear, the SD501
produces the same quality water the higher scoring machines produce, but there
are the bells and whistles that largely contribute to our scores. We did not
like the fact that this machine could only be connected via faucet diverter and
could not be plumbed directly to the cold supply under the sink. (It does have
the nicest faucet diverter we have seen) We don't like the fact that it uses a
salt solution for making the super water that needs to be re-purchased ($3.00)
constantly. We also were not impressed with the cleaning cycle that occurs every
12 hours and keeps you from using the machine during cleaning. We will say that
the machine when tested side by side with the Jupiter Melody had slightly better
performance in the super numbers but was almost even in the normal drinking
levels. What this machine has going for it, is its fast flow rate which can
support restaurant type uses and its rugged build quality which again would
stand up to commercial use. Some people are using this machine to produce “water
for sale” at up to $8.00 per gallon! Even at its current price we can say for
specific needs this machine is still a good buy.If you need to produce a large amount of ionized water daily you should consider this machine
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Chart:Built Quality: 9.2
Ease of installation and daily use: 8
Look of the Machine: 8
Cleaning Cycle: 7
Strong PH and Acidic Water: 9
Number and type of plates/electrodes : 7 Titanium
Flow Rates: Fast
Waste Water: 50%
Warranty: 5 Years
Filter Replacement costs: $100.00
Alkalinity levels: 9.0 - 11.5
Acid Levels: 2.5 - 6.8
ORP level: -220 to -820
Chlorine levels: 0 ppm
Taste: good
Overall raiting : 7.5
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