Frizzlife MK99 vs Waterdrop 15UC
Only the Frizzlife MK99 is certified to reduce lead and cysts. Verdict: the Frizzlife MK99 for broader certified protection (3 vs 1 of the contaminants we track); the Waterdrop 15UC if running cost matters more. Replacement filters and water for 2 people cost about $40 a year on the Frizzlife MK99 and $15 on the Waterdrop 15UC; they cost $70 and $60 to buy.
| Frizzlife MK99 | Waterdrop 15UC | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Under-sink filter | Under-sink filter |
| Price | $70 | $60 |
| Filters + water a year (2 people) | $40 | $15 |
| Filter cost per gallon (rated life) | 2.5¢ | 0.2¢ |
| Gallons per day | — | — |
| Pure to drain | — | — |
| Installation | diy | diy |
| Lead | Certified | — |
| Chlorine | Certified | Certified |
| Cysts | Certified | — |