Comparing RO and alkaline ion water purifiers: Which one to choose for your family?
1. Common points between RO water purifier and Alkaline Ionizer
RO water purifier: RO water purifier uses RO membrane with super small filter holes (0.0001 micrometer) to remove up to 99.99% of impurities, bacteria, pesticides, heavy metals,... ensuring pure output water, protecting the health of users. Alkaline Ionized Water Filter: Alkaline Ionized Water Filter uses electrolysis technology to separate water molecules into H+ and OH- ions. This process not only filters out impurities and harmful bacteria but also provides water rich in hydrogen and alkaline ions to help improve the health of users. |
Common points of RO water purifier and Alkaline Ionized water purifier:
- Uses: Provides clean and safe water by removing impurities and harmful bacteria.
- Design and price: Both product lines are diverse in design and price, helping customers easily choose according to their needs and financial ability.
2. Comparison of Alkaline Ionized Water Filter and RO Water Filter
Although they have the same purpose of use, RO and Alkaline Ion water purifiers have differences in operating principles, output water quality and price. Below is a detailed comparison table of these two types of water purifiers:
| Comparison criteria | RO water purifier | Alkaline Ionized Water Filter |
| Filter technology | RO (Reverse Osmosis) filtration technology | RO (Reverse Osmosis) filtration technology combined with Alkaline Hydrogen Ion core technology or Alkaline Hydrogen Ion electrolysis |
| Filter mechanism | Water is passed through an RO filter membrane with super small filter holes, removing 99.99% of impurities, bacteria, viruses, heavy metals,... | Stage 1: The water will first pass through the RO membrane, this process removes impurities and creates pure water. Stage 2: Once the water has been purified, it is sent to the electrolysis chamber. Here, the water is separated into two types: alkaline water (high pH and rich in hydrogen) and acidic water. This process creates "nutritious" water containing H+ ions. |
| Input water source | Suitable for domestic water such as tap water and well water. | Should use tap water and well water for daily activities. |
| Output water quality | Pure water with natural sweetness, can be used directly. | The output water is alkaline ionized water rich in nutrients and has a natural sweet taste. |
| Effects of output water on health | Prevent digestive diseases. |
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| Average price | 3,690,000 to 5,890,000 VND | 5,600,000 - 25,800,000 VND |
2.1. Filtration technology
RO water purifier is equipped with reverse osmosis membrane filtration technology combined with basic coarse filter cores. This technology is capable of pushing water through a filter membrane with ultra-small filter slots, effectively removing impurities, bacteria, viruses and heavy metals.
Alkaline Ionized Water Purifier uses an electrolyzer with titanium electrode plates. After passing through a basic filter to remove impurities and bacteria, the input water enters the electrolyzer for separation. Acidic water is retained at the positive electrode, while alkaline ionized water is collected at the negative electrode. The electrolysis process also uses electric current to separate Oxygen (O2) and Hydrogen (H2), creating water with a high density of dissolved Hydrogen.
2.2. Filtration mechanism
With RO water purifier, the filtration mechanism works as follows:
- Pass raw water through the initial filter cores (cores 1, 2, 3) to remove large impurities such as alum, mud, and pesticide molecules.
- RO water purifier uses high pressure (400 - 1000 Psi) created by a booster pump to push water through the RO membrane. The RO membrane is effective in removing heavy metal ions, bacteria, toxins and carcinogens.
- After passing through the RO membrane, clean water will be stored in the water tank, the waste water will be pushed out and can be reused when needed. The filtration efficiency is usually 40% (with 10 liters of input water, the filtration mechanism can process 4 liters of clean water and 6 liters of waste water).
- When you turn on the faucet, clean water from the tank will pass through additional filter cores (cores 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 or 9). These cores are responsible for adding minerals necessary for the body, neutralizing acids, and balancing the pH of the output water.

Mutosi Slitec RO membrane has achieved international certification NSF/ANSI 58, the global standard for RO filtration systems of NFS (National Sanitation Foundation under WHO)
The water filtration process of the Alkaline Ion water purifier operates based on the principle of electrolysis, including two stages:
- Through RO membrane: The input water source will be passed through a smart filter with many special filter cores. These filter cores help remove toxic substances such as lead, chlorine, residue from water treatment, rust, metals from old water pipes, as well as impurities and bacteria. After the filtration process, the water is not only clean but also retains natural minerals necessary for the body such as calcium, potassium, sodium, and magnesium.
- Electrolysis: The filtered water will be fed into the electrolysis chamber, which uses membrane electrolysis technology, a proprietary technology of Mutosi in the Mutosi Hydrogen Pro alkaline ionizer line. The technology is improved from membrane-less electrolysis by adding a membrane between the electrode plates. At the cathode, electrons (e-) combine with positive hydrogen ions (H+) to create hydrogen gas (H2) and hydroxide ions (OH-), creating alkaline ionized water. Acidic ionized water is created at the anode. Membrane electrolysis technology helps improve water quality and enhance the antioxidant properties of hydrogen water.
2.3. Input water source
Tap water and well water are common input water sources for both RO water purifiers and alkaline ionized water purifiers. For the filtration and electrolysis process to take place effectively, the input water source must ensure a certain level of cleanliness. In case the water source contains many impurities, it is necessary to conduct preliminary treatment before entering the purifier.
2.4. Initial water quality go out
The output water quality of both RO and alkaline ion water purifiers can be used directly. However, you need to consider the following factors:
- About taste: Water from RO purifier has a natural sweet taste, easy to drink due to the complete removal of unpleasant impurities, while Alkaline Ionized water has a light and sweet taste due to retaining natural minerals.
- About pH: RO water purifier provides pure water with neutral pH, suitable for daily drinking needs, while Alkaline Ionized water has high alkalinity to help balance pH in the body and enhance digestive function.
- About nutrients in water: Alkaline Ionized Water from the filter has a high hydrogen content, which helps to strongly fight oxidation, reduce the risk of aging and chronic diseases. Mutosi water filter provides output water that fully meets the standards of the Ministry of Health, ensuring safety and good health for users.

The output water from Mutosi's water purifier is certified for direct drinking water according to the QCVN 6-1:2010/BYT standard of the Ministry of Health.
2.5. Effects of output water on health
Water from Mutosi's RO and alkaline ionizers both meet the Ministry of Health's direct drinking water standards, ensuring safe quality for users without the need to boil. However, the output water from alkaline ionizers is rated higher thanks to its ability to retain minerals and be rich in hydrogen, with natural alkalinity and strong antioxidant properties. In addition, alkaline hydrogen ionized water also supports the digestive system and has the ability to prevent cardiovascular diseases and diabetes.
2.6. Cost
Mutosi's RO water purifiers and Alkaline Ionized water purifiers have competitive prices, meeting the needs of a wide range of customers.
RO water purifiers cost from 3,690,000 to 5,890,000 VND , depending on the technology and features of each model. Meanwhile, Alkaline Ion water purifiers cost from 5,690,000 to 25,800,000 VND , providing mineral-rich and highly alkaline water with many health benefits. At Mutosi, you can own these quality products at reasonable prices, suitable for all needs and budgets.

Alkaline water ionizers cost more but come with many health benefits
3. Should I choose RO water purifier or alkaline ionizer?
Below are important criteria that you should consider carefully to choose the product that best suits your needs and requirements:
When should you use RO water purifier?
- Usage: For the need to use drinking water directly without boiling, RO water purifier is the right choice. RO filtration technology is effective in removing impurities, bacteria and heavy metals, ensuring the supply of pure water and meeting high quality standards. Advanced filtration technology helps remove most impurities, bacteria and heavy metals, providing pure water with a natural sweet taste. of course
- Economic conditions: For families with limited budgets or looking for an effective water purifier solution at optimal cost, RO water purifiers are the ideal choice. RO water purifiers have reasonable prices, ranging from 3,690,000 to 5,890,000 VND, suitable for many features and usage needs.
When to use Alkaline Ionizer
- Usage: Alkaline Ionized Water Filter is the ideal choice for customers who need to use mineral-supplemented drinking water with high pH to balance the acid in the body. In particular, Alkaline Ionized Water Filter is the ideal choice for families with young children, the elderly, or people with digestive problems. This filter line has the ability to maintain acid-base balance and provide water with strong antioxidant properties.
- Economic conditions: Alkaline Ionized Water Filter is a superior solution, not only providing pure water but also adding essential minerals for health. With many prices from 5,690,000 to 25,800,000 VND, Alkaline Ionized Water Filter uses advanced technology, is a more improved version of RO water filter and is a worthy investment for the family.
Mutosi encourages you to choose Alkaline Ionized Water Purifier, the optimal solution for your family. With more than 100 years of research and development, the Alkaline Ionized Hydrogen Water Purifier line has been widely used in many countries such as: Japan, Korea, USA,... Thereby, it can be affirmed that Mutosi's products not only provide pure and mineral-rich water but also meet international quality standards.

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4. Refer to Top 4 Hydrogen Alkaline Ionized Water Filters
Below are the 4 best-selling Hydrogen water purifier models at Mutosi, with prices ranging from 8,390,000 to 20,000,000 VND.
4.1. Hydrogen Alkaline Ion Water Purifier MP-S106H
Mutosi's MP-S106H Hydrogen Alkaline Water Ionizer is equipped with advanced RO filtration technology, effectively removing harmful substances, providing mineral-rich water with strong antioxidant properties, supporting pH balance and enhancing resistance.
- Price: 8,390,000 VND
- Suitable for: Family of 4-6 people
- Design: Compact design, suitable for modern kitchens
Learn more about Hydrogen Alkaline Water Ionizer MP-S106H

Mutosi's MP-S106H Hydrogen Alkaline Water Ionizer provides mineral-rich water with powerful antioxidants.
4.2. Hydrogen Alkaline Ion Water Purifier MP-S109H
In addition to the MP-S106H product line, Mutosi also offers you the optimal solution to protect your health and balance your body with the MP-S109H Hydrogen Alkaline Ion water purifier. The product stands out with 10 powerful filtration levels, supporting the body's pH balance, reducing stomach pain symptoms and preventing diseases such as gout and diabetes.
- Price: 11,890,000 VND style="text-align:justify"> Suitable for: Family of 4-6 people
- Design: Vertical, easy to install in many locations in the house
Hydrogen Alkaline Ion Water Purifier MP-S109H stands out with 10 filter levels, cleaning up to 99.99% of impurities
4.3. Hydrogen Alkaline Ion Water Purifier MP-S1021H
The MP-S1021H water purifier stands out with its ability to create hydrogen-rich alkaline ionized water, which helps reduce oxidation, neutralize free radicals and enhance resistance. The machine also helps reduce inflammation and relieve pain symptoms caused by rheumatoid arthritis.
- Price: 11,890,000 VND
- Suitable for: Family of 4-6 people
- Design: Compact, space saving for small apartments

Water purifier MP-S1021H is a compact solution for modern apartments
4.4 Mutosi Hydrogen Pro Plus Alkaline Ion Water Purifier MP-F081-HC4H5
Continuing the superior features of the Hydrogen Alkaline Ion water purifier line, Mutosi Hydrogen Pro Plus MP-F081-HC4H5 excels with its 2 separate faucet design, allowing water to be taken in 4 modes: Hot - Cold - Pure - Hydrogen. The product is also integrated with smart anti-overflow sensor technology and saves 84% of electricity thanks to instant heating technology.
- Price: 20,000,000 VND
- Suitable for: Office or large family of 8-10 people
- Design: Luxurious, versatile, suitable for large kitchens or offices

MP-F081-HC4H5 with instant heating technology - saves 84% of electricity
Through the article, Mutosi has provided the information you need to know to compare RO water purifiers and Alkaline Ion water purifiers , helping customers easily make choices for their families. To choose the right product, you can receive support and product advice at hotline 1900 636 595 or refer to the products on the website Mutosi.com.