Accuracy (Chlorine Measurement) | Home pool maintenance, spa testing | Industry Standard: ±0.2 ppm (ISO 7393) Our Base: ±0.3 ppm (ASTM D3317) ▲ Our Advanced: ±0.1 ppm (ISO 7393) ▲▲ | Advanced ensures precise chemical dosing; Base balances cost and usability. | Base may require manual calibration for critical applications. |
Material Durability | High-frequency testing (e.g., hotels) | Industry: 500+ uses (ASTM D638) Base: 300 uses (plastic, ASTM D648 @ 100°C) ▲ Advanced: 800 uses (reinforced plastic, ASTM D638) ▲▲ | Advanced withstands heavy use; Base suits occasional home use. | Base may degrade faster in harsh chemical environments. |
Compliance Certification | Regulatory environments (e.g., resorts) | Industry: CE/FDA (ISO 13485) Base: Class II (FDA 21 CFR) ▲ Advanced: Class II + ISO 846 compliance ▲▲ | Advanced meets global export standards; Base covers basic regulatory needs. | Base lacks advanced certifications for specialized markets. |
Test Parameters | Spa owners, pool managers | Industry: 3-4 parameters (pH, chlorine, alkalinity) Base: 4 parameters (pH, chlorine, bromine, alkalinity) ▲ Advanced: 6 parameters (+ cyanuric acid, pH stability) ▲▲ | Advanced detects complex issues like stabilizer imbalance. | Base may miss critical metrics for spa water safety. |
Ease of Use | Homeowners, casual users | Industry: Requires training for accuracy Base: Color-matching strips (no training) ▲▲ Advanced: Digital reader + app (ISO 15197) ▲▲ | Base is intuitive for beginners; Advanced offers tech-driven precision. | Advanced requires battery replacement and tech literacy. |
Cost-Effectiveness | Budget-sensitive households | Industry: $20–$50/50 tests Base: $18/50 tests (plastic durability) ▲▲ Advanced: $35/50 tests (advanced features) ▲ | Base minimizes upfront costs; Advanced reduces long-term expenses via fewer errors. | Advanced may be overkill for occasional pool owners. |