Filtration Efficiency | Multi-pet households, sensitive pets | Industry Standard: 90% particulate removal (basic carbon) Our Base: 95% removal (activated carbon, NSF/ANSI 42) Our Advanced: 99.9% removal (3-layer activated carbon + silver-ion) | ▲▲▲ Superior water purity for health-sensitive pets ▲▲ Reduces algae growth | ▲ Base: Requires frequent replacement Advanced: Higher upfront cost |
Noise Level | Quiet environments (e.g., bedrooms) | Industry Standard: 40 dBA (comparable to a whisper) Our Base: 35 dBA (ISO 3744 certified) Our Advanced: 30 dBA (ultra-quiet fan design) | ▲▲ Advanced: Ideal for sleep areas Base: Meets most household needs | Advanced: Slightly heavier unit due to soundproofing |
Material Durability | High-traffic pet areas | Industry Standard: Standard carbon block (6-month lifespan) Our Base: Reinforced carbon (12 months, ASTM D543) Our Advanced: Silver-ion treated carbon (18 months, ISO 17025) | ▲▲▲ Advanced: 3x longer lifespan vs. standard Base: Resists deformation | Advanced: Requires proper storage to maintain integrity |
Capacity | Large households, multiple pets | Industry Standard: 2L water reservoir Our Base: 2.2L (ISO 9807 verified) Our Advanced: 4L (doubles refill frequency) | ▲▲ Advanced: Reduces refills by 50% Base: Compact for small spaces | Advanced: Bulkier design may limit placement options |
Maintenance Ease | Busy pet owners | Industry Standard: 30-day filter replacement Our Base: 45-day replacement (easy-click installation) Our Advanced: 60-day replacement + visual indicator | ▲▲▲ Advanced: Alerts owners before clogging Base: Tool-free filter swap | Advanced: Requires app setup for notifications |
Chemical Resistance | Chlorine-heavy tap water | Industry Standard: Basic chlorine reduction Our Base: 99% chlorine removal (ASTM D3514) Our Advanced: Removes 99.9% chlorine + heavy metals (NSF 53) | ▲▲ Advanced: Safe for sensitive pets Base: Meets EPA drinking water standards | Advanced: Slightly slower water flow rate |