8 best taps for drinking water

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Modern residents of Russia are paying more and more attention to their health. Therefore, they put the quality of drinking water at the forefront. In many cities and villages, there are many impurities in the water, which can be eliminated with the help of an aquafilter. Since the use of filtered water for domestic needs is expensive, homeowners have to install an additional tap in the kitchen by connecting it to a filter. The domestic market has a wide selection of all kinds of mixers, so it is easy for a potential buyer to get confused. The recommendations of our experts will help you find the best option for your house or apartment.

Recommendations for choosing a mixer for drinking water

Mixer type. You can supply drinking water using two types of mixers.

1. Drinking taps are compact and simple devices. They are additionally installed next to the kitchen mixer on the sink or in the worktop. Drinking water supply is controlled by one handle.
2. Combined models allow you to get both tap and drinking water from one spout. Such taps are equipped with two handles, one of them is responsible for supplying water from the filter, and the other for the untreated liquid. There is a tube inside the spout, thanks to which the streams are separated. The advantages of combined products include saving space in the kitchen, and the disadvantage will be the high price and more complex installation.

Material. In the manufacture of taps for drinking water, manufacturers most often use two types of metals.

1. Stainless steel is resistant to oxidation processes. It is safe for human health and durable in operation. The only drawback is the high cost of the material.
2. Brass, unlike stainless steel, is prone to corrosion. Therefore, in the manufacture of a crane, metal parts are subjected to galvanic treatment. The most effective technology with high decorative properties is chrome plating.

Functionality. When choosing a drinking tap, you should pay attention to several technical characteristics that will affect the ease of use in the future.

1. The height of the spout above the level of the sink or countertop is selected taking into account the dishes into which drinking water will be poured. It is advisable to know this size before purchasing a crane.
2. The swivel mechanism of the spout makes it easier to draw water. Some models limit the swivel angle to 90 degrees, while others swivel 180 degrees. Some manufacturers equip their products with flexible spouts with wide angle adjustment possibilities.

We have selected the 8 best drinking water taps for our review. All of them are sold in the Russian trade network.

Rating of the best taps for drinking water

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Rating of the best taps for drinking water	1	Lemark Villa LM4840B	4 170 RUB
	2	Nicolazzi Traditional 1435 CR 11 Cucina	16 540 rub.
	3	Clever Caiman Elegance 97104	RUB 3,300
	4	Aquaphor isp. 3 for filter	1 640 RUB
	5	Aquanet Steel AF210-91S	RUB 2,290
	6	Geyser No. 8 flexible	RUB 1,890
	7	Aquaphor C125	RUB 7 093
	8	Geyser No. 1 keyboard	651 r

Lemark Villa LM4840B

Rating: 4.9

The Czech drinking water tap Lemark Villa LM4840B won our experts over with its luxurious appearance. The coating of the metal structure has a noble matte texture. The height of the spout in relation to the sink is 231 mm. The model is easy to install; a hole with a diameter of 30 mm must be made in the sink or countertop. The valve head is made of wear-resistant ceramic. The manufacturer includes an adapter for connecting a hose from a drinking filter, fasteners and decorative elements. The crane becomes the winner of our review.

Users are impressed by European quality, exquisite style, ease of installation, ease of rotation. The downside is the inaccuracy of the size of the washer and the decorative ring.

Advantages

• high-quality manufacturing;
• luxurious appearance;
• ease of installation;
• ease of rotation.

disadvantages

• oversized washer and ring.

Nicolazzi Traditional 1435 CR 11 Cucina

Rating: 4.8

The Italian Nicolazzi Traditional 1435 CR 11 Cucina crane is made in a retro style. The base of the product, like the spout, is made of brass. The decorative effect of the model is given by a classic chrome finish. The spout draws particular attention. It has a curved G-shape. The spout is 158 mm long and 237 mm high. The manufacturer has equipped its product with single-lever controls and flexible connections. The experts appreciated not only the Italian style, but also the reliability of the structure. The warranty period of the crane is 5 years. The silver position in the review is explained by the cosmic cost.

In our country, there are still few happy owners of a beautiful crane. They are delighted with the design of the sanitary ware and the ease of use. The high price restrains the impulse of potential buyers.

Advantages

• retro style;
• high-quality manufacturing;
• easy installation;
• reliability.

disadvantages

• high price.

Clever Caiman Elegance 97104

Rating: 4.7

The Spanish faucet Clever Caiman Elegance 97104 is designed for installation in drinking water mains. The model has a modern look, brass body, spout and jib faucet are covered with decorative high-gloss chrome. You can mount the plumbing device both on the sink and on the countertop. The single-lever control is based on a ceramic journal, the handle is rotated 90 degrees. The length of the curved spout is 140 mm. The experts liked the long warranty period (5 years), which indicates the reliability of the product.

Users praise the faucet for its stylish appearance, quality workmanship, smooth rotation of the spout and handle. Some consumers criticize the model for its rustic spout shape and poor jet direction.

Advantages

• beautiful chrome finish;
• comfortable handle;
• easy rotation of the spout;
• 5-year warranty.

disadvantages

• not the most successful form of spout.

Aquaphor isp. 3 for filter

Rating: 4.6

The Russian crane Aquaphor isp is made in high-tech style. 3. It is designed to be connected to clean drinking water that passes through the filter. Experts recommend this model to young and advanced housewives. The radial bend with 180 degree rotation of the tube makes the spout effective and convenient, it easily rotates around its axis. The flow is switched using a ceramic pair. All metal elements of Aquaphor are coated with a glossy chrome layer. The model stops one step away from the prize pedestal.

Domestic consumers liked the appearance, complete set, affordable price. The tap quietly supplies water, the pressure is infinitely adjustable. Of the minuses, the fragility of the ceramic pair is noted (3-4 years), it is difficult to find a spare part even in Moscow.

Advantages

• stylish design;
• affordable price;
• noiselessness;
• smooth adjustment.

disadvantages

• short-lived ceramic pair.

Aquanet Steel AF210-91S

Rating: 4.5

The Russian Aquanet Steel AF210-91S crane looks worthy against the background of foreign competitors. The model attracted the attention of experts with its high spout (249 mm). It has a radial tube bend. The manufacturer used high-strength steel as the main material, after special processing it acquired a matte satin color. A complete set of fasteners and a flexible water supply hose are included with the tap. The device can be mounted both on the sink and on the countertop. A ceramic cartridge is used as a closing element.

Domestic housewives liked the smooth turn of the spout, its high location above the sink, and its ease of use. The disadvantage of the model is the inconvenient position of the handle and the unbent shape of the spout.

Advantages

• high strength;
• 5-year warranty;
• ease of installation;
• ease of use.

disadvantages

• inconvenient position of the handle.

Geyser No. 8 flexible

Rating: 4.4

An interesting design of a drinking tap was implemented by a Russian manufacturer in the model Geyser No. 8. He equipped his product with a flexible spout. Thanks to this solution, the user can change the angle of inclination of the water. The metal braid of the spout is chrome-plated, as is the body with the rotary valve. The experts praised the manufacturer for the maintainability of the sanitary ware. The isolation valve cartridge can be removed from the body for repair or replacement as needed. The set includes washers and a collet nut for mounting on a sink or countertop.

According to consumers, the main advantages of the model are ease of use, affordable price and maintainability. The disadvantages are a non-rotating spout and short-lived sealing elements.

Advantages

• flexible spout;
• affordable price;
• easy installation;
• maintainability.

disadvantages

• begins to drip after six months;
• spout does not rotate.

Aquaphor C125

Rating: 4.3

When both drinking and tap water should flow from one tap, experts recommend paying attention to the domestic development of Aquaphor C125. Each type of water has its own shut-off valve, the handles are externally different in size. For the manufacture of the case, the manufacturer used food grade stainless steel. The spout has a rotary design (180 degrees), a ceramic cartridge plays the role of a shut-off valve. A unique aerator of the well-known company Neoperl, as well as a separate stainless steel pipe, are installed to separate the streams of drinking and tap water. According to the developers, the product should last more than 30 years.

Potential buyers are confused by the high price of the combination crane. And the weight of the model turned out to be quite large 2.31 kg.

Advantages

• quality materials;
• the possibility of supplying two highways;
• unique aerator;
• durability.

disadvantages

• high price;
• great weight.

Geyser No. 1 keyboard

Rating: 4.2

The most affordable drinking tap in our review was the keyboard model Geyser No. 1. The manufacturer recommends using the product together with a filtration system of the same company. Experts do not see any difficulties in installing a faucet; it can be installed both in the sink and in the countertop. The kit contains all the necessary parts for installation. The device weighs only 0.27 kg. The body and the spout tube are made of stainless steel; the unit is chrome-plated as a decorative finish. The control key is made of plastic, due to which the developers managed to lighten the model. Geyser No. 1 in our review is located far from the first line of the pedestal. There are good reasons for this.

Users are unhappy with the short lifespan. Within a year, control problems appear, the valve sticks.

Advantages

• low price;
• easy installation;
• ease;
• nice appearance.

disadvantages

• short-lived shut-off valve;
• difficult to regulate the pressure.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.