8 best water coolers

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.

Water coolers are useful not only in offices, they can be seen in kindergartens and schools, health centers and other places where people spend time. It is impractical to select the same device for all cases – the devices differ according to different criteria. The experts present a quick tour of the right water cooler and a ranking of the top 8 devices.

How to choose a water cooler

To make the right choice of a cooler, evaluate it according to the following criteria:

1. Desktop or floor models. The most compact coolers are desktop ones: they work almost silently, can cool water and are very lightweight. They can be placed on a table or shelf in the kitchen or office. Suitable for small rooms with minimal traffic or for a family of 2-3 people – do not put a large bottle on them. Floor units are more powerful, they heat and cool water, the design resembles a small cabinet – it can have an additional shelf for dishes or a holder for a second bottle.
2. The type of cooling is traditional compressor or modern electronic. Compressor devices are cheaper, they work on the principle of a refrigerator with the participation of a refrigerant and heat exchange, quickly cool water, but also require careful handling, transportation only in an upright position. The principle of operation of electronic coolers is based on the passage of current through plates of different alloys. The temperature change occurs at the soldering points of the metal elements. Electronic devices are safer, the principle of thermoregulation is used in children's models and other compact devices.
3. The type of control system is electronic or mechanical. Pump mechanical models are cheap and reliable, so that water flows, you need to press a lever or a button. The disadvantage of these is the minimum functionality aimed only at maintaining the set temperature. Electronic devices are equipped with temperature sensors, touch control buttons, the option of germicidal treatment, descaling, etc.
4. Water supply method – top or bottom. In a top feed cooler, the bottle is installed downward with its neck above the crane structure, this is the main drawback – efforts are required to replace a heavy container. For bottom-fed designs, the bottle is installed in a closed cabinet with the neck up. They are more aesthetic, water is supplied by a pump or a hand pump.
5. Additional functions have already been mentioned: carbonation, ozonation, filtration, bacteriological purification, etc. Their presence increases the price of the device.

Which water cooler is better electronic or compressor

The main factor of choice is the type of maintenance and temperature change. Let's compare compressor and electronic coolers in the table:

Parameter	Cooler type
	Compressor	Electronic
Performance	from 2 l / hour	from 1 l / hour
Temperature range	+5 – + 10 ° C	+12 – + 15 ° C
Work item	Freon, heat transfer reactions	Thermoelectric Peltier elements
Room requirements	Not	Thorough ventilation and dust free required
Operation requirements	Check the tightness of the tubes, transport in an upright position	Cooling of electric fans and cleaning of dust from the installation surface is required
Price	From 4 800 rubles	Compact models from 3,000 rubles

Compressor coolers are optimal for office and administrative premises with a large flow of people, it is advisable to purchase electronic coolers for a home or a children's institution.

Rating of the best water coolers

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Best Desktop Water Coolers	1	AEL TC-AEL-31	11 400 rub.
	2	HotFrost D65EN	RUB 4,900
	3	Ecotronic H1-T	RUB 10,900
	4	Aqua Work 36-TDN-ST	RUB 4,550
The best floor standing coolers	1	HotFrost 350ANET	RUB 22,500
	2	Aqua Work 833-S-B	RUB 15,500
	3	VATTEN V45QKB	RUB 16,000
	4	Ecotronic H1-L	RUB 10,900

Best Desktop Water Coolers

Tabletop dispensers are designed for small families and groups. The bottle in such devices is installed from above. The undoubted advantage of the units is their low weight, the coolers can be placed on a window sill, countertop or shelf, if necessary, they can be carried or moved without effort.

AEL TC-AEL-31

Rating: 4.9

The miniature cooler AEL TC-AEL-31 with a powerful compressor providing a water temperature range from 10 to 900C takes the first place in the rating. At the same time, the productivity of the device in cooling mode is 2 l / h at a flow rate of 110 W, and in heating mode – up to 5 l / h at a flow rate of 550 W, which is quite good for a compact water dispenser. By the way, temperature regulation can be turned off altogether, then the output will only be water at room temperature. The bottle is installed on top, traditionally for desktop coolers, and the dimensions of the 31x42x49 cm unit allow you to put the device on any free space in the office, at home and in other rooms.

The AEL TC-AEL-31 cooler has a silvery body and a presentable appearance, suitable for any interior. Control buttons complement the exterior, they are convenient for regulating the operation of equipment. The average price of a cooler is 11,400 rubles.

Advantages

• Universal design with control buttons;
• 3 taps for hot, cold and room temperature water;
• Relatively low energy consumption;
• Compact dimensions.

disadvantages

• High price for a small cooler.

HotFrost D65EN

Rating: 4.8

In second place is the black compact device HotFrost D65EN, which differs from other coolers in its special elegance, respectability and smooth lines. The device has electronic control, therefore it heats water to 900C at a rate of 4 liters per hour, spending 420 W, and only cools 0.6 l / hour to 10-150 with an energy consumption of 80 W. On the one hand, the cooler is more economical compared to the leader AEL, but less efficient, which is more important when choosing a device for supplying water. In addition, the unit does not supply liquid at room temperature, it has only 2 taps. But there is a lock from children – they will not be able to make a flood on a table or other stand.

The HotFrost D65EN weighs only 4 kg, without a bottle it can be easily moved or carried. The drain pan under the taps is easy to clean, which is also important for hygiene. The cooler is purchased mainly for offices, stylized kitchens in dark colors. The device can be purchased for 4,500 rubles.

Advantages

• Elegant exterior in black body;
• Taps for convenient water supply;
• Relatively low energy consumption;
• Childproof; 2g
• ode to the guarantee;

disadvantages

• Poor performance;
• Short network cable.

Ecotronic H1-T

Rating: 4.7

The Ecotronic H1-T water cooler can be purchased in black, white or gold. It has a striking silver (golden) insert on the facade with a panel of indicator lights. The main difference from analogs in the category of budget coolers is a collapsible non-welded stainless steel tank, which is easy to care for and maintain. Crane fittings are also made of stainless steel, which prolongs their service life.

Cooling and heating the water in the cooler is the work of a low-noise compressor of a high quality class: they bring the liquid to 940C all 5 liters in one hour, to 50C – 3 liters, which can be confidently called good results. Energy costs at the same time 90 and 500 W are average values ​​in the category. The device is leak-proof.

The taps are not protected from children, the cooler weighs 12 kg! A bit heavy for a tabletop model. You can buy Ecotronic H1-T from 8,700 rubles.

Advantages

• Increased temperature range + 5 … + 94 С;
• Collapsible tank for easy maintenance and repair;
• Convenient bottom cleaning;
• High performance;
• Silent compressor with a 123 month warranty from the manufacturer.

disadvantages

• Large weight;
• No blocking of the hot tap;
• It is inconvenient to press the tap with a plastic cup – the feed is tight.

Aqua Work 36-TDN-ST

Rating: 4.6

The fourth place in the rating is the electronic dispenser Aqua Work 36-TDN-ST in a white case. Compared to previous models, it is the most voracious in heating mode – 700 W at a heating rate of up to 900C up to 7 liters of water, this is an excellent indicator for an electronic cooler. With cooling, everything is average – 120C for one hour, 1 liter of water with a cost of 70 watts.

The dispenser has a 'turbo heating' option to quickly bring the water hot. It can be turned on by pressing the touch key on the digital display, which shows the temperature of the liquid. The 'eco' mode conserves energy by making the unit operate at a moderate power level. To pour water into a mug, you need to press the dishes on the rear lever under the tap – traditionally and conveniently. The dispenser weighs only 3.4 kg without bottle. It is determined by a plastic case and simple internal mechanisms. However, the manufacturer gives it a 2 year warranty.

Aqua Work 36-TDN-ST is a compact and attractive unit with average characteristics, which can be bought for 4,500 rubles.

Advantages

• Relatively high water heating rate;
• Reliable compressor with a two-year quality guarantee;
• Energy saving and fast heating mode;
• Light weight;
• Display and touch controls.

disadvantages

• Highest energy consumption in a category in heating mode;
• Primitive design.

The best floor standing coolers

Floor-standing dispensers are fundamental devices installed in the corridors of offices and administrative buildings. They have great performance due to the high flow of water consumption. In inexpensive models, the bottle is installed mainly at the top, in more representative models – at the bottom. Places with a good cooler don't need a kettle!

HotFrost 350ANET

Rating: 5.0

The multifunctional cooler HotFrost 350ANET has incorporated the best of innovative technologies and design solutions. Its body is made in two variations: champagne metallic (Gold) or silver (Silver) combined with black. Both look presentable and aristocratic, suitable for any interiors without exception. The bottle will not spoil the exterior – it is installed in the lower cabinet, closed with a door, thus the water is protected from light and retains its useful properties better. The facade is complemented by a transparent door in the feed area for added hygiene and aesthetics.

Looking ahead, we note that the HotFrost 350ANET is the only cooler in the rating with a bottom bottle placement.

The cooler is controlled by touch on a digital panel with temperature indicators, and the type of cooling is electronic, almost silent.

Feature HotFrost 350ANET – the presence in the design of a liter container for boiling water, which replaces a conventional kettle, acts as a thermal pot, maintaining the temperature of a small volume of water. Water is heated in a volume of up to 8 l / h to a temperature of 990C with an energy consumption of 1100 W, cooled to 0.6 l / h to 10-15 degrees at 75 W. It is strange that such a productive device does not regulate the water temperature, but the manufacturer took standard temperature values ​​as a basis, so users have no complaints.

For safe operation, the cooler has a water supply limiter and child protection, which, by the way, is quite convenient to use the device – the taps are located at a height of 0.87 m.

The average price of the HotFrost 350ANET is 22,500 rubles.

Advantages

• Spectacular body colors;
• Built-in kettle (stainless steel tank for 1 liter);
• Plastic tank with a volume of 0.6 for chilled water;
• Electronic silent cooling and heating;
• The filling is started by pressing and holding the touch button through one tap;
• Removable drip tray;
• Concealed bottom installation bottle;
• Effective energy consumption 0.60 kWh / day;
• 2 year warranty.

disadvantages

• No temperature regulation;
• There is only one tap for cold and hot water, you need to choose the right feed button.

Aqua Work 833-S-B

Rating: 4.9

In second place is a device that combines a cooler for hot, cold and water at room temperature and a refrigerator with two shelves in the lower part with a volume of 20 liters. Such a unit is ideal for the office – it localizes around itself a dining area, where you can remove food or snacks before lunch or coffee break. However, because of the fridge, there is no place for a bottle at the bottom, it is installed on top, which makes the exterior of the cooler partially inferior to the leader.

The type of temperature regulator is compressor, it heats water up to 900C per hour in a volume of up to 5 liters, and cools 1 liter to 100C. The device spends 420 and 112 watts, respectively. There is no temperature regulation, but there is a heating indicator on the facade. Water is supplied by pressing and holding a button; there are toggle switches for starting heating and cooling. The cup holder is provided with a magnetic or threaded mount.

The unique Aqua Work service is changing the color and design of the case with vinyl films of different textures from gloss to corduroy with a monochromatic coating or a color pattern. Of course, it is easy to order films from the manufacturer, it will be enough to just stick them on. On the other hand, you can purchase similar films and not waste time waiting.

The average price of Aqua Work 833-S-B is 15,500 rubles.

Advantages

• Refrigerator and cooler 2-in-1;
• Heating water with minimal energy consumption;
• There is a tap for each water temperature;
• High-quality assembly;
• Low price for such a device.

disadvantages

• The bottle is installed from above;
• Relatively noisy work;
• There is no digital panel and temperature control.

VATTEN V45QKB

Rating: 4.8

In third place is another unit, a combined cooler and a VATTEN V45QKB refrigerator with a compressor. The upper block has three taps for water at room temperature, hot and cold. By the way, for heating and cooling, the unit spends 650 and 120 W, respectively – these are average indicators with a volume of water per hour of 6 and 2 liters. To reduce energy costs, the design provides a 3-liter cold water tank and 1 liter hot water tank. The supply is carried out as in the previous models of coolers by pressing a button; there is a child lock on the hot tap. The bottle is installed from above.

The lower block of the device is a compact refrigerator with a 20 liter chamber. It has 1 shelf, which can be moved vertically to the desired height to accommodate dishes of a certain height.

The average price of VATTEN V45QKB is 16,000 rubles.

Advantages

• Cooler with three taps and a refrigerator in the lower section;
• Mechanical convenient buttons for water supply;
• Heating, cooling and power indicator lights;
• Stainless steel water tanks;
• Moderate power consumption;
• 2 year warranty.

disadvantages

• Prim design;
• The refrigerator does not have a handle on the door, it is not the most convenient opening.

Ecotronic H1-L

Rating: 4.7

The rating of floor-standing coolers is completed by Ecotronic H1-L – a nice dispenser for two taps with top placement of the bottle, no additional cabinets are provided by the design. The working mechanism is a compressor. It operates relatively silently, cooling water down to 3 l / h at 90 W, or heating 9 l / h at a cost of 500 W. For hot and cold water, there are temperature-keeping tanks of 1.2 and 4 liters, respectively. A tap with a rear valve is brought to them, which will have to be pressed with a mug to fill it. At the same time, there is no protection for the boiling water tap, it is not blocked from children. But there is protection against leaks, and it really works – experts did not find any complaints about puddles under the device in any of the reviews.

The cooler has no control, only switches and indicator lights for the device. The manufacturer provides a 12-month warranty for Ecotronic H1-L. Its average price is 10,000 rubles.

Advantages

• Classic case of a combination of silver and blue; Two to
• wound with feeding by pressing a mug;
• Optimal speed of heating and cooling water;
• Low power consumption;
• Reliable protection against leaks;
• Relatively affordable price.

disadvantages

• Lack of temperature regulation;
• No blocking of the hot water tap;
• Upper bottle placement, no locker when the lower unit is not used.

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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.