For most Australian households and offices, yes — a water cooler is worth it. Here’s an honest look at the benefits, costs, and who gets the most value.
Our Awesome Water Coolers include a built-in 8-stage KDF filter bottle — so you’re getting filtered water, not just chilled tap water. That means no chlorine taste, no heavy metals, and genuinely better-tasting water every time. Hot water for tea and coffee is available instantly without a kettle.
Encourages More Water Drinking
Having cold, filtered water readily accessible genuinely increases how much water people drink — particularly children. If your household struggles to drink enough water, a cooler makes a noticeable difference.
Replaces Bottled Water
A household spending $30–$50/week on bottled water will recoup the cost of a water cooler within a few months. Filtered cooler water costs a fraction of a cent per litre vs $1–3+ per litre for bottled water.
Convenient for Offices
In an office environment, a water cooler eliminates the need for individual bottled water purchases, reduces plastic waste, and provides a central hydration point that’s easy to maintain.
Electricity: cold-only models cost ~$0.05–0.08/day; hot & cold models ~$0.50–0.80/day
Cleaning: 30 minutes every 3–6 months — see our cleaning guide
Who Gets the Most Value?
Households currently buying bottled water — the payback period is typically 3–6 months
Families with children — encourages hydration and provides safe hot water with a child safety lock
Home offices — instant hot water for coffee/tea without a kettle; cold filtered water throughout the day
Renters — no plumbing required for bottle-fed models; takes it with you when you move
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a water cooler last?
A quality water cooler typically lasts 5–10 years with proper maintenance. The main ongoing cost is filter cartridge replacement every 6–12 months.
Is a water cooler better than a water filter jug?
A water cooler provides hot and cold filtered water on demand without waiting for a jug to filter. For households that want instant access to both hot and cold filtered water, a cooler is significantly more convenient than a filter jug.
Do Awesome Water Coolers filter the water?
Yes — our benchtop and freestanding coolers use a BPA-free bottle with a built-in 8-stage KDF filter cartridge that removes chlorine, heavy metals, sediment, and other contaminants.
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