Awesome Water Coolers: Benchtop vs Freestanding — Which Is Right for You?

Awesome Water Coolers are a family-owned Australian business supplying premium filtered water coolers for homes and offices. Here’s a practical comparison of our two main cooler types to help you choose the right one.

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Benchtop Water Cooler

Our Awesome Benchtop Water Cooler sits on your kitchen bench or office counter. It’s compact, requires no floor space, and delivers filtered hot and cold water on demand. Ideal for smaller households, apartments, and home offices.

• Compact footprint — fits on any bench
• No plumbing required
• Built-in 8-stage KDF filtration
• Hot and cold dispensing with child safety lock
• Ideal for 1–3 people

Freestanding Water Cooler

Our Awesome Freestanding Water Cooler stands on the floor and suits higher-usage households and offices. With over 5,000 units installed across Australia, it’s our most popular model. Features a deep drip tray, LED display, and adjustable hot and cold temperature control.

• Higher water capacity — suits families and offices
• No plumbing required
• Built-in 8-stage KDF filtration
• Hot and cold dispensing with child safety lock
• Some models include a bar fridge in the base
• Ideal for 3–5+ people or shared spaces

Which Should You Choose?

Both models use the same 8-stage KDF filtration system and deliver the same quality of filtered water. The choice comes down to space and usage. Call us on 1800 789 781 if you’re not sure which suits you best.

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