Water Cooler and Filter Combo: Pros and Cons

A water cooler with built-in filtration is one of the most practical ways to access clean drinking water at home or in the office. Here’s an honest look at the pros and cons.

Browse our filtered water cooler range or see our Water Coolers Guide.

Pros

• Filtered water on demand. Our Awesome Water Coolers use a built-in 8-stage KDF filter — removing chlorine, heavy metals, sediment, and bacteria before dispensing.
• Hot and cold in one unit. Instant hot (92°C) and cold (4°C) filtered water without a kettle or separate fridge.
• No plumbing required. Bottle-fed models require no installation — ideal for renters and anyone who doesn’t want to modify their plumbing.
• Cost-effective. Filtered cooler water costs a fraction of a cent per litre vs $1–3+ for bottled water. Most households recoup the purchase cost within a few months.
• Eco-friendly. Eliminates single-use plastic water bottles.
• 12-month warranty on all Awesome Water Cooler equipment.

Cons

• Filter cartridge replacement. Replace every 6–12 months — an ongoing cost to factor in. Browse our replacement cartridge range.
• Doesn’t remove fluoride. Standard 8-stage KDF filters don’t remove fluoride. For fluoride removal, see our reverse osmosis systems.
• Bottle management. Bottle-fed models require filling the BPA-free bottle from your tap. A plumbed-in bottleless cooler eliminates this.
• Regular cleaning required. Sanitise the reservoir every 3–6 months. See: How to Clean a Water Cooler.

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