Thinking about buying a filter and considering a 3M Aquapure water filter vs TAPP Water filter? Buying a water filter can be a difficult decision. In this article we will try to provide an objective comparison to guide you through the decision.
考虑购买3M Aquapure 净水器与TAPP WATER净水器？购买净水器可能是一个困难的决定。在这篇文章中，我们将尝试提供一个客观的比较，以指导你的决定。
3M offers a wide range of filters including under the sink, table top and for the fridge. For the purpose of this article we focus on the most purchased under the sink filter by 3M. Specifically Aqua-Pure AP-DWS1000 but the comparison is valid for most 3M filters sold globally.
3M 提供范围广泛的净水器，包括水槽下、桌面和冰箱。 出于本文的目的，我们重点介绍 3M 下水槽净水器购买最多的产品。 特别是 Aqua-Pure AP-DWS1000，但该比较适用于全球销售的大多数 3M 净水器。
TAPP Water also offers several variants of its filters and so for simplicity we are using EcoPro as the benchmark.
TAPP Water也提供了几种不同的过滤器，因此为了简单起见，我们以EcoPro 作为基准。
We compare the 6 most important aspects including simplicity to install and use, taste of the water, filter efficiency, flow rate, capacity and price.
我们比较了6个最重要的方面，包括安装和使用的简易性、水的味道、过滤效率、流速、容量和价格 。
Simplicity to install and use 3M water filters vs TAPP Water
安装和使用3M净水器与TAPP Water净水器的简单性
One of the biggest differences between water filters is where and how they are installed. Under the sink water filters like 3M have the advantage of being hidden but with this comes a much more challenging installation. TAPP Water filters are visible but much easier to install.
净水器之间最大的区别之一是它们的安装位置和方式。 像 3M 这样的水槽下滤水器具有隐藏的优势，但随之而来的是更具挑战性的安装。 TAPP Water 滤水器是可见的，但更容易安装。
3M:
Although 3M claims DIY this is really only a true claim if you’re a hobby plumber. The filters are difficult to install, usually require drilling a new hole for the faucet and even changing the cartridges once it’s installed can be difficult. Many people attempting to do the work themselves reported leakage issues after a few weeks of use. In summary under the sink filters like the 3M Aquapure requires a professional plumber.
尽管 3M 声称 DIY，但如果您是业余水管工，这真的只是一个真实的主张。 过滤器很难安装，通常需要为水龙头钻一个新孔，甚至在安装后更换滤芯也很困难。 许多试图自己做这项工作的人在使用几周后报告了泄漏问题。 总之，像 3M Aquapure 这样的水槽净水器需要专业的水管工。
TAPP Water:
Pretty much anyone can install in less than 1 min without tools. In case it doesn’t fit straight away adapters are provided free of charge. TAPP Water filters have an on/off switch to change between filtered and unfiltered water.
几乎任何人都可以在不到1分钟的时间内安装，不需要工具。如果不能直接安装，我们免费提供适配器。净水器有一个选择杠杆，可以在过滤水和非过滤水之间切换。
Winner: TAPP Water
by far thanks to its simplicity.
冠军:TAPP Water
到目前为止，这要归功于它的简单性。
Filtration efficiency of 3M water filters compare to TAPP Water
3M净水器与TAPP Water净水器的过滤效率相比
First of all this comparison is a bit more complicated and the relevancy of specific filtration depends on your local water quality. Both 3M and TAPP Water recommend that you check your local water quality before choosing a water filter. Generally for public tap water a high quality carbon block filter is more than enough.
首先，这种比较有点复杂，具体过滤的相关性取决于您当地的水质。 3M 和 TAPP Water 都建议您在选择净水器之前检查当地的水质。 一般来说，对于公共自来水来说，一个高质量的碳块过滤器就足够了。
3M:
The under the sink 3M AquaPure filters generally filter everything activated carbon filters do including 80+ substances such as chlorine, pesticides, herbicides, etc but also heavy metals. Most of the filters have a 0.5 micron rating which provides a higher level of bacteria filtration but also reduces the flowrate (see below).
水槽下的 3M AquaPure 净水器通常过滤活性炭过滤器所做的一切，包括 80 多种物质，如氯、杀虫剂、除草剂等，还有重金属。 大多数过滤器的额定值为 0.5 微米，可提供更高水平的细菌过滤，但也会降低流速（见下文）。
TAPP Water:
The TAPP Water 5-stage filters 100+ substances including chlorine, pesticides, herbicides, heavy metals, pharmaceuticals, microplastics etc. In addition to this the proprietary inhibition technology vastly reduces limescale. TAPP Water uses a 1-2 micron filter which is more than sufficient for chlorinated tap water. For non-potable tap water TAPP Water also offers Ultrafiltration with a 0.02 micron rating.
TAPP Water 5级过滤系统可过滤100多种物质，包括氯、杀虫剂、除草剂、重金属、药品、微塑料等。除此之外，专有的抑制技术也大大减少了水垢的产生。TAPP Water使用的是1-2微米的过滤器，这对于含氯自来水来说是绰绰有余的。对于非饮用水的自来水，TAPP Water还提供0.02微米等级的超滤。
Winner: It’s a draw.
Both 3M and TAPP Water offer similar type water filtration depending on what filter you choose. TAPP Water offers the added advantage of limescale filtration.
冠军：这是一个平局。
3M公司和TAPP Water公司都提供类似的水过滤，这取决于您选择何种过滤器。TAPP Water提供了水垢过滤的额外优势。
Taste of the filtered water
过滤后的水的味道
Although taste can be subjective we’ve found that it’s very consistent when it comes to tap water. With a high quality carbon block filter people can immediately taste the difference.
虽然味道可能是主观的，但我们发现自来水的味道非常一致。 使用高品质的碳块过滤器，人们可以立即品尝到不同之处 。
3M:
Based on our tests the 3M AquaPure efficiently a remove all the chlorine taste and some common metalic taste from iron rich tap water. Overall the filtered water tastes goos to great.
根据我们的测试，3M AquaPure净水器可有效去除富含铁的自来水中的所有氯味和一些常见的金属味。 总的来说，过滤后的水味道很棒。
TAPP Water:
Great taste has always been one of the core priorities for TAPP Water. From day one we’ve done blind tasting benchmarking different filters and bottled water. TAPP Water almost always comes out at top. Many customers point out that the improvement in taste is almost magical for this little device.
口味好一直是TAPP Water公司的核心优先事项之一。从第一天起，我们就对不同的过滤器和瓶装水进行了盲品测试。TAPP Water几乎总是名列前茅。许多客户指出，对于这个小设备来说，口味的改善几乎是不可思议的。
Winner: It’s a draw.
as both filters deliver great tasting tap water.
冠军：这是一个平局。
因为这两种净水器都能提供美味的自来水。
Flow-rate of 3M AquPure filters vs TAPP Water
3M AquPure净水器与TAPP Water净水器的流量对比
This is one of the most important aspects of a good user experience. High flowrate means you can seamlessly fill up a glass of water, carafe, water kettle or coffee machine. Low water flow can be very annoying. The normal tap water flow without a filter is typically around 8-10 L/min.
这是良好用户体验最重要的方面之一。高流量意味着你可以无缝地灌满一杯水、水杯、水壶或咖啡机。低水流可能非常烦人。
没有过滤器的正常自来水流量通常为8-10升/分钟左右。
3M:
According to the specification the flowrate is 2.3 L/min and our tests confirmed this at around 2 L/min. It’s acceptable but takes a while to fill up your reusable water bottle, tea kettle or pitcher.
根据规格，流速为2.3升/分钟，我们的测试证实了这一点，大约为2升/分钟。这是可以接受的，但需要一段时间来装满你的可重复使用的水瓶、茶壶或水壶。
TAPP Water:
The product is designed for a max flowrate of 4 L / min. With this it’s a small difference compared to unfiltered water.
该产品的设计最大流速为 4 升/分钟。 与未过滤的水相比，这是一个很小的差异。
Winner: TAPP Water
with twice the flowrate
冠军:TAPP Water
以两倍的流速。
Filter capacity and replacements
净水器的容量和更换
Another important aspect of water filters is how often you need to replace the cartridges, how to know when and how easy it is. The capacity of a cartridge is often not fully used as it’s critical to replace the cartridges within a certain time interval to ensure that the water is safe and tasty.
净水器的另一个重要方面是您需要多久更换滤芯，如何知道更换的时间和容易程度。 滤芯的容量通常没有完全使用，因为在一定的时间间隔内更换滤芯以确保水的安全和美味至关重要。
3M:
The capacity of the 3M AquaPure filter is 3750 L per cartridge and the 2 cartridges should be replaced every 6 months. The latest version has an automatic shutoff after 6 months and capacity is reached. Although the system is called easy-replace it does require you to crawl under the sink, removing everything around the filter and then unscrew and screw the filters back in.
3M AquaPure 净水器的容量为每个滤芯 3750 L，每 6 个月应更换 2 个滤芯。 最新版本在 6 个月后自动关闭并达到容量。 尽管该系统被称为易于更换，但它确实需要您爬到水槽下面，卸下过滤器周围的所有东西，然后拧下过滤器并将其拧回原处。
TAPP Water:
TAPP Water cartridges have a capacity of 1200 L and should be replaced every 3 months. The MyTAPP service included with TAPP provides continuous updates on environmental impact, cost savings and more with a reminder when it’s time to change the cartridge. It takes less than 30s to make the switch.
TAPP Water净水器的容量为1200升，应每3个月更换一次。TAPP Water所包含的MyTAPP服务提供了关于环境影响、成本节约等方面的持续更新，并在更换滤芯的时间点上发出视觉提醒。只需不到30秒的时间就可以完成更换。
Winner: TAPP Water
thanks the reminder and easy replacement
冠军:TAPP Water
感谢提醒和轻松更换。
Annual Cost of 3M AquaPure vs TAPP Water
3M AquaPure净水器 与TAPP Water净水器 的年度成本对比
Last but not least cost is an obvious consideration when choosing a water filter. In this article we checked tha latest price on Amazon.com of 3M AquaPure water filters vs TAPP Water. Prices may differ based on the local market.
最后但并非最不重要的成本是选择净水器时的一个明显考虑因素。 在本文中，我们查看了 Amazon.com 上 3M AquaPure 净水器与TAPP Water的最新价格。 价格可能因当地市场而异。
3M:
The filter system including 2 cartridges cost about RMB 1699. In addition to this the average cost of installation is RMB 800. The cartridges need to be replaced every 6 months and cost about RMB 600. In summary the first year cost is about RMB 2400 and following years about RMB1200.
包括2个滤芯的过滤系统的成本约为RMB 1699 。除此以外，安装的平均费用为RMB 800 。滤芯需要每6个月更换一次，费用约为RMB 600 。总之，第一年的费用约为 RMB 2400 ，随后几年约为RMB1200 。
TAPP Water:
4 cartridges costs about RMB 646. Following this the cost is about RMB 480 per year for 4 cartridges if you sign up for the annual subscription.
4个滤芯的年度包费用约为RMB 646 。在这之后，如果你报名参加年度订阅，4个滤芯每年的费用约为RMB 480 。
Winner: TAPP Water
costs considerably less for similar quality of water.
冠军:TAPP Water
对于类似质量的水，成本要低得多。