Home Master TMAFC-ERP Artesian Full Contact Reverse Osmosis System, 7-Stages, Patented 2-Pass Alkaline Remineralization, Fast 4.5s Fill Rate, 1:1 Waste Ratio, 8.5” Catalytic Carbon, 5-Yr Limited Parts

I will give you the bottom line up front - WE LOVE IT!Although I live in an area of Michigan with pretty good water quality, after the Flint Water Crisis, we became more cognizant that things can go wrong without anyone realizing it for quite some time - with the damage done. So began our journey to the Home Master TMAFC Artesian Full Contact Filter.My Girl is always reading up on the latest health news and trends. And while a lot of it is helpful, sometimes she gets to thinking about things that I am not sold on: Fluoride.She has become one of those that believes Fluoride is bad for you, that it acts as a poison, and hampers proper function of something called the Pineal Gland. I will spare you all the rest of the discussion, let me just say that at this stage of life, I find it easier to just give in some times and not fight it. So, even though I am one of those that believe Fluoride has done immense good for America's kids by reducing cavities, I am at the age where my teeth are fully developed and I am not worried about cavities anymore. So she began to buy and drink ONLY bottled water.After her first month of spending a King's ransom on bottled water, I decided to investigate to see if I could bring some better solution to the table. At my local Better Health food store, I discovered that the latest trend was not only bottled water, but PH water. I researched the issue, and understood the logic behind it. So I told her if we are going to spend a fortune on bottled water, we might as well do the PH positive thing and gain the health benefits of that as well. So over the course of three days I purchased 28 various brands of bottles water - from local grocery store brands, to the very high end waters. Then I performed a PH strip test on them all. I was shocked to find out that nearly every water that advertised itself as PH high (with a few exceptions) was lying. The brands that rated the highest numbers were Perrier and Crystal Mountain (from Michigan). To ensure that I was correct in my thinking, my ex father in law, the former Head of Chemistry at the University of Minnesota, said that any water should be testable with test strips - to within a half PH number or so. That was good enough for me. Yet, I knew that paying for these would still be a costly and cumbersome solution. So nearby, I found a store that sold purified water. Sort of like a Deer Park, but one that you bring your containers there and pick up the new ones yourself. The savings over a home delivered one was huge, and would have been much better than buying bottled water by the liter or less. Guess what, his PH water tested the same as tap (7)- after he had assured me that he had tested that morning with a PH of 9. I figured that if I couldn't trust him with that, that I couldn't trust him on any claim of additional purity over tap.So then we began our research into Under Sink Water Filters. Because of my experience with the famous brand waters, as well as the local water business guy, my trust in any company's claims was shot. So I researched numerous third party sites that tested various filter's water, and narrowed it down to three - which included this one. One was much more expensive, and one about half. I read EVERY Amazon Review, Question, and Answer for each of the three. I was pleasantly surprised to read that the data on Amazon coincided with the data from the third party sites; and that all three finalists seemed to be good honest solutions.In the end, we chose Home Master because we wanted a Mineral Water not just Purified Water. We also a positive PH level. And finally, the under sink set up seemed to look ideal for our existing under sink world. I figure the money I spent on the Water Filter system would pay for itself in a year or so, instead of buying bottled water.Although we already had a hole drilled in the counter top, where we had removed a failed hot water tap for tea/coffee, I had the wisdom to not try to install it myself and had my plumber brother in law do it. Excellent move on my part. Although I had measured the space for the water tank properly, I had failed to account for it slipping under the existing disposal and its plumbing. In short, the tank wouldn't fit, nor would the filter assembly in the place it really needed to go. So my plumber took out the disposal, put the tank in, and re-routed the existing plumbing so that our Home Master could fit. Perhaps many homes don't have this problem, but I did, and am so glad to have had a plumber do it. It took him around two and a half hours to install. Afterwards, I read the directions and ran the system flushing operations three times to get the water quality where it needed to be. I measured that it took an hour and half to refill my tank, and it would take six minutes at filter tap full on to drain it. Good to know for future reference. Your numbers may be different though.So, since then my girl and I love the water, it tastes great - as good as any bottled water out there. And I am confident that it is filtering out the stuff we don't want while providing the minerals and PH we do. My cats seem to love it too, although i do plan to conduct a test with them, where I put regular tap water next to the Home Master water and see if they really do prefer the filtered.One final thing. My gal did not like the faucet style that came with the unit. So we found another on the company web site she did like. We ordered it from the company and it arrived and looks great. During the whole process - just before Christmas - we spoke on the phone about three times with Customer Service and found them to be absolutely professional, knowledgeable and friendly as can be. I could not have asked for a better experience.So, if you want my recommendation. For a reasonably affordable unit for a couple this unit is a no-brainer. Yes, you can cut corners and get something about half price - but that won't give you the mineral water element, and in fact will raise your acidity. And Yes, you can spend over a thousand bucks more and get a very nice filter, but why do it you can get the same quality here?

Fits under my sink perfectly. Simple enough to put together. Feels sturdy. The water is pristine and taste delicious. Better than Crystal Geyser to give you a measuring stick (and no micro plastics). My family (kids) have doubled their water consumption overnight without me having to monitor just cause it tastes great and it’s easy to fill their own cups and bottles. Would absolutely buy again. My only feedback would be to have a smaller spout. The one it comes with is pretty big. For some people that might work like for a stand alone bar sink but for me it almost competes with the main kitchen sink. I already had a smaller spout which I used instead so it didn’t really matter but worth noting if you care about that. Like I said though, would 100% buy again.

I have yet to install and use my newly arrived Home Master Reverse Osmosis System, however, I have already experienced "exceptional customer service" from Home Master Customer Support Staff! I spent a considerable amount of time researching and comparing reverse osmosis companies and products, and Home Master quickly rose to the top of my list. However, in my haste to order from Home Master I failed to compare and contrast their respective kit options; and while viewing their installation video inadvertently assumed I was missing a part in the system I purchased. I emailed Home Master Customer Service and within five minutes received a phone call from Will from Home Master. It turns out the system I purchased did not include the part, however, as a "gesture of good will," Will arranged to ship it to me anyway free of charge! And within minutes I already had a shipping confirmation email. Additionally, I later learned Will had also responded to my original email before he attempted to call me! I have never received such "lightening quick" or "generous" customer service, and believe it is extremely rare in today's World. I have no doubt I made the best choice in purchasing a Home Master unit, and look forward to receiving the same exceptional service, if ever needed, during the life of my five year warranty! Thanks again Will and Home Master for the great service!