{"id":5745,"date":"2026-08-27T12:36:03","date_gmt":"2026-08-27T07:06:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/?p=5745"},"modified":"2026-08-27T12:36:03","modified_gmt":"2026-08-27T07:06:03","slug":"how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Select a Water Purifier for Your Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"bsf_rt_marker\"><\/div><div class=\"post-content\"><p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buying a water purifier for your house involves more than just choosing a good brand name or an expensive purifier with advanced technology. Whether it is RO, UV, UF, or a multi-stage purifier system, selection depends on the quality and source of the water coming into your home. You should also consider your budget, family size, and required maintenance.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Read on to learn some important tips that can help you decide how to select a water purifier for your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/slack-imgs.com\/?c=1&amp;o1=ro&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrinkprime.in%2Fblog%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F10%2FBlog-Creatives-New.webp\" \/><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #6e7191;color:#6e7191\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #6e7191;color:#6e7191\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#1_Evaluate_Source_of_Water\" title=\"1. Evaluate Source of Water\">1. Evaluate Source of Water<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#2_Assess_Water_Quality_and_TDS\" title=\"2. Assess Water Quality and TDS\">2. Assess Water Quality and TDS<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#3_Select_the_Right_Water_Purifying_Technology\" title=\"3. Select the Right Water Purifying Technology\">3. Select the Right Water Purifying Technology<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#Reverse_Osmosis_RO_Purifiers\" title=\"Reverse Osmosis (RO) Purifiers\">Reverse Osmosis (RO) Purifiers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#UV_Water_Purifiers\" title=\"UV Water Purifiers\">UV Water Purifiers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#UF_Purifiers\" title=\"UF Purifiers\">UF Purifiers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#Multi-Stage_Water_Purifiers\" title=\"Multi-Stage Water Purifiers\">Multi-Stage Water Purifiers<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#4_Be_Aware_of_the_Contaminants\" title=\"4. Be Aware of the Contaminants\">4. Be Aware of the Contaminants<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#5_Consider_the_Storage_Capacity\" title=\"5. Consider the Storage Capacity\">5. Consider the Storage Capacity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#6_Check_Purification_Capacity_and_Recovery\" title=\"6. Check Purification Capacity and Recovery\">6. Check Purification Capacity and Recovery<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#7_Take_into_Account_the_Maintenance_and_Care\" title=\"7. Take into Account the Maintenance and Care\">7. Take into Account the Maintenance and Care<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#8_Know_Your_Budget_and_Cost_of_Ownership\" title=\"8. Know Your Budget and Cost of Ownership\">8. Know Your Budget and Cost of Ownership<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#9_Select_According_to_the_Local_Water_Quality_of_Your_Area\" title=\"9. Select According to the Local Water Quality of Your Area\">9. Select According to the Local Water Quality of Your Area<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#10_Check_for_After-Sales_and_Support\" title=\"10. Check for After-Sales and Support\">10. Check for After-Sales and Support<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#Final_Thought\" title=\"Final Thought\">Final Thought<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" title=\"Frequently Asked Questions\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#1_How_do_I_select_a_water_purifier_for_home\" title=\"1. How do I select a water purifier for home?\">1. How do I select a water purifier for home?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#2_How_do_I_select_the_best_water_purifier_for_my_home\" title=\"2. How do I select the best water purifier for my home?\">2. How do I select the best water purifier for my home?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#3_Which_water_purifier_is_best_for_high-TDS_water\" title=\"3. Which water purifier is best for high-TDS water?\">3. Which water purifier is best for high-TDS water?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/#4_Is_RO_required_for_low-TDS_water\" title=\"4. Is RO required for low-TDS water?\">4. Is RO required for low-TDS water?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Evaluate_Source_of_Water\"><\/span><b>1. Evaluate Source of Water<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your first priority before buying any type of water purifier, including RO or UV purifier systems, should be to identify how and from where the water supply in your house originates. Common sources include municipal tap water, bore well water, tanker water, or a combination of two or more sources.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While municipal water sources may have relatively low TDS levels, they can still be contaminated with microbes. Conversely, water coming from bore wells or tankers might have high dissolved salts, hard water, or high iron content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Depending on the source, you may need different kinds of water treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Assess_Water_Quality_and_TDS\"><\/span><b>2. Assess Water Quality and TDS<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) indicates the concentration of dissolved material, like minerals and salts, in water. However, it cannot reveal much about what those dissolved substances really are, whether they are organic, inorganic, microbiological, or if there\u2019s any disease-causing agent present in the water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even water with very low TDS might be hazardous, while high TDS water might be free from harmful microorganisms but unsuitable for consumption due to salts and hardness.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If possible, get the water test conducted for parameters like hardness, TDS level, the presence of iron, and microbial contamination to figure out what purification mechanism you need.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Select_the_Right_Water_Purifying_Technology\"><\/span><b>3. Select the Right Water Purifying Technology<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether you are opting for a RO, UV, or a UF water purifier for home or choosing any kind of multi-stage system, it\u2019s important that you are familiar with their mechanisms.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Reverse_Osmosis_RO_Purifiers\"><\/span><b>Reverse Osmosis (RO) Purifiers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/water-purifier-on-rent\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> RO purifiers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have membranes that work to reduce the level of dissolved solids from the water, such as salts and chemical contaminants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is the go-to option for water with TDS that is beyond 500 ppm.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UV_Water_Purifiers\"><\/span><b>UV Water Purifiers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/app\/uv-water-purifier-on-rent\/bengaluru\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV purifiers<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> use Ultraviolet light to disinfect water, killing microbes. They do not remove dissolved solids and salts and work best for low TDS waters to inhibit microorganism growth.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"UF_Purifiers\"><\/span><b>UF Purifiers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ultrafiltration purifies water through a process that passes it through a fine membrane that removes debris and microorganisms, not dissolved solids. This is ideal for waters that aren\u2019t overly contaminated but need the removal of particles and a level of microbial sterilization.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Multi-Stage_Water_Purifiers\"><\/span><b>Multi-Stage Water Purifiers<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This purifier essentially utilizes the combined power of many \u2013 from UV to activated carbon to RO or UF \u2013 to cater to different problems in the water, making it ideal if the water has combined impurities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But before picking the purifier that has most stages, remember to confirm its relevance with respect to the actual issue of water quality in your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Be_Aware_of_the_Contaminants\"><\/span><b>4. Be Aware of the Contaminants<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The treatment needed to remove a type of contaminant from water varies. Some dissolved particles require the RO membrane, whereas for killing microorganisms, either the UV system is needed or a process with disinfection method.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chlorine, for instance, results in an unpleasant taste and odour in water \u2013 the water can be purified by activated carbon filtration methods. Similarly, if any water has high levels of iron or hard salts, specific filters might be required.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Therefore, before choosing the purification system, know about the contaminants you need the purifier to tackle.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Consider_the_Storage_Capacity\"><\/span><b>5. Consider the Storage Capacity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Storage capacity of the water purifier is another practical matter to be discussed.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will need a bigger size for a large family, especially if you require a number of litres of purified water throughout the day or in case water supply interruptions are normal in your area, while small-size purifiers would suffice for single or couple usage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Check_Purification_Capacity_and_Recovery\"><\/span><b>6. Check Purification Capacity and Recovery<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water from RO purifiers is often wasted; check out just how much water the purifier can supply. A good RO purifier will have an increased rate of purification capacity and good water recovery compared to others so as to let you not worry much about the wastewater component.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Take_into_Account_the_Maintenance_and_Care\"><\/span><b>7. Take into Account the Maintenance and Care<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintaining water purification is very important.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are using RO purification, the filter has to be replaced every year and the membrane in two or three years \u2013 this is how the performance can be sustained.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If it gets too costly or you will face trouble getting these replaceable parts and after-care service regularly, do not go for the device. Do check the warranty.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Also, make it a point to select a purifier that provides ease of service and readily available maintenance kits or replacement filters.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Know_Your_Budget_and_Cost_of_Ownership\"><\/span><b>8. Know Your Budget and Cost of Ownership<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of a purifier does not end with the buying price; it is also an ongoing investment that you make for each year as you pay for its maintenance and also cover the expenditure of power needed to operate the purifier, filter change frequency, and electricity consumed while operating it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is worthwhile, thus, to investigate whether there&#8217;s also the choice of purchasing water purifiers through payment plans which cover upkeep, replacement, and servicing altogether.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Select_According_to_the_Local_Water_Quality_of_Your_Area\"><\/span><b>9. Select According to the Local Water Quality of Your Area<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water quality often varies in a dramatic manner across regions, and you do not know if a purification system that is bestselling in other regions would perform just as well in your city.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, it would be foolish for you to look for a best-of-all purifier in this list when the city tap water is clean in the first place or if the bore well you rely on requires extensive treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That&#8217;s why before you purchase an air purifier, it is far better to try and ascertain the water quality in your region.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Check_for_After-Sales_and_Support\"><\/span><b>10. Check for After-Sales and Support<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One part of owning and maintaining a water purifier you cannot ignore \u2013 and that is the level of after-sales service or support that the manufacturer offers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many of the high-end purifiers, if they come with costly replacement filters or filters which are tough to find or need to be maintained by highly expert personnel, will surely turn a delight into a headache over time.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before you opt for the purifier system, inquire about availability of 24\/7 support, number of technicians, after-sales services including filter replacements in your locale.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Final_Thought\"><\/span><b>Final Thought<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To buy the best water purifier for home is an essential yet often challenging decision.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By analyzing your water quality and household needs \u2013 from water sources, to TDS, the presence of contaminants to your financial constraints \u2013 you can effectively choose between various technologies like RO, UV, or multi-stage purifiers.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furthermore, factor in long-term costs like maintenance and filter replacement, as well as the manufacturer\u2019s after-sales support, to make a sound investment in your family\u2019s health.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Explore plans from <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">DrinkPrime<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that offer city-specific water quality analysis and comprehensive water purifier subscriptions that bundle installation, maintenance, and filter replacement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span><b>Frequently Asked Questions<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_How_do_I_select_a_water_purifier_for_home\"><\/span><b>1. How do I select a water purifier for home?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Identify your water source, its TDS, hardness, and contaminants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose a purification technology (RO, UV, UF, or multi-stage) based on these factors, along with your family size, storage needs, maintenance preferences, and budget.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_How_do_I_select_the_best_water_purifier_for_my_home\"><\/span><b>2. How do I select the best water purifier for my home?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The &#8220;best&#8221; water purifier is subjective and depends on your specific water conditions. A purifier effectively suited for your water&#8217;s TDS, impurities, and microbial content, with suitable maintenance and cost of ownership, is the right choice.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Which_water_purifier_is_best_for_high-TDS_water\"><\/span><b>3. Which water purifier is best for high-TDS water?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">RO water purifiers are generally recommended for water with a high TDS, usually above 500 ppm, as they effectively remove dissolved salts and contaminants.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, water testing is always advised.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Is_RO_required_for_low-TDS_water\"><\/span><b>4. Is RO required for low-TDS water?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, RO might not be necessary for low-TDS water.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV or UF purifiers are often more suitable if the primary concern is microbial contamination and not dissolved solids.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Buying a water purifier for your<a href=\"https:\/\/drinkprime.in\/blog\/how-to-select-a-water-purifier-for-your-home\/\">Read More<i class=\"fa fa-long-arrow-right\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":4914,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[17],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-5745","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-water-purifier"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized 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