pH Recharge Glass Alkaline Water Dispenser Review

If you’re tired of buying bottled water and want a countertop water filter that looks good doing its job, the pH Recharge Glass Alkaline Water Filter Dispenser from Invigorated Water is worth a look. This glass dispenser holds 8.5 liters (about 2.25 gallons) and uses a pH001 filter to raise your tap water’s pH up to 9 while adding minerals back in.

I tested this alkaline water dispenser to see if it lives up to the hype. The short answer: buy if you want better-tasting alkaline water without a pricey ionizer. The glass and bamboo design looks great and each filter lasts months. Skip if you need instant filtered water or lack countertop space.

What I Liked About the pH Recharge

Water Quality and Taste

The filtered water from this dispenser tastes noticeably cleaner and smoother than straight tap water. There’s no chlorine smell and no metallic aftertaste, which was a pleasant surprise. The pH001 filter adds calcium and magnesium minerals during the filtration process, raising the pH level up to 9.

I ran through several batches over weeks, and the taste improvement remained consistent. If your tap water has that flat municipal taste, this dispenser transforms it into something you look forward to drinking.

Build Quality and Design

The glass jar exterior is the standout feature here. The main reservoir sits on a bamboo wood base with a marble stand underneath, and the whole setup looks far more attractive than a typical water filter pitcher. It can be taken apart for cleaning, which makes maintenance straightforward.

The materials are all BPA-free and food grade, so there’s no concern about plastic chemicals leaching into your filtered water. For anyone trying to reduce plastic use, this eco-friendly design is a solid step up from disposable bottles.

Large Capacity for Daily Use

The 8.5-liter (2.25-gallon) capacity is generous for a countertop alkaline water dispenser. For a household of one or two people, I filled it about twice a week. The reservoir holds enough drinking water for several days without needing a refill.

Value for Money

Each replacement filter lasts up to 96 gallons, which works out to roughly three to four months for most households. At $20-25 per replacement filter, that’s a fraction of what you’d spend on bottled water over the same period. The filter capacity here is genuinely competitive.

Invigorated Water also includes a 60-day satisfaction guarantee, giving you enough time to test it before committing. At around $120 for the full dispenser, the long-term cost per gallon of mineral water comes in under $0.25.

Reduced Plastic Waste

Switching to this glass dispenser eliminated several cases of bottled water from my monthly shopping. If reducing single-use plastic is part of your routine, this is a tangible step toward that goal with the added benefit of mineral-enriched alkaline water.

What Needs Improvement

Filtration Performance

The water filtration speed is the biggest drawback. A full batch takes roughly 15-20 minutes to filter through, so you can’t just pour and go. If you drain the reservoir before bed, plan ahead for the morning.

Worth noting: Water Filter Comparisons lists zero certified contaminants removed for this dispenser. Without third-party testing certifications like NSF, the specific claims about removing heavy metals and other contaminants aren’t independently verified. The water does taste better, but verified contaminant removal is a different standard.

Ease of Setup and Use

Setup is mostly straightforward — soak the filter, rinse, and place it — but the spigot requires attention. Several users (myself included) experienced minor leaking around the spout during initial setup. The fix is simple: tighten the nut firmly. Once secured, the leak stops.

The upper chamber where you pour tap water is made of plastic, not glass like the main reservoir. That’s a design compromise I wish Invigorated Water had avoided. It’s still BPA-free, but for a product that markets its glass construction, the plastic upper section feels inconsistent.

The dispenser also can’t handle hot water, and it’s not dishwasher safe. Hand washing the glass components is the only option, which adds a minor chore to the maintenance routine.

Countertop Footprint

This is not a small appliance. The glass jar, bamboo base, and marble stand together take up a meaningful chunk of counter space. If your kitchen is compact, finding a permanent spot for this dispenser may require rearranging other items.

How It Compares to Other Water Filters

The pH Recharge sits in an interesting spot between basic water filter pitchers and expensive water ionizer systems. Here’s how it stacks up against the most common alternatives.

A Brita UltraMax dispenser is similar in size and ease of use, but it only handles basic filtration. Brita doesn’t offer alkalinity or mineral enrichment — it filters out chlorine taste and some contaminants, but your water’s pH stays roughly the same. If you specifically want alkaline water, Brita won’t deliver that.

Gravity filter systems like the Berkey are more comprehensive in contaminant removal and come with third-party testing. The trade-off is price: Berkey systems run $300-400, roughly triple the cost of the pH Recharge. For the budget-conscious buyer who prioritizes alkaline water over certified filtration, the pH Recharge wins on value.

At the other extreme, Kangen water ionizer machines use electrolysis to produce alkaline water and can cost several thousand dollars. The pH Recharge achieves a similar alkaline pH range through mineral-based filtration at a fraction of that investment. The Kangen offers more precise pH control, but the price gap is enormous.

Filter Longevity

The pH Recharge’s 96-gallon filter capacity holds up well against competitors. A standard Brita filter lasts about 40 gallons, meaning you’d replace it more than twice as often. Over a year, the replacement filter costs for the pH Recharge come out lower than most water filter pitcher brands in its category.

Final Verdict

The pH Recharge Glass Alkaline Water Filter Dispenser earns a 4.0 out of 5 rating. The glass water dispenser delivers where it matters most — the water genuinely tastes better, the alkaline water filter raises pH effectively, and the design is one of the best-looking countertop water filters I’ve tested.

The downsides are real but manageable. Slow filtration, a plastic upper chamber, and the lack of third-party certifications keep this from a higher score. At around $120 with affordable replacement filters, it hits a sweet spot between basic pitcher filters and expensive ionizers.

If you value taste improvement, mineral enrichment, and an attractive countertop presence, the pH Recharge is a strong pick in the alkaline water filter category. It’s not a certified water purifier, but as an everyday drinking water upgrade, it delivers.