TOP-5 compact mixers with a joystick for a washbasin

The Czech company Imprese provides users with high-quality sanitary equipment manufactured in accordance with European standards. Laska 05040 series faucet is a compact low-cost model with a spectacular design and a variety of colors.

The height of the structure is only 135 mm, the depth is 99 mm. This means that the faucet can be installed even on the smallest washbasin. The brass case weighing 1.5 kg is available in chrome finish, as well as black, white enamel and glossy clear lacquer. This diversity creates additional convenience for those who want to move away from the classic chrome and create an interior in a unique color scheme. It should be noted that the coating with a thickness of 0.3 microns not only gives the product an aesthetic appearance, but also protects it from corrosion and minor damage.

The ceramic cartridge from the Spanish manufacturer Sedal, thanks to its smooth running, provides convenient adjustment of the pressure and temperature of the jet and is designed for 70,000 openings/closings.

Water consumption is economical - about 7 liters per minute, which, as for a low-cost mixer, is doubly valuable. The aerator from the German company Neoperl is set at an angle of 23º, it is convenient and pleasant to wash hands, and the water makes less noise.

Imprese Laska 05040 is a great low-cost option, suitable for any interiors, the quality of workmanship is not inferior to more expensive models.

The German company Hansgrohe in the production of sanitary equipment focuses on economical water consumption, original design and high quality components. The Focus 31607 faucet of the Comfort Zone series is widely used at home and in public places.

Belonging to the Comfort Zone 100 series means that the jet height of this model is 100 mm(more precisely, 94). In view of this, the possibilities of its use are limited. There are also more “tall” models in the line, under which you can already comfortably wash your hair or fill a tall vessel. The brass body of the faucet is covered with glossy chrome and goes well with any modern sanitary ware. With proper care, the mirror shine of the coating lasts more than five years.

The ceramic plates of the locking mechanism are located very tightly, so limescale does not accumulate in them. Mounted at a 30º angle, the QuickClean aerator cuts through the jets for softer, quieter sprays, and is quick and easy to remove to clean away dirt and grime. The water consumption of the device is 5 l / min, which indicates its high efficiency.

For those who are accustomed to even more savings, the included waste valve easily turns the sink into a container for hand washing or shaving without the need for running water.

Installation of the mixer requires a hole with a diameter of 32 mm, while the domestic standard is 33 - 35 mm, so adapters will be needed.

Hansgrohe Focus 31607 is a nice and high-quality faucet from a reputable German brand that justifies its expensive price with years of trouble-free operation.

The German company Grohe has been producing plumbing equipment for home and public use for more than 80 years and is popular in many countries around the world. The Eurostyle New 33558 faucet attracts with its compactness and design, due to which it is widely used in apartments, hotels, offices.

With a height of 163 mm and a depth of 110 mm, the structure has a cylindrical, slightly inclined body with a cast spout. The product attracts with smooth transitions between the elements and the StarLight mirror chrome surface, resistant to scratches and dirt sticking. No less harmonious is the option with a coating in white enamel, moreover, both with snow-white and coloured washbasins in a pair.

Thanks to the Grohe QuickFix installation system, the faucet is easily mounted on the side of the washbasin for a single hole with a diameter of 34 mm using a flexible hose.

It mixes hot and cold water with a ceramic cartridge made using Grohe SilkMove technology, which has a smooth ride and is resistant to lime deposits. To control the flows, there is a convenient lever with a notch, due to which it can be turned with one finger.

The faucet is equipped with a bottom valve that clogs the drain hole so that you can use the sink as a container for hand washing or hygiene procedures without spending running water. Speaking of consumption, the throughput of the branded EcoJoy aerator is 5.7 l / min, which allows us to talk about the good efficiency of the model.

So let's recap. Grohe Eurostyle New is good looking, reliable and easy to use. It is unlikely that you will be able to find analogues of equal quality for the same cost.

The Czech company Ravak specializes in the production of affordable and practical sanitary equipment. Mixer Ravak Classic CL 012.00 is universal for use both at home and in public places.

The cylindrical body of the model with a height of 155 mm is slightly inclined forward, but the spout, at the same time, is located at a right angle. The depth of the entire structure is not the most compact - 125 mm, there are smaller ones. However, due to the simplicity of forms and a small number of elements, the design of the mixer can be called minimalistic.

The classic chrome finish makes the model quite popular and sold, as it fits into any modern interior. The faucet matches perfectly with the Classic series washbasins and other Ravak series, but this does not prevent you from using it in tandem with washbasins and third-party brands.

According to the manufacturer, the ceramic cartridge will last at least 5 years, which is confirmed by the official guarantee for this period.

The faucet aerator is completely hidden in the body of the spout so as not to violate the idea of minimalism, but you can easily remove it from there with a regular coin or other similar object.

Despite the fact that everything in Ravak Classic CL 012.00 seems to be good: both design and quality; Too much simplicity doesn't justify the cost.

Kludi is a family business founded in Germany in the 1930s. Its sanitary fittings have ergonomic shapes and high quality workmanship. Bozz mixer model 382910576 has a high cost, justified by the original design, functionality and reliability.

The mixer is made in the spirit of minimalism and immediately attracts attention with its simplicity of form and compactness. The cast spout is located at right angles to the body and has a curved spout that gives the jet the right angle. The slim lever is easy to adjust with just one finger.

The mirror nickel-chromium finish lasts more than 5 years if not washed with aggressive cleaners, and the compact depth of 115 mm allows the product to be installed on the side of any modern sinks.

The faucet contains a ceramic cartridge that does not deteriorate from lime deposits and, according to the manufacturer, lasts at least 5 years.

The quick installation system allows you to quickly install the faucet, and the bottom valve easily turns the sink into a container for fine washing to save running water. By the way, this consumption of the model still allows it to be classified as economical - 9 liters per minute, but already with a stretch. Add here the high cost of the product and there is no trace of savings. Nevertheless, German quality and stylish design make Kludi Bozz 382910576 one of the most popular single-lever washbasin faucets.