When compactness is everything: 5 desktop coolers

The HotFrost D1150R lacks the traditional heating and cooling functions for coolers, and its only purpose lies in the distribution of drinking water. I.e., in fact, the device is a more advanced alternative to pumps and classic dispensers.

A small neat body of the device with rounded side faces is able to take on board a bottle of water with a capacity of 19 liters. The stainless steel distributor tank is recessed deep into the body, which eliminates the contact of the bottle neck with water and creates safer and more hygienic conditions for the operation of the device. Since the cooler gives out water at room temperature, it is recommended to clean the tank about once a year.

One of the important advantages of the model is the absence of the need to receive power — liquid is poured mechanically using a single water supply key on the front panel. Thanks to its ease of handling, the HotFrost D1150R has earned trust in institutions where young children are brought up (kindergartens and primary school classes).

The compact dimensions of the device (35x35x39 cm) allow you to place it in a cramped place. The main thing is not to forget to provide free space for the upper installation of the water bottle. Whether it's a home kitchen, an office corner or a pedestal in the playroom of a preschool institution, the distributor looks harmonious and aesthetically pleasing everywhere.

Behind the unpronounceable name of the cooler model from the American brand Cooper & Hunter hides a functional device for constantly providing consumers with cold and hot drinking water.

An electronic system is involved in the cooling of the liquid, which has two sides of the coin: on the one hand, the operation of the cooler is almost silent, and on the other, the cooling performance of the model leaves much to be desired (only 0.7 liters / hour). At the same time, the cooler is able to give out up to 5 liters of hot water in 1 hour.

The light indicators on the front panel of the device inform about bringing cold or hot water to the condition. To fill the glass with liquid, you need to use one of two taps of the appropriate colour (red or blue), which respond to pressure and holding by hand. To some, this method of filling cups may seem convenient, while others will find it impractical, but anyway, such a solution does not differ much from models with a tap of the "push glass" type.

In the reviews of the model, there are complaints from users about the discrepancy between the temperature of hot water to the claimed indicator (95 °C) by 15-20 °C in a smaller direction. In addition, the volume of the hot water tank is only enough to fill 1-2 cups with boiling water (depending on their capacity). So you will have to take turns enjoying fragrant tea in a company of 3-4 people, starting from the readiness of a new portion of hot water for making a drink.

The dimensions of Cooper&Hunter YLRT0.7-6Q5 are among the most compact in the family of desktop coolers — with a physical size of 30x30x39 cm, the device selects a minimum of free space in the room. That is why the model is perfect for the home, which is once again confirmed by its parameters of heating and cooling water.

Reference. Coolers with an electronic water cooling system are easier to handle and repair, significantly lighter in weight and cheaper in cost compared to compressor solutions. In addition, they have almost silent operation. That's just the performance of such coolers is low, which is why in the hot summer heat the devices may not keep up with the need to produce a sufficiently large amount of cold drinking water.

The differences between Ecotronic coolers are very simple to understand: the symbol L at the end of the model name indicates the outdoor installation method of the device, and T indicates the desktop. Sometimes the letter E appears in the index, which indicates the use of an electronic cooling system in the design of the cooler.

Ecotronic H1-T belongs to the type of desktop devices with compressor cooling. Therefore, it is characterized by high water cooling performance — translated into specific figures, it reaches the mark of 5 liters / hour. In silence, the human ear can hear the measured hum from the compressor, but in an office room with several computers turned on, the noise is not heard at all.

The device is equipped with two separate taps for hot (90-95 °C) and cold water (5-10 °C). To pour the liquid, you will need to press the appropriate tap with a cup or glass. The hot water tap is additionally equipped with a child pressure protection. By the way, for convenient storage of disposable cups, holes are provided on the sides of the cooler, the purpose of which lies in the possibility of mounting a cup holder.

A bottle of drinking water is installed on top of the cooler. Another way of attaching it in desktop models is extremely rare. The presence of power, as well as the state of heating and cooling water, are indicated by light indicators on the device body. The exterior of the model is able to fit into any interior, which is facilitated by three different body colours — everyone will be able to choose a modification not only according to their own preferences, but also starting from the general style of the room where the cooler is planned to be used.

The D910S model from the HotFrost company is almost a complete analogue of the floor cooler HotFrost V900CS Price from 8 699 up to 8 947 ₴, differing from it only in the desktop installation method.

Two tanks are hidden in the insides of the spectacular black-and—white case of the device: the capacity of the cold water tank is 3 liters, and the capacity of the hot water tank is about 1 liter.Cold water storage is also used to supply cool liquid (15°C) In this case, water intake is made from less cooled upper layers of water. In all cases, the spill is carried out by means of a single tap.

In an hour, the cooler is able to cool down to 3 liters of water, the temperature of which at the outlet will be 5-10 °C. Heating capacity (up to 90-95°C) is even higher and is 4 liters/hour. Liquid supply control is implemented using three large keys on the upper face of the cooler. In order not to accidentally get scalded with boiling water or protect children from it, the hot water supply key is equipped with a sliding safety mechanism. The cold and cool water supply buttons are pressed as usual — without any precautions.

All components of the cooler that come into contact with water are made exclusively of high-quality materials. The same applies to the appearance of the model — the memorable black-and-white colour of the case will emphasize both the office space and the modern home kitchen with its presence.

The brainchild of the Korean company Raifil is produced under the motto "Forget about water bottles!". And indeed, being a representative of a small class of purifiers, the device provides users with drinking water straight from the plumbing.

The closest models according to the principles of operation are flow filters for water with installation under the sink. That's just in the case of the RAIFIL SPR-M1011L, it's enough for him to allocate a piece of free space with dimensions of a little more than 31x36x46 cm. The only limitation in the location of the device is exclusively the availability of water supply.

Cleaning of tap water by the device is carried out in four stages: in the first two, mechanical particles are cut off, organic impurities and active chlorine are removed, in the third stage, a reverse osmotic membrane is activated, and in the last stage, a fine carbon filter is activated. Note that the reverse osmosis method involves thorough and unhurried water purification, respectively, the filtration rate is low. Therefore, for the storage of filtered water, a tank with a volume of 8 liters is provided in the design of the model. The purifier can fill it in one hour.

Unlike the vast majority of traditional coolers, the RAIFIL SPR-M1011L does not know how to heat or cool water. Its primary task is to provide consumers with clean drinking water. The purchase of a purifier will save on expenses for the delivery of bottled water, and also will not affect electricity bills, since the device does not require a power connection.

Another attractive factor of the model is an elegant appearance, represented by a pleasant combination of grey and burgundy. The manufacturer calls this style of execution wine colour. And in some ways he is right — the appearance of a purifier is comparable to a bottle of good red wine, which a priori cannot be cheap. But the high price tag of the model is still justified, especially since it practically does not differ from the similar cost of flow-through water purification systems with reverse osmosis filtration.