Enagic® / Kangen® vs LIFE®
How are Enagic® / Kangen® and LIFE Ionizers™ different?
Enagic® / Kangen® and LIFE Ionizers® are both reputable companies that have been in business for several years. Both offer top quality water ionizers which produce high pH alkaline water, rich in minerals and micro-clustered molecules. Both companies strive to educate the public about the benefits of alkaline water.
What makes LIFE better? Technology and value, see for yourself:
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| Products | LIFE Ionizer 9000 |
LIFE Ionizer 7700 |
Enagic LevelLuk SD 501 |
| Plate Quantity | 9 Plates |
7 Plates |
7 Plates |
| Power Type | SMPS Power System ![]() |
SMPS Power System ![]() |
Transformer ![]() |
| Power Wattage | 349+ Watts |
309+ Watts |
230 Watts |
| Filters | Dual Filters with 9-layers of filtration ![]() |
Dual Filters with 9-layers of filtration ![]() |
Single 5-stage carbon filter ![]() |
| Pre-filters available | Yes ![]() |
Yes ![]() |
No ![]() |
| Plate Material | Double Dipped Platinum Coated Titanium ![]() |
Double Dipped Platinum Coated Titanium ![]() |
Platinum Titanium ![]() |
| Plate Design | Solid Plate or optional Mesh Plate Technology ![]() |
Solid Plate or optional Mesh Plate Technology ![]() |
Solid Plate ![]() |
| Plate Thickness | .25 microns ![]() |
.25 microns ![]() |
.20 microns ![]() |
| Warranty | Unconditional LIFEtime Warranty on parts & labor ![]() |
LIFEtime warranty on parts and 10 years on labor ![]() |
5 year warranty ![]() |
| Trial Period | 60 Days ![]() |
60 Days ![]() |
3 days money back. After that up to 30 days and return fee up to $800 ![]() |
| pH Levels | 4 Alkaline, 2 acidic modes, and a purified water mode |
4 Alkaline, 2 acidic modes, and a purified water mode |
4 alkaline, 2 acidic levels, & a clean mode |
| Amperage Adjustments for Optimal Hard Water Performance | Adjustable up to 349 Watts - (custom to exact wattage) 4,000 Programmable pH and ORP Levels ![]() |
Adjustable up to 309 Watts - (custom to exact wattage) 4,000 Programmable pH and ORP Levels ![]() |
Amperage settings are pre-set at the factory so there is no way to adjust for hard water ![]() |
| ORP Ratings | Highest antioxidant ORP value in the industry! up to -800. ![]() |
Great antioxidant ORP value, up to -600. ![]() |
Below average ORP level of -400, and you must use chemicals to reach this level! ![]() |
| UV Light System | Life Ionizers is the only company to offer UV Light Technology. Recommended for people concerned about bacteria in their water. ![]() |
Life Ionizers is the only company to offer UV Light Technology. Recommended for people concerned about bacteria in their water. ![]() |
Doesn't offer UV Light protection ![]() |
| convertible for under-counter installation | Yes ![]() |
Yes ![]() |
No ![]() |
| Start Up Date in U.S. | EarthTrade Water, Inc.™ started distribution in the US in 1996 |
EarthTrade Water, Inc.™ started distribution in the US in 1996 |
Enagic™ started distribution in the US in 2004 |
| Year Model Updated | New for 2011! |
New for 2011! |
2004 |
| UL Certified | Yes |
Yes |
Yes |
| WQA Certified Lead Free | No ![]() |
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| Price | $2,497.00 ![]() |
$1,997.00 ![]() |
$3,890 ![]() |
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LIFE Ionizers® |
Enagic® / Kangen® |
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| Business Model | Factory direct savings to the public and our authorized dealers ![]() |
Multi-Level Marketing pyramid scheme doubles the price! ![]() |
| Innovation | The industry leader in technology, innovation and patents ![]() |
Enagic® / Kangen® has never updated the SD-501 ![]() |
| Cost | Only $1997, you save $1983! ![]() |
Most expensive ionizer in its class at $3,980 ![]() |
| Warranty | LIFEtime warranty on all parts with a 10 year warranty on labor ![]() |
Offers a 5 year warranty ![]() |
| Power Source | Advanced SMPS Power System ![]() |
Obsolete underpowered transformer ![]() |
| Color Options | Lots of colors to choose from ![]() |
None ![]() |
| US Distribution | Since 1996 ![]() |
Since 2005 ![]() |
LIFE Ionizers® is independently tested and lab certified to produce the cleanest and safest water available!
Independent Analysis: Environmental Testing and Research Labs®
ETR Labs® tested various water ionizers for contaminants in the water after ionization. Their analysis proves that LIFE Ionizers® out perform all other ionizers in filtering out harmful toxins and contaminants Click here to view the official study.
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Call us with any questions you may have about alkaline water ionizers. We are open 7 days a week, our staff of water experts can answer any questions you have. We offer excellent financing terms with low monthly payments! (888) 688-8889
Please take some time to review some of the latest innovovations in technology that LIFE Ionizers have to offer:
- Ultraviolet (UV) Technology (patent pending) for destroying parasitic cysts in the water supply
- MESH technology™ which boosts the pH and ORP to the highest levels in the industry
- Power System - Kangen® uses the old-fashioned transformer, LIFE uses the advanced SMPS Power System – same system as High Definition Televisions better power distribution for higher pH and ORP (antioxidants); runs cooler and lasts twice as long
- Power 5 – Five amperage settings to optimize ionizer performance
- Dual filters with Vitamin C Ceramic Technology™ for chlorine and chloramines reduction
- Free water report includes Free Pre-filter and housing
- Under Counter systems with brushed stainless steel faucets w/ twin spouts, digital read-out & touch control
- The first and only alkaline water ionizer listed in the 2009 Physicians' Desk Reference® for Nonprescription Drugs, Dietary Supplements and Herbs
Get a Free DVD & Book on the benefits of drinking alkaline water.
Enagic® and Kangen are registered trademarks of Enagic, Co., Ltd and is in no way affiliated with LIFE Ionizers. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.Copyright © 2008. EarthTrade Water.










