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Wingsol Faucet (WS-FM001-PAC) vs PUR PLUS Faucet (FM2500V) Side-by-Side Comparison

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Wingsol Faucet Water Filter

$44.99 from Amazon

PUR Faucet Water Filter

$21.99 from Amazon(+1 more)
Two faucet-mount water faucets, the Wingsol Faucet (WS-FM001-PAC) and PUR PLUS Faucet (FM2500V), held side-by-side by a reviewer for comparison purposes.

Overall Verdict

The Wingsol WS-FM001-PAC has plenty of value to spare. For a very affordable price, you get a faucet-mount filter with a stainless steel housing and — according to the ad — a very capable filter cartridge that can take out most major classes of harmful chemicals that could be in your tap water.

But does it live up to expectations?

The Wingsol WS-FM001-PAC’s filtering performance is worse than most.

In the chlorine filtering test, while it removed most of the chlorine in the chlorinated water we pumped through it, there’s still a trace amount of the chemical left behind that our water test kit picked up. Because of this, the Wingsol is one of just two models in our database with a chlorine filtering score lower than a perfect 10.

As a result, while the Wingsol WS-FM001-PAC is a functional filter, it has the worst value out of all the other models in our database. The only good thing about the filter is the durable stainless steel housing. 

On the other hand, the PUR Plus FM2500V has a perfect chlorine test score. But in return, it failed our filtering flow rate test with a measured flow rate of just 0.3 GPM. So, even though it’s safe to use if you want to have fast-flowing water in your kitchen, the PUR FM2500V may not be a good choice.

Unlike the Wingsol, the PUR faucet-mount filter is made from plastic. As a result, it may not last as long as the Wingsol and may be more prone to breakage. But PUR has had a great track record of building quality and long-lasting filters so far, and we didn’t find any issue with the filter after weeks of testing.

So, while the PUR is pricier and doesn’t work quite as quickly as the Wingsol, it should make for a far better purchase in general.

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Pros & Cons

  • Durable stainless steel construction
  • Easy installation with slip-on, rotating collar
  • The handle for the routing valve is easy to use
  • Comes with up to 9 faucet adapters to fit different types of faucets
  • Excellent chlorine filtering ability
  • Easy installation and servicing with "one-click" system
  • Lightweight and compact design
  • A filter change indicator
  • Filtering performance is lower than other models we tested
  • We found rusting within the inner components of the filter, despite it being made from stainless steel
  • Low flow rate in filtering mode
  • Weak grip on faucet due to the one-click system
  • Flimsy routing valve’s handle
  • The plastic construction can be problematic for long-term durability

Key Specs

Filtering flow rate
0.9 GPM
0.44 GPM
Capacity
320 gals
100 gals
Qualifications
NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and 53
NSF/ANSI Standard 42
Dimensions
L5 x W2.7 x H5 inches
L6.5 x W2.5 x H5.5 inches
Weight
1.4 pounds
1 pound
Warranty
1-year
2-year

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$41.69
$21.81
$44.99 at Amazon
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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
9.2
6.8

Chlorine Test

9.5
10
The Wingsol WS-FM001 filter is mounted on a faucet. To the left is the color pad with activated test strips.
Two activated water testing strips on the result color pad. The strip to the left is from the control sample, and the strip to the right is from the filtered water sample.
The Wingsol WS-FM001 filter is mounted on a faucet. To the left is the color pad with activated test strips.
Wingsol Faucet Water Filter Chlorine Test
Two water test strips laid on a color chart, held to the left of the PUR Plus FM2500V water filter mounted on a faucet.
Two activated test strips are laid on a color chart, showing the water quality result. The strip to the left is from the chlorine water pumped through the filter. The second strip is from the filtered water of the PUR FM2500V.
Two water test strips laid on a color chart, held to the left of the PUR Plus FM2500V water filter mounted on a faucet.
PUR Faucet Water Filter (FM2500V) Chlorine Test
Before
10+ mg/l
10+ mg/l
After
~0.1 - 0.5 mg/l
~0 mg/l

Flow Rate Test

9.0
4.7
Duration
20 secs
20 secs
Amount
0.3 gallons
0.148 gallons
Flow Rate
0.9 GPM
0.44 GPM

Design

Overall Design Scoring
7.9
7.8

In the Box

The full content of the Wingsol WS-FM001’s shipping box.
The grey PUR PFM350V filter is in the middle, surrounded by its accessories, manuals, and the shipping box.

Weight & Dimensions

The dimensions of the Wingsol WS-FM001 filter. Its length is 5 inches, width 2.7 inches, and height 5 inches.
The dimensions of the PUR Plus FM2500V. Its length is 6.5 inches, width is 2.5 inches, and height is 5.5 inches.
Length
5.0" (12.7 cm)
6.5" (16.5 cm)
Width
2.7" (6.9 cm)
2.5" (6.4 cm)
Height
5.0" (12.7 cm)
5.5" (14.0 cm)
Weight
1.4 lbs (0.6 kg)
1 pound

Build Quality

7.2
7.5
The silver, metallic Wingsol WS-FM001 faucet-mount water filter is laid on a grey table.
The silver, metallic Wingsol WS-FM001 faucet-mount water filter is laid on a grey table.
The two nozzles of the Wingsol WS-FM001 faucet-mount water filter.
The grey, plastic PUR Plus FM2500V faucet-mount filter on its side on a grey table.

Filter Piece

8.0
8.5
The Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC) filter block of the Wingsol WS-FM001 water filter.
The plastic, blue-colored filter cartridge of the PUR Plus FM2500V standing upright on a grey table.
Filter Model
WS-FM001-PAC replacement filter
PUR Plus MineralCore™
Filtration Process
Powdered Activated Carbon
Activated Carbon, Ion Exchange Resin & MineralCore™
Certifications
ANSI Standard 42 and 53
ANSI Standard 42, 53, 401
Filter Capacity
320 gallons
100 gallons

Routing Valve

10
6.0
The rotating handle of the Wingsol WS-FM001 water filter’s routing valve.
The handle of the PUR Plus FM2500V’s routing valve in the horizontal position.
The routing valve’s handle is in the horizontal position, which will allow water to bypass the filter.
The handle of the PUR Plus FM2500V’s routing valve in the horizontal position.
The handle of the PUR Plus FM2500V is in the vertical position, activating the water filtering mode.
Type of Valve
Rotating
Rotating

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
9.7
9.4

Installation

10
8.5
A metal faucet adapter is fixed onto the mount of the Wingsol WS-FM001.
A close-up shot of the PUR Plus FM2500V’s mounting port when mated with a metal faucet adapter.
The PUR Plus FM2500V’s mounting port when mated with a faucet adapter. Note the white disengaging buttons to either side of the port.
A close-up shot of the PUR Plus FM2500V’s mounting port when mated with a metal faucet adapter.
The PUR Plus FM2500V leans backward when mounted on the faucet.

Ease of Use

9.0
10

Leak

10
10

Maintenance

10
8.0
The PAC filter block alongside the many disassembled pieces of the Wingsol WS-FM001 water filter.
The filter change indicator light on the PUR Plus FM2500V faucet-mount water filter.
Filter Indicator
N/A
Yes
Replacement
6 months
1-2 months