What is RO vs UV vs UF?
RO removes dissolved salts; UV kills germs; UF filters cysts and mud without electricity.
Short answer
RO on already-soft water tastes flat and wastes 2–3 litres per litre purified.
RO vs UV vs UF when buying a water purifier
RO removes dissolved salts; UV kills germs; UF filters cysts and mud without electricity.
Why it matters: Each handles a different problem. Municipal water usually needs UV+UF; borewell and tanker water needs RO.
Look for: RO on already-soft water tastes flat and wastes 2–3 litres per litre purified.
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