How Much Do Bottleless (Point-of-Use) Office Water Coolers Cost?
Last Updated: January 10, 2022
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Water coolers are both convenient and a great way to motivate yourself and others to drink more water. Most people think of large, cumbersome bottles when they picture a water cooler, an image that can be seen in most offices and across pop culture, but there are bottleless models available as well.
A bottleless water cooler still provides ice cold (or steaming hot) water at the touch of a button, all while utilizing state of the art filtration systems and cutting out the hassle of replacing the bottle. In addition to convenience, bottleless systems help to reduce plastic usage. More and more offices are switching to or implementing point-of-use water coolers throughout their office space.
What are Bottleless (Point-of-Use) Water Coolers? #
Though more expensive than traditional options, bottleless water coolers have a lower operational cost than their bottled competitors. Instead of purchasing new bottles every month, point-of-use water coolers take water directly from your water lines and filter out any contaminants in order to provide clean, delicious water for drinking and cooking. You can even connect them to your reverse osmosis system to ensure the highest quality of water. Rid yourself of the hassles of delivery bills, spilled water, and storage issues with a bottleless water cooler.
How Much Does a Bottleless Water Cooler Cost? #
Bottleless water cooler systems vary in cost depending on the manufacturer, size, style, and the vendor you purchase through. However, this is a general guide as to what you can expect to pay for a point-of-use water cooler:
- Clover D7A Point-of-Use Water Cooler, filtered, hot and cold adjustable temperature controls, stainless steel reservoir, convection cooled condenser that operates quietly, price range: $290 to $405
- Brio Commercial Grade Bottleless Water Cooler, 2-stage water filter; three temperature settings: hot, cold and room temperature; child safety lock; stainless steel; price range: $300 to $350
- Oasis Hot 'N Cold Point-of-Use Water Cooler, stainless steel, produces up to 45 6-oz. cups of hot water every hour, adjustable thermostat, reservoir helps produce constant cold water, price range: $340 to $425
- Oasis AquaBar II Series Point-of-Use Water Cooler, 4 gallon stainless steel reservoir, produces up to 2 gallons of hot, cold, or room temperature water every hour, adjustable thermostat, Energy Star rated, price range: $550 to $700
Accessories and any additional filtration systems can add to the price as well.
Pros and Cons of Bottleless Water Coolers #
Point-of-use water coolers often come out on top when compared to traditional bottled water coolers. A bottleless water cooler is more convenient, since it hooks directly into a water supply and does not require changing out or purchasing new bottles. And, with a built-in filtering system, you still get the same quality of pure water that you would with bottled water.
However, it should also be noted that bottleless water coolers tend to require more maintenance due to their built-in filters and water lines. They can also be louder than their competitors, especially ones that require electricity to cool and heat the water. Unlike bottled water coolers, point-of-use systems generally have to be maintained by the operator. The initial cost of bottleless systems is more expensive as well, but you save in the long run since you do not have to constantly buy new bottles.
Things to Consider When Purchasing Bottleless Water Coolers #
Comparisons and cost are very important factors to consider before deciding on your bottleless water cooler system, but they should not be the only factors that you consider. Think about the usage of the water cooler. If you think you'll be switching out the bottles or refilling them constantly then a system that hooks directly to a water line might be better. You should also think about how much space you have for the unit. There are models that can be purchased for both larger spaces and smaller spaces. Make sure to be realistic in your expectations for placement, as point-of-use water coolers must be near a water line. And, don't forget to consider extra features, such as cup holders, drip trays, and temperature options. Figure out what you need and want in a water cooler, and compare the available options before making any final purchasing decisions.
