Head to head
SpringWell WS1 vs Aquasana Rhino Well
Side-by-side comparison of two well water systems: oxidation for iron and sulfur versus filtration with UV.
By FilterWise Home Editorial Team · Last updated · How we research
| Spec | SpringWellWS1 Well Water Filter | AquasanaRhino Well Water with UV |
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| Contaminant reduction claims | Iron, Manganese, Hydrogen sulfide (rotten-egg odor) | Sediment, Bacteria and viruses (UV, manufacturer claim), Taste and odor |
| Flow rate | 12 GPM | 7 GPM |
| Appropriate water source | Private well | Private well |
| Maintenance | Automatic backwash; periodic media inspection | Annual UV lamp replacement; pre-filter every 2–3 months |
| Warranty | Lifetime (limited) — Limited lifetime on tanks and valves (sample — verify) | 10 years — Limited warranty (sample — verify) |
| Certifications | None verified | None verified |
| Price | Price not verified | Price not verified |
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| Merchant | SpringWell | Aquasana |
| Sample — unverified Visit SpringWellNon-affiliate merchant link | Sample — unverified Visit AquasanaNon-affiliate merchant link |
Our take
These systems target different well problems. The WS1 is aimed at iron and sulfur; the Rhino Well with UV is aimed at microbiological concerns. A lab water test should decide.
Our editorial methodology
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- We do not conduct hands-on or laboratory testing, and we do not publish invented performance results.
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