Complete Home Filtration vs AquaStream at a Glance
| Factor | Complete Home Filtration | AquaStream |
|---|---|---|
| Australian design and suitability for local conditions |
Australian-founded and operated, with systems configured around the home, water supply and household requirements. |
Australian business with whole home systems, alongside mains and rainwater products, designed in Australia. |
| Whole home coverage |
Whole home filtration from the mains, with configurations addressing sediment, chlorine, chloramine, heavy metals and other quality concerns. Up to 50 L/min. |
Whole home systems for mains and rainwater, with options for sediment, chlorine, taste and smell. Mains systems offer up to 80 L/min. |
| Installation |
Complete Home Filtration manages professional installation through its licensed plumbing teams, with installation and service teams across Australia. |
Some systems include professional installation, arranged through AquaStream’s network. Availability and eligibility depend on the system and location. |
| Cartridge cycle and ongoing cost |
6 to 12 months, depending on configuration and usage. Proprietary system cartridges are supplied for the configured system. |
Replacement times vary by cartridge. Sediment and carbon typically last 6 to 12 months, while the scale protection cartridge usually lasts for 2 years. |
| Softening and hardness |
Hardness can be addressed within the whole home system configuration, including softening resin and scale-prevention options depending on the system selected. |
AquaStream offers scale protection cartridges and other water conditioning products. |
| Local service and aftercare |
Installation and service teams operate across WA, QLD, VIC, NSW, ACT and SA. Whole home systems generally carry a 2-year manufacturer warranty, with installation workmanship coverage applying according to the relevant terms and regulations. |
AquaStream arranges installation and aftercare through its service network. Its DUO and TRIO systems carry a five year parts and labour warranty, subject to the terms. |
| Certifications |
Published certification and manufacturing credentials include WaterMark certification, NSF-related testing/assessment and ISO 9000-accredited manufacturing requirements, with the applicable scope depending on the product and standard. |
Published certification and testing credentials include Australian WaterMark certification for applicable whole home systems. |
Australian Design and Local Water Conditions
Complete Home Filtration
The CHF-6000 is configured around the property’s incoming water and the priorities for the household. Depending on the chosen setup, this can include sediment filtration, chemical reduction, heavy metal treatment, chloramine removal and ways to treat hardness and scale.
This allows for a setup that reflects the water at the property rather than rely on a fixed combination.1, 2
AquaStream
AquaStream’s DUO and TRIO systems are designed for mains water, with separate products to address rainwater and UV disinfection. The right setup depends on whether the home gets mains water or relies on a tank, as these supplies present different challenges.3, 4, 5
Whole Home Coverage
Complete Home Filtration
The CHF-6000 filters water at the property’s mains supply before it reaches the home’s taps, showers and appliances. Its multi-stage setup can include sediment filtration, granular activated carbon and KDF55 media, with additional options available for chloramine reduction, heavy metal treatment, water softening and scale prevention. The maximum flow rates ranges from around 32 to 50 L/min, depending on the system.2
AquaStream
AquaStream’s whole home systems also treat water at the main supply, with two stage DUO models and three stage TRIOs. These systems use sediment and carbon filtration, with the TRIO adding a dedicated scale protection stage and the option for extra treatment. The published maximum flow rates reach 80 L/min, depending on the model.3, 5, 6
Installation and Who Does It
Complete Home Filtration
Complete Home Filtration coordinates professional installation through its technicians and partnered plumbers.
A licensed professional must install the system on the mains between the water meter and the first inlet tee-off into the home. The technician considers the installation requirements when determining the appropriate system setup for the property.2
AquaStream
AquaStream offers installation arrangements for selected whole home systems through its installation network. The process and availability depend on the product and your location, so buyers should confirm whether installation is included in their purchase and who’ll complete the plumbing work.3, 5, 6
Cartridge Cycle and Ongoing Cost
Complete Home Filtration
The CHF-6000 uses high-capacity filter cartridges that generally need replacement every 6 to 12 months, depending on the incoming water quality, household consumption and the chosen configuration.
That means the ongoing cost depends on which cartridges and filtration stages have been included in your system as well as how often they need to be changed.2, 7
AquaStream
AquaStream’s replacement intervals vary by system and cartridge. For the TRIO, the sediment and carbon cartridges usually need replacement every 6 to 12 months, while the scale prevention cartridge has a longer stated interval of around 2 years.
Actual service life will depend on your water quality and household usage.3
Softening and Hardness Handling
Complete Home Filtration
The CHF-6000 can address hard water through different treatment setups. A high-capacity cation-exchange resin cartridge reduces calcium and magnesium through ion exchange, while separate scale prevention options can suit households seeking to manage scale without conventional softening.2, 8
AquaStream
AquaStream offers scale protection in the TRIO system, as well as other water conditioning products. The treatment method depends on the product, so scale control may not be conventional ion-exchange softening. Homeowners concerned about hardness should verify whether their system removes calcium and magnesium or is intended to primarily limit scale.3
Local Service and Aftercare
Complete Home Filtration
Complete Home Filtration offers installation and ongoing support through its Australian network of trained technicians and licensed plumbers. The CHF-6000 comes with a 2-year manufacturer warranty, with plumbing workmanship coverage subject to the applicable terms and state requirements.9, 10
AquaStream
AquaStream provides product support and installation coordination via its service network. The published warranty terms vary by product, so buyers should double check the coverage applicable to their system, including the handling of replacement cartridges and any installation conditions.3, 5, 6
Certification and Scope
Complete Home Filtration
Complete Home Filtration publishes several certifications and manufacturing credentials across its products. These include WaterMark certification, testing against relevant NSF standards and ISO 9000-accredited manufacturing requirements.
For the CHF-6000, the documentation identifies the WaterMark licence as WMK023341 and also provides information about NSF testing and assessment through IAPMO, along with its manufacturing requirements on its certifications page.
The important distinction here is the scope of the credential. A certification or standard may apply to a specific system, component, or manufacturing process, so check the product and assessment rather than assuming every credential applies to the full range.2, 11
AquaStream
AquaStream’s published credentials for its whole home filtration range include WaterMark approval for its Mono, DUO and TRIO filter housings. The company also supplies a range of filtration cartridges, but its published whole home system pages don’t identify NSF certifications or ISO 9000 manufacturing credentials for the range.4
Appendix
- https://www.completehomefiltration.com.au/
- https://www.completehomefiltration.com.au/products/whole-home-filtration
- https://www.aquastream.com.au/aquastream-complete-home-filtration-systems
- https://www.aquastream.com.au/aquastream-20-whole-house-filter-system-for-rainwater
- https://www.aquastream.com.au/aquastream-duo.1-whole-home-mains-water-filter-sys
- https://www.aquastream.com.au/aquastream-duo.2-whole-home-mains-water-filter-sys
- https://www.completehomefiltration.com.au/resources/maintenance-guide
- https://www.completehomefiltration.com.au/news-insights/hard-water
- https://www.completehomefiltration.com.au/support
- https://www.completehomefiltration.com.au/resources/chf-warranty
- https://www.completehomefiltration.com.au/certifications