There was a time when there were two taps in the kitchens and in the bathrooms: separate for hot and cold water. Regular brass options, not particularly finesse. Water was collected separately, which was extremely inconvenient. Various devices have been invented for mixing streams of water. For example, two rubber tubes worn on the spouts of the taps were connected to a tee-shaped watering can. This gave water of the desired temperature.
An engineering thought combined two taps into one unit, and a cold and hot water mixer turned out. Simple and very convenient. The next step was to improve the design and construction of the shut-off valve (crane-axle box). Today there are many variants of mixers of various types: lever, ball, two-grip or two-valve, and even with automatic electronic control. Many design solutions, from classic shapes to futuristic models, defy description at all. Everyone can choose a kitchen faucet to their liking.
We have compiled a list of the best kitchen faucets based on expert opinions and feedback from real customers. Our recommendations will help you make the best choice for your requirements and desires. There are many competitors on the world market for equipment, but we have selected the best manufacturers and recommend that you pay special attention to them:
Budget / Inexpensive
- Lemark
- IDDIS
- WasserKRAFT
- Rossinka
- Grohe
Middle price category
- Kaiser
Dear / Premium
- Jacob Delafon
- Omoikiri
- Grohe
- WasserKRAFT
1 | Lemark Plus Strike LM1105C | 2 710 p. |
2 | IDDIS Alborg K56001C | 3 690 RUB |
3 | Rossinka Silvermix S35-23 | 2 480 RUB |
4 | Grohe Concetto 32663001 | 12 401 p. |
5 | Kaiser Teka 13044 | 6,030 p. |
6 | Jacob Delafon Carafe E18865 | 27,000 RUB |
7 | Omoikiri Tonami-C | 11 788 p. |
8 | WasserKRAFT Amper 2907 | 3,560 RUB |
9 | KAISER Decor 40144 | 6 050 RUB |
10 | WasserKRAFT А8047 | 14 150 RUB |
11 | KAISER Merkur 26044 | 6 540 RUB |
12 | Lemark Standard LM2105C | 3 800 RUB |
13 | IDDIS Bounce BOUSBJ0i05 | 4 390 p. |
14 | Grohe Costa L 21374001 | 3 283 p. |
Double wishbone
The main advantages
Incredibly stylish French single-lever mixer with two separate channels for tap and filtered water. You don't have to buy anything: the set already includes a water purification filter with a resource of 7500 liters (enough for about 4-6 months, depending on the number of consumers). With it, you can get clean liquid up to 4 liters per minute. Water supply is also regulated by a two-position aerator.
A high spout is good for shallow sinks; in others, due to its short length, it can give some splashes. The ceramic cartridge is reliable and durable, and the manufacturer gives a 25-year warranty for the coating. It's hard to say what the point is, but the mixer is really made to last.
Advantages
- Great design
- Quality materials and assembly
- High (31 cm) spout
- Water filter included
- Separate channels for filtered and tap water
Minuses
- High price
- The standard filter is rather weak
The main advantages
Single lever mixer with a very interesting design. Separate supply of tap and filtered water and a complete set of connections allow you to use home filters from any manufacturer.
The ceramic cartridge with a diameter of 35 mm is reliable and of high quality. The spout height is small - 19 cm, but this faucet is intended for kitchen sets of a certain design, and there its size is fully justified and convenient to use.
Installation is simple, Omoikiri Tonami-C has only one mounting hole, and it is not heavy, so you can take on all the work.
Advantages
- Stylish design
- Reliable materials
- Filtered water outlet
- Smooth handle travel
- Nice quiet aerator
Minuses
- Not suitable for all sinks
The main advantages
- The spout rotates 360 ° for comfortable use when cleaning dishes or filling large containers with water outside the sink
- The main two-position lever regulates the flow of cold and hot water, and also provides fast mixing of streams to reach the desired temperature
- An additional lever with an individual connection allows you to connect a flow filter to obtain drinking water
- The manufacturer uses high quality materials (brass, ceramics), which allows you to forget about rust and gusts for many years, even when in contact with dirty water
- Two aerators for industrial and drinking water ensure economical consumption and no splashes. The kit includes spare aerators
Single-lever
The main advantages
One of the rare inexpensive but high quality high spout faucets. The tap neck is raised to a height of 19 cm from the outer surface of the sink. It is convenient to put a large amount of dishes in the sink or wash tall glasses, jugs and pots. However, even with an empty sink, water does not splash in all directions.
The spout is swivel, but it is not recommended to rotate it too often - backlash, loosening the nut. The ceramic cartridge is good for this price, with not too hard water it can last for several years.
Advantages
- High spout
- Decent quality brass and chrome plating
- Reliable ceramic cartridge
- Low noise
- Cute design
Minuses
- Cold / hot water markings are only visible from a certain angle
The main advantages
A reliable and simple mixer of Russian production, feel free to buy if there is no money for more expensive models. Ceramic 40mm cartridge will last long and trouble-free.
Thanks to a special plastic spacer, it is convenient to mount the tap on the sink: it will neither swing nor rotate. Plus, the fastening is carried out on two pins - a very reliable method.
The spout is swivel, the chrome finish is not particularly thick, but will retain its original appearance for at least 2-3 years.
Due to the low neck rise, it is best to use a deep sink mixer. The aerator is equipped with a special noise reduction pad.
Advantages
- Good build quality
- Secure attachment to sink or countertop
- High quality large cartridge
- Innovative aerator
- Decent design
Minuses
- Low spout - inconvenient to use with shallow sinks
The main advantages
The most inexpensive mixer in our ranking. Its attractiveness is added by a good design, a ceramic cartridge 35 mm, and most importantly - a high swivel spout. Wash as many dishes as you like - a height of 25 cm from the countertop / top of the sink is probably enough.
The maximum temperature this mixer can be used with is 75 degrees, be careful with water heaters. The aerator cuts water consumption in half.
Advantages
- Low price
- Decent quality brass base
- High spout
- Decent design
- Manufacturer's warranty 7 years
Minuses
- Not the most durable chrome finish
Two-valve
The main advantages
- Bow-shaped mixer with ceramic shut-off valve, which increases reliability and guarantees a long life of the model
- Installed in the model, the plastic Neoperl CASCADE aerator ensures an even distribution of the stream
- The kit includes a plastic seal that allows you to securely install the tap even on thin metal sinks
- The chrome-nickel coating of the mixer does not need any special maintenance. It is enough to regularly wipe the surface with neutral detergents that do not contain abrasive particles
- Thanks to the swivel rotation of the spout, you can easily change the direction of the water jet in the desired direction
- Flexible type of connection greatly simplifies installation work
The main advantages
- Standard mounting hole allows cold and hot water piping with needles, guaranteeing long-term, break-free operation
- Complete gaskets and retaining rings ensure a secure fit on any kitchen sink
- The swivel type spout is removable and can be replaced with any spout with the corresponding connection diameter
- The mixer is additionally chrome-plated to resist corrosion, making it easy to clean
- The aerator saves water and prevents splashing water. Can be replaced at the request of the user
The main advantages
- Ceramic semi-turn crane trailers eliminate rust and deformation of the locking mechanisms inside the valve, guaranteeing about 500 thousand opening / closing cycles
- The base is made of high quality brass, ensuring long service life and high resistance to deformation
- The proprietary Neoperl M24 aerator provides economical water consumption (up to 30%) and absolute environmental friendliness due to the use of silicone
- The design of the tap eliminates the heating of the handles during long-term operation of hot water
- The manufacturer provides a 10-year warranty, which is an undoubted guarantee of quality
The main advantages
- The manufacturer thoroughly tests its products after manufacture and before shipment, excluding the possibility of defective copies getting on sale
- The original design and reliable materials of manufacture are the hallmarks of the brand, allowing you to enjoy using for many years without maintenance
- The handles are made of metal, so they are not subject to deformation / breakage under impact and pressure. An additional thermal insulation layer prevents heating when hot water is supplied
- Metal seal ring for washbasin mounts to secure base
- The two-valve system with half-turn crane trailers allows quick setting of the leaving water temperature. Each valve has a marker (blue and red)
Mid-price
The main advantages
A reliable mixer from a well-known manufacturer with wide functionality. The ceramic three-disc cartridge provides long-term performance.
The design is beyond praise, you will have something to show off to your guests. The swivel spout is 27.5 cm high.
An interesting feature is an additional outlet for filtered water, which, if necessary, is supplied separately from the main stream.
The brass base and chrome finish are generally in line with the price of the appliance. The supplied flexible piping is a bit short, not suitable for every kitchen.
Advantages
- Great design
- High spout
- Filtered water outlet
- Quality materials and assembly
- Smooth handle travel
Minuses
- Editing can be tricky
The main advantages
- The body is made of brass, therefore it does not corrode even in contact with contaminated water. The manufacturer provides a five-year warranty
- Ceramic cartridge is not subject to oxidation, easily copes with sudden changes in temperature, does not rust and withstands many opening cycles
- Single-lever mechanism makes it easy to adjust the water temperature in the mixer with one hand
- A separate lever with an outlet for connecting to the filter allows you to connect treatment systems and provide all residents with clean water
- Traditional swivel spout with integrated aerator for comfortable use in kitchens of all sizes with different sink shapes
Premium class
The main advantages
An interesting model for a modern kitchen with a pull-out spout - actually a shower, which is convenient to use when washing dishes. The maximum height is 45 centimeters, there is simply nowhere higher!
The 35mm SilkMove ceramic cartridge is corrosion resistant and durable. The chrome-plated StarLight surface protects the brass base from hard water attack.
The mixer has a quick installation system, but it is still better to entrust this operation to a specialist: the installation process has its own subtleties. The price is palpable, but you pay for wide functionality and good quality.
Advantages
- Pull-out spout
- Reliable cartridge
- Quality materials and assembly
- Nice quiet aerator
- Smooth handle travel
Minuses
- Complex installation process
The main advantages
- A kitchen mixer with an additional channel for connecting filtration systems allows you to provide not only technical, but also drinking water without purchasing separate taps
- Single-lever mechanism with simultaneous supply of hot and cold water will provide accurate temperature setting for washing dishes in a comfortable environment
- The body is entirely made of brass with an additional bronze coating. The product is not subject to corrosion, therefore the manufacturer offers a five-year warranty
- The kit includes all accessories for quick installation of the mixer to almost any sink
- Ceramic cartridge does not deform with sudden temperature changes, working safely with water from 0 to + 95 ° C
- Locking mechanisms guarantee up to half a million open / close cycles