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EcoPure EP42 42,000 Grain Water Softener vs NuvoH2O Manor Salt-Free Water Softener System (DPMB)

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. NuvoH2O Manor Salt-Free Water Softener System (DPMB) is cheaper at $999.99. Every spec and price links to its source.

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Spec EcoPure EP42 42,000 Grain Water Softener NuvoH2O Manor Salt-Free Water Softener System (DPMB)
US price $999.99
BrandEcoPureNuvoH2O
Released
Grain capacity 42
System type ion-exchange salt-free
Flow rate gpm
Salt efficiency lbs per kgrains
Iron removal ppm 11
Nsf certifications NSF Certified
Smart app control No No
Tank warranty years 10 5
Msrp usd 1094.99

Sources — EcoPure EP42 42,000 Grain Water Softener: ecopure.com (verified 2026-06-26). NuvoH2O Manor Salt-Free Water Softener System (DPMB): purewaterguys.com (verified 2026-06-26).

What's the difference between the EcoPure EP42 42,000 Grain Water Softener and NuvoH2O Manor Salt-Free Water Softener System (DPMB)?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (2 of 9). Matching specs are omitted.

  • System type: EcoPure EP42 42,000 Grain Water Softener ion-exchange vs NuvoH2O Manor Salt-Free Water Softener System (DPMB) salt-free
  • Tank warranty years: EcoPure EP42 42,000 Grain Water Softener 10 vs NuvoH2O Manor Salt-Free Water Softener System (DPMB) 5

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