There are only two other models I’d recommend looking at, which are relatively competitive. They are by two competitor companies, so you’ll know I’m not trying to restrict any info here. I advise everyone to do their research, because it’s a very expensive machine.

First, the Jupiter Aquarius. The Aquarius is really not much of a competitor, but it’s Jupiter’s top of the line model, and in my opinion is the third best machine on the market, performance-wise, coming in around the level of the Enagic SD-501 machine. Due to having less plates, using a transformer power source instead of more advanced SMPS technology, offering less pH settings, and only having one filter which jupiter has used for years instead of a newer advanced dual filter. I’ve read reviews saying that these machines have difficulty reaching the more acidic pH levels as well, which is unfortunate if you’re looking for the advantages that acidic water can offer around the home, like sanitizing dishes and as an antiseptic on cuts. The Aquarius costs $1795, which is $100 MORE than the Genesis, even though you’d expect it to be cheaper, and since it performs worse, I almost didn’t mention it but I figured I’d give you two new options.

Second, the Tyent MMP-7070. This machine is quite competitive – in fact there are VERY few performance-related advantages that the Genesis has over this model. They both came out in the past year.

I recommend watching these comparison videos: http://www.kangenscam.com/tyent-comparison/. In the videos, the Genesis does soundly beat the Tyent machine, but not by much.

What this leads me to conclude is that the differences between the Genesis and Tyent 7070 are small. The major difference is that the Tyent machine costs $1995 and the KYK Genesis currently costs $1695 on introductory discount. That, to me, is the bottom line. The Genesis performs better and costs $300 less.

I hope I answered your questions! Good luck.