Why Aquillux
Not All Water Treatment
Is Created Equal.
Traditional water softeners and carbon flush systems leave critical gaps. Here's how Aquillux compares — feature by feature.
| Feature |  Apex System | Salt Softener | Carbon Filter |
|---|---|---|---|
Removes chlorine & chloramines Carbon flush only treats taste/odor, not hardness or heavy metals | Yes | No | Yes |
Removes PFAS / PFOA Some carbon block filters reduce PFAS but not reliably | Yes | No | Partial |
Removes lead & heavy metals | Yes | No | Partial |
Removes nitrates & arsenic | Yes | No | No |
Prevents limescale buildup | Yes | Yes | No |
Salt-free operation | Yes | No | Yes |
No sodium added to water Salt-based softeners replace calcium/magnesium with sodium | Yes | No | Yes |
Safe to drink from any tap Softened water is not recommended for drinking or cooking | Yes | Partial | Partial |
Zero waste water Salt softeners backflush 25–65 gallons per regeneration cycle | Yes | No | Yes |
No electricity required | Yes | No | Yes |
Protects pipes & appliances | Yes | Yes | No |
Improves skin & hair health | Yes | Partial | Partial |
Legal in all California counties Salt-based softeners are banned or restricted in many CA counties | Yes | No | Yes |
Annual maintenance included | Yes | No | No |
Starting monthly cost Aquillux from $48/mo. Softeners $30–80/mo in salt alone. Carbon filters $15–50/mo. | Yes | Partial | Partial |
The Aquillux Difference
Six Reasons Families
Choose Aquillux Over Everything Else
No Salt. Ever.
Salt-based softeners add sodium to your water — not ideal for drinking, cooking, or families with health concerns. Aquillux uses zero salt, zero chemicals.
Legal Where Softeners Aren't
Salt softeners are banned or restricted in Santa Barbara County and many other California jurisdictions. Aquillux is fully compliant everywhere.
Drink From Any Tap
Softened water is not recommended for drinking. With Aquillux, every faucet in your home delivers clean, filtered water you can actually drink.
Zero Wasted Water
Traditional softeners backflush 25–65 gallons per regeneration cycle. Aquillux wastes nothing — better for your water bill and the environment.
Whole-Home + Drinking Water
Carbon filters only treat one faucet. Aquillux Apex protects every pipe, shower, and appliance — then the Alkaline Plus delivers RO-grade drinking water under your sink.
One Annual Visit. That's It.
No salt bags to haul. No backwash cycles. No monthly filter swaps. Just one professional service visit per year — parts and labor included.
