BRITA Vivreau Extra C-Tap

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According to the BRITA data sheet, the tall tap with drip tray measures 134 × 409 × 269 mm, listed as width × height × depth. These dimensions describe only the visible part. The 272 × 490 × 473 mm chiller sits under the countertop; a hot water version also includes a boiler. The system therefore needs to be planned as a built-in project for a fixed kitchen counter or service counter.

The technical data sheet lists four model configurations: still, still plus sparkling, still plus hot, and still plus sparkling plus hot. In the appropriately equipped version, BRITA lists unchilled and chilled still water, lightly sparkling and sparkling water, and hot water. This selection is not available with every version purchased. Operators who want to dispense tea must order a version with a boiler; those offering sparkling water also need a CO₂ cylinder, according to the installation document.

BRITA describes a CLARITY Protect filter for cold water and an additional PURITY C filter for hot water to reduce limescale. The data sheet lists ThermalGate as a standard hygiene feature. It assigns PureProtect to cold water models; HygienePlus is optional for selected sparkling and hot water configurations. The BRITA product page lists leak detection, emergency shutoff, and scald protection. These are manufacturer claims that should be checked against the specific version ordered in the offer.

The BRITA data sheet specifies maximum power consumption of 540 W for the chiller and 2.1 kW for the optional boiler. These are separate equipment ratings, not a measured continuous consumption. The installation document lists R290 with a charge of 68 g and noise emissions below 60 dB(A) for the cooling unit. The reviewed documents do not specify a model-specific minimum distance from a wall or ceiling or a separate technician requirement. Ventilation planning should therefore be part of the assessment for the intended cabinet.

A mains-fed water dispenser eliminates the need to refill a supply tank. The Extra C-Tap instead requires a continuously usable drinking water connection, an outlet in the cabinet, and access to the filter, chiller, and, where applicable, boiler and CO₂ cylinder. The installation document describes water supply requirements, including a minimum flow pressure of 2.5 bar at a flow rate of 2 l/min. It rules out outdoor installation; the ambient temperature must not exceed 32 °C. These conditions should be checked against the model-specific document before installation.

For the operator, cleaning and documented service are separate tasks. The published documents do not establish a reliable number of minutes for daily cleaning. A specific cleaning schedule must therefore be set based on the equipment manual and the agreed service. The BRITA brochure describes regular equipment maintenance, including filter replacement, but does not specify a frequency of once or twice a year. The reviewed German supplier lists annual maintenance, including filter replacement and fault resolution, for its rental offer; with a purchase, service is agreed separately. A general repair price cannot be derived from this information.

Usage assumptions are critical when assessing electricity consumption. For the Extra C-Tap with a medium boiler, BRITA lists 2.24 kWh per 24 hours with 60 l of cold water and 10 l of hot water per day, plus nine hours in night mode. The research material gives 817.6 kWh per year for 365 operating days under this assumption (2.24 kWh × 365 days). This figure describes the stated scenario, not a universal annual consumption. A separate standby power rating in watts and the heat-up time from a cold start have not been verified. For a reliable cost comparison, operators should use their own site's usage, electricity rate, filter replacement, and service offer.

The BRITA data sheet lists a cooling capacity of 85 l/h and 20 to 100 regular users. The user count is a manufacturer recommendation, not a guarantee for every dispensing peak. In an office floor with many bottles being filled at once, flow at the tap matters in addition to hourly cooling capacity. BRITA specifies a maximum of 2 l/min for still water and 1.6 l/min for sparkling water. These figures describe water delivery under the stated conditions, not an independently measured wait time.

According to the data sheet, two boiler sizes are available for hot water. The smaller unit delivers 20 l/h and an immediate dispensing volume of 1.8 l; the larger delivers 30 l/h and 6 l immediately, each at up to 95 °C. Maximum hot water flow is 1.6 or 1.9 l/min, respectively. For a break room with closely spaced draws, the immediately available volume is especially relevant; hourly heating capacity alone does not fully describe this moment.

The assortment decision is made during configuration. A still-only version does not meet demand for sparkling or hot water; BRITA lists separate versions for those needs. Sparkling water adds CO₂ supply and cabinet space requirements; hot water adds a boiler and requires a larger cabinet. Before procurement, operators should therefore specify which water types they actually intend to dispense and whether the planned location can accommodate the necessary equipment.

As of the review date, October 28, 2026, the reviewed German supplier lists a starting net purchase price of €3,599 for the still-only version and €4,799 for still plus sparkling. The same supplier's price overview explicitly assigns the starting net price of €4,799 to the still plus sparkling version. These two amounts are documented starting prices for different configurations, not a market range or a manufacturer's recommended price. These sources do not provide a reliable purchase price for hot water or combination versions.

For purchases, the price overview lists delivery and installation as additional one-time costs; service is agreed separately. Filters, CO₂ for sparkling water versions, water, and electricity also belong in the site cost calculation. The reviewed research material does not contain complete model-specific costs for these items. A reliable final cost per liter therefore cannot be given from the published purchase prices alone. The documented 2.24 kWh per 24 hours applies only to BRITA's scenario with a medium boiler, 60 l of cold water, 10 l of hot water, and nine hours in night mode.

The price assessment takes into account the documented starting prices, choice of versions, and separately agreed service. The Extra C-Tap is most worth considering when a fixed installation location is available and the chosen water types are needed regularly. For procurement, an offer should itemize the exact version, installation work, filter and CO₂ supply, and maintenance. Only then can purchasing and renting be compared for the specific site.

Last updated: October 28, 2026. This assessment is based on manufacturer documents and published supplier information. No independent measurements or practical review are available.