Brand comparison
Bottled Water Brand Comparison
Not all bottled waters are the same. Some are spring waters, some are mineral waters, some are artesian waters, and some are purified or alkaline waters. The best brand depends on the reason you are buying it.
Brand comparison at a glance
| Brand | Type | pH / profile | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| FIJI | Artesian | pH 7.7 | Smooth premium taste |
| Evian | Natural mineral | Balanced profile | Everyday mineral water |
| Gerolsteiner | Sparkling mineral | Very high minerals | Bold mineral taste |
| Deer Park | Spring | Variable pH | Affordable everyday water |
| Zephyrhills | Spring | pH 7.6–8.3 | Alkaline-leaning spring water |
What each brand says
FIJI lists its pH at 7.7. Evian lists a balanced mineral composition including calcium, magnesium, potassium, sodium, bicarbonates, sulfates, silica, nitrates and chlorides. Gerolsteiner says its Sparkling and Medium waters contain 2,479 mg/L total mineral content. Deer Park's 2023 report lists pH from 4.9 to 8.3, while Zephyrhills' 2023 report lists pH from 7.6 to 8.3.
Best by category
| Category | Winner |
|---|---|
| Best smooth premium water | FIJI |
| Best balanced mineral water | Evian |
| Best high-mineral sparkling water | Gerolsteiner |
| Best everyday spring water | Deer Park |
| Best alkaline-leaning spring water | Zephyrhills |
Final recommendation
Rank waters by source, pH, minerals, taste, packaging and price — not by pH alone. Mineral content and source transparency are usually more useful for buyers than a single number on the pH scale.
Instant PDF. Every major brand ranked by pH, minerals, source and taste.
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