In any office, having easy access to great-tasting, refreshing water is a must to keep your staff productive, hydrated, and healthy. So, when it’s time to choose the office water dispenser that’s right for your teams, there are two options: mains-fed water coolers and bottled water coolers. Your choice depends on your preferences and the cooler’s surroundings, capabilities, and usage. And understanding the features and benefits of each can help you make an informed decision. So let’s get started.

Mains-fed water coolers

A mains-fed water cooler is directly connected to your building's mains water supply but delivers a higher level of filtration for better taste thanks to its advanced, in-built filtration system. Ideal for smaller offices with easier water supply access, here are some of the features and benefits of making a mains-fed water cooler your office water dispenser of choice:

Key features

• Continuous supply

Connects to your mains water for a constant fresh, fully filtered water supply.

• Model options

Slimline floor-standing and compact countertop models.

• Water options

Chilled, ambient, hot, and even sparkling water at the touch of a button or pull of the tap.

• High water volume

Up to 50 throughput litres of water per hour. 

• Hands-free operation

Optional footswitch or touchless water dispensing.

Key benefits

• Uninterrupted hydration

A continuous water supply for all-day hydration.

• Flexible installations

Cooler installation can be up to 13m from the water source.

• Convenience

Easy-to-use, hassle-free water access.

• Cost-effective

Save money and reduce long-term costs.

• Environmentally friendly

A sustainable option, reducing plastic waste and carbon footprint.

Bottled water coolers

As an alternative, bottled water coolers offer a more portable and convenient way to deliver hydration to staff and visitors. Ideally suited to larger offices where the mains water supply may be inaccessible or just too far away, here are some of the features and benefits of choosing a bottled water cooler:

Key features

• Natural water

Pure, naturally filtered spring water from sustainable, environmentally-protected underground sources.

• Water options

Chilled, ambient, hot, or sparkling water at the touch of a button or pull of the tap.

• Bottom-loading

Slide heavy water bottles into place at the bottom of the cooler (depending on the model)

• Model options

Slimline floor-standing and compact countertop models.

• Chilled water on tap

Up to 2.6 litres of cold water capacity, delivering chilled water between 4º-10ºC. 

Key benefits

• Cost-effective

Full service and maintenance packages give a cost-effective way to stay hydrated.

• No plumbing

Flexible installation with no plumbing required.

• Fully portable

Bottled coolers are portable and can be moved to any position when required.

• Standard plug

The cooler plugs into a standard electrical socket either on the wall or an extension cable.

• Refillable bottles

Water bottles are reused and refilled before being fully recycled at the end of their life.

The right office water dispenser from Thirsty Work

Whether you choose a mains-fed water cooler or a bottled water cooler as your office water dispenser, each model gives you a range of features and benefits to suit your office environment and your staff. By prioritising access to fully filtered, great-tasting water, you’ll get the best out of your team while keeping them healthy and hydrated.

Call our service team today on 01392 877 172 or email hello@thirstywork.com to get all the information you need to choose. At the same time, you can get a free quote or even start your 10-day free trial to give your cooler a full road test.