Which RO Vending Plant Size Do You Need? 125, 250, 500 or 1000 LPH
Quick answer: Divide the litres you expect to sell per day by the hours your plant can run, then add about 25% headroom. For example, 1,500 litres a day over 10 hours needs 150 LPH, so a 250 LPH plant is the safe choice. Busy estates and wholesale refill points usually need 500–1000 LPH.
Key facts
- Plant size (LPH) = daily litres ÷ running hours + 25%
- Storage tanks let a smaller plant meet peak demand
- Borehole water with high TDS needs RO; low-TDS municipal water may only need UF
- Bigger plants lower the cost per litre
Quick sizing table
| Plant | Output in a 10-hour day | Suits |
|---|---|---|
| 125 LPH | about 1,250 L | A new shop, small estate |
| 250 LPH | about 2,500 L | A busy estate shop |
| 500 LPH | about 5,000 L | Market, several estates, delivery business |
| 1000 LPH | about 10,000 L | Wholesale refill, bottling |
Current prices
H-TECH 125 LPH 3-in-1 Borehole RO Water Vending MachineKSh 330,000
H-Tech RO Vending Station 125 LPHKSh 370,000
H-Tech RO Vending Station 125 LPH with AntiscalantKSh 420,000
H-Tech RO Vending Station 250 LPHKSh 490,000
H-Tech RO Vending Station 250 LPH with AntiscalantKSh 540,000
H-Tech 3-in-1 Borehole RO 500 LPHKSh 550,000| Model | Size / capacity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| H-TECH 125 LPH 3-in-1 Borehole RO Water Vending Machine | 125 LPH | KSh 330,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 125 LPH | 125 LPH | KSh 370,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 125 LPH with Antiscalant | 125 LPH | KSh 420,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 250 LPH | 250 LPH | KSh 490,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 250 LPH with Antiscalant | 250 LPH | KSh 540,000 |
| H-Tech 3-in-1 Borehole RO 500 LPH | 500 LPH | KSh 550,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 500 LPH | 500 LPH | KSh 750,000 |
| 500 LPH RO VENDING MACHINE(semi automatic) | 500 LPH | KSh 770,000 |
| 500 LPH H-Tech RO Vending Machine (Full automatic) | 500 LPH | KSh 800,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 500 LPH with Antiscalant | 500 LPH | KSh 800,000 |
| 1000 LPH H-Tech RO Vending Machine(full automated) | 1,000 LPH | KSh 900,000 |
| H-Tech 3-in-1 Borehole RO 1000 LPH | 1,000 LPH | KSh 920,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 1000 LPH | 1,000 LPH | KSh 950,000 |
| H-Tech RO Vending Station 1000 LPH with Antiscalant | 1,000 LPH | KSh 1,030,000 |
Current listed prices incl. VAT (updated 29 September 2026). Full range: Water vending machines price list.
See the full RO vending station capacity guide with real photos.
Storage makes a smaller plant go further
Customers come in waves: mornings, evenings and weekends. A clean product-water tank filled overnight lets a 250 LPH plant serve peaks it could not meet directly.
Before you choose
- Test your raw water: TDS, hardness, iron and fluoride affect the plant design.
- Check the power supply for the pumps and plan backup.
- Leave space for filter changes and membrane servicing.
Next: how to start a water refilling business and KEBS certification for bottled water.
Frequently asked questions
Which size RO plant should I start with?
Most new refill shops start with 125–250 LPH plus a storage tank, then add capacity as sales grow.
How many litres does a 250 LPH plant produce per day?
About 2,500 litres in a 10-hour day, more if it runs longer.
Is a bigger plant more profitable?
Only if you can sell the water. A bigger plant lowers the cost per litre but costs more upfront.
RO or UF for my refill shop?
RO for borehole or high-TDS water; UF for low-TDS municipal water.