Customer reviews of Orinko

Compliant, but it still hurts a little ^^

I used to use bamboo charcoal in my carafe, but this product, which is more reputable, differs only slightly:- smaller sticks, so easier to use even in a narrow container- comparable price- much more solid. It's interesting because it avoids having bits of charcoal lying around at the bottom of the carafe- as efficient, but not more so- the fact that it comes from the other side of the world takes away a lot of ecology, especially since there's no shortage of oak in France (but does it have the same properties?) In the end, it works, the water is much better, but ecologically it's not great and at 200€ per kilo, it's a good deal! (fortunately, charcoal for barbecue is cheaper [and maybe as efficient ? we should try ...] !)

Following the rave reviews and my research, I think this is the most ecological and economical solution to consume filtered and dynamized water. When it comes to the taste, I am not so sure because I feel a certain aftertaste. However I heated them 10 min in boiling water as indicated...

Very good for the water which does not taste bad anymore

These sticks are also worth recycling after their first use. And, what's more, a recycling that stays for you instead of going I don't know where since you can have it at leisure as a deodorizer or fertilizer or dehumidifier. Fashion effect? Still, the price is skyrocketing for what is after all only charcoal.

Good value for money

I weighed each stick: one weighs 23 grams, the others between 29 and 31 grams and the heaviest one is 36 grams.Therefore, I think the thinnest one (23 g) will last only 4 months, while the biggest one will last 7 months.In total, such a purchase is made to last 2.5 years (at the rate of two sticks per year).I boil the stick for 20 minutes before the first use, and I renew EVERY MONTH (I put an alarm in my phone).In addition to the treatment with the BICHOTAN charcoal, I also use the porcelain beads.I have a water tester, and indeed, letting it rest for 4 or 8 hours decreases the concentration of minerals (or metals) contained in the water.the water of my carafe loses its smell of chlorine, it's more pleasant.On the other hand, on the price side, taking into account the raw material, I find this product very expensive (29 euros), even if it's only 1 euro per month, it's only charcoal, it's not a precious product, so the price is exaggerated, it should be even more affordable.

Practical to remove the taste of water but must be maintained by boiling it and then the carbon breaks easily, which leaves a black deposit at the bottom of the bottle

Product not too bad, reduces well the deposit of limestone concerning me, well to follow the indications in the back of the packaging.

the product arrived on time, I don't have much experience in using it, but I'm still skeptical about the effectiveness of the product

Good product but fragile

Tested on very hard water, I was not convinced by the result, maybe because I did not let the water stand for 10 minutes before putting the kettle on? The test on cold water was not conclusive either: the water in my town has no taste.it's a pity: I like the idea, and the fact that these pearls are marketed by an ESAT (disabled people who choose to work rather than passively wait for social aid) makes me really want to encourage them.

Good but breaks quickly because a little too thin. 15cm high, 0,5cm thick and 1cm wide.

Perfect for what I wanted

Used to purify waterEasy to use but breaks easily

I found it too long and not rigid enough

For very practical daily, easy to use, to test on the length but should largely replace the cotton swabs.

Bought it, I almost never use it, spoils the taste buds

Received on time, packaging ok

True to the description.

The charcoals worked very well at first, but soon they were no longer effective in the short term. You have to let them soak for a long time to remove the chlorine taste. Not effective enough in my opinion.

The sticks are well packaged, thin enough to fit in a small neck, the water has a neutral taste. I recommend it.

Diameter a bit large for a Brita type decanter. Efficient.

Very good gives a good taste to the tap waterPity that it is fragileThe slightest knock on the bottle can cause breakage of the carbon

I did not know that it had such a particular smell.

Packed with care and very good product

I am very disappointed because it leaves deposits at the bottom of my glass bottle and be careful because they are very fragile, don't drop them on a hard surface or they will break.I have an activated carbon that a friend gave me that is "round" or "full" I don't know how to describe it and it doesn't leave any deposit. I boiled both the same way, otherwise the taste of my water disappears so it's cool.

Delivery time respected. Article conforms (Oriculi in bamboo by 6), with the exception of the assortment of the colors (received yellow in double and not blue).

The packaging of the box was perfect. But the protection of each coal, was very limited, just wrapped in a thin paper.out of the 3, there is one that arrived broken. They look very very fragile. I have a doubt if it will last in time.

Validated product changes the taste of the water in 1 or 2 hours. I don't have to go out and buy water packs anymore. I highly recommend it for those who like to drink a lot of water!

Very good for the planet but not at all comfortable to do nor in terms of longevity

the article corresponds to my expectations,

It softens the taste of the water and it is unequivocal. Only I haven't really tested its filtration power to be totally sure so I can't put 5 on 5.

Fast delivery. Easy to use.

Very good product, but the diameyre is very large, does not pass in an empty glass bottle of fruit juice

The items are accompanied by a very detailed notice. Very good

I've been wanting to try ceramic beads for a while. Their virtues seem promising with a very wide use and a super long life span. You can use them to improve the taste of water, to avoid limescale in a kettle, a washing machine or a dishwasher (with the use of a bag)! This batch comes in a box of 50 pearls, knowing that you need 1 pearl for at least 10 cl of water. In a carafe of one liter, we will use 10 or even 15 and in a washing machine the whole lot.before the first use, it is necessary to put the pearls 10 min in boiling water and to let them dry then. You can also use this same technique to clean them from time to time or use white vinegar. This can also help to preserve flowers or fruits and vegetables while reducing bad smells. The efficiency is however relative and will depend on the hardness of the water as well as on its own pallet. Some people say it's a miracle while others say it's a scam. This is really the type of product that you have to test to make up your mind. For my part, it is too early to say whether or not it is anti-scale. On the other hand, the taste is undeniable. My wife, who is very sensitive to taste and uses a carafe filter, removed the filter from her carafe and placed the pearls in its place. And according to her, "the water no longer tastes like tap water". I am waiting to see if the effect will last. 25€ for 50 pearls, the price is rather well situated here compared to the competition knowing that the life span is very long, often given to 10 years. For the moment, I am satisfied, especially if we manage to do without filters for the carafe. The investment seems to be beneficial in the long term. Now it's up to you to test it!

Very good product but it would be more interesting to have a material a little more flexible to go in the ear because it is not very pleasant.

Although it says that the stick sizes can vary, there were 4 very small sticks out of the 6, including 2 tiny ones. Instead of one stick per liter of water, you have to use 3! The efficiency of water purification is not obvious either, the water keeps an aftertaste even after 24 hours at rest.

Much softer linen very good.