Cost

Quick Answer An atmospheric water generator (AWG) has four cost components: Purchase price: $400-$8,000+ depending on output Installation: mostly free (plug-and-play) for small units; $200-$1,000 if you hardwire a large unit Electricity: the biggest ongoing cost — roughly $0.08-$0.12 per liter of water produced Maintenance/filters: $50-$150/year for filter replacements Bottom line: In typical US conditions, AWG water costs about $0.25-$0.40 per gallon all-in. That’s far cheaper than bottled water (usually $1+/gallon) but more expensive than city tap water (roughly $0.003-$0.01/gallon). An AWG is a water-independence purchase, not a money-saving one. ...