Water Coolers

Bottled water dispensers typically involve two parts: a large bottle to hold the water and a stand with a tap built in. Many bottled water dispensers now come with both hot and cold dispensing options. In many cases, the hot tap will be optional, so you can turn it on if you need hot water and turn it off to conserve energy when you don't. Most will also have safety features to avoid burns from water that's too hot.

Manufacturers are also offering dispensing options that keep the bottle away from view under a cover that blends into the stand. These dispensers are also typically hot and cold water dispensers. Many of the same options of large bottled water dispensers are also offered by smaller countertop models. Countertop dispensers can also serve both cooled and heated water, and also typically come in bottle or bottle-less varieties.