Corsair H50 vs CoolIT SYSTEMS ECO-R120

[CoolIT.Susan]

CoolIT ECO A.L.C.

Hi everyone,

Susan here from CoolIT Systems. I've been reading through your posts and am very happy to see so many supporters of our ECO A.L.C. We are very proud of its development, and are extremely excited for the Vantage A.L.C. which will be available on retail shelves later this month.

Because we get so many of our product development ideas by listening to the needs of our customer base, we love to be part of these conversations; so I hope you don't mind me jumping on here to talk to you. CoolIT prides itself in how astute we are to our audiences needs and wants, and fully appreciate that leaking cooling units are not desirable. There is no denying that CoolIT has experienced some challenges with our past product, the Domino. One of our lots had leaking problems that were not experienced during our initial testing. The moment we discovered the problem we came up with a solution to the barbs that were used, making leaks a thing of the past. In the end, the Domino ended up being a great product that our customers are still enjoying now.

As a result of this experience, we are proud to report that the ECO A.L.C. has a 99.99% success rate. Its build is very solid, and leaks are not a concern. We've used our past challenges to create the strongest, highest quality products possible.

We are very high on customer service, and feel that each of our customers deserve customized support. We handle each customer personally, with their individual requirements in mind.

Thanks again for the positive response to our ECO A.L.C. that I have seen here. We are pretty excited about it too!

Susan LeBlanc
CoolIT Systems

 

[Kantastic]

Hi Susan, I've got a very simple question. If the ECO leaks and it is, after inspection, due to lack of quality in the unit itself, will you replace the victim's entire system like Corsair did?

 

[TheMailMan78]

Hi Susan, I've got a very simple question. If the ECO leaks and it is, after inspection, due to lack of quality in the unit itself, will you replace the victim's entire system like Corsair did?

Wow! Thats a duzie! I don't think she can answer that man.

 

[CoolIT.Susan]

Hello Kantastic,

CoolIT has recently launched a whole new customer support model that is very personalized to the individual. Replacement of parts will depend on the situation, and each case is inspected individually. I can say that we are committed to ensuring our customers are happy with our products and our organization.

Thanks,

Susan LeBlanc
CoolIT Systems

 

[LiveOrDie]

Nice test.

Looks like the eco murders the v8. But @3000 RPM the fan must be loud as heck yeh?

yer the v8 at 3000RPM was really loud thats why i went for the eco added a 2nd 1800RPM fan onto it, @CoolIT.Susan i couldn't even find any one selling the eco in Australia i had to order from the US.

 

[_33]

I have the ECO here and it's working great and silent. Only minus I'd give this unit is the stiffness of the tubing, because when installing, it can be a pain. Otherwise I see no drawback. Of course if you can do dual fan setup, it can only increase the product's performance. Something I eventually plan on doing.

 

[CoolIT.Susan]

Water Vapour Transmission Loss

Hello 33,

I'm glad you are enjoying your ECO ALC. Just for your information, there is a reason the tubing is as it is. You may already be aware of this, but perhaps I can explain it for others as well.

In liquid cooling units, water vapour transmission loss (WVTL) is very common. In fact, it occurs in virtually all liquid cooling setups whether closed-looped or custom built. This basically means that the liquid evaporates slowly over time. This doesn't have an impact on system components, the evaporation rate is far too slow to have an effect. However it does mean that you typically have to refill the liquid in your unit over time.

CoolIT uses a specific tubing that drastically decreases WVTL, which virtually eliminates the requirement to refill the unit, and makes it truly maintenance free. The result is a safer, more efficient, higher quality cooler that will last you a very long time.

I hope that makes you feel better about the stiffness of the tubing


Susan LeBlanc
CoolIT Systems

 

[guitarfreaknation]

Hmmm, seems like this thread went in a whole new direction. LOL!

 

[Whilhelm]

Having used both the ECO and H50 in system builds I would take the ECO hands down over the H50. The mounting system on the H50 is cheap and flimsy and more difficult to install.

I feel that the overall quality of the ECO is better. In terms of performance there is not much between them in temperature but I notice that the H50 pump is louder.

 

[TotalChaos]

I can only speak for the AMD install but the CoolIT ECO has to rate as the easiest cooler i have ever installed. I doubt any high quality air coolers are that easy to install.

 

[Bo$$]

I can only speak for the AMD install but the CoolIT ECO has to rate as the easiest cooler i have ever installed. I doubt any high quality air coolers are that easy to install.

never are :shadedshu

 

[TheMailMan78]

Ya know the fact a rep took the time to post on here and answer questions makes me want to buy a ECO.

 

[guitarfreaknation]

Ya know the fact a rep took the time to post on here and answer questions makes me want to buy a ECO.

Haha.

 

[Wile E]

You too peet? So technically I've been scammed by Corsair because they sold me a Seasonic power supply right?

Except Corsair didn't change anything on the H50 except the sticker.

 

[theonedub]

Wasn't there a revision to the H50 with a new metal bracket instead of the plastic?

GFN, you try BestBuy? They sell the H50 too, unless its on sale @ Frys right now.

 

[guitarfreaknation]

Wasn't there a revision to the H50 with a new metal bracket instead of the plastic?

GFN, you try BestBuy? They sell the H50 too, unless its on sale @ Frys right now.

No, I didnt even know they sell CPU coolers there until you just mentioned it!

Not on sale at Frys, $80 and ECO is $75. Still thinking on what to purchase, good thing i can take it back if im not happy, Frys is practically in my backyard

 

[Reefer86]

Ya know the fact a rep took the time to post on here and answer questions makes me want to buy a ECO.

me too, very good point!

 

[twistedspark]

No, I didnt even know they sell CPU coolers there until you just mentioned it!

Not on sale at Frys, $80 and ECO is $75. Still thinking on what to purchase, good thing i can take it back if im not happy, Frys is practically in my backyard

If you wanna know which way I went, look at my specs. I'm not interested in a debate, I'm just here to say that right now, July 6th, the following are the prices at Newegg:

ECO-R120 $68.99 + $10 mail-in rebate

Corsair CWCH50 $79.99


P.S. - To find these at Newegg, other than using the links I provided, you have to look under "water-cooling" for the ECO, but under "Fans/Heatsinks" for the H5O. There're not both in the same section despite being virtually identical twins.

 

[cdawall]

i had the asetek before corsair even sold the H50 mounting was stupid get the eco way more development put into it the corsair is just a rebranded HP cooler

 

[twistedspark]

i had the asetek before corsair even sold the H50 mounting was stupid get the eco way more development put into it the corsair is just a rebranded HP cooler

Where the Hell ARE all your stars?

 

[cdawall]

Where the Hell ARE all your stars?

w1zzard stole them back the greedy bastard more stars for him i guess

 

[TotalChaos]

I really like the ECO cant find any real faults yet

 

[newtekie1]

You too peet? So technically I've been scammed by Corsair because they sold me a Seasonic power supply right?

There is a difference there. While CWT builds the PSU, it is designed by Corsair(or whoever sells it), they have input on the final design.

With the H50, it is just a rebranded 550LC, the only modifying Corsair did was put their sticker on it. But we all know stickers make things better right...right? No...damn it, all those idiots with stickers on their cars lied to me!!!

 

[Fatal]

I really like the ECO cant find any real faults yet

http://image.svijethardvera.com/images/011xsx.jpg

Sweet case how are your temperatures in the case with the cooler? I had to swap fans for higher performing fans.

The only difference in the coolers I could find was the mounting is better on the ECO-R120 and the Corsair has a mirror finish for the copper base. The temperatures are close in all the reviews I could find.

 

[pandela]

Good point. I have a Corsair PSU and I think its the best one ive used so far.

Corsair PSU's is actually made by Seasonic. Corsair is just office,they aren't manufacture,because they don't have factory to produce something. Office who made orders to different manufactures,stick Corsair logo and covering warranty,that's it.