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On The Go OTG4-StdSoft Portable RV Water Softener

  • 8,000 grain capacity, ion exchange
  • 2 gpm maximum flow rate
  • Regenerates in under 15 minutes with one box of table salt
  • Up to 20 days of soft water per regeneration
  • 22 x 6.75 x 22 inches, freestanding
  • No tools or electricity, garden hose hookup

Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A portable manual water softener for RVs and boats, hooked up with garden hose fittings and regenerated with table salt. It is a freestanding cradle unit, not a plumbed-in softener.

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ASIN: B00KVPNUROModel: OTG4-StdSoft

Overview

An RV park spigot or a marine dock is the setting for this On The Go portable softener, which connects between a garden hose faucet and the vehicle. A carry handle and a large mouth for adding salt are part of the compact design.

Hookup needs no tools or electricity, the handle eases carrying, and the wide opening simplifies adding salt. The limitation is output, since the flow rate is capped and the unit softens for a limited stretch before it needs regeneration.

Who it's for

RV and marine owners who want to avoid scale and rust stains on the road get a softener that stores in a bay or dock locker. Homeowners who need softened water throughout a house should choose a plumbed-in system.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Portable with carry handle
  • Wide mouth for salt
  • No electricity needed
  • Compact for storage bays
Cons
  • Flow rate is capped
  • Soft water lasts limited days
  • Warranty text mostly covers returns

Performance notes

Ion exchange removes hardness minerals from the incoming water, and regeneration with salt restores the resin for the next stretch. Flow tops out at the stated rate, and the description says the unit gives soft water until the resin is used up.

Specifications

BrandOn The Go
ModelOTG4-StdSoft

Frequently asked questions

Is the On The Go OTG4 a whole-house water softener?

No. It is a portable freestanding unit for RV and marine use that connects to a garden hose.

Does the On The Go softener need electricity?

No. The description says it requires no tools or electricity, and the power source is manual operation.

What do I use to regenerate it?

One box of common table salt, in under 15 minutes.

What comes in the box?

A handle, hose adapters, a back-flush adapter, a drinking hose, a cradle base, a cap and plug, and hardness test strips.