Countertop Reverse Osmosis Leader Bluevua Wins Three 2026 Best of America Small Business Awards (BASA Awards®)

Bluevua Honored for Excellence in Technology, Product Innovation, and Business Growth 

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bluevua^®, a leader in countertop reverse osmosis (RO) systems designed to filter forever chemicals and other contaminants, has won three awards at the 2026 Best of America Small Business Awards (BASA Awards®), recognizing the company's achievements in technology, product innovation, and business growth.

The BASA Awards celebrate excellence among small businesses in the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, and Australia, recognizing outstanding achievements across more than 150 categories. Bluevua received honors in three categories:

• Best in Tech: Technology of the Year
• Best Startup: Ecommerce & Online Services
• Best Campaigns: Disruptor Product & Campaign of the Year

Bluevua's patented ROPOT technology combines multi-stage reverse osmosis filtration with thoughtful, user-friendly features designed to make advanced water purification more accessible. Its countertop systems, including the ROPOT(UV) and ROPOT-Lite(UV), offer high-borosilicate glass carafes, real-time total dissolved solids (TDS) monitoring, self-cleaning functionality, and automatic filter-life tracking. Select models also feature UV treatment and remineralization.

The systems reduce a broad range of contaminants, including lead, fluoride, chlorine, microplastics, and forever chemicals (PFAS). Bluevua's glass-forward design helps minimize purified water's contact with plastic, while its signature ROPOT systems achieve a 3:1 filtered-to-waste water ratio.

Together, these technologies deliver practical benefits that extend beyond filtration performance. Real-time TDS monitoring provides consumers with visible information about their water, while automatic filter life tracking and self-cleaning functionality simplify everyday maintenance.

More than 500,000 Bluevua systems are now in use worldwide, reflecting growing consumer demand for convenient, high-performance water purification solutions.

Bluevua has expanded the practical applications of reverse osmosis beyond traditional under-sink systems, introducing countertop and travel-ready purification solutions that require no permanent plumbing modifications or professional installation.

This approach addresses the needs of renters, travelers, smaller households, and consumers seeking greater flexibility in how they access purified water. By removing common installation barriers, Bluevua makes advanced filtration more accessible while offering a practical alternative to the ongoing purchase and transportation of bottled water.

Bluevua's commitment to product innovation has also earned recognition beyond the BASA Awards. In 2026, the International Housewares Association named the ROPOT Reverse Osmosis Water Purifier for Travel a Global Honoree for Excellence in Product Design.

Founded in 2021, Bluevua has grown from a startup into a widely adopted direct-to-consumer water filtration company, combining advanced purification technology with a customer-focused digital experience.

Beyond the initial purchase, Bluevua provides convenient access to replacement filters, accessories, warranty registration, and ongoing product assistance, supporting a seamless customer experience throughout the product lifecycle.

The company's continued growth reflects increasing demand for accessible water purification solutions that combine performance, convenience, and thoughtful design.

"Receiving recognition across three categories is an exciting milestone for Bluevua," said Jeremy Ku, General Manager, DTC & Brand at Bluevua. "From the beginning, our focus has been on making advanced water purification more accessible through thoughtful technology and design. These awards reflect the dedication of our teams across the company and the progress we've made in bringing that vision to life."

The three BASA Awards recognize Bluevua's continued efforts to advance water purification technology, introduce innovative products, and build a growing consumer brand.

About Bluevua

Bluevua believes clean, healthy water should be accessible in everyday life. Built on decades of experience in reverse osmosis technology, Bluevua designs countertop water filtration systems that combine advanced purification with thoughtful, user-friendly design.

From zero-installation countertop systems to portable filtration solutions, Bluevua makes advanced reverse osmosis technology easier to use at home and on the go. Its products are designed around performance, convenience and materials consumers can trust, including glass water containers and easy-to-maintain filtration systems.

Bluevua's mission goes beyond filtration. The brand is focused on helping people feel more confident about the water they drink while supporting healthier everyday habits and reducing reliance on single-use plastic bottles.

To learn more, visit www.Bluevua.com.

About The Best of America Small Business Awards

The Best of America Small Business Awards (BASA Awards®) recognize the achievements of small businesses, entrepreneurs, innovators, and disruptors whose products, services, technologies, and contributions help strengthen the economy and their communities.

Created to celebrate the impact of small businesses, the BASA Awards provide an independent platform for recognizing excellence across a wide range of industries and business disciplines.

With six award tracks and more than 150 categories, the program highlights achievements in areas including technology, innovation, products, services, and business growth.

Entries are evaluated by an independent panel of third-party industry experts with experience across various business sectors. The program emphasizes recognizing the quality and merit of each entrant's work, with judges' feedback available to applicants upon request.

For more information, visit the official BASA Awards website.

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