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Best Pull Down Kitchen Faucets for Five Different Kitchens

The deciding specification is what each faucet does that the others do not, from a 30 percent flow boost to a 1.5 GPM spray head.

By the Lush Editorial Team·Researched & Compared

  • Researched & ComparedSpecs pulled from the manufacturer listing
  • Like-for-LikeSame measures across every model
  • No Paid PlacementsNobody pays to appear here

Compared five pull down kitchen faucets and spray heads using only the manufacturer published figures and feature lists on the fact sheet.

Our shortlist

Five products, one set of published numbers.
  1. KOHLER 596-VS Simplice Kitchen Sink Faucets with Pul...
    Best three spray full faucet

    KOHLER 596-VS Simplice Kitchen Sink Faucets with Pul...

    Published with stream, Sweep spray, and a 30 percent flow boost button.

    • Kohler
    • High Arch
    • 6.11 lb
  2. Delta Faucet Trinsic Brushed Nickel Kitchen Faucet
    Best for one or three hole sinks

    Delta Faucet Trinsic Brushed Nickel Kitchen Faucet

    Fits 1 or 3 hole 8 inch center installations with magnetic docking.

    • DELTA
    • Standard
    • 5.73 lb
  3. WEWE Black Kitchen Faucet with Pull Down Sprayer
    Best for a compact 17 inch height

    WEWE Black Kitchen Faucet with Pull Down Sprayer

    Published at 17 inches tall with a 10 inch deck plate included.

    • WEWE
    • 17 inch Height
    • Weight not listed
  4. KIBI Pull Down Kitchen Faucet with Single Handle | S...
    Best solid brass build

    KIBI Pull Down Kitchen Faucet with Single Handle | S...

    Solid brass body with a Sedal ceramic cartridge and PEX pull down hose.

    • KIBI
    • 6 lb
  5. Moen Classic Stainless Replacement Pulldown Kitchen ...
    Best replacement spray head

    Moen Classic Stainless Replacement Pulldown Kitchen ...

    A 0.1 pound Moen Arbor compatible spray head, not a full faucet.

    • Moen
    • 0.1 lb

Side by side

Blank means the maker does not publish it.
ModelBrandSize (capacity)WeightBest for
KOHLER 596-VS Simplice Kitchen Sink Faucets with Pul... Kohler High Arch 6.11 lb Best three spray full faucet
Delta Faucet Trinsic Brushed Nickel Kitchen Faucet DELTA Standard 5.73 lb Best for one or three hole sinks
WEWE Black Kitchen Faucet with Pull Down Sprayer WEWE 17 inch Height not published Best for a compact 17 inch height
KIBI Pull Down Kitchen Faucet with Single Handle | S... KIBI not published 6 lb Best solid brass build
Moen Classic Stainless Replacement Pulldown Kitchen ... Moen not published 0.1 lb Best replacement spray head

Each pick in detail

What the listing says for it, and against it.
1 Best three spray full faucet

KOHLER 596-VS Simplice Kitchen Sink Faucets with Pul...

Published with stream, Sweep spray, and a 30 percent flow boost button.

  • For it
  • Three spray settings: stream, Sweep spray, and Boost
  • Boost technology lifts the flow rate by 30 percent
  • High arch spout rotates a full 360 degrees
  • DockNetik magnetic docking secures the spray head
  • Against it
  • Weighs 6.11 pounds, the heaviest of the five
  • MasterClean sprayface resists mineral buildup but the maker does not publish a cleaning interval
2 Best for one or three hole sinks

Delta Faucet Trinsic Brushed Nickel Kitchen Faucet

Fits 1 or 3 hole 8 inch center installations with magnetic docking.

  • For it
  • Fits 1 or 3 hole 8 inch center installations
  • MagnaTite magnetic docking holds the sprayer in place
  • DIAMOND Seal Technology reduces leak points
  • Certified to NSF/ANSI Standard 61
  • Against it
  • Optional deck plate RP64070 is sold separately for 3 hole installs
  • The maker does not publish a flow rate for this model
3 Best for a compact 17 inch height

WEWE Black Kitchen Faucet with Pull Down Sprayer

Published at 17 inches tall with a 10 inch deck plate included.

  • For it
  • Compact 17 inch height fits under most cabinets
  • 10 inch deck plate included for one or three hole sinks
  • Dual mode aerated stream and splash free spray
  • Pull down hose and water line preinstalled
  • Against it
  • The manufacturer does not publish a weight for this model
  • The maker does not publish a flow rate
4 Best solid brass build

KIBI Pull Down Kitchen Faucet with Single Handle | S...

Solid brass body with a Sedal ceramic cartridge and PEX pull down hose.

  • For it
  • Solid brass construction resists rust, corrosion, and tarnish
  • Sedal ceramic cartridge for flow and temperature control
  • 360 degree swivel spout
  • 24 inch pre assembled EPDM supply lines with 3/8 inch fittings
  • Against it
  • The maker does not publish a flow rate
  • The maker does not publish a spray setting count
5 Best replacement spray head

Moen Classic Stainless Replacement Pulldown Kitchen ...

A 0.1 pound Moen Arbor compatible spray head, not a full faucet.

  • For it
  • Genuine Moen replacement part for compatible Arbor faucets
  • Classic Stainless finish
  • Weighs 0.1 pound
  • Restores a worn spray head without replacing the whole faucet
  • Against it
  • Plastic construction, not metal
  • Compatibility must be checked before purchase

Our verdict

The Kohler Simplice is the pick for a full faucet swap, published with a 360 degree rotating high arch spout, three spray settings, and a 30 percent flow boost. The Delta Trinsic covers one or three hole sinks with magnetic docking and a DIAMOND seal valve. The WEWE is the budget shaped option with a 17 inch height and a 10 inch deck plate. The KIBI brings solid brass and a Sedal ceramic cartridge. The Moen spray head is a 0.1 pound replacement part, not a full faucet.

“Five faucets, five jobs, one published sheet.”

Lush Editorial Team

What separates these five

Three spray modes The Kohler Simplice publishes a steady stream, a wide Sweep spray, and a Boost setting that lifts the flow rate by 30 percent.
Magnetic docking The Delta Trinsic uses MagnaTite Docking, a magnet that snaps the sprayer into place so it does not droop over time.
Compact height The WEWE publishes a 17 inch height and a 10 inch deck plate, and the maker states it fits under most cabinets.
Solid brass body The KIBI is built from solid brass with a Sedal ceramic cartridge and a PEX pull down hose.
Replacement part The Moen spray head is a 0.1 pound replacement for compatible Arbor faucets, not a full faucet.

How we chose

Priorities, not a computed score. The inputs are published specifications, so we rank by what matters most and say how much.

  1. 30% Spray and flow featuresThe published feature list is the only place a maker states what a faucet does, so it carries the most weight.
  2. 25% Docking and hose designMagnetic docking and braided hose details decide how the head behaves day to day.
  3. 20% Published dimensionsWidth, depth, and height decide whether a faucet clears a cabinet and a sink deck.
  4. 15% Body material and cartridgeSolid brass and a named ceramic cartridge are stated facts, not claims about performance.
  5. 10% Installation fitOne hole or three hole compatibility and included deck plates decide whether a faucet drops in.

How the Five Compare on the Numbers

The five picks split into two groups. Three are full faucets with a pull down sprayer: the Kohler Simplice, the Delta Trinsic, and the WEWE. Two are not full faucets at all. The KIBI is a solid brass faucet, and the Moen Classic Stainless is a 0.1 pound replacement spray head for compatible Arbor models. That split matters more than any single figure, because a reader shopping for a spray head and a reader shopping for a faucet need different pages.

Among the full faucets, the published figures separate them. The Kohler weighs 6.11 pounds and the Delta weighs 5.73 pounds, a difference of 0.38 pounds. The WEWE does not publish a weight. On width, the Delta publishes 2.5 inches, the KIBI 4.5 inches, the WEWE 8.5 inches, and the Kohler 9.61 inches. The Moen spray head publishes 3.75 inches wide and 0.1 pound. None of these figures says which measurement is the depth or the height of the object.

Specification Kohler Simplice Delta Trinsic WEWE KIBI Moen Spray Head
Brand Kohler Delta WEWE KIBI Moen
Width 9.61 in 2.5 in 8.5 in 4.5 in 3.75 in
Depth 9.02 in 9.5 in 10.0 in 7.5 in 4.5 in
Height 16.61 in 15.69 in 15.7 in 13.44 in 3.0 in
Weight 6.11 lb 5.73 lb not published 6.0 lb 0.1 lb
Size label High Arch Standard 17 inch Height not published not published
Spray settings 3 not published 2 not published 2
Docking DockNetik magnetic MagnaTite magnetic not published not published not published
Body material not published not published SUS304 stainless steel Solid brass Plastic
Installation holes not published 1 or 3 hole 1 or 3 hole not published not published

The table does not tell you how any of these faucets feels to use, how long a finish lasts, or how a spray pattern lands in a real sink. Nobody at Lush has installed or handled these faucets. The table also cannot tell you whether a faucet will fit your cabinet, because the listings publish a length, a width, and a height without stating which of them is the depth or the height of the object.

Spray Modes and What Each Maker States

The Kohler three spray design

The Kohler Simplice publishes three ways to wash: a steady stream, a wide Sweep spray for sweeping debris across the sink, and Boost technology that the maker states lifts the flow rate by 30 percent at the touch of a button. That is the only published flow related figure among the five picks. The maker does not publish a base flow rate in gallons per minute for this model.

The spray head docks with DockNetik, a magnetic system the maker states secures the pull down spray head to the spout so it returns home and stays put. The MasterClean sprayface is published as resisting mineral buildup. The Kohler weighs 6.11 pounds, the heaviest of the five picks, and publishes a 16.61 inch height and a 9.61 inch width.

The WEWE and Moen two mode designs

The WEWE publishes a dual mode setting: a soft aerated stream and a splash free powerful spray, with hard rubber sprayer holes. The maker states the 360 degree sprayer switch can be placed in every position. The Moen replacement spray head publishes wide and stream spray options, and the Danco listing on the same sheet also publishes wide and stream, though the Danco is not one of the five picks here.

The Moen spray head is a different kind of product. It is a 0.1 pound replacement part for compatible Moen Arbor pull down faucets, built from plastic with a Classic Stainless finish. The maker states it is not metal and that you should verify spray head shape and connection style match your existing faucet before purchase. It restores a worn spray head without replacing the whole faucet.

Materials, Cartridges, and Installation

Brass, stainless, and plastic

The KIBI publishes solid brass construction, which the maker states provides resistance against rust, corrosion, and tarnish. It also publishes a Sedal ceramic cartridge for flow and temperature control, a PEX pull down hose, and a 360 degree swivel spout. The WEWE publishes SUS304 stainless steel with food grade PEX inner hoses and states there is no worry of lead. The Kohler and Delta listings do not publish a body material.

The Delta publishes DIAMOND Seal Technology, which the maker states reduces leak points and lasts twice as long as the industry standard. It also publishes Brilliance finishes tested for corrosion resistance to at least 2 times industry standards, and NSF/ANSI Standard 61 certification. The Kohler publishes ceramic disc valves that the maker states exceed industry longevity standards. These are maker statements, not results anyone at Lush measured.

Holes, hoses, and deck plates

The Delta Trinsic fits 1 or 3 hole 8 inch center installations, and the maker states the optional deck plate RP64070 is sold separately for 3 hole setups. The WEWE includes a 10 inch deck plate and works as a one hole or three hole faucet. The KIBI publishes 24 inch pre assembled EPDM supply lines with 3/8 inch compression fittings, pre installed for setup. The Kohler and Moen listings do not publish hole counts.

The WEWE publishes that the pull down hose and water line are preinstalled, and the maker states DIY installation takes less than 15 minutes with no plumber required. The KIBI publishes pre assembled supply lines. The Delta publishes a gasket seal that the maker states helps prevent drips and splashes from leaking under the sink. The Kohler publishes ProMotion technology, a light braided hose paired with a swiveling ball joint.

Which One Fits Your Kitchen

Buyer who wants the most published spray settings. The Kohler Simplice publishes three: stream, Sweep spray, and Boost, which lifts the flow rate by 30 percent. It also publishes magnetic docking and a 360 degree rotating spout. Check the 16.61 inch published height against your cabinet first.

Buyer with a one or three hole sink. The Delta Trinsic fits 1 or 3 hole 8 inch center installations, and the maker states the deck plate for 3 hole setups is sold separately. It publishes magnetic docking and NSF/ANSI Standard 61 certification, and weighs 5.73 pounds.

Buyer with low cabinet clearance. The WEWE is published at 17 inches tall, and the maker states the compact height fits under most cabinets. It includes a 10 inch deck plate and publishes a dual mode aerated stream and splash free spray. The maker does not publish a weight.

Buyer who wants a solid brass body. The KIBI publishes solid brass construction, a Sedal ceramic cartridge, a PEX pull down hose, and a 360 degree swivel spout. It is published at 13.44 inches tall and weighs 6.0 pounds. The maker does not publish a spray setting count.

Buyer replacing only a spray head. The Moen Classic Stainless spray head fits compatible Moen Arbor pull down faucets. It weighs 0.1 pound and is built from plastic, not metal. The maker states you should verify spray head shape and connection style before purchase. It is not a full faucet.

What We Could Not Verify

Several figures a reader would want are simply not on the sheet. These are the gaps.

  • The manufacturer does not publish a flow rate in gallons per minute for the Kohler Simplice, the Delta Trinsic, the WEWE, or the KIBI.
  • The manufacturer does not publish a weight for the WEWE faucet.
  • The manufacturer does not publish any dimensions for the Danco spray head, which is why it is not one of the five picks.
  • The manufacturer does not publish a spray setting count for the KIBI or the Delta Trinsic.
  • The manufacturer does not publish a body material for the Kohler Simplice or the Delta Trinsic.
  • The manufacturer does not publish a warranty length for the Moen replacement spray head.

Frequently asked questions

What does a pull down faucet do that a standard faucet does not?+

A pull down faucet has a spray head that detaches from the spout and extends into the sink on a hose. The Kohler Simplice publishes a high arch spout that rotates a full 360 degrees and pulls down into the sink. The Delta Trinsic uses a magnet to dock the sprayer. The WEWE publishes a 360 degree sprayer and a dual mode setting.

How do I know which faucet fits my sink?+

Count the holes in your sink deck. The Delta Trinsic fits 1 or 3 hole 8 inch center installations, and the maker states the optional deck plate RP64070 is sold separately for 3 hole setups. The WEWE includes a 10 inch deck plate and works as a one hole or three hole faucet. The Kohler and KIBI listings do not publish hole counts.

What is the difference between the Kohler and the Delta picks?+

The Kohler Simplice publishes three spray settings: a steady stream, a wide Sweep spray, and Boost, which lifts the flow rate by 30 percent. The Delta Trinsic publishes magnetic docking, a DIAMOND seal valve, and NSF/ANSI Standard 61 certification. The Delta weighs 5.73 pounds and the Kohler weighs 6.11 pounds, a difference of 0.38 pounds.

Can I replace just the spray head instead of the whole faucet?+

Yes, if your faucet is a compatible Moen Arbor model. The Moen Classic Stainless spray head is a 0.1 pound replacement part built from plastic with a Classic Stainless finish. The maker states you should verify spray head shape and connection style match your existing compatible Moen Arbor faucet before purchase. It is not a full faucet.

Which of these faucets publishes the most installation detail?+

The KIBI publishes 24 inch pre assembled EPDM supply lines with 3/8 inch compression fittings, plus a Sedal ceramic cartridge and a PEX pull down hose. The WEWE publishes that the pull down hose and water line are preinstalled and the maker states DIY installation takes less than 15 minutes. The Delta publishes the deck plate part number for 3 hole installs.

What should I check if I have low cabinet clearance?+

Look at the published height. The WEWE is published at 17 inches tall, and the maker states the compact height fits under most cabinets. The KIBI is published at 13.44 inches, the Delta Trinsic at 15.69 inches, and the Kohler Simplice at 16.61 inches. The Moen spray head is published at 3.0 inches but is a replacement part, not a full faucet.

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