A kitchen mixer tap is the one fitting you use every day, so the choice matters more than its size suggests. This page compares six taps from three brands, Decaura, Acumios and ACA International, with their listed spray modes, fit details and water ratings alongside the exact register records in the table.
One rule first: in Australia a licensed plumber installs kitchen taps. Use this page to choose the tap, then have a licensed plumber fit it. Some listings say a tap is easy to fit yourself; follow the plumber rule, not the listing.
Best overall: Decaura Pull Out 2 Mode Mixer Tap (Chrome)
Best overall: the Decaura Pull Out 2 Mode Mixer Tap in chrome, because it has stream and spray modes on a 40 cm pull out hose and is listed on the ABCB WaterMark register under licence 040209, model 55705S.
The listing describes a button on the nozzle that switches between stream mode for filling pots and pans and spray mode for wider cleaning, a swivel spout with a 40 cm pull out hose, and a retraction gravity ball that returns the spray head after use. It gives WELS registration number T39877 and a 5 star WELS rating at 5.5L/M. The ABCB WaterMark register lists model 55705S under licence 040209 as a pull out sink mixer, with Active status and marked lead free. It holds 4.6 stars from 1,227 ratings, the most of the six taps here.
It suits a standard family kitchen that wants a polished chrome pull out tap with a large rating count behind it. The honest catch: the listing bullets give no hole size or spout reach, so show your plumber the listing before you order. The rating is shared across the chrome, nickel and black versions of this tap.
Best rated: Acumios Kitchen Mixer (Brushed Nickel)
Best rated: the Acumios Kitchen Mixer in brushed nickel, because it has a 5.0 average from 17 ratings and is listed on the ABCB WaterMark register under licence 040337, model 113001-1.
The listing describes a 234 mm spout that rotates 360 degrees, engraved temperature signs for hot and cold, an ergonomic handle and 304 stainless steel with an electroplated surface. It says the tap fits a basin hole between 32 mm and 45 mm and gives a maximum counter top thickness of 40, with no unit stated. It gives WELS registration number T46317 and a 5 star rating at 5.5L/M. The ABCB WaterMark register lists model 113001-1 under licence 040337 as a kitchen mixer, Active and marked lead free.
It suits a kitchen that wants a modern spout with 360 degree rotation. The honest catch: only 17 ratings so far, so the 5.0 average is early evidence. The listing does not describe a pull out spray.
Best high arc pull down: Decaura High Arc Pull Down Mixer Tap
Best high arc pull down: the Decaura High Arc Pull Down Mixer Tap, because it has a metal spray head with three spray modes and a handle that needs no backsplash clearance.
The listing describes three modes: a non splash aerated stream, a powerful spray and a dual blade. Its single handle works with a 90 degree forward rotation, which the listing says allows installation in tighter spaces with no backsplash clearance. It gives WELS registration number T42408 and a 5 star rating at 6.0L/M. The ABCB WaterMark register lists model 55535S under licence 040209 as a pull out sink mixer, Active and marked lead free. It has 4.5 stars from 54 ratings.
It suits a deep sink or a tall pot filler position where a high arc helps. The honest catch: only 54 ratings so far, and it is the dearest tap on this page.
Best value: Decaura Brass Swivel Spout Mixer Tap
Best value: the Decaura Brass Swivel Spout Mixer Tap, because it is the lowest priced tap on this page and is listed on the ABCB WaterMark register under licence 040209, model 50015S.
The listing describes a 360 degree swivel spout that suits double bowl sinks, a longer spout than a normal one, and a 35 mm disc ceramic cartridge it says was tested for 500,000 cycles. It says the tap can be used in a laundry, kitchen or bathroom. Its description gives WELS registration T39437, and its water efficiency information states 5 star at 5.5 L/min. The ABCB WaterMark register lists model 50015S under licence 040209 as a sink mixer, Active and marked lead free. It holds 4.4 stars from 136 ratings.
It suits a kitchen with a double bowl sink. The honest catch: the listing does not describe a pull out spray, so choose one of the listed pull out models if that feature matters to you.
Best two mode pull out: Decaura 2 Mode Pull Out Mixer Tap (Nickel)
Best two mode pull out: the Decaura 2 Mode Pull Out Mixer Tap in nickel, because it has a two mode pull out handpiece, a braided stainless steel hose and a 360 degree swivel spout.
The listing describes a two mode pull out handpiece for greater water direction control, a 35 mm ceramic disc cartridge, a 360 degree swivel spout, a braided stainless steel hose and a towel bar design. Its water efficiency information gives WELS registration T41208, 5 star at 6 L/min. The ABCB WaterMark register lists model 55505S under licence 040209 as a pull out sink mixer, Active and marked lead free. It holds 4.6 stars from 140 ratings.
It suits a reader who wants a pull out tap in a nickel finish. The honest catch: it has 140 ratings against 1,227 for the best overall tap, so choose it for its nickel finish and braided hose.
Best gooseneck: ACA International Gooseneck Mixer Tap
Best gooseneck: the ACA International Gooseneck Mixer Tap in brushed gold, because it combines a swivel gooseneck spout with a two mode pull out head.
The listing describes a rinse mode and a steady stream mode, a single handle for temperature and flow, a spray head that retracts automatically, a cellular grid aerator and a 360 degree rotatable spout for single or double sinks. It adds a 2 year manufacturer's warranty. Its water efficiency information gives WELS registration T41644, 6 star at 4.5 L/min. The ABCB WaterMark register lists model KF1060 under licence 025816 as a kitchen mixer for the ACA brand, Active and marked lead free. It has 4.1 stars from 40 ratings.
It suits a kitchen where the gooseneck shape and brushed gold finish matter most. The honest catch: it has the lowest rating on the page from only 40 ratings, and its listing says no plumber needed, which does not change the rule that a licensed plumber installs kitchen taps.
How to choose a kitchen mixer tap
Check the WaterMark register yourself
WaterMark is the certification scheme for plumbing products in Australia, run by the Australian Building Codes Board. Search the ABCB WaterMark product database by licence number or model, check the exact model matches, and look for an Active status and the lead free marking. For example, the Decaura chrome pull out is listed under licence 040209, model 55705S. Check the individual model record for any tap you consider.
A licensed plumber installs the tap
Kitchen taps connect to hot and cold supply, so in Australia the fitting belongs to a licensed plumber. Ask the plumber about the tap before you order, and show them the listing. Details such as hole size and counter top thickness are the first things they will want.
Pull out, pull down or plain swivel spout
A pull out hose gives you a spray head you can move around the sink: the Decaura chrome has a 40 cm hose, and the Decaura nickel and ACA gooseneck have pull out heads. The Decaura High Arc is the tall pull down option. The Decaura brass and Acumios listings describe swivel spouts but do not describe a pull out spray.
Spray modes
Two modes, stream and spray, cover most jobs: the stream fills pots and the spray rinses. The Decaura High Arc lists three modes, a non splash aerated stream, a powerful spray and a dual blade. Extra modes only matter if you will use them, so do not pay more for a mode you will never press.
Hole size and bench fit
The Acumios listing states a basin hole range of 32 mm to 45 mm, and the High Arc listing says its handle needs no backsplash clearance. Measure your sink and show your plumber the exact model's dimensions before ordering, especially if you are replacing a tap in an existing bench.
WELS rating and flow
The Decaura chrome and Acumios listings state a WELS 5 star rating at 5.5L/M, and the High Arc states 5 star at 6.0L/M. The brass Decaura listing gives registration T39437, 5 star at 5.5 L/min. The nickel Decaura gives T41208, 5 star at 6 L/min, and the ACA gives T41644, 6 star at 4.5 L/min. These efficiency figures come from the listings; check them separately from plumbing certification.
Finish and warranty
The picks come in chrome, brushed nickel, nickel and brushed gold. The ACA listing states a 2 year manufacturer's warranty. A tap is on show every day, so choose the finish you will still like, and ask the brand about cover before you order.
The six taps compared
| Tap | Spout | Spray modes | Listed WELS rating | ABCB WaterMark register | Ratings |
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| Decaura chrome pull out | Swivel, 40 cm pull out hose | 2: stream, spray | 5 star, 5.5L/M; T39877 | Model 55705S, licence 040209 | 4.6 from 1,227 |
| Acumios brushed nickel | 360 degree rotating, 234 mm | Listing does not say | 5 star, 5.5L/M; T46317 | Model 113001-1, licence 040337 | 5.0 from 17 |
| Decaura High Arc | High arc pull down | 3 | 5 star, 6.0L/M; T42408 | Model 55535S, licence 040209 | 4.5 from 54 |
| Decaura brass swivel | 360 degree swivel, longer spout | Listing does not say | 5 star, 5.5 L/min; T39437 | Model 50015S, licence 040209 | 4.4 from 136 |
| Decaura nickel pull out | 360 degree swivel, pull out handpiece | 2 | 5 star, 6 L/min; T41208 | Model 55505S, licence 040209 | 4.6 from 140 |
| ACA gooseneck | Swivel gooseneck, pull out head | 2: rinse, steady stream | 6 star, 4.5 L/min; T41644 | Model KF1060, licence 025816 | 4.1 from 40 |
Around the new tap
If you want filtered water at the sink, our water filter guide covers jug, under sink and benchtop options. For the rest of the sink, see the sink caddy guide and the dish drying mat guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best kitchen mixer tap in Australia?
For most kitchens the Decaura Pull Out 2 Mode Mixer in chrome is our pick: it has stream and spray modes on a 40 cm pull out hose, a row on the ABCB WaterMark register under licence 040209, model 55705S, and the most ratings of the six taps here. Have a licensed plumber fit whichever you choose.
What is the best brand of kitchen taps?
This page compares Decaura, Acumios and ACA International. The Decaura chrome pull out is our top pick, with the most ratings here and an ABCB WaterMark register entry under licence 040209, model 55705S. Match the tap to your sink first, then check its exact model on the register when comparing brands.
Which tapware brand do plumbers recommend?
Ask your plumber to check the exact tap's register entry, spout dimensions, basin hole and fittings before you order. The Decaura chrome pull out is listed on the ABCB WaterMark register under licence 040209, model 55705S. Those model and fit checks give you a useful starting point when discussing brands.
Is there a reputable kitchen tap brand made in Australia?
If you want Australian manufacture, ask the brand for the exact model's country of manufacture before ordering. This page compares Decaura, Acumios and ACA International. Our Decaura chrome pull out recommendation rests on its listed spray modes and 40 cm hose; it is not a claim about where it is made.
What is the best kitchen mixer tap with a pull out spray in Australia?
The Decaura Pull Out 2 Mode Mixer in chrome, because its listing describes a 40 cm pull out hose with stream and spray modes and it has 1,227 ratings. The Decaura 2 Mode Pull Out in nickel adds a braided stainless steel hose, and the Decaura High Arc is the tall pull down option.
What is the best quality kitchen mixer tap in Australia?
For the Decaura chrome pull out, check the ABCB WaterMark register under licence 040209, model 55705S, and the listing's 5 star WELS rating at 5.5L/M. It has 4.6 stars from 1,227 ratings. It is our overall pick; the Acumios has a higher 5.0 average, but only 17 ratings.
What does WaterMark mean on a kitchen tap?
WaterMark is the certification scheme for plumbing products in Australia, run by the Australian Building Codes Board. You can look up a tap on the ABCB WaterMark product database by licence number or model, for example licence 040209, model 55705S, for the Decaura chrome pull out. Match the exact model to its register record.
Can I install a kitchen mixer tap myself?
In Australia a licensed plumber installs kitchen taps. The ACA International listing says no plumber needed, but we follow the plumber rule, not the listing. The Acumios listing gives a basin hole of 32 mm to 45 mm, which is useful to show your plumber before they start.
Is a pull out or a swivel spout kitchen mixer better?
A pull out tap, such as the Decaura chrome with its 40 cm hose, gives you a spray head you can move around the sink. A swivel spout tap, such as the Decaura brass or the Acumios, is simpler and suits double bowl sinks as the listings describe. Choose pull out for rinsing and swivel for simplicity.
