| D-H/S IONS | PERACETIC ACID | |
| Universal usage | Yes | No |
| Gaps of effect | No | Yes |
| Smell | Practically no | Biting |
| Influence on taste, smell and consistency of food/beverages | No | Yes |
| Rinsing necessary | No | Yes |
| Corrosive | No | Yes |
| Storage | Yes | Limited |
| Fully automatic feedback-control | Yes | No |
| Application range (pH) | 1 - 8 | 2.5 - 4 |
| Application range (temperature) | 5° - 95°C | 5° - 40°C; Danger of explosion > 65°C |
| Neutralisation of waste water | No | Yes |
| Rate of germ killing | Medium | Fast |
