Comparing Water Filters
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| Awards |  Best Under Sink Filter | Best Pitcher Water Filter |  No-Fuss Reverse Osmosis System |  Best Value Pitcher Filter | |
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| Price | $220 List $168.29 at Amazon | $35 List $34.99 at Amazon | $434 List $299.00 at Amazon | $200 List $162.64 at Amazon | $30 List $24.99 at Amazon |
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| Pros | Superb filtration, widely enjoyed taste, low annual cost for reverse osmosis | Incredible filtration, included TDS meter, easy setup | Zero installation reverse osmosis system, exceptional filtration performance, fast setup | Affordable reverse osmosis system, good taste | Great taste, can pour water while the reservoir is still filtering |
| Cons | Time-consuming installation, shorter stage 1-3 filter life | Filters slowly after a few weeks of use | Expensive, large countertop footprint | Wastes water, longer installation time | Filters have short lifespan |
| Bottom Line | One of the best ways to provide filtered and desirable water for your home | Best-in-class filtration and convenience for an approachable initial and annual cost | The best option for renters or short-term tenants who want a hassle-free setup, this efficient reverse osmosis system provides immediate water purification | A more affordable reverse osmosis system that produces highly filtered and delicious water but wastes more water than others in the process | A simple, effective pitcher that produces high-quality water at a low yearly cost |
| Rating Categories | iSpring RCC7 | ZeroWater 10-Cup 5-... | Bluevua RO100ROPOT | APEC Essence ROES-50 | PUR Classic 11 Cup... |
| Contaminant Removal (60%) | |||||
| Taste (30%) | |||||
| Setup and Use (10%) | |||||
| Specs | iSpring RCC7 | ZeroWater 10-Cup 5-... | Bluevua RO100ROPOT | APEC Essence ROES-50 | PUR Classic 11 Cup... |
| Type | Reverse Osmosis | Pitcher | Reverse Osmosis (Countertop) | Reverse Osmosis | Pitcher |
| Measured Annual Cost | $50.00 | $57.50 | $149.96 | $108.50 | $36.00 |
| Replacement Schedule | Stage 1 - 3, every 6 months RO, every 2-3 years Post carbon, every 12 months |
After 18,000 mg of dissolved solids; 1-40 gallons | Stage 1, 2, and 4, every 12 months Stage 3, every 12-24 months |
Stage 1, 2, 3 Pre-Filters, every 6-12 months Stage 4 RO Membrane, every 2-4 Years Stage 5 Carbon Post-Filter, every 2-4 Years |
40 gallons or 2 months |
| Replacement Cost | 2 year supply for $100 | 2 for $30 4 for $40 8 for $90 12 for $115 16 for $150 |
Stage 1, 2, and 4 are $29.99 each, stage 3 filter is $59.99 | Stages 1-3 for $27 RO for $45 Carbon for $10 |
$24 for a 4 pack |
| NSF/ANSI certified | Certified to NSF/ANSI 58 | N/A | N/A | N/A | NSF certified to reduce chlorine, mercury, copper, zinc and other chemical & physical substances |
| Measured Chlorine Removal | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 95% |
| Measured Fluoride Removal | 100% | 100% | 100% | 95% | 100% |
| Measured Sulfate Removal | 100% | 100% | 99% | 100% | 35% |
| Measured Copper Removal | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 88% |
| Measured Iron Removal | 100% | 99% | 100% | 100% | 85% |
| Measured Lead Removal | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Model | RCC7 | 10 Cup | RO100ROPOT | Essence ROES-50 | 11 Cup |
| Pure Water to Waste Water Ratio | 2:1 | N/A | 2:1 | ~ 1:5 | N/A |
| Other certifications | In strict accordance with American quality standards | IAPMO certified to reduce PFOA/PFOS, lead, chromium and mercury | Water Quality Association (WQA) Certified | Water Quality Association (WQA) Certified | N/A |
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