Activated Carbon Water Purifier Pitchers Product Review
Carbon water purifiers are the superheroes of the water filtration world. They swoop in, armed with activated carbon, and save the day by removing impurities and contaminants from our drinking water. With their sleek designs and impressive filtration capabilities, these purifiers are the ultimate weapon in the fight against waterborne illnesses and pollutants. With all of that said, in this article, we will give you all the stats so that you can make an informed decision when selecting the best carbon water purification pitcher for you and your needs.
PUR Plus Water Pitcher Filtration System
Full discolosure, this is the pitcher I use and have had zero issues. Bonus…it is the most “economic” (aka: cheapest) one on the list. The only draw back for some people is that it is plastic and I know some people prefer a glass pitcher. More on that in an item below. But back to the Pur with some stats. We all LOVE a good stat list. Am I right?
✅ WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM –This water filter pitcher features an easy-fill lid and a Filter Change Light to indicate filter status.
✅ PUR PLUS PITCHER WITH LEAD REDUCTION FILTER – PUR PLUS water filtration pitcher filters are WQA certified to reduce lead and other chemical and physical contaminants that could be in your water. PUR PLUS Pitcher Filter PPF951K is certified to reduce 3X more chemical contaminants than Brita’s leading pitcher filter (claim by the manufacturer but not verified by us)
✅ WHY WATER FILTRATION? PUR PLUS with Lead reducing pitcher water filters reduce chemical and physical contaminants and substances like mercury and copper.
Amazon Reviews and Ratings
4.4 out of 5 stars
One review states a down side to this pitcher is that you need to wait 1-2 hrs for the pitcher to fill up
I agree it does take a while to filter but my experience is it takes about 15 min
Brita XL Water Filter Dispenser
This is actually a water dispenser. What I like about this is that it can hold a lot more water and is narrow so will not take up much “real estate” in your fridge or on your counter.
✅ The UltraMax water dispenser delivers 27 cups of water, enough to fill more than six 24-ounce reusable water bottles
✅ This space efficient filtered water dispenser is fridge friendly and features an easy locking lid and precision pour spigot; Height 10.47″; Width 5.67″; Length/Depth 14.37″; Weight 3 pounds
✅ Reduce 99% lead, Chlorine (taste and odor), Cadmium, Mercury, Benzene, Asbestos, and more, while an electronic indicator makes filter reminders effortless
✅ Brita Elite filters are compatible with all Brita pitchers and dispensers except Stream; replace the Brita Elite water filter 2x a year (about every 6 months)
Amazon Reviews and Ratings
4.5 out of 5 stars on Amazon
LifeStraw Home– Water Filter Pitcher, 7-Cup, Glass with Silicone Base
This is the only glass pitcher on the list. Which may be a high priority for some people. But buyer beware, it did not get the best reviews on Amazon.
✅ The only water filter pitcher that removes bacteria and parasites, in addition to microplastics (manufacturer claim but not verified by us)
✅ Reduces lead, mercury, and chemicals including PFAS (“forever chemicals”), chlorine, herbicides, pesticides, dirt, sand, and cloudiness.
✅ Sleek and sustainable design, made from hand blown borosilicate glass.
✅ Improves taste and avoids the need to buy single use plastic bottled water
✅ The membrane microfilter lasts 264 gallons (1 year). The activated carbon + ion exchange filter lasts 40 gallons (2 months)
Amazon Ratings and Reviews
4 out of 5 stars
Main “negative” complaint is the increased time it takes to filter the water
Epic Pure Water Filter Pitchers
This pitcher comes in a little pricier than the Pur pitcher and did not get the best reviews compared to others on the list. The only negative comment found on Amazon is that the filter clogs. All other reviews seemed positive.
✅ This space efficient gravity water filter system jug fits perfectly on refrigerator shelves and is great for families. H 10″; W 6″; L 10″; Weight: 2 lbs. Rigorously tested against NSF/ANSI standards 42, 53, 401, and P473 (NSF 53 Water Filter)
✅ Tap water filter: 6mm thick solid carbon block water filters protect you and your family from contaminants that other filters miss.
✅ The Pure Pitcher also comes with a LED timer, which counts down from 90 days, integrated into the lid that reminds you when it is time to change the filter. Never again will you have to guess about your filter.
✅ Water purifier pitcher with filter: Each premium quality gravity water filter produces 150 gallons of fresh, contaminant-free drinking water (lasting 4 times longer than the leading water filter pitcher. Remove 99.99% of all tap water contaminants. 100% BPA-free,
Amazon Ratings and Reviews
4.3 out of 5 stars with over 1100 ratings
main negative complaint is clogging issues.
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