Best Water Filter Pitcher in 2024 (8 Brands Tested, Rated & Ranked BEST to WORST)
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Күн бұрынWondering which water filter pitcher is truly the best? We tested 8 popular brands to find out! Our data-driven ranking system considers contaminant reduction, filtration speed, design, ongoing costs, and more.
Here's what we discovered:
👉 No single pitcher excelled in everything. There are trade-offs to consider.
👉 Popular brands like Brita and PUR may not be effective for all contaminants and situations.
👉 Testing your water is crucial to choose the right filter for your needs.
In this video, Brian reveals the top contenders and discusses the strengths and weaknesses of each pitcher. We also explore why a "one-size-fits-all" approach doesn't work when it comes to water filtration.
This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.
📒 Show Notes 📒
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2️⃣ The pitchers we tested:
Epic Pure: geni.us/bXrtQ3q
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Clearly Filtered: geni.us/cNi1Gf
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ZeroWater: geni.us/fX7Qj
Santevia MINA: geni.us/kfYR3k
Larq Purevis: geni.us/vtoR
Pur PLUS: geni.us/3cS7j
Brita Elite: geni.us/ZpABhk4
Waterdrop Chubby: geni.us/DBJQm
3️⃣ Scoring system: waterfilterguru.com/how-we-te...
⏰ Chapters ⏰
0:00 Best Water Filter Pitcher in 2024 (8 Brands Tested, Rated & Ranked BEST to WORST)
0:10 How We Tested
1:27 Waterdrop Chubby
2:35 Brita Elite
3:37 Pur PLUS
4:32 Larq Purevis
6:50 Santevia MINA
7:59 ZeroWater
9:45 Clearly Filtered
11:13 Epic Pure
12:43 Conclusions
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Testing Disclaimer
The systems in this video were objectively tested under real-life conditions. The water samples had a limited range of contaminants, and may not represent the system's performance in other areas or under different conditions.
Laboratory Quality Assurance Disclaimer
Like all water test results (indeed, all lab testing), results are subject to variabilities and inaccuracies that Tap Score works to understand, limit, and explain. More information about the most common sources of variability that Tap Score are aware of can be found here: mytapscore.com/blogs/tips-for...
100% Contaminant Removal Rates Disclaimer
A 100% removal rate means there are no contaminant detections above the MDL (Method Detection Limit). The MDL is the lowest concentration of a given analyte for which the laboratory is confident in claiming per each contaminants detection (ie. how low the instruments can measure down to with confidence).
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@gutmicrobiomequeen 29 күн бұрын
I just discovered your channel- what a gold mine!! Keep up the good work 🙂
@waterfilterguru 29 күн бұрын
Glad you like the videos! Thanks for watching and the feedback
@shoelaced 28 күн бұрын
Great video! I would love to see a test of, say, the top 5 pitchers comparing them at the end of their recommended filter lives, and perhaps even a test of a few weeks beyond, to see how they stack up against the test with brand new filters. It would also be interesting to see how long it takes for one of them to have no effect --- like what happens if you don't replace the filter for 4 months, 5 months, 6 months, or however long until the water is basically the same as it went in.
@waterfilterguru 28 күн бұрын
Love it. Great idea, thanks for the request!
@bornprophecy128 10 күн бұрын
I just came across this channel today. New subscriber! Thanks for all the great information
@waterfilterguru 10 күн бұрын
Thanks for the sub and glad to hear you like our videos 😁
@ByMyReckoning 19 күн бұрын
Was looking for this thanks!!
@waterfilterguru 19 күн бұрын
Right on, glad you found it and it was helpful!
@hoops4life77 29 күн бұрын
Fantastic video thanks for all the information. 👍
@waterfilterguru 29 күн бұрын
You're welcome I'm happy to hear it was helpful. Thanks for the feedback!
@asukachan7899 19 күн бұрын
Great comprehensive review! I've been hesitating between Zero Water and Clearly Filtered. Looks like the latter is more cost-effective in the long-term. Not convinced that the Epic deserves its spot above ZW or CF. That design flaw made me gasp in horror.
@waterfilterguru 19 күн бұрын
Hey thanks for your comment and feedback. This really helps me to know this type of content is helpful and I should keep doing videos like this one! Epic took the top spot, based on our data-driven scoring system. Although both CF and ZW performed better in terms of overall contaminant reduction, they each had an issue that brought their scores down (cobalt added by CF, and ZW not addressing disinfection byproducts well). This is why Epic received a higher score
@fragger3424 11 күн бұрын
Don't fill up the unfiltered reservoir too much and leave it on a flat level surface. It doesn't leak around the filter so if you're not overfilling the reservoir you're perfectly fine. Problem solved.
@AmeliaRose1212 23 күн бұрын
Thanks. You reduce points for slow filtration. But with chloramines (not present in the well water you tested) wouldn’t slow filtration be a plus? I thought slow was best to remove the ammonia in chloramines, which is the issue with my water along fluoride etc. I’ve been using clearly filtered but follow you in case there is something substantially preferable. Thanks again
@waterfilterguru 23 күн бұрын
Just to reiterate, the water we used for this test was *treated* well water - it comes from a community well that has a treatment plant which disinfects the water with chlorine (though not chloramine). Part of our scoring system accounts for filtration rate, which is explained in our testing process document here waterfilterguru.com/how-we-test-water-filters/ That said, you are right sometimes slower filtration (like you get with gravity-fed units) is indeed beneficial as it gives the water longer contact time with the media. We take this into account in our scoring system, and gravity-fed systems (like these pitchers) are graded differently than pressurized systems. The Clearly Filtered should be doing a solid job for you reducing both chloramine and fluoride. A great method to target chloramine is catalytic carbon, which I'm fairly certain is one component of their media blend.
@johnmal5975 26 күн бұрын
Great video as always. At the end of the day all I want to know what removes the most and does not introduce more nasty s. You were not kidding about the cost of the epic filter replacement. The filter is basically the price of the unit. I would just buy another unit. I don't understand why you don't have 500k plus subs. Your work is greatly appreciated.
@waterfilterguru 26 күн бұрын
Thanks for the feedback! This was my first video covering multiple products like this. Was there anything about it you didn't like? Anything that was boring or missing that you were hoping to see? I take audience feedback very seriously which helps me improve my videos every time I make a new one 🙂
@johnmal5975 26 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru I thought it was good. Some categories don't mean as much to me but it may mean a lot to someone else. I have well water so I am not interested in fluoride reduction but someone who has city water it is a really big deal. You will never please everyone because its to broad of different wants and needs. Just leave it alone it was perfect I found out what I needed and I am sure others did as well. I noticed some people suggested you do follow ups with these products. I like that most of these filters have a 90 day lifespan well is that claim true. That would be really interesting.
@waterfilterguru 25 күн бұрын
@@johnmal5975 Perfect this is super helpful. Thanks for the feedback
@orangecowcat 29 күн бұрын
I've been using Clearly Filtered for about 2 years now and I absolutely love it. We all can taste the difference in our water now that it's filtered. The complete fluoride reduction is what sold me. My only complaint is that water somehow got into the handle and I was unable to get it out, so there is discoloration, probably from the normal water contaminants that are in there. I plan to replace the pitcher, however, and will continue to stay with this company.
@waterfilterguru 29 күн бұрын
Right on, thanks for sharing!
@gman1868 29 күн бұрын
These reviews are excellent! Anyone that wants a filter should watch your channel before choosing their own. My question is, if I want to test water from my local spring both before and after filtering, do I need to buy more than one Top Score testing kit?
@waterfilterguru 29 күн бұрын
If you are wanting to test a water filter's performance, then yes you would need to test the water pre-filtration and then post-filtration. Then you can compare the reports to see how the filter performed. Check out the Tap Score Spring Water specific tests geni.us/72RzPaw
@gman1868 28 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru Thank you for letting me know! We have a local spring that the city said is "ok". I think I'd rather know for myself before I drink too much of it.
@waterfilterguru 28 күн бұрын
@@gman1868 You're welcome. We always recommend lab testing. What the federal government says is OK (under the The National Primary Drinking Water Regulations (NPDWR)) is different from what we personally might feel comfortable with. For example, the Maximum Contaminant Levels for contaminants under the NPDWR were developed to balance both public health and economic cost to treatment facilities - NOT solely on human health risk.
@pammerryweather7914 20 күн бұрын
Have you heard of the Getwell water system popularized on FB? Any chance you might do something on that one?
@waterfilterguru 20 күн бұрын
Never heard of it. I can add it to our list to look into and possibly consider for a future project. Thanks for the request!
@davidhunternyc1 29 күн бұрын
I wish you would test the Clear2O water pitcher, specifically the pitcher with the hose and locking system which hooks directly to the water tap for quick refills. While refilling in seconds instead of minutes seems alarming, Clear2O uses a supposed "solid" multistage filter which prevents the channeling of water. I've been using the Clear2O for years but I can't tell if this water pitcher is a gimmick or not.
@waterfilterguru 29 күн бұрын
What you describe sounds like a countertop water filter that relies on incoming water pressure to filter the water. This is a completely different filter system category and why it wasn't included in this video 🙂
@davidhunternyc1 29 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru No. It's not a countertop water filter. It's a portable water pitcher with the same form factor and capacity as all the pitchers here. Fill it up, put in your fridge. Part of the reason why you test all of these pitchers here is because of marketing. Clear2O doesn't market their products, hence why they are invisible. Please look them up and test their pitcher. It could outperform all of these pitchers or it could fail miserably. I have no clue.
@blee3ee 29 күн бұрын
Have you tested which produces the most microplastics?
@waterfilterguru 26 күн бұрын
@@blee3ee not yet but it's on the list
@JimEarl 22 күн бұрын
Hi, what do you mean by "lack of certification for Epic's filters"? Who or what is the last word in determining that a filter's specs are true?
@JimEarl 22 күн бұрын
This is on Epic's "Testing and Certification" page: "All of our products have been independently tested and verified by EPA accredited laboratories and have been individually tested at levels exceeding NSF/ANSI standards for contaminant removal. " "CERTIFICATION OF RESULTS: All analyses, and reporting performed herein, comply with all requirements set forth in N.J.A.C. 7:9E and N.J.A.C. 7:18, and hereby certify that this laboratory is in compliance with all laboratory certification and quality control procedures and requirements as set forth in N.J.A.C. 7:18; the NYCRR Subpart 55-2, the National Environmental Laboratory Accreditation Conference (NELAC) Institute Standards, and the ISO 17025." - Under the logos of NELAC and ISO.
@waterfilterguru 22 күн бұрын
Hey Jim, this is a great question! There is a difference between holding official certifications, and simply testing products using a certified, accredited lab. Independent testing labs can evaluate filters, but official certification goes a step further. Certification means the product passed rigorous testing set by these organizations, ensuring it meets specific criteria for contaminant removal, structural integrity, and materials safety. So, while a lab test might tell you if a filter removes a certain contaminant(s), certification verifies the filter's overall quality and performance based on established standards. When it comes to water filter certifications, there are three main independent organizations that test and certify filters to national standards. Here they are along with links to their certified products databases: 1) NSF International (NSF) info.nsf.org/Certified/dwtu/ 2) the Water Quality Association (WQA) find.wqa.org/find-products#/ 3) and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) pld.iapmo.org/ These organizations are not affiliated with any government agency and act independently.
@JimEarl 22 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru Thanks! So while you rated Epic as the best or near best in this video, it's still not confirmed their claims for all contaminants are certain or not? This is a bit confusing.
@waterfilterguru 21 күн бұрын
@@JimEarl Our own independent testing was limited, as it only had a small set of the contaminants they claim to reduce. Manufacturers often publish their own lab testing data to show a product's performance, but again this is not as rigorous as the testing done to acquire official certification. Unfortunately it's common in the industry, and manufacturers use this lack of knowledge to market their products, saying things like "tested to NSF standards" - which does NOT mean the same thing as actually being certified.
@Kozette88 25 күн бұрын
Thanks for this.Very eye opening. I think I'm going to boil my water first then use a filter pitcher. Would that be too much? LOL
@waterfilterguru 25 күн бұрын
Boiling water wouldn't be necessary, and in fact would really only serve to INCREASE concentrations of most contaminants present. As water boils, the volume in the pot decreases as some of the water evaporates. Most contaminants are unable to evaporate so remain in the pot. If you decrease the total volume of water, but not the amounts of contaminants, the concentrations of those contaminants in the remaining water will increase. Only some VOCs will vaporize with the water. The only other reason to boil water is to disinfect it (destroy microbiological contaminants) - but disinfection is already taken care of at the water treatment plant. These pitchers should only be used with treated water.
@matthewchavezm.b.s5503 23 күн бұрын
What about including checking for ph levels too... Good video tho. Thanks.
@waterfilterguru 23 күн бұрын
Thanks for the feedback. Noted!
@MariaLopezdeMurillas 22 күн бұрын
Is there a glass pitcher that would compare to the best ones here?
@waterfilterguru 22 күн бұрын
ZeroWater has a glass dispenser option geni.us/M68M0Ua which uses the same filter as the pitcher we tested in this project. We've not yet tested any other glass pitcher options. Supposedly Clearly Filtered have a glass vessel option coming out "soon"
@user-vh4mq8ip3j 13 күн бұрын
@waterfilterguru Zero water removed the fluoride?
@waterfilterguru 13 күн бұрын
Yes 100% reduction in fluoride
@dianelyons9910 29 күн бұрын
Lifestraw pitcher please
@waterfilterguru 29 күн бұрын
Added to the list. Thanks for the request!
@flylow7f39 26 күн бұрын
Consider adding the new Epic PFOA pitcher filter to your next test. ASIS B0CWSG4MWF for the filter without pitcher. Seems it is suppose to reduce/remove 100+ contaminants. External Testing Certification= IAPMO per the amazon listing.
@waterfilterguru 26 күн бұрын
I'll add it to our list for the next time we test more pitchers. I appreciate the request!
@flylow7f39 26 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru Should have been ASIN B0CWSG4MWF No idea how my fat fingers managed to hit an S instead of the N.
@waterfilterguru 25 күн бұрын
@@flylow7f39 ASIN is an Amazon specific item number
@flylow7f39 25 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru AFAIK amazon is the only place it is being sold at this time
@TheTavianTrek 11 күн бұрын
Returning the Clearly filtered. The pitcher design is horrible. Most of the time the spout doesn’t open properly, resulting in spilling water everywhere. In addition, the back lid has a very hard time staying on. I really wanted to love this product. But it made my life more difficult.
@waterfilterguru 11 күн бұрын
Sorry to hear that, I didn't experience either of those issues with the one I tested. Perhaps you got a defective unit
@TheTavianTrek 4 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru yeah maybe. I ended up keeping it because it still has the "best" filter, and i was too lazy to try and find another one lol. but i removed the white spout part in the front.
@kennethz4466 9 күн бұрын
Which filter doesn't remove the good minerals?
@waterfilterguru 9 күн бұрын
In our testing Clearly Filtered: geni.us/cNi1Gf and Epic Pure: geni.us/bXrtQ3q. CF reduced calcium by 32% but increased magnesium by 64%. Epic Pure showed
@VictorMPR 26 күн бұрын
Could you do a shower filter test? We had a springwell whole house filter in our old home but had to move and the water in the apartment smells strongly of chlorine… tastes horrible, too. We will need to filter the sink water and also shower water since we don’t have the option of a whole apartment filter.
@waterfilterguru 25 күн бұрын
Thanks for the request! We do have shower filters on our project list. That said, most shower filters really only target the disinfection chemical (chlorine), and are all pretty similar.
@michaelchueh 27 күн бұрын
Clearly is the best. Going on 3-4 years now
@waterfilterguru 27 күн бұрын
Nice! Glad to hear you like it. Great product
@michaelchueh 8 күн бұрын
For the cost, there is only one choice for gravity filters
@user-pi2lq 18 күн бұрын
I just brought a Waterdrop 😭
@waterfilterguru 18 күн бұрын
Keep in mind your water most likely has different contaminants than the water used in our test, and performance will vary from place to place. Waterdrop performed poorly in our test specifically because it was unable to address fluoride and uranium in our water.
@lilithmarleen 15 күн бұрын
Why would you want to reduce fluoride? The government literally adds it to the water to prevent tooth decay. And it works.
@waterfilterguru 15 күн бұрын
It's a hot debate. Some folks would simply rather have the choice. Additionally, studies have clearly established that long-term exposure to high doses of fluoride can have adverse effects on skeletal tissue (bones and teeth), which may cause higher risk of bone fractures in seniors. Skeletal fluorosis is a debilitating condition caused by high fluoride exposure during bone development in children. Elevated levels of fluoride in drinking water can also lead to dental fluorosis in children, which is the discoloration and molting away of tooth enamel. Evidence on low-dose, chronic exposure to fluoride is not definitive but has been indicated as having potential neurological impacts.
@danielmiecz909 10 күн бұрын
Not sponsored but use my link
@waterfilterguru 10 күн бұрын
Sponsored = the creator accepted anything of value from a third party to make the video. We did not accept anything of value from a third party to make this video, therefore it's not sponsored 😉
@jotjotzzz5357 12 күн бұрын
How is epic water number 1 ?? When it isn’t beating zero water or clearly filtered in FILTERING. What!?
@waterfilterguru 12 күн бұрын
Both ZeroWater and Clearly Filtered had issues that unfortunately lowered their respective contaminant reduction scores: - ZeroWater did not do well reducing disinfection byproducts, specifically chloroform, which was detected in the filtered water, thus reducing the overall contaminant reduction score. - Clearly Filtered ADDED cobalt to the filtered water which was detected above the HGL, which lowered the overall score While contaminant reduction is the most important scoring factor in our system, making up 55% of the total score, there are additional factors that are also considered. You can learn all about our scoring system here: waterfilterguru.com/how-we-test-water-filters/ And here are in-depth analyses based on the data behind the scores for each product: waterfilterguru.com/clearly-filtered-water-pitcher-review/ waterfilterguru.com/zerowater-review/ waterfilterguru.com/epic-pure-water-filter-review/
@savvyscheme6165 22 күн бұрын
So they all suck 🤷♂️
@waterfilterguru 22 күн бұрын
Nope, 3 stood out above the rest
@savvyscheme6165 22 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru Another commenter noted that ConsumerLab discovered that the ZeroWater filter releases microplastics into the water.
@waterfilterguru 22 күн бұрын
@@savvyscheme6165 Unfortunately microplastics were not one of the analytes included in the test we used for this project, but we've got it on our list to try to replicate that consumer labs test to see if we get similar results or not. Microplastics leaching is a risk with any container made of plastic.
@sailnbabe 29 күн бұрын
What is the safety level for cobalt in ppm? Google said it was 70ppb. so 54ppm X 1000 =54000ppb. Is this true?
@waterfilterguru 29 күн бұрын
Simplelab's Health Guideline Level for Cobalt is 0.002 PPM (2 PPB) The EWG's Health Guideline Level for Cobalt is 0.07 PPM (70 PPB) The US EPA does not regulate Cobalt as part of the National Primary Drinking Water Regulations: www.epa.gov/ground-water-and-drinking-water/national-primary-drinking-water-regulations
@sailnbabe 29 күн бұрын
@@waterfilterguru Oh, OK, I think I get it. Thank you.
@waterfilterguru 29 күн бұрын
@@sailnbabe happy to help explain
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