The best pitcher type water filter
Clean water is the key to your health. If you use water from a regular tap water, then you need to take care of its purification. How can this be done effectively? Pay attention to the jug type filter.
Features of choice
It turns out that not all filters that are offered today will suit you personally. What to consider when choosing?
- Features of tap water at the place of residence. In some areas, it is necessary to reduce the level of chlorine, in others the iron in the water is off scale. Finally, in some regions it is necessary to reduce the level of mineralization. Therefore, the cartridge is selected depending on the impurities contained in the water.
Capacious filter jugs operate on an accumulative system. - The quality of the plastic. A very important aspect, since if the main material does not meet the standards, then the water will not just not be purified, it will become unusable. If you still have doubts about the quality of the plastic, carefully examine the body of the jug, and if you find a characteristic sign (glass and fork) on it, you can be sure that your water is in the "correct" filter.
When choosing a filter jug, you need to pay attention to the filter module. - The volume of the jug also matters. For 1-2 people, it is better to purchase a small jug with a volume of 2 - 2.5 liters, and you will always have filtered water. If the family is large, then it is better if the volume of the jug is 4 - 5 liters.
The more degrees of purification, the better the filter will purify water. - The presence of a filter module in the kit. Of course, this fact cannot be called decisive, and yet, any self-respecting company will make sure that such a module is available. In addition, remember that usually buying a jug and a module separately will cost you more than purchasing a ready-made kit.
The cassette type must match the quality of the tap water. - Availability of components. This question will not arise with Russian manufacturers, replacement cartridges are more than available. But, deciding to purchase a foreign-made filter jug, be sure to specify where you can find replacement modules.
If the water is hard, you will need a special cartridge to soften it. - Filtering speed or, in other words, performance. This indicator reflects the rate of passage of water through the cartridge. The standard speed is 0.3 liters per minute. However, more expensive models of well-known brands filter water much faster.
An important criterion is the volume of the jug. You need to choose depending on the number of family members, the amount of water used. - Experts recommend that you be wary of new brands. The thing is that the filter must meet certain requirements, and only well-known manufacturers have quality certificates.
Popular models have a transparent plastic drive case and a colored or transparent funnel into which a replacement cassette is inserted. - Don't forget about additional functions. For example, some manufacturers install indicators to indicate when it is time to replace a cartridge. Others have improved the jug lid with an extra button for easier opening. Estimate the cost of the model: often foreign jugs are more expensive than their domestic counterparts, and at the same time they are little superior to them.
The filter jug is an indispensable attribute of modern cuisine.
Best pitcher filters
We offer a kind of filter popularity rating.
- Aquaphor Line.
The filter has an interesting design and comes with green, blue and red funnels. The funnel has a volume of 1.8 liters, and the jug itself holds 2.8 liters of water. Since the jug is made of clear food grade plastic, you can see the amount of filtered water. Due to its small volume, the jug is as easy to use as possible: it can be placed in the refrigerator door and lifted without much effort.
The cartridge is designed to remove chlorine from water. The resource of the cartridge is 170 liters, which means that when using the filter for a family of 1-2 people, it will have to be changed about once a month. If you have a large family, then the resource is reduced. The cartridge filler contains not only coal and resin, but also synthetic fibers that protect the coal from erosion. Judging by the reviews, the water passed through the Aquaphor Line filter is odorless and free of sediment.
The main advantages of the filter: affordable price, the ability to purify even very polluted water, inexpensive replacement cassettes, a noticeable improvement in the taste of water. Speaking about the shortcomings, they usually mention that the resource is not long enough, the filtration rate is small, and to close the lid, you need to make an effort.
- Barrier Smart.
A transparent plastic jug with a total volume of 3.3 liters and a filter volume of 1.5 liters is offered in six versions: black, pistachio, purple, green, chocolate and blue. The filter is equipped with a cartridge replacement calendar, so you won't forget to change it in time. The jug is combined with standard Barrier modules.
The advantages of the model include the availability of a cartridge replacement calendar, stylish design and lightness of the model, as well as an ergonomic design. Tasty water, from which no scale is formed, is also considered an advantage. There are few disadvantages, but they are also: flimsy plastic and the fact that unfiltered water gets into the jug.
- Aquaphor ultra.
The total volume of this jug-type filter is only 2.5 liters, which means that even when filled, it is quite light and convenient. It can be refilled even in a sink with a low tap. A special feature of this pitcher filter is the flip-flop lid that opens with your thumb when held by the handle. The resource of a removable cartridge is enough for about 2-3 months of operation.
The main "pluses" of the model: the absence of any protrusions allows you to rinse the jug well, thanks to the ergonomic handle, the container does not slip out of your hands, high-quality filtration and a stylish look. Well, the "minuses" include: fragile plastic and thin walls - a pitcher filter needs very careful operation.
- Barrier Tango.
Another beloved model. It is distinguished by a narrow body that allows you to install the filter in the refrigerator door and cool the water during the filtration process. However, as they say, there is another side of the coin - the small dimensions eloquently indicate the small volume of the jug: 2.5 liters total volume and 1.1 liters - the volume of the storage tank. That is why the Tango Barrier is ideal for only 1-2 people.
The transparent body allows you to control the filtration process and see how much water is already ready for use. The main advantages of the model are considered to be overflow protection, fast filtration, sharp nose, durable plastic. The disadvantages include the small volume and the fact that the lid does not fold back, as in most models, but is removed completely, which is not always convenient in everyday use.
Unfortunately, over the years, the quality of tap water only deteriorates and the issue of purchasing a filter is no longer a whim, but a necessity. However, don't rush. Determine which filter will be the most suitable in your case, and only then make a purchase.
VIDEO: Review of Aquaphor water jug filters.
