Under Counter Filter Comparisson
Under Counter Water Filters
Grade A+
Aquasana - AQ-5300 Drinking Water Filter
NSF Certified to reduce 66 contaminants including
over >97% of chlorine and chloramines.
Long filter life lasts up to 600 gallons.
Sediment pre-filter reduces clogging and extends capacity.
Little maintenance.
Easy installation and replacement.
Cost Performance Gallon11¢
CertifiedNSF 42/53/401
Replacement$64.99
Capacity 600 gal System$285.70
Contaminants66
Key Contaminants Removed Asbestos Chloramines Chlorine Cysts Lead Mercury Turbidity VOCs
Other Benefits: 90-Day satisfaction guarantee, 1 Year warranty, Eco-friendly cartridges
Grade B-
Everpure - H-1200 Drinking Water Filter
NSF Certified to reduce 59 contaminants including 96.8% of chlorine and chloramines.
Long filter life lasts up to 1,000 gallons.
Little maintenance required.
Very high system and replacement prices.
Cost Performance Gallon34¢
CertifiedNSF 42/53
Replacement$339.99
Capacity1000 galSystem $696.99Contaminants59
Key Contaminants Removed Asbestos Chloramines Chlorine Cysts Lead Mercury Turbidity VOCs
Other Benefits: 1-year for replacement cartridges; 5-years for system warranty
Grade C-
NSF Certified to reduce 97.6% of chlorine as well as over 50 other contaminants.
Long filter life lasts up to 625 gallons.
Little maintenance required.
Very high system and replacement prices.
CostPerformanceGallon32¢
CertifiedNSF 42/53
Replacement$202.31
Capacity 625 gal
System$594.12
Contaminants56
Key Contaminants Removed Asbestos Chloramines Chlorine Cysts Lead Mercury Turbidity VOCs
Other Benefits:
Grade C-GE - GXSV65R Dual Stage Water Filter
NSF Certified to reduce 67 contaminants including 97.5% of chlorine.
Short filter life lasts 160 gallons.
Low initial system price, but frequent filter replacements drive up ongoing costs.
CostPerformanceGallon29¢
CertifiedNSF 42/53/401
Replacement$45.99Capacity160 gal
System$129.99Contaminants67
Key Contaminants Removed Asbestos Chloramines Chlorine Cysts Lead Mercury Turbidity VOCsOther Benefits: 1-year limited warranty
Grade C-Whirlpool - WHEMB40 Undersink Filter
NSF Certified to reduce 55 contaminants including >97% of chlorine.
Short filter life lasts 350 gallons.
Low initial system price, but frequent filter replacements drive up ongoing costs.
CostPerformance
Gallon22¢
CertifiedNSF 42/53
Replacement$77.00
Capacity350 galSystem$197.00Contaminants55
Key Contaminants Removed Asbestos Chloramines Chlorine Cysts Lead Mercury Turbidity VOCs
Other Benefits:
Grade D+Watts Premier - 531130 UF-3 Filtration System
Not NSF Certified.
WQA tested to NSF Standards to reduce 97% of chlorine and over 50 other contaminants.
Short filter life lasts 150 gallons.
Low initial system price and high, frequent filter replacements drive up ongoing costs.
Cost Performance
Gallon52¢
Certified WQA to NSF 42/53
Replacement$77.77
Capacity150 galSystem$177.16Contaminants57
Key Contaminants Removed Asbestos Chloramines Chlorine Cysts Lead Mercury Turbidity VOCsOther Benefits:
AquaCera HCP Countertop Water Filter with Cera Metix Filter
Type: Countertop, single stage
Model type: countertop
Filtration: CeraMetix proprietary ceramic & carbon filter
Capacity: 1500 gallons of water
Replace filter: 6 months Compact size
Removes fluoride Absolute filtration efficiency to 0.9 microns
Activated PAC media block (1 micron rated)
Silver impregnated ceramic shell
Easily attaches to most standard faucets
Does not remove beneficial minerals
Requires some counter space
Not the most attractive design
Faucet adapter may not fit designer faucets
Imperial Countertop Water Filters
Technical Specs
Type: Countertop filter
Model type: countertop
Filtration: CeraUltra Imperial ceramic filter
Capacity: 1200 gallons of water
Replace filter: 12 monthsHigh flow rate
Longer filter life
CeraUltra Imperial filter removes led, mercury, VOCs and heavy metals
Eliminates bad taste and odor
Easy and affordable to maintain
Diverter valve allows you to switch from unfiltered to filtered waterIncludes all necessary hardware for easy installation
Larger than the other AquaCera countertop unitsCeraUltra Imperial filter does not remove fluoride
AquaCera CF Series Whole House Water Filters
Technical Specs
Type: Whole house carbon water filter
Model type: Whole house
Filtration: Non-backwash coconut shell and catalytic carbon blend
Capacity: 600,000 - 1,500,000 (depending on model)
Certifications: Carbon is NSF certified and meets or exceeds ASTM Standards. NSF Certified Standard 42High capacity filtration
Uses only the finest materials of construction and highest quality blend of assorted carbon medias
Virtually maintenance free - main filter needs to be replaced just every 5 years
Replacing media is cost effective and simple - compared to having to replace the entire tank
Enhances taste and clarity
Requires installation by a plumber
Imperial Twin Under Sink Water Filter
Technical Specs
Type: Under Sink Twin Filter System
Model type: Under the counter
Filtration: CeraUltra filter with choice of an additional filter to treat specific contaminants
Capacity: 1200 gallons of water
Replace filter(s): 1 yearUtilizes
CeraUltra Ceramic filter for excellent filtrationIncludes attractive chrome faucet
Choice of an additional filter to remove specific contaminants in the water
Plumber installation recommended
Zero Water Filter Pitchers
Type: Pitcher 5-stage filter
Filtration: 5-stage filtration process
Filters: removes contaminants such as chlorine taste & odor, rust, metals, organic compounds and much more
Replace filter: around 25 gallons
Advanced 5-stage filter to remove chlorine taste & odor, rust, metals and much more
In-fridge push button dispenser to conveniently disperse water from bottom of pitcher
Built-in TDS Meter lets you know when filter cartridges are working properly and the number of detectable dissolved solids
Sleek, compact design
Filter could last a little longer
AquaCera HCS Stainless Steel Countertop Water Filter with CeraMetix Filter
Type: Stainless steel countertop, single stage
Model type:countertop
Filtration: CeraMetix proprietary ceramic & carbon filter
Capacity: 1500 gallons of water
Replace filter: 6 monthsRemoves Fluoride
Compact and slim housingAesthetically pleasing and durable
Absolute filtration efficiency to 0.9 microns
Easily attaches to most standard faucets
Does not remove beneficial minerals
More expensive then plastic housing
Faucet adapter may not fit designer faucets
AquaTru Countertop Reverse Osmosis Water Purifier
$399.00
$349.00Technical Specs+ Pluses- MinusesMost Popular ChoiceType: Reverse Osmosis Water Purifier, on-the-counterModel type:CountertopFiltration: Reverse OsmosisCapacity: UnlimitedCertifications: NSF/ANSI standard 58No plumbing requiredLow-Energy ProcessConvenient countertop dispenserNo reduction in the water pressureNo storage tankMinimal waste water