I have used Clearly Filtered for about 10 years, they are well worth the cost. I have found that the best way to extend the life of the filter is to PRE-FILTER the water, using either a fridge system or Brita, something along those lines. In my experience, pre-filtering will make the filter drain quicker and it will seemingly last much longer and retain a clean taste much longer. Britas filters are cheap to replace, they take a lot of the bigger particulate out before it heads into the Clearly Filtered system. Another tip, keep the filter in the fridge. Don't allow bacteria to thrive in the media or between the seals, don't leave it on the counter! Once it really starts to struggle with filtration, get a new one. Rarely has "flushing" the filter after it has slowed down helped to improve the flow. Overall, I really enjoy this filtration system!
I use a three water pitcher filtered system. Water from my tap goes into the least expensive filter first. I have previously used Brita, Pur or Amazon for this initial step but currently use WaterDrop. The second filter is ZeroWater. The third and last water pitcher filter is Clearly Filtered. My first filter is currently changed approximately every two months. The ZeroWater is changed approximately every 4 months. The Clearly Filtered is changed around 10 months. I have tested my water through the state government, the Federal EPA, the State University and a few other academia labs for free. I have also sent the same water to private companies for comparison only to find the free ones were just as accurate. My three step system works well and saves money through the use of a cheap initial filter to extend the lives of the other two. Note that no bacteria, microbes, pathogens, contagions, mold/mildew/fungal growth were found in the third filter even after ten months. This may not work for everyone and may be overkill, but it works for my household.
Thanks for sharing! This is a solid strategy to extend the life of the more expensive, through filter elements! Just curious, do you clean each pitcher on a weekly basis? That could be cause for the bacteria detection. Or, because you are going so long without changing the filter because it's lifespan is extended, there could be bacteria growing in the filter element itself. Just a couple thoughts
@@waterfilterguru The third pitcher has not showed any bacterial, fungus or microbes at the ten month mark which is the longest I have ever gone before cleaning and changing the third pitcher’s filter. I clean all pitchers when changing a filter. Eventually, airborne microbes or spores would contaminate any pitcher.
@@lachele7099 There is an issue with our well water having a higher bacteria count. Which I'm pretty sure no filter will get rid of without a UV-A light. I am familiar with using them both from my last job and fish tanks. Could also add a drop of bleach which is a legit method per the Feds and I did that in the Army overseas in the 80s since I was the medic in charge of our tank of drinking water. You have to add so much per gallon per the chart/table.
We are about to buy this to filter our well water too. How often do you change your filter? I have heard some people say that well water doesn’t have to filter as much so each filter lasts a lot longer. I’m not sure how to tell when I need to replace the filter!
@@ckhanahan I would say this is driven by your level of safety/paranoia and your available funds. Replacements are quite pricey, unless on sale. They say every 3 months, but I think that is driven by their desire for making money more so that it actually being needed, so prob 6 months is fine but I have gone a year. Hard to remember to do it also. Invariably, putting a sticker on the container does not work because the writing becomes blurred. So you have to track it elsewhere on a calender, whether paper or electronic. Probably MORE important is the fact that mold builds up due to the moist environment in the top. So remove the filter and scrub the whole thing down now and then. Mechanical filtering aspect of it will merely clog if left in too long. The carbon I assume will just stop removing chems so that is the trickier part and driven by how much it needs to filter out , so I imagine each location would be unique.
So you stated the plastic is medical grade but is there a chance of it still leaching into water? Would it just be best to have a stainless or glass filtration system and if so which one would you recommend? Thanks for the hard work you are doing!
The Tritan plastic is NSF 61 certified for materials safety info.nsf.org/Certified/PwsComponents/Listings.asp?Company=C0040640&Standard=061 You can learn more about the NSF 61 certification here www.nsf.org/knowledge-library/nsf-ansi-standard-61-drinking-water-system-components-health-effects Because the plastic is officially NSF certified to standard 61, you can be confident it will not be imparting additional impurities into the water.
@@mi2maui Not sure, but as its NSF certified I doubt it happens that quickly. But I don't know or have a definitive answer. This would be an interesting project to test! Thanks for the idea
Just did the math. For my family of 11 we would need about 14 filters/year and it would cost us $822/year! I can see this being a great deal for a single person or a family of 3 but a large family kinda gets the shaft, price-wise.
@@waterfilterguru Good idea, if they are quality. I've thought about reverse osmoses. I calculate a gallon of filtered water is about 60¢ a gallon with the frequent filter replacements. Cheaper than distilled at the store. What about a heat distilling set up for large families? They are slow, I know, but maybe more economical?
I just purchased this system but I am concerned about the fluoride removal. Have you tested it for aluminum like the Berky ? Unfortunately I've used the fluoride filters in the Berky for years. Thank you for your work , super helpful !!!
This is currently in the works - We are testing this CF pitcher against all the other top performing and most popular pitchers on the market. Stay tuned for that video!
I would like to see a comparison of the Clearly Filtered up against two competitors. One: WaterDrop, and Two: SaganLife filters - any of their water purifiers. Thank you for this video.
You got it! We've got a massive project lined up to laboratory test & compare 15 of the most popular water filter pitchers including Clearly Filtered and Waterdrop. Make sure you're subscribed to our channel so you get notified when that video is released: www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1
@@LWest-fm8ws No, I haven't. I change the filter every 3 months, as recommended. I wash the pitcher itself with a non toxic dish soap and have had no issues. My daughters also use them without issue. Hope this helps.
Thanks much for the video. 👍 1) With that 30-day 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, note that the buyer pays the return shipping. (@4:01 "Return shipping is the responsibility of the customer and will be deducted from your refund." 2) Seems to be a common misunderstanding that this Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher has a "lifetime warranty". It does not. According to the official website: "Clearly Filtered offers a limited lifetime warranty....This warranty does not include filters and expires after 24 months from the date of purchase for pitcher and bottles." Also, "For Inline Filters, like the UTS and Fridge Filter, this warranty expires after 18 months from the date of purchase and does not cover additional damage beyond the cost of the product." Verified this with a Customer Experience Agent.
Thanks for watching! I'd love to see those before and after results, please follow up here to let us know! We'll be doing the same and publishing a video about it here soon!
I have heard that the problem with RO and the removal of beneficial minerals is not that they don't contain those minerals for you to consume, but rather that water without those minerals leaches them from your body.
I do not buy into the mineral-leeching concern. Our bodies balance minerals quite well, so long as they are available, and food should be our best source of minerals. The bioavailability of minerals in water is questionable and complex. Modern research seems to indicate that chelated minerals are much more bioavailable, hence the power of eating organ meats. Water contains trace amounts, at best, of minerals we need much more of, which has to come from food anyway (or supplements). You can buy trace mineral drops to put in pure water, or use a sprinkle of Himalayan pink salt. Ancestral humans used plenty of rainfall water, which is not mineralized; it is Nature's distilled water.
I wish I could afford this but most people can’t. Strong suggestion: test these filters and pitchers at a variety of places. Tucson, AZ has some of the hardest (and awful tasting) water in the country. It gets it’s water from a giant ditch that goes from the Colorado River through Phoenix and eventually to Tucson.
I have been using Clearly Filtered for quite a few years and really like it, just today purchased the new style picher you had in this video. I would like to see a Clearly Filtered vs Freedom water 5 comparison. It is hard to believe that their filter can filter 2000 gallons of water per filter safely, without massive bacteria buildup? What about a bacteria buildup comparison in both filters?
Thanks for your input and the suggestion! Yep, I am always skeptical when I see massive filter capacity claims like that. I love the idea to test filters at their claimed capacity - great idea!
I live primarily in a camper at RV parks while working. Water quality varies widely. Frequently disappointing, possibly dangerous. I have been using tabletop filters for years. Starting with PUR and moving to Zero water a couple years ago. With your recommendation I am going to look hard at Clearly Filtered next.
You might consider testing the Lifestraw Home Pitcher. It claims to remove bacteria too, and it costs less, so it might make a good comparison to this Clearly Filtered pitcher.
@@chefgav1 As it turns out, I bought one. Tried it and returned it. Filtration was painfully slow and the capacity was so small as to be impractical (the pitcher would never actually fill; once the water level got a bit above the bottom of the cartridge, it would quit). A piece of junk IMO.
I have to stop buying bottled water. I worry about micro plastics and other bad junk. I've had to get rid of all plastic and toxins in my house and food due to my disease. This is the last step. Our source water grosses me out. It's a lake that people boat in, throw trash in, and a couple dead bodies were found from drowning. I've been researching and everything points to this filter. You gave me a few more insights into this pitcher that helped a great deal.
Agreed! Bottled water is a huge unnecessary expense, much better to filter your own water at home! Thanks for your comment and I'm glad you found the video insightful
Glad to help out! I love my CF pitcher. We're also working on putting together a massive project test test all the best and most popular pitchers against one another! Make sure you're subscribed so you get notified when that video gets uploaded: www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1
Hello! I was thinking about buying the Berkey water filter system. I want to know if you guys recommend it or if there is something better. I am looking to spend about $350-400. We are on city water now, but I will be on well water next year. I appreciate your advice.
It all depends on the contaminants present in the source water being filtered. There is no 'one size fits all' solution. Have you had the water tested? Do you know what contaminants are present? What works for city water now most likely won't be the same solution for well water in the future. This is why testing first to understand what contaminants are present is so important.
Glad it was helpful! It really depends on your specific water situation, if you have contaminants present that are best removed by RO, then AquaTru is the way to go. If not, CF is a solid choice
I have both. I definitely recommend aquatru over clearly Filtered. We purchased two clearly units filters/pitcher over six months and can definitely see a reduction in quality. The second pitcher kept leaking from the same location and the replacement filter for the first unit couldn’t be activated. Clearly Filter customer service insists on customers troubleshooting with parts over a course of several weeks with gaskets and removing the filter and reattaching it. Return shipping is the responsibility of customer even if the unit is defective. Water from the second unit doesn’t even taste the same as the first unit. Not sure what’s going on here but the quality and the consistency is definitely degrading.
Today 8/1/23 I called CF and they told me that the Pitchers are MADE IN MEXICO. I'm not sure where the filters are made. The Pitchers are Assembled in the USA. This isn't a complex car with a computer system; allegedly the lid is 2 components and the pitcher makes 3 pieces to assemble. I guess CF likes to claim assembled in the US, instead of allowing them to do this EASY TASK in Mexico. A 3 year old kid can probably assemble it. I'm okay helping a fellow human eat, I'm just glad to know it's made here on Earth and I am helping the World economy, even if my preference is the USA. At least it's made in North America! I called CF because they're sold out of pitchers, THEY have FILTERS but no Mexican made pitchers. They told me they have no idea when they'll be restocked. This includes their website and the Amazon store that they also run, NO 3rd party sellers. I asked her if it might be 3 days or 30 months, and I was told she had no idea when they'd be restocked.
Terrific video. I have been using the Aquagear pitcher for a number of years and have been very satisfied with it, especially now that it filters out forever chemicals and microplastics. I wonder how it compares with the Clearly Filtered pitcher. I would love if you could compare the 2 head to head.
Hey Thanks for your comment and request! This is a great idea to compare the two. Did you see our Clearly Filtered test video that was just uploaded? ruclips.net/video/Ki33mbA2jPM/видео.html
We've not tested or done any research into the Patriot filter pitcher, so I cannot provide any comparison insight at this point. That being said we are putting together a massive project to test the most popular water filter pitchers against one another, Clearly Filtered will be included. Make sure you're subscribed so you get notified when that videos is uploaded! www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1
I just bought a zero water pitcher from another review on RUclips saying it was the best. So confusing. I'm not concerned about minerals, get enough in my food and supplements. Thanks for your channel.
The TDS meter that comes with ZeroWater products does not indicate if water is healthy or not. This is a common misconception, so we made a video to help clear things up: ruclips.net/video/yHvdYWXiVzI/видео.html
Hard to say without seeing data about your specific water situation. The water softener is working to protect your plumbing and appliances by eliminating hard water and limescale. The RO system is most likely providing solid contaminant reduction, most likely making the Brita redundant and unnecessary. But again, it all depends on what's in your water that needs to be treated
I found I was drinking far too much water after getting the clearly filtered system. My doctor said I was coming down with some condition I really can’t remember the name of. Hyper something or other. When I started adding Redmond salt to my water, my drinking habits returned to normal and I was hydrating correctly.
You got it! I've got these three on the list for the massive water filter pitcher comparison project we've got lined up. Thanks for your comment Aaron, make sure you're subscribed so you get a notification when that video goes live www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1
The lab performance sheet for the gravity-fed pitcher does not explicitly tell you if it was tested in a third-party lab...with berkey lying about their performance it would be great to have an actual certification. Also, the specs sheet for the pitcher under pesticides was "copied and pasted" incorrectly
The pitcher now does hold WQA certification to NSF standards find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/1 find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/3 find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/29 I've also been strongly urging them to pursue additional standard 53 certification for more contaminants 😉
Thanks for the review! You can get minerals such as calcium in your food, so do we really need it in your water? My water has so much calcium it leaves stains on everything: that dull look on glasses. Anyway, mineral notwithstanding, the price is incredibly expensive. Assuming $60/100gal. Its a 40% saving over the average $100/gal. at the supermarket. Assuming your water is not too bad. Which mine (CA) is, so I doubt I'd get the full 100 gal. before its time change the filter.
Thanks glad you found it helpful! You are absolutely correct, we get the majority of the minerals our bodies need from our diet, assuming it's balanced and healthy. Filtering your own water at home is most often always more cost effective than buying bottles from the store!
Can you make a video showing us the water filters that rich people use? I'm thinking that millionaires and billionaires must have the best water filter systems in the world since they can afford it. I'd like to know how wealthy people filter their water and if I could possibly adopt some of their water habits if I can afford it.
I really hope they open a warehouse in Canada- shipping currently is $44 USD for purchases over 149 and $20 for purchases under. Which is a lot- especially with the conversion rate!
Yah wow I didn't realize that! Also considering that you'll have to be buying replacement filters to be sent as well. I'll pass this info along to the folks at Clearly Filtered and let them know their Canadian customers need some help!
Thank you for the research! I only had seen one other video about the Berkey water filter but i know your dedicated to clean drinking water. I just bought my pitcher! Thanks brother!
Hi - Thanks for the videos. I'm always mildy suspicious when an affiliate link is involved - Will you be doing a before and after lab test on the Clearly Filtered pitcher?
Hi Brian, can you do a comparison of Clearly Filtered against Epic Water's pitcher? I heard that Epic may be better at restoring the water's Calcium and Magnesium content, although Clearly Filtered filters are said to last longer (and may be therefore more economical in the long run).
Sure thing! We are actually currently working on a big pitcher filter comparison project, so stay tuned! That said, neither of the CF nor Epic is capable of reducing calcium or magnesium, and neither claims to add these minerals to the filtered water either. So the assumption is that levels of these minerals would remain relatively the same both before and after filtration. But we'll have some hard data on that for your soon
@@GLsJAwtomatica We all are worth conspiring against when the goal is to get the world population down to 500 million. Wake up and smell the Georgia guidestones
@@GLsJAwtomatica I mean he’s not saying there conspiring against him, he’s saying there putting things in the water to keep the entire population easier to keep under control. It doesn’t come from his thoughts about his own self importance. Mostly just a lack of trust of the people in power.
Great question! It really depends on what contaminants are present that need to be removed. But overall, the best pitchers for well water we've come across are: 1) This clearly filtered mentioned in the video bit.ly/3KOZpgN (clearlyfiltered.com) 2) Epic Nano bit.ly/3fFp28G (epicwaterfilters.com) 3) Lifestraw Home lifestraw.xyibsh.net/QOkqeo (lifestraw.com)
FYI, the Pitcher Filter style...will filter out the most contaminates compared to the other filters offered by ClearlyFiltered, so something to consider before you make your choice...I was going to get the under the sink filter but I prefer having one that filters out the most junk
You might want to consider a reverse osmosis system, as these units provide the most thorough filtration! waterfilterguru.com/best-reverse-osmosis-system-reviews/
@@waterfilterguru Do they? I have a SimPure Y7P-BW, and it will take 440ppm tap water down to about 37ppm, which is a 91% reduction, while the claim >98.64%.
@@lxc3909 Yes, RO and distillation are the two best methods for purifying water. Keep in mind every water situation is different, so system performance will vary depending on the source water being filtered
Brian I am a travel nurse and would like a water filter I had been considering the Berkeley Travel model - as I had one in Peace Corp. I had a little sticker shock and then saw your review. I like the idea of gravity filtration, but am confused. I saw the Dalton has silver in its filter candles to reduce bacterial growth. I drink a gallon a day and cook with filtered water. The reverse osmosis Rkin looked interesting but I’d worry about moving it so often. I am worried about micro plastics, heavy metals, pesticides etc.
A purification system, like a countertop RO, would be your best bet for the highest rate of broad contaminant reduction. Have you looked at the Aquatru? bit.ly/3w7nsB5
@@waterfilterguru Your video on that one system was my first exposure to countertop ro. If I move from assignment to assignment every 13 weeks- how sturdy are these systems?
@@dianeemanuel8541 Sturdy! Of course you need to be careful moving them around, but they should hold up if you are careful. The AquaTru is significantly smaller and more portable than the RKIN U1 which is pretty big and bulky
@@waterfilterguru one more question. I went to the sire for AquaTru -do the carafe and the countertop models differ other than size? Purification wise?
@@waterfilterguru Will Do! I currently use zero then tried lifestraw pitcher but didn't like it. Zero water tastes "heavy". I like more light and crisp tasting water.
@@waterfilterguru so I got my pitcher and I'm happy with it. My only complaint is that the plastic flap that goes over the spout is not flush with the spout. It leaves a small gap which bothers me. It makes me think my pitcher itself is defective. I'm afraid something will go into the gap.
@@Mixedmacnuts The lid to the spout should fit flush, I just checked mine and confirmed it. Sounds like you got one with a defect. Here is the page for Warranty info, they will replace it for free: www.clearlyfiltered.com/pages/warranty-policy
@@waterfilterguru Thank you so much for your reply and help. I will use the warranty. I looked at the gap again and it's quite noticeable. I wish I could send you a photo to see.
Thank you! You could check to see if ZeroWater is available in Europe. It also performed well in our testing, however it didn't do great with disinfection byproducts. You could see if Epic Water Filters sells in Europe, their Pure pitcher also performed well.
It's already on the list! We'll be doing a massive performance comparison between 12 or so of the most popular pitchers out there. Make sure you're subscribed so you get a notification when we upload that video: www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1
Is there a pitcher that filters the same that is glass and not plastic? I know it's BPA and BPS free but that doesn't mean it doesn't leech out microplastics. I was going to buy the Berkey for my small condo but then watched your Berkey review and now I'm so confused what to buy that's best for a small space but also not plastic. Thanks!
Thanks for the suggestion! We are actually in the middle of putting together a massive water filter testing project, so I'll be sure to include the Pro One in with all the rest! Make sure you're subscribed so you get notified when that video gets uploaded, its going to be a good one! www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1
The plastic is Tritan, which is NSF certified for materials safety: info.nsf.org/Certified/Food/Listings.asp?Company=79030&Standard=051 But I agree, I wish they had a glass pitcher option!
Every time I see one of these tests on different filters, the results are different. Zero water has a 3 month replacement filter but they are all ridiculously priced as far as I'm concerned.
It makes sense that different folks who test filters at home will have different results. Every water situation is different, and nothing is static, so it's expected to see different testing results from different folks!
CF is made of a higher quality Tritan plastic, and the filters have been tested to remove more contaminants. That said, if you are trying to filter untreated surface water, the Epic Nano would be a better option
As was mentioned in the video it's made of Tritan plastic, which has been tested against multiple standards and certified by the NSF for safety. Not all plastic is created equal, and so it's important to know what a product is made from in order to be sure it won't leech into your water. Here are some supporting documents if you want to learn more about why Tritan plastic is safe to use with food and water: NSF certification: info.nsf.org/Certified/Food/Listings.asp?Company=79030&Standard=051 Tritan safety 3rd party test results: www.eastman.com/Literature_Center/T/TRS274.pdf More info on how testing was done: www.eastman.com/Literature_Center/S/SPMBS6158.pdf Fact sheet on Tritan product safety: www.eastman.com/Markets/Tritan_Safe/Media_Room/Pages/Fact_Sheet.aspx
@@waterfilterguru BPA plastics were considered safe at one time as well. We use plastics and then discover their dangers years down the road. No one knows if Tritan will be safe long term. I would buy this system if they used glass for the pitcher and if I knew the filters were made in the USA.
@@anete3517 Fair enough concerns. I can confirm the filters are manufactured in the US, and I will pass along your feedback about a glass pitcher to my contact at the company. Hopefully they'll provide this option in the future!
It does not have a filter change indicator, unfortunately. You'd have to set a recurring calendar reminder on your phone. Additionally you'll know its time to replace the filters when the rate of filtration significantly drops, indicating the filter has reached its capacity.
what are your thoughts on how this compares to aquatru? I had an aquatru but because I stored in improperly the company suggested I get a new one in case off mold growth. I have a teeny kitchen so considering purchasing this one instead. Would you say the aquatru lab results are much better than this one? Any other comparison. Really appreciate these videos. thanks so much
Great question! The AquaTru has a reverse osmosis stage, so will most likely provide a more thorough filtration. However we haven't yet put these two products up to the test against each other, so I don't have any hard data for you. Just because it hasn't been tested to reduce as many contaminants as the CF pitcher doesn't mean that its not still removing them. RO is one of the most thorough methods of filtration, so if you are looking to get rid of everything in your water RO is the way to go. Keep in mind that because it's so thorough, it will remove the health minerals too. You may want to consider remineralizing the purified AquaTru water: waterfilterguru.com/how-to-remineralize-reverse-osmosis-water/
@@waterfilterguruthanks for this response, I’d love to see the same comparison video- Clearly Filters VS. AquaTru. The thing no one mentions though about an RO system is that if the water is off, or power goes out you’re out of luck for clean water! 😮
We've not yet done our own lab testing with the GE - RPWFE, but it is certified by IAPMO for the reduction of a number of contamiannts: pld.iapmo.org/file_info.asp?file_no=0011362 pld.iapmo.org/file_info.asp?file_no=0009755 pld.iapmo.org/file_info.asp?file_no=0009756 pld.iapmo.org/file_info.asp?file_no=0009758 pld.iapmo.org/file_info.asp?file_no=0009975
What does it mean not being NSF certified? I usually drink Pellegrino. I just will need to it to make my am coffee and occasional tea at night. I dont think I'll be needing to change filter every 4 months. I am looking to buy a filter water pitcher, so please let me know of any other brands I should consider. Thank you for the video.
Not being certified just means the system has not gone through rigorous independent testing to verify claims made by the manufacturer. Since this video was published, Clearly Filtered have obtianed WQA certification to NSF standards: 42 (chlorine taste & odor) find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/1?keyword=clearly+filtered 58 (PFOA and PFOS) find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/3?keyword=clearly+filtered 372 (lead free materials) find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/29?keyword=clearly+filtered This is hands down the best pitcher currently available on the market
PEOPLE please do priming more than twice, at least 6 times and let a full gallon be filtered first, in my first experience i did priming two and half times and after adding the first full gallon of water and drinking it, it tasted horrible, worse than tap after the second gallon the water started to taste way better SO PLEASE do priming as many time as possible at least 6 and let a gallon of water be filtered without drinking, Hope this helps everyone
hi, thanks for this. just subsribed ! do you have any testing videos on shower filters? or any recommendations on shower filters for hard water. I live in california and definitely notice the differences when traveling.
Great video. What do you recommend for travel to Africa west coast extended stays. I take a grayl for portable. But also need a pitcher to fill from tap. I could even go for a larger set up if necessary. Price is not a concern. I just want the best option.
I was going to mention the Grayl bottle! You could consider the Sawyer tap water filter geni.us/Norood but this only targets microorganisms. You could bring that and then filter through a pitcher like the Clearly Filtered geni.us/VsUZHW1 which will target organic and inorganic chemicals
@@waterfilterguru great. I just saw the reply. Thank you so much. I will check this option out as a tag team scenario. I just shared your link with some friends of mine who are off grid in Togo, west Africa as well.
@@waterfilterguru hi. I Just ordered the clearly pitcher off your link. Gave me 10% discount so that’s good. Thanks ! Do you think I could boil the water first from tap to kill microorganisms ? Let it cool then put in clearly filter ? Or better to use the sawyer add on to sink faucet then just put in clearly pitcher? For more volume water. I have a cheap brita filter for a pre scrub before going to clearly pitcher. Also, I Can use the grayl for when I’m on the road for quick microorganism , organic and inorganic purification when hiking. I think the grayl as a stand-alone is ok and doesn’t need secondary clearly pitcher filtration ? Or I could always boil on a campfire and then use grayl as boiled water cools as extra protection.
@@propertymanager8162 best to always disinfect the water first, if you can. As you mentioned, you could also use the Sawyer Tap filtration system to address microorganisms as well. The Grayl can be used standalone, but if you pre-filter it will serve to extend the filter lifespan
@waterfilterguru have you tested the epic water pitchers? I ordered one and it comes with a letter to say their filters will not lower TDS, which I found suspicious. I looked at their results for Aluminium content and they had 202ug/l for the influent water and 47ug/l for the filtered water. Is it possible they are using an influent water with high aluminium in order to make the results look better? I would be interested to know if the water samle doesn't contain any aluminium what Epic Water Filters leaves behind in the water.
We have not lab tested the Epic filters yet, but will be in one of the next projects we'll be working on. A disclaimer to inform the purchaser the system is not capable of reducing TDS isn't really a red flag to me. Most filters can't reduce TDS, and there is a common misconception that a TDS reading alone tells you if water is healthy or not (it doesn't). Stay tuned for our test results!
Check out our ProOne test here ruclips.net/video/5h87z2rA6Og/видео.html we tested the stainless steel unit, but it's the exact same filter technology used in the pitcher, just a smaller cartridge
Great vid! & what about nanoplastics? You mentioned microplastics, but why is the pitcher made of plastic? I'm considering purchasing the filters and rigging it up plastic free. Unless anyone has any better ideas?
It's a concern with any system that has plastic components that come into contact with water. I've got it on my list to test a few to see if any are actually increasing micro and nanoplastic (MNP) concentrations. Have you considered distillation to reduce MNPs?
That’d be a lovely video- TIA! (notifications on) I went ahead and bought this pitcher & a gallon glass dispenser. I would distill, but I LOVE the taste of the minerals. I’m looking to turn tap to spring. If we can’t get rid of the forever chemicals, I would lean towards a distill & remineralize system.
Thanks for the quick response. I am just beginning to research these things. My wife tried a ZERO at a friend's home and loved it, but I am reading too many negative comments about them. It's just the two of us in a small home with "messy" Municipal water. This might be the way to go. I am going to explore the Brita next- Thanks.
Happy to help, let me know if you have any other questions. Have you had your water tested by a certified lab? Do you know what contaminants are present that need to be addressed?
Hey man, I've been drinking garbage water for most of my life. I'm just about to place my order for this filter. My question is: Can I recover from any damage I've gotten from terrible water or is it permanent? Thanks for the video.
The body is a healing machine. It's natural state is good health; it's always working to return to that regardless of short-term or long-term contrary influences. Heal away!!!!
Dear Brian! What do you think about the LARQ Pitcher PureVis and its Advanced filter? Is it a good alternative for the Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher? I'm asking because the Clearly Filtered is currently unavailable, and I think they do not ship to the EU. Thanks, Martin
Hey Martin, we have not yet looked into or tested the Larq line of products. The closest runner up to the CF pitcher we've found is the Epic Water Filters Pure pitcher. But keep in mind, it all depends on what contaminants are present in your water. A more simple system might work just fine. You can see all our current top picks here: waterfilterguru.com/best-water-filter-pitcher-reviews/
I'm trying to decide between this pitcher filter and 3 stage system by the same company. Seems like the pitcher filters out over 100 more contaminants than the 3 stage. Which do you recommend for a single person home?
It's the same technology used in both systems (to my knowledge). The advantage of the under the sink system is that you get filtered water on demand, whereas with the pitcher you have to wait for gravity to do its job. Plus you'll have to be refilling the pitcher often, but for just one person it wouldn't be that bad.
Love your videos! You often do third party testing to compare what the before and after water looks like- wondering why you didn’t do that for this pitcher if you feel it is the “best”. How do we know the lab test on their website is accurate? (Thinking about how, for example, Berkey’s claims vs your tests were quite different) Would be appreciated if you could do that for this filter! And also a test for microplastics
I live in an apartment and i have a very small fridge. I wanted to get a faucet filter and was looking at pur. Can you lab test a few faucet filters to see what's good?
Liked your video & will likely purchase based on your info. I got a Zero Water pitcher & filter and it must be defective. The water overflows the filter, etc. Waste of time & money. The product in your video seems like a good investment. Thanks.
It's hard to say without any specific data. That said, if you pre-filter with a cheaper filter (like Brita basic), that should remove some % of the contaminants present, effectively saving capacity and increasing the lifespan of the more advanced Clearly Filtered filter 😉
Regarding sodium from softened water: Do you know if this will cause the filter to fail or ruin the taste? The water softener salesman says that there will actually be very little sodium pass through the filter. RO is very acidic for me and hurts my stomach and so not sure on the alkaline stuff .. don't want to over do that either. Reply
None of the media in the system is capable of reducing sodium, so we can assume any excess sodium in the softened water would pass through into the filtered water when filtered. Here is what the manufacturer says "When our filters are used in conjunction with a water softener system, there may be a change in water taste. Additionally, a water softener may tax the filter more than usual, so we suggest changing the filter one month earlier than you'd normally change it."
Great suggestion! I'll add it to our list. We're putting together a massive project where we are going to lab test a number of the top water filter pitchers against each other. Make sure you're subscribed so you get notified when that video gets uploaded! www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1
🔥 Check out the Clearly Filtered pitcher here ➡ geni.us/h4CX
Checked the Amazon link and $768 - something wrong here. Was $100 at Clearly
I have used Clearly Filtered for about 10 years, they are well worth the cost. I have found that the best way to extend the life of the filter is to PRE-FILTER the water, using either a fridge system or Brita, something along those lines. In my experience, pre-filtering will make the filter drain quicker and it will seemingly last much longer and retain a clean taste much longer. Britas filters are cheap to replace, they take a lot of the bigger particulate out before it heads into the Clearly Filtered system. Another tip, keep the filter in the fridge. Don't allow bacteria to thrive in the media or between the seals, don't leave it on the counter! Once it really starts to struggle with filtration, get a new one. Rarely has "flushing" the filter after it has slowed down helped to improve the flow. Overall, I really enjoy this filtration system!
Thanks for the great comment and tips! This is pure gold.
So what if we can't keep it in the fridge...we are gonna be drinking water that is filled with bacteria?
I use a three water pitcher filtered system. Water from my tap goes into the least expensive filter first. I have previously used Brita, Pur or Amazon for this initial step but currently use WaterDrop. The second filter is ZeroWater. The third and last water pitcher filter is Clearly Filtered.
My first filter is currently changed approximately every two months. The ZeroWater is changed approximately every 4 months. The Clearly Filtered is changed around 10 months. I have tested my water through the state government, the Federal EPA, the State University and a few other academia labs for free. I have also sent the same water to private companies for comparison only to find the free ones were just as accurate.
My three step system works well and saves money through the use of a cheap initial filter to extend the lives of the other two.
Note that no bacteria, microbes, pathogens, contagions, mold/mildew/fungal growth were found in the third filter even after ten months.
This may not work for everyone and may be overkill, but it works for my household.
Thanks for sharing! This is a solid strategy to extend the life of the more expensive, through filter elements! Just curious, do you clean each pitcher on a weekly basis? That could be cause for the bacteria detection. Or, because you are going so long without changing the filter because it's lifespan is extended, there could be bacteria growing in the filter element itself. Just a couple thoughts
@@waterfilterguru The third pitcher has not showed any bacterial, fungus or microbes at the ten month mark which is the longest I have ever gone before cleaning and changing the third pitcher’s filter. I clean all pitchers when changing a filter.
Eventually, airborne microbes or spores would contaminate any pitcher.
I was thinking of this as well. If starting with Berkey first, will the Clearly remove the reported aluminium?
Do you need to remineralize the water?
Why not just get a counter top reverse osmosis system? Like a waterdrop K19? Saves money and time for the same or more purity than three pitchers
Been using this filter for years and it's amazing how crystal clear the water looks after being filled with our well water.
Thanks for sharing your experience! I use it daily too
Have you done testing to make sure water is clean/ purified?
@@lachele7099 There is an issue with our well water having a higher bacteria count. Which I'm pretty sure no filter will get rid of without a UV-A light. I am familiar with using them both from my last job and fish tanks. Could also add a drop of bleach which is a legit method per the Feds and I did that in the Army overseas in the 80s since I was the medic in charge of our tank of drinking water. You have to add so much per gallon per the chart/table.
We are about to buy this to filter our well water too. How often do you change your filter? I have heard some people say that well water doesn’t have to filter as much so each filter lasts a lot longer. I’m not sure how to tell when I need to replace the filter!
@@ckhanahan I would say this is driven by your level of safety/paranoia and your available funds. Replacements are quite pricey, unless on sale. They say every 3 months, but I think that is driven by their desire for making money more so that it actually being needed, so prob 6 months is fine but I have gone a year. Hard to remember to do it also. Invariably, putting a sticker on the container does not work because the writing becomes blurred. So you have to track it elsewhere on a calender, whether paper or electronic. Probably MORE important is the fact that mold builds up due to the moist environment in the top. So remove the filter and scrub the whole thing down now and then. Mechanical filtering aspect of it will merely clog if left in too long. The carbon I assume will just stop removing chems so that is the trickier part and driven by how much it needs to filter out , so I imagine each location would be unique.
So you stated the plastic is medical grade but is there a chance of it still leaching into water? Would it just be best to have a stainless or glass filtration system and if so which one would you recommend? Thanks for the hard work you are doing!
Good question.
As soon as my water is filtered I pour it back through the water filter a second time then into glass canning jars, I don't trust any plastic, either.
The Tritan plastic is NSF 61 certified for materials safety info.nsf.org/Certified/PwsComponents/Listings.asp?Company=C0040640&Standard=061
You can learn more about the NSF 61 certification here www.nsf.org/knowledge-library/nsf-ansi-standard-61-drinking-water-system-components-health-effects
Because the plastic is officially NSF certified to standard 61, you can be confident it will not be imparting additional impurities into the water.
@@waterfilterguru Wonder about how often to buy a new one as plastic can break down. Yearly? Every couple or few??? It's not crazy expensive.
@@mi2maui Not sure, but as its NSF certified I doubt it happens that quickly. But I don't know or have a definitive answer. This would be an interesting project to test! Thanks for the idea
Just did the math. For my family of 11 we would need about 14 filters/year and it would cost us $822/year! I can see this being a great deal for a single person or a family of 3 but a large family kinda gets the shaft, price-wise.
You're right, pitcher filters aren't the best choice for a large family. Have you considered a while home system, or under the sink system?
@@waterfilterguru What kind would you suggest?
@@waterfilterguru Good idea, if they are quality. I've thought about reverse osmoses. I calculate a gallon of filtered water is about 60¢ a gallon with the frequent filter replacements. Cheaper than distilled at the store. What about a heat distilling set up for large families? They are slow, I know, but maybe more economical?
@@BackyardRebel I'm pretty sure that ClearFiltered sells under the sink systems on their website
I'm making my own with bone char, but i understand this isnt an option for everybody + a huge pain in the ---
I just purchased this system but I am concerned about the fluoride removal. Have you tested it for aluminum like the Berky ? Unfortunately I've used the fluoride filters in the Berky for years. Thank you for your work , super helpful !!!
This is currently in the works - We are testing this CF pitcher against all the other top performing and most popular pitchers on the market. Stay tuned for that video!
@@waterfilterguru Great ...can't wait!!!
@@waterfilterguru It’s your #1 Most Highly recommended water filter and YOU haven’t even tested it???
@@mondaynightjam test results video will be up in the next few weeks!
Have your blood tested!
I would like to see a comparison of the Clearly Filtered up against two competitors. One: WaterDrop, and Two: SaganLife filters - any of their water purifiers. Thank you for this video.
You got it! We've got a massive project lined up to laboratory test & compare 15 of the most popular water filter pitchers including Clearly Filtered and Waterdrop.
Make sure you're subscribed to our channel so you get notified when that video is released: www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1
@@waterfilterguru done and done.
@K N Got the Larq with the filter cartridge on the list!
@@waterfilterguru Please include Brita long last filter(blue colored) instead of the standard brita filter.
@@vishwasjain5125 You got it! That's the one we are planning to test. They actually changed the name, its now called the Brita Elite
I've been using this pitcher for two years, and I still love it. It's a bit pricey, but you get what you pay for.
Thanks for sharing - you're exactly right
do you have issues with needing to stay on top of mold build-up, like JimD77 spoke of?
@@LWest-fm8ws No, I haven't. I change the filter every 3 months, as recommended. I wash the pitcher itself with a non toxic dish soap and have had no issues. My daughters also use them without issue. Hope this helps.
@@ShalomUSA Please, could u tell me the brand of ur non Toxic soap? Thnx!
I would consider buying this filter, thanks for the info!
Happy to help!
Thanks much for the video. 👍
1) With that 30-day 100% Satisfaction Guarantee, note that the buyer pays the return shipping. (@4:01 "Return shipping is the responsibility of the customer and will be deducted from your refund."
2) Seems to be a common misunderstanding that this Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher has a "lifetime warranty". It does not. According to the official website: "Clearly Filtered offers a limited lifetime warranty....This warranty does not include filters and expires after 24 months from the date of purchase for pitcher and bottles." Also, "For Inline Filters, like the UTS and Fridge Filter, this warranty expires after 18 months from the date of purchase and does not cover additional damage beyond the cost of the product." Verified this with a Customer Experience Agent.
Great comment, thanks for the additional clarification. Looks like some of the fine print has been changed since this video was published
Thank you for your honesty. Thorough, detailed, and to the point. Yes, I am buying one and will post the before and after lab results.
Thanks for watching! I'd love to see those before and after results, please follow up here to let us know! We'll be doing the same and publishing a video about it here soon!
do you have those results in?
@@crystalhuebner5713 yeah people wheres the results?
Still in the process of moving and selling home. Will followup.@@crystalhuebner5713
Literally buying this filter because of your review. Thank you!
Glad I could help!
I have heard that the problem with RO and the removal of beneficial minerals is not that they don't contain those minerals for you to consume, but rather that water without those minerals leaches them from your body.
This is one reason why it could be prudent to remineralize RO water, or purchase a system that includes a remineralization filter stage
whether it doesnt contain or it leaches its the same damn end result.
I do not buy into the mineral-leeching concern. Our bodies balance minerals quite well, so long as they are available, and food should be our best source of minerals. The bioavailability of minerals in water is questionable and complex. Modern research seems to indicate that chelated minerals are much more bioavailable, hence the power of eating organ meats. Water contains trace amounts, at best, of minerals we need much more of, which has to come from food anyway (or supplements). You can buy trace mineral drops to put in pure water, or use a sprinkle of Himalayan pink salt. Ancestral humans used plenty of rainfall water, which is not mineralized; it is Nature's distilled water.
@@Galaxy-Goatadding lemons or limes to the water would probably help in theory it should add some structure back to the water
Just add Trace Minerals (brand) or Selina Naturally Celtic Sea salt. Problem solved
I wish I could afford this but most people can’t. Strong suggestion: test these filters and pitchers at a variety of places. Tucson, AZ has some of the hardest (and awful tasting) water in the country. It gets it’s water from a giant ditch that goes from the Colorado River through Phoenix and eventually to Tucson.
Thanks for the suggestion!
Modern castle has tested Arizona tap water and the results were surprising
@@chefgav1 City water or well water?
@@sallyintucson city. Water had a putrid amount of nasties. Zero performed overall worse than brita
@@chefgav1 Brita does a lousy job on our water. Try Pur filters.
I have been using Clearly Filtered for quite a few years and really like it, just today purchased the new style picher you had in this video. I would like to see a Clearly Filtered vs Freedom water 5 comparison. It is hard to believe that their filter can filter 2000 gallons of water per filter safely, without massive bacteria buildup? What about a bacteria buildup comparison in both filters?
Thanks for your input and the suggestion! Yep, I am always skeptical when I see massive filter capacity claims like that. I love the idea to test filters at their claimed capacity - great idea!
I live primarily in a camper at RV parks while working. Water quality varies widely. Frequently disappointing, possibly dangerous. I have been using tabletop filters for years. Starting with PUR and moving to Zero water a couple years ago. With your recommendation I am going to look hard at Clearly Filtered next.
Let me know what you think, thanks for sharing!
You might consider testing the Lifestraw Home Pitcher. It claims to remove bacteria too, and it costs less, so it might make a good comparison to this Clearly Filtered pitcher.
Thanks for the request! We've got it on the list to test in am upcoming project 😃
Yes, I would be interested in this as well.
Life straw won’t remove anywhere near the contamination
@@chefgav1 As it turns out, I bought one. Tried it and returned it. Filtration was painfully slow and the capacity was so small as to be impractical (the pitcher would never actually fill; once the water level got a bit above the bottom of the cartridge, it would quit). A piece of junk IMO.
I have to stop buying bottled water. I worry about micro plastics and other bad junk. I've had to get rid of all plastic and toxins in my house and food due to my disease. This is the last step. Our source water grosses me out. It's a lake that people boat in, throw trash in, and a couple dead bodies were found from drowning. I've been researching and everything points to this filter. You gave me a few more insights into this pitcher that helped a great deal.
Agreed! Bottled water is a huge unnecessary expense, much better to filter your own water at home! Thanks for your comment and I'm glad you found the video insightful
Stoked - Time to return the Berkey I just bought....and Im gonna buy this one. Thanks for the detailed report and he discount code.
Glad to help out! I love my CF pitcher. We're also working on putting together a massive project test test all the best and most popular pitchers against one another!
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Hello! I was thinking about buying the Berkey water filter system. I want to know if you guys recommend it or if there is something better. I am looking to spend about $350-400. We are on city water now, but I will be on well water next year. I appreciate your advice.
It all depends on the contaminants present in the source water being filtered. There is no 'one size fits all' solution. Have you had the water tested? Do you know what contaminants are present?
What works for city water now most likely won't be the same solution for well water in the future. This is why testing first to understand what contaminants are present is so important.
Great video.. I'm currently trying to decide between clearly filtered and aqua tru. I love that Clearly Filtered is made in the USA.
Glad it was helpful! It really depends on your specific water situation, if you have contaminants present that are best removed by RO, then AquaTru is the way to go. If not, CF is a solid choice
@@waterfilterguru Thank you!
@@christina9841 My pleasure!
I have both. I definitely recommend aquatru over clearly
Filtered. We purchased two clearly units filters/pitcher over six months and can definitely see a reduction in quality. The second pitcher kept leaking from the same location and the replacement filter for the first unit couldn’t be activated. Clearly Filter customer service insists on customers troubleshooting with parts over a course of several weeks with gaskets and removing the filter and reattaching it. Return shipping is the responsibility of customer even if the unit is defective. Water from the second unit doesn’t even taste the same as the first unit. Not sure what’s going on here but the quality and the consistency is definitely degrading.
Today 8/1/23 I called CF and they told me that the Pitchers are MADE IN MEXICO. I'm not sure where the filters are made.
The Pitchers are Assembled in the USA. This isn't a complex car with a computer system; allegedly the lid is 2 components and the pitcher makes 3 pieces to assemble.
I guess CF likes to claim assembled in the US, instead of allowing them to do this EASY TASK in Mexico. A 3 year old kid can probably assemble it.
I'm okay helping a fellow human eat, I'm just glad to know it's made here on Earth and I am helping the World economy, even if my preference is the USA. At least it's made in North America!
I called CF because they're sold out of pitchers, THEY have FILTERS but no Mexican made pitchers. They told me they have no idea when they'll be restocked. This includes their website and the Amazon store that they also run, NO 3rd party sellers.
I asked her if it might be 3 days or 30 months, and I was told she had no idea when they'd be restocked.
Terrific video. I have been using the Aquagear pitcher for a number of years and have been very satisfied with it, especially now that it filters out forever chemicals and microplastics. I wonder how it compares with the Clearly Filtered pitcher. I would love if you could compare the 2 head to head.
Hey Thanks for your comment and request! This is a great idea to compare the two. Did you see our Clearly Filtered test video that was just uploaded? ruclips.net/video/Ki33mbA2jPM/видео.html
Okay...I bought one today based on this information...and I'm a water freek (I'll put my Berkey away and my Zerowater too.
🙌 for water freaks unite! Check out this video, you might find it interesting too ruclips.net/video/AVZmZwTxnMc/видео.html
ZeroWater lab test video is published! ruclips.net/video/Ud45hxCFQyM/видео.html
I bought the Clearly filtered, how does it compare to the Patriot filter Pitcher?
We've not tested or done any research into the Patriot filter pitcher, so I cannot provide any comparison insight at this point.
That being said we are putting together a massive project to test the most popular water filter pitchers against one another, Clearly Filtered will be included. Make sure you're subscribed so you get notified when that videos is uploaded! www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1
I just bought a zero water pitcher from another review on RUclips saying it was the best. So confusing. I'm not concerned about minerals, get enough in my food and supplements. Thanks for your channel.
I’ve had one for years. Did you get the testing device with it? I have faith in the testing device...
The TDS meter that comes with ZeroWater products does not indicate if water is healthy or not. This is a common misconception, so we made a video to help clear things up: ruclips.net/video/yHvdYWXiVzI/видео.html
We'll be testing ZeroWater in an upcoming project to see how well they perform!
@@waterfilterguru they seem to put out clean water but the pitcher molds easily.
@@tracy2762 it’s actually algae. It gets it from direct sunlight just like an aquarium.
I have a Culligan water softener, and a reverse osmosis system. I also use a standard Brita. Am I good???
Hard to say without seeing data about your specific water situation. The water softener is working to protect your plumbing and appliances by eliminating hard water and limescale. The RO system is most likely providing solid contaminant reduction, most likely making the Brita redundant and unnecessary. But again, it all depends on what's in your water that needs to be treated
Does it remove fluoride?
Yes it does! Testing shows >99.5% reduction
I found I was drinking far too much water after getting the clearly filtered system. My doctor said I was coming down with some condition I really can’t remember the name of. Hyper something or other. When I started adding Redmond salt to my water, my drinking habits returned to normal and I was hydrating correctly.
Interesting, thanks for sharing. I'd be curious what else was going on and how the change could be directly correlated to the water you were drinking
Would love to see a comparion to Life Straw 10 cup, WaterDrop and Zero Water
You got it! I've got these three on the list for the massive water filter pitcher comparison project we've got lined up. Thanks for your comment Aaron, make sure you're subscribed so you get a notification when that video goes live www.youtube.com/@waterfilterguru?sub_confirmation=1
@@waterfilterguru is there a comparison with zero water. I hear so much great stuff about zero water and reasonable price.
@@main2333 Currently working on it!
@@waterfilterguru Thank you. Concerned about fluoride and forever chemicals
Does this filter remove THMs ? Great video, thanks.
Sure does! 99.8%
Thanks for your comment I'm glad you enjoyed the video
The lab performance sheet for the gravity-fed pitcher does not explicitly tell you if it was tested in a third-party lab...with berkey lying about their performance it would be great to have an actual certification. Also, the specs sheet for the pitcher under pesticides was "copied and pasted" incorrectly
The pitcher now does hold WQA certification to NSF standards
find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/1
find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/3
find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/29
I've also been strongly urging them to pursue additional standard 53 certification for more contaminants 😉
Thanks for the review!
You can get minerals such as calcium in your food, so do we really need it in your water? My water has so much calcium it leaves stains on everything: that dull look on glasses.
Anyway, mineral notwithstanding, the price is incredibly expensive. Assuming $60/100gal. Its a 40% saving over the average $100/gal. at the supermarket. Assuming your water is not too bad. Which mine (CA) is, so I doubt I'd get the full 100 gal. before its time change the filter.
Thanks glad you found it helpful! You are absolutely correct, we get the majority of the minerals our bodies need from our diet, assuming it's balanced and healthy.
Filtering your own water at home is most often always more cost effective than buying bottles from the store!
Can you make a video showing us the water filters that rich people use? I'm thinking that millionaires and billionaires must have the best water filter systems in the world since they can afford it. I'd like to know how wealthy people filter their water and if I could possibly adopt some of their water habits if I can afford it.
Really interesting idea, i love it. Thank you! We'll see how we can put it together
All your videos are so great in their information. Thank you so much Brian!
Thank you so much for the kind and comment, so glad you've found the videos helpful!
I really hope they open a warehouse in Canada- shipping currently is $44 USD for purchases over 149 and $20 for purchases under. Which is a lot- especially with the conversion rate!
Yah wow I didn't realize that! Also considering that you'll have to be buying replacement filters to be sent as well. I'll pass this info along to the folks at Clearly Filtered and let them know their Canadian customers need some help!
::: Wondered about that as well...
The joys of socialism. Canada does not provide these for free? Shocking.
Even if it gets here (Canada) it will be 5 times the cost anyway. Mandatory French labeling is also a barrier to entry.
Keep voting for trudeau...tax me, I'm Canadian...
Thank you for the research! I only had seen one other video about the Berkey water filter but i know your dedicated to clean drinking water. I just bought my pitcher! Thanks brother!
Thanks for watching and for the comment! Glad it was helpful
I would love to see the Santivia water filter tested
Thanks for the suggestion!
How does it compare to the Berkey black AND white filters?
We've had a few requests for this comparison, thanks for adding yours in as well! We've got this on the project list
Hi - Thanks for the videos. I'm always mildy suspicious when an affiliate link is involved - Will you be doing a before and after lab test on the Clearly Filtered pitcher?
Yes we will! Currently working on another project, but pitchers will be next
Clearly Filtered pitcher test video is up! ruclips.net/video/Ki33mbA2jPM/видео.html
Hi Brian, can you do a comparison of Clearly Filtered against Epic Water's pitcher? I heard that Epic may be better at restoring the water's Calcium and Magnesium content, although Clearly Filtered filters are said to last longer (and may be therefore more economical in the long run).
Sure thing! We are actually currently working on a big pitcher filter comparison project, so stay tuned!
That said, neither of the CF nor Epic is capable of reducing calcium or magnesium, and neither claims to add these minerals to the filtered water either. So the assumption is that levels of these minerals would remain relatively the same both before and after filtration. But we'll have some hard data on that for your soon
My concern now adays would be the evil elites ruling have and are doing to our water, food
That's why testing your water is so important! So you can find out exactly what you're dealing with
Delusions of grandeur much? You can relax I promise you're not worth conspiring against
Blame the government and FDA for not doing their job. Rules and regulations must be set at high
@@GLsJAwtomatica We all are worth conspiring against when the goal is to get the world population down to 500 million. Wake up and smell the Georgia guidestones
@@GLsJAwtomatica I mean he’s not saying there conspiring against him, he’s saying there putting things in the water to keep the entire population easier to keep under control. It doesn’t come from his thoughts about his own self importance. Mostly just a lack of trust of the people in power.
Have you ever tested Santevia?
Not yet, but we are working on a massive water filter test project and will be sure to include this one in the lineup!
What about a plastic free filter?
Check out this article! waterfilterguru.com/best-glass-water-filter-pitcher/
which pitcher brands would you recommend for shallow well water? Thanks
Great question! It really depends on what contaminants are present that need to be removed. But overall, the best pitchers for well water we've come across are:
1) This clearly filtered mentioned in the video bit.ly/3KOZpgN (clearlyfiltered.com)
2) Epic Nano bit.ly/3fFp28G (epicwaterfilters.com)
3) Lifestraw Home lifestraw.xyibsh.net/QOkqeo (lifestraw.com)
I love this pitcher, the taste difference is huge, no more disgusting water that taste chlorine and fluoride
Right on! 🤙
FYI, the Pitcher Filter style...will filter out the most contaminates compared to the other filters offered by ClearlyFiltered, so something to consider before you make your choice...I was going to get the under the sink filter but I prefer having one that filters out the most junk
You might want to consider a reverse osmosis system, as these units provide the most thorough filtration! waterfilterguru.com/best-reverse-osmosis-system-reviews/
@@waterfilterguru Do they? I have a SimPure Y7P-BW, and it will take 440ppm tap water down to about 37ppm, which is a 91% reduction, while the claim >98.64%.
@@lxc3909 Yes, RO and distillation are the two best methods for purifying water. Keep in mind every water situation is different, so system performance will vary depending on the source water being filtered
Brian
I am a travel nurse and would like a water filter I had been considering the Berkeley Travel model - as I had one in Peace Corp. I had a little sticker shock and then saw your review.
I like the idea of gravity filtration, but am confused. I saw the Dalton has silver in its filter candles to reduce bacterial growth.
I drink a gallon a day and cook with filtered water.
The reverse osmosis Rkin looked interesting but I’d worry about moving it so often.
I am worried about micro plastics, heavy metals, pesticides etc.
A purification system, like a countertop RO, would be your best bet for the highest rate of broad contaminant reduction. Have you looked at the Aquatru? bit.ly/3w7nsB5
@@waterfilterguru
Your video on that one system was my first exposure to countertop ro.
If I move from assignment to assignment every 13 weeks- how sturdy are these systems?
@@dianeemanuel8541 Sturdy! Of course you need to be careful moving them around, but they should hold up if you are careful. The AquaTru is significantly smaller and more portable than the RKIN U1 which is pretty big and bulky
@@waterfilterguru thank you.
@@waterfilterguru one more question. I went to the sire for AquaTru -do the carafe and the countertop models differ other than size? Purification wise?
Just ordered mine thanks for the discount code😁
Let me know how you like it!
@@waterfilterguru Will Do! I currently use zero then tried lifestraw pitcher but didn't like it. Zero water tastes "heavy". I like more light and crisp tasting water.
@@waterfilterguru so I got my pitcher and I'm happy with it. My only complaint is that the plastic flap that goes over the spout is not flush with the spout. It leaves a small gap which bothers me. It makes me think my pitcher itself is defective. I'm afraid something will go into the gap.
@@Mixedmacnuts The lid to the spout should fit flush, I just checked mine and confirmed it. Sounds like you got one with a defect. Here is the page for Warranty info, they will replace it for free: www.clearlyfiltered.com/pages/warranty-policy
@@waterfilterguru Thank you so much for your reply and help. I will use the warranty. I looked at the gap again and it's quite noticeable. I wish I could send you a photo to see.
Thanks. This is SO helpful. Would love to buy the Clearly Filter it but it's not available in Europe. Is there an alternative you'd suggest.
Thank you! You could check to see if ZeroWater is available in Europe. It also performed well in our testing, however it didn't do great with disinfection byproducts. You could see if Epic Water Filters sells in Europe, their Pure pitcher also performed well.
Thank you! You're a star. Will check both out. @@waterfilterguru
Would love to see a comparison with the epic pure water pitcher
It's already on the list!
We'll be doing a massive performance comparison between 12 or so of the most popular pitchers out there.
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Is there a pitcher that filters the same that is glass and not plastic? I know it's BPA and BPS free but that doesn't mean it doesn't leech out microplastics. I was going to buy the Berkey for my small condo but then watched your Berkey review and now I'm so confused what to buy that's best for a small space but also not plastic.
Thanks!
Not that I know of. The best glass pitcher I've come accross is the Lifestraw home lifestraw.xyibsh.net/QOkqeo
@@waterfilterguru do you have a video of the results??
@@dianasmiciklas3613 no video yet, but check out our review here waterfilterguru.com/best-glass-water-filter-pitcher/#lifestraw
Can you do a tap score water test on the clearly filtered to see if their claims are true and they in fact remove flouride?
Already in the works! Thanks for the suggestion
@@waterfilterguru eight months later… Does clearly filtered pitcher remove fluoride?
@@LWest-fm8ws Real life happened... this is the next project we'll be working on
Sorry it took so long - Clearly Filtered pitcher test video is up! ruclips.net/video/Ki33mbA2jPM/видео.html
I own the Pro One & would love for you to review it, so that I know how it compares to the other ones you reviewed.
Thanks for the suggestion! We are actually in the middle of putting together a massive water filter testing project, so I'll be sure to include the Pro One in with all the rest!
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Not bad. I wish it wasn’t plastic though. We really need to start thinking plastic free with our water.
The plastic is Tritan, which is NSF certified for materials safety: info.nsf.org/Certified/Food/Listings.asp?Company=79030&Standard=051
But I agree, I wish they had a glass pitcher option!
Can you test it and compare the results to a Berkey, with and without the Berkey fluoride filter.
Yes we can! We've already got this on the to-do list ;)
Every time I see one of these tests on different filters, the results are different. Zero water has a 3 month replacement filter but they are all ridiculously priced as far as I'm concerned.
It makes sense that different folks who test filters at home will have different results. Every water situation is different, and nothing is static, so it's expected to see different testing results from different folks!
How convenient
CF actually leeches more contaminates into county water. It's literally more dirty AFTER being filtered
@@pierreclifton1865pretty true. Moderncastle results were different to others results which were tested in a lab
great videos! learned a lot from the berkey one you did. how would this Clearly Filtered pitcher compare to the Epic filter pitcher?
CF is made of a higher quality Tritan plastic, and the filters have been tested to remove more contaminants. That said, if you are trying to filter untreated surface water, the Epic Nano would be a better option
Epic Pure pitcher test is live! ruclips.net/video/FwBiAHNoIxk/видео.html
filtering out plastic from water
in a plastic container
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As was mentioned in the video it's made of Tritan plastic, which has been tested against multiple standards and certified by the NSF for safety. Not all plastic is created equal, and so it's important to know what a product is made from in order to be sure it won't leech into your water.
Here are some supporting documents if you want to learn more about why Tritan plastic is safe to use with food and water:
NSF certification: info.nsf.org/Certified/Food/Listings.asp?Company=79030&Standard=051
Tritan safety 3rd party test results: www.eastman.com/Literature_Center/T/TRS274.pdf
More info on how testing was done: www.eastman.com/Literature_Center/S/SPMBS6158.pdf
Fact sheet on Tritan product safety: www.eastman.com/Markets/Tritan_Safe/Media_Room/Pages/Fact_Sheet.aspx
@@waterfilterguru BPA plastics were considered safe at one time as well. We use plastics and then discover their dangers years down the road. No one knows if Tritan will be safe long term. I would buy this system if they used glass for the pitcher and if I knew the filters were made in the USA.
@@anete3517 Fair enough concerns. I can confirm the filters are manufactured in the US, and I will pass along your feedback about a glass pitcher to my contact at the company. Hopefully they'll provide this option in the future!
Did you compare this with ProOne?
We've not yet done a direct comparison between the two
Does it tell you when to change the filter?
It does not have a filter change indicator, unfortunately. You'd have to set a recurring calendar reminder on your phone.
Additionally you'll know its time to replace the filters when the rate of filtration significantly drops, indicating the filter has reached its capacity.
Great information! Thank you for your valuable research; all your posts are so very helpful!
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching
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what are your thoughts on how this compares to aquatru? I had an aquatru but because I stored in improperly the company suggested I get a new one in case off mold growth. I have a teeny kitchen so considering purchasing this one instead. Would you say the aquatru lab results are much better than this one? Any other comparison. Really appreciate these videos. thanks so much
Great question! The AquaTru has a reverse osmosis stage, so will most likely provide a more thorough filtration. However we haven't yet put these two products up to the test against each other, so I don't have any hard data for you.
Just because it hasn't been tested to reduce as many contaminants as the CF pitcher doesn't mean that its not still removing them. RO is one of the most thorough methods of filtration, so if you are looking to get rid of everything in your water RO is the way to go.
Keep in mind that because it's so thorough, it will remove the health minerals too. You may want to consider remineralizing the purified AquaTru water: waterfilterguru.com/how-to-remineralize-reverse-osmosis-water/
@@waterfilterguruthanks for this response, I’d love to see the same comparison video- Clearly Filters VS. AquaTru. The thing no one mentions though about an RO system is that if the water is off, or power goes out you’re out of luck for clean water! 😮
@@stac1savage Great call out! You're absolutely right - gravity-fed systems are preferable for emergency preparedness
Im just finding this channel. Great presentation. have you tested the Waterdrop Alkaline Electric Water Filter Pitcher, Dispenser
Thanks for the feedback! We've not yet tested that Waterdrop product you mentioned
I just ordered this pitcher. I am wondering how often the priming bag needs to be replaced?
The priming bag shouldn't need to be replaced often or ever really
@@waterfilterguru Thanks
Sychelle Water Filters. How do you rate it?
We've not yet tested any Seychelle filters
Thank you! Very happy to find your channel! Subscribed! Please keep up the important work❤
Thank you! Will do!
have you done a study on the GE - RPWFE which I use in my refrigerator? And if it isn't great what can I use instead within the refrigerator?
We've not yet done our own lab testing with the GE - RPWFE, but it is certified by IAPMO for the reduction of a number of contamiannts:
pld.iapmo.org/file_info.asp?file_no=0011362
pld.iapmo.org/file_info.asp?file_no=0009755
pld.iapmo.org/file_info.asp?file_no=0009756
pld.iapmo.org/file_info.asp?file_no=0009758
pld.iapmo.org/file_info.asp?file_no=0009975
Would you be able to compare to the therasage water filter?
I'll add it to our list to look into - thanks for the request!
Thanks so much - love learning about what different products do.
Thanks for watching!
What does it mean not being NSF certified? I usually drink Pellegrino. I just will need to it to make my am coffee and occasional tea at night. I dont think I'll be needing to change filter every 4 months. I am looking to buy a filter water pitcher, so please let me know of any other brands I should consider. Thank you for the video.
Not being certified just means the system has not gone through rigorous independent testing to verify claims made by the manufacturer. Since this video was published, Clearly Filtered have obtianed WQA certification to NSF standards:
42 (chlorine taste & odor) find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/1?keyword=clearly+filtered
58 (PFOA and PFOS) find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/3?keyword=clearly+filtered
372 (lead free materials) find.wqa.org/find-products/ctl/detail/mid/1054/cid/clearly_filtered_inc/sid/29?keyword=clearly+filtered
This is hands down the best pitcher currently available on the market
PEOPLE please do priming more than twice, at least 6 times and let a full gallon be filtered first, in my first experience i did priming two and half times and after adding the first full gallon of water and drinking it, it tasted horrible, worse than tap after the second gallon the water started to taste way better SO PLEASE do priming as many time as possible at least 6 and let a gallon of water be filtered without drinking, Hope this helps everyone
Thanks for sharing
hi, thanks for this. just subsribed ! do you have any testing videos on shower filters? or any recommendations on shower filters for hard water. I live in california and definitely notice the differences when traveling.
We have not lab tested any shower filters yet - you can check out this post though! waterfilterguru.com/best-shower-filter-for-hard-water/
Great video. What do you recommend for travel to Africa west coast extended stays. I take a grayl for portable. But also need a pitcher to fill from tap.
I could even go for a larger set up if necessary. Price is not a concern. I just want the best option.
I was going to mention the Grayl bottle! You could consider the Sawyer tap water filter geni.us/Norood but this only targets microorganisms. You could bring that and then filter through a pitcher like the Clearly Filtered geni.us/VsUZHW1 which will target organic and inorganic chemicals
@@waterfilterguru great. I just saw the reply. Thank you so much. I will check this option out as a tag team scenario.
I just shared your link with some friends of mine who are off grid in Togo, west Africa as well.
@@propertymanager8162 Happy to help!
@@waterfilterguru hi. I Just ordered the clearly pitcher off your link. Gave me 10% discount so that’s good. Thanks !
Do you think I could boil the water first from tap to kill microorganisms ? Let it cool then put in clearly filter ? Or better to use the sawyer add on to sink faucet then just put in clearly pitcher? For more volume water. I have a cheap brita filter for a pre scrub before going to clearly pitcher.
Also, I Can use the grayl for when I’m on the road for quick microorganism , organic and inorganic purification when hiking. I think the grayl as a stand-alone is ok and doesn’t need secondary clearly pitcher filtration ? Or I could always boil on a campfire and then use grayl as boiled water cools as extra protection.
@@propertymanager8162 best to always disinfect the water first, if you can. As you mentioned, you could also use the Sawyer Tap filtration system to address microorganisms as well. The Grayl can be used standalone, but if you pre-filter it will serve to extend the filter lifespan
@waterfilterguru have you tested the epic water pitchers? I ordered one and it comes with a letter to say their filters will not lower TDS, which I found suspicious.
I looked at their results for Aluminium content and they had 202ug/l for the influent water and 47ug/l for the filtered water. Is it possible they are using an influent water with high aluminium in order to make the results look better? I would be interested to know if the water samle doesn't contain any aluminium what Epic Water Filters leaves behind in the water.
We have not lab tested the Epic filters yet, but will be in one of the next projects we'll be working on.
A disclaimer to inform the purchaser the system is not capable of reducing TDS isn't really a red flag to me. Most filters can't reduce TDS, and there is a common misconception that a TDS reading alone tells you if water is healthy or not (it doesn't).
Stay tuned for our test results!
Epic Pure pitcher test is live! ruclips.net/video/FwBiAHNoIxk/видео.html
How does this water taste?
Tastes great! The filter does a superb job reducing disinfection chemicals and byproducts that impact the aesthetics of water
I was wondering if you have ever done any research on the tZen-Water-System ? Thank you
I have not
Have you ever tested the Brita elite filters?
Not yet but we will be soon!
You convinced me! Ordering now!!!
Would love to hear what you think about it when you've been using it for a while!
Does it remove fluoride and chlorine?
Yes it does, up to 99.5% of both!
How does this compare to the Pro One Gravity Pitcher
Check out our ProOne test here ruclips.net/video/5h87z2rA6Og/видео.html we tested the stainless steel unit, but it's the exact same filter technology used in the pitcher, just a smaller cartridge
Great vid! & what about nanoplastics? You mentioned microplastics, but why is the pitcher made of plastic? I'm considering purchasing the filters and rigging it up plastic free. Unless anyone has any better ideas?
It's a concern with any system that has plastic components that come into contact with water. I've got it on my list to test a few to see if any are actually increasing micro and nanoplastic (MNP) concentrations. Have you considered distillation to reduce MNPs?
That’d be a lovely video- TIA! (notifications on)
I went ahead and bought this pitcher & a gallon glass dispenser. I would distill, but I LOVE the taste of the minerals. I’m looking to turn tap to spring. If we can’t get rid of the forever chemicals, I would lean towards a distill & remineralize system.
Does this unit have to be kept in the refrigerator or can it be left on the countertop?
It can be kept on the countertop
Thanks for the quick response. I am just beginning to research these things. My wife tried a ZERO at a friend's home and loved it, but I am reading too many negative comments about them. It's just the two of us in a small home with "messy" Municipal water. This might be the way to go. I am going to explore the Brita next- Thanks.
Happy to help, let me know if you have any other questions.
Have you had your water tested by a certified lab? Do you know what contaminants are present that need to be addressed?
Hey man, I've been drinking garbage water for most of my life. I'm just about to place my order for this filter.
My question is: Can I recover from any damage I've gotten from terrible water or is it permanent?
Thanks for the video.
This would be a great question for your physician :)
The body is a healing machine. It's natural state is good health; it's always working to return to that regardless of short-term or long-term contrary influences. Heal away!!!!
What is the discount code?
You can get it here motivated-painter-4204.ck.page/65a8d95912
Dear Brian!
What do you think about the LARQ Pitcher PureVis and its Advanced filter? Is it a good alternative for the Clearly Filtered Water Pitcher?
I'm asking because the Clearly Filtered is currently unavailable, and I think they do not ship to the EU.
Thanks,
Martin
Hey Martin, we have not yet looked into or tested the Larq line of products. The closest runner up to the CF pitcher we've found is the Epic Water Filters Pure pitcher. But keep in mind, it all depends on what contaminants are present in your water. A more simple system might work just fine. You can see all our current top picks here: waterfilterguru.com/best-water-filter-pitcher-reviews/
@@waterfilterguru Thank you for your answer and the recommendation, I appreciate it! 🙂
Larq Pure-Vis pitcher test video is up! ruclips.net/video/sF9rALA9XgU/видео.html
I'm trying to decide between this pitcher filter and 3 stage system by the same company. Seems like the pitcher filters out over 100 more contaminants than the 3 stage. Which do you recommend for a single person home?
It's the same technology used in both systems (to my knowledge). The advantage of the under the sink system is that you get filtered water on demand, whereas with the pitcher you have to wait for gravity to do its job. Plus you'll have to be refilling the pitcher often, but for just one person it wouldn't be that bad.
@@waterfilterguru ok, thank you
Would love to see a review and some testing of the Santevia pitchers.
Thanks for the comment and you're suggestion! I'll add Santeria to the list
@@waterfilterguruSantevia, with a "v". Thanks for that.
@@bradkaral1188 Whoops yep that was a mistype, got Santevia on the list
I am really debating this one. I have seen you and the water guy I follow on TikTok talk about it!
It's a solid choice!
Hi, did you check the Epicwater pitcher?
Not yet, but it's on the list and we'll be testing on soon. Thanks for the request!
Epic Pure pitcher test is live! ruclips.net/video/FwBiAHNoIxk/видео.html
How does this compare to some table top filters that do reverse osmosis? Like AquaTru Classic?
Reverse osmosis provides the most broad spectrum contaminant reduction.
Love your videos! You often do third party testing to compare what the before and after water looks like- wondering why you didn’t do that for this pitcher if you feel it is the “best”. How do we know the lab test on their website is accurate? (Thinking about how, for example, Berkey’s claims vs your tests were quite different)
Would be appreciated if you could do that for this filter! And also a test for microplastics
The test kit for this project is in the mail as we speak 😉
I live in an apartment and i have a very small fridge. I wanted to get a faucet filter and was looking at pur. Can you lab test a few faucet filters to see what's good?
The PUR and Brita faucet filters are solid and certified! This means they've undergone much more rigorous testing than we could hope to accomplish.
@@waterfilterguru oh good 👍 I'm glad to hear it
Could you please do a review of the Larq water pitcher. Thanks
While I haven't done a full review, I did lab test it and post the results here ruclips.net/video/sF9rALA9XgU/видео.html
Liked your video & will likely purchase based on your info. I got a Zero Water pitcher & filter and it must be defective. The water overflows the filter, etc. Waste of time & money.
The product in your video seems like a good investment. Thanks.
Sorry to hear you had issues with ZeroWater. What contaminants are present that need to be addressed?
Thanks, Brian! I just ordered using your 15% discount!
You're welcome, thanks for watching I'm glad you found the video helpful!
If I put filtered water through it how many gallons will it clean?
It's hard to say without any specific data. That said, if you pre-filter with a cheaper filter (like Brita basic), that should remove some % of the contaminants present, effectively saving capacity and increasing the lifespan of the more advanced Clearly Filtered filter 😉
Regarding sodium from softened water: Do you know if this will cause the filter to fail or ruin the taste? The water softener salesman says that there will actually be very little sodium pass through the filter. RO is very acidic for me and hurts my stomach and so not sure on the alkaline stuff .. don't want to over do that either.
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None of the media in the system is capable of reducing sodium, so we can assume any excess sodium in the softened water would pass through into the filtered water when filtered.
Here is what the manufacturer says "When our filters are used in conjunction with a water softener system, there may be a change in water taste. Additionally, a water softener may tax the filter more than usual, so we suggest changing the filter one month earlier than you'd normally change it."
have you tested it like you did with the berkley
It's in the works! We're putting together a massive water filter pitcher testing project, the CF pitcher will of course be included.
I would like to see laboratory test for the santevia system (canada) Thank you
Great suggestion! I'll add it to our list.
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