Looks like a really nice designed filter bottle. It would be nice to test the water with a TDS meter before and after to see what the results would be. Nice review as always thanks
The first filter I bought was a Sawyer Squeeze. It only a few uses to realize it wasn't the best system. It was too inefficient. I was explaining my frustrations to the owner of the local outfitter I frequent when he introduced me to the original Grayl. I was sold immediately. I bought one and haven't looked back. So much easier than the Sawyer, plus it purifies and holds water.
I've used the Grayl ultralight for 2 years while traveling internationally and I've gotten my moneys worth if you just count the airports alone. $4 for a small bottle of water at Lima airport...
I recently purchased the grayl geo press and was really let down to see that with the zero water tester tested tap water tested exactly the same straight from the tap as it did after putting it through the geopress... Then with the ionizer test where you put 2 electrodes in the water it didn't do any better than the tap water... The zero water filter by contrast did very well. I searched the RUclips for similar test and apparently no one is doing this.
I Travel for work, my ultralight has served me well. It makes tap water, streams, lake lakes taste like bottled water. I save hundreds of dollars in bottles from the airport and local stores. Easy to empty out for TSA too.
Thank you for such an in-depth easy to understand instructions on the Grayl Water Purification Bottle I am completely sold on how well this system works.and I give you 10 thumbs up..so I have decided to purchase one for my own personal use I am from East Los Angeles born and breed the water quality where I now reside is not what I am accustomed to however that's what made up my mind I need and want safe drinking water at my finger tips I'm tired of going all over town just to find out the water has been sold out again and not to mention the tap water is not too pleasant it's not fit for man or beast. I kinda have a difficult time getting around not too long ago I was on my motorcycle coming from a visiting a friend when I was struck by a big rig on the freeway dragged over a half a mile and left to die..I was in a wheelchair the Dr said I had to get used to it because I would never walk again. After many catastrophic events in my life like I lost my dearest beautiful mother on 3-31-14,lost my dad four months later 7-1-14, and lost my eldest brother on 7-2-14 , then lost 5 cousins and a niece was fired from my job after over 30 years of service and I became homeless...but thanks be to GOD the creator of heaven and earth I am walking again I am no longer homeless but I love pure drinking water and for me this is the best way. Again thank you very much. I am very grateful that you took the time and effort to put this video together. Sincerely, Michael
Great review, Thank you. Heading out of the country and decided on this bottle from your analysis. If this was camping in North America, I would use the standard filter, iodine, boiling, etc....just wanted another level of security for an international trip.
Thanks for the review,. I couldn't decide between the two models, but after seeing this, I was able to make a clear decision. The Geopress won the day!!
The new Geopress is exactly what I was looking for. I have a UV light under counter carbon block unit for home use, and was looking for s.th. comparable for camping trips. Perfect. I will order this right away.
Ben, great review! We have been a GRAYL dealer for 2 years now. Excellent product. We will stock the GEOPRESS as soon as it becomes available! Please update us in a few months!
Ben, looking forward to it! I already became a backer on their Kickstarter campaign to make sure I get my hands on one before Dealers even get them. Hit up Ben-sbackwoods, we are planning a winter overnighter in late February.
Great review! Has anyone,other than the company,ever lab tested the water before and after using this filter..that way you know for sure that something like arsenic ,in your case ,has been filtered out .
Thank you for showing/explaining the differences between the 1st & 2nd generation Grayl Purifiers. I almost bought the 1st generation because I liked the smaller size. I didn't see/realize the possible/probable cross-contamination with the 1st generation until you demo'd it. The 2nd generation, larger 24 oz is going to be the one I buy. No straws, no pumps, no batteries; this truly is cutting edge technology; a Water Purifier that is the CADILLAC/the standard by which all other Water Purifiers/Filters will be measured against. I expect other manufacturers will come up with similar products because it removes everything that can be removed from dirty water. I also expect Grayl will, at some point, come out with a 3rd generation that has a Ceramic Filter that will filter more water B4 needing to be replaced & one that can be backflushed. I also expect the price will come down when other mfgs come out with similar competitive products.
The only problem with the Grayl is that you should not filter water which contains tannins. Tannins will bind to the receptors in the filter, and leave them unavailable fo r filtering enteric pathogens, meaning you could get sick. That's what Grayl told me. Check with them before using the filter if you want to be absolutely sure. I live in Florida in which just about all the waters contain tannins. Also, tannins are found around the world. I would not use it to filter water from Florida's Blackwater River, or Fisheating Creek, only two examples of many Florida waters containing tannin, because these tea colored waters obviously contain a high level of tannins. Still, other waters in Florida don't contain as much tannins but does that mean they are safe to filter? Who the heck knows? Unless it's coming from a spring or a clearwater mountain lake, I'm not sure I can trust the Grayl to actually work.
This is awesome! So glad I did my research this time. I've been using a Seychelles for a few years but the filter doesn't allow for the consumption of all the water in the bottle. It also tends to leak and is a little bit of an awkward shape and the taste coming from it always felt funky.
To stop cross contamination leave lid on but not screwed tight to allow air to escape. However it will make it a bit slower and harder to be pushed down.
This might seem like a dumb question, but is there any way to tell when your filter needs replacing, or do you just have to keep track of it as you use it? I’m thinking of getting a few of these bottles for future family trips, but I don’t want my inexperienced knowledge of the filter to end up getting my family sick.
I Sooooo wish they would create a more long-lasting filter without the carbon and virus filtering capabilities for places with pretty good water. That way you could dual stage filter as well to prolong the finer filters life-span...
Im getting more convinced to buy this.. my only wish is they made one with a double walled stainless steel build. That would keep ya water cooler longer
Hello. If we put tap water directly into the bottle through the cap without having to use the filter, the filter is not used and it does not wear it out?
Why would you use anything else. All water is suspect even in the rivers and lakes. Companies dump stuff all the time. The sawyer and frontier to name a couple I wouldn't trust.
FNG QUESTION : I noticed that you didn't show yourself getting water from your well or that stream near by but you did show what appeared to to be clean water being filtered in the cup and you drinking from the bottle. If your well has high levels of Arsenic and you trust this product as well as want me to trust mine and my family"s life with not being poisoned, then why not show a full demonstration?
I did, water from my tap. If you’ve watched my channel you would know I’ve sourced water from many places for my water filter reviews. I trust this filter with my tap water and anything else I might encounter.
@@livingsurvival FNG = Fucking New Guy. ....I'm new to your channel hence the question. I'll check some your older videos but a fill demonstration from pour to press would be more visually favorable if your intent is to get new people like myself that don't know you to trust your word and probably recommend you.
this would be great for my city because if our water plant goes down I'd need something that can get rid of the nitrates that are in the river not far from my apartment
@countryboy91br 25 seconds? I read a review last night where the woman was on day three and it was 25 - 30 min per filter. BEWARE! (I actually own this product and discarded it after one trip)
How would you know if the filter needs replacement because quite frankly I wouldn’t remember how many cycles of the filter i have completed. Any help on this ??
@@livingsurvival I see. You make a pledge which gets you the product at a significant discount over the MSRP but you don't get delivery until the product is actually marketed which, for this one, is April 2019. I pulled the trigger although I already have a few water purification devices and water purification tablets. So far my favorite is the Geigerig Hiker but I am not happy with its weight.
Question: How do I store it after using for a vacation? We went to a month long vacation in Asia and I used it for my whole family. Now I don’t use it anymore until the next vacation. Will the filter get damaged or get molds inside since it got wet?
If you're in a location with safe water and want to preserve the filter, can you simply pour water into the top of the bottle and use it as a normal water bottle?
how do you know when its time to change it? Am i supposed to count from 1 to 250 liters every time i fill it ? Im travelling for one year internationally.
It will gradually take longer and be more difficult to press. You will be able to tell when its on its last legs as it will be really hard to press. The cleaner the water(tap water) you press the longer it will last, so if you were to filter murky water every time it won't last 250 liters.
Does anyone have an idea of what the thread diameter is on the smaller cap? I have a source convertatube that would make using the Grayl even better. It fits on smartwater bottles of that helps
Hi Ben, thanks for the review, I have a question about every day use. If I dont want to use the bottle as a filter just as a regular water bottle, so just fill up and drink... would it shorten the life of the filter as well? Thanks, Peter
If I use the bottle on the weekend then don’t plan to use it for another 2 weeks, do I have to replace the filter or can I use the same one until I have gone through the 64 gallons? I have a life straw, but they’re like a once you use it you have to discard it once you’re out of your situation. Hope this makes sense what I’m asking.
From what I can tell the product is not yet on the market. It appears that the MSRP will be about $99 but if you get in on the ground floor by clicking the link Ben provided you can get one for $68 but you won't get delivery of the product until April when it is formally marketed. That's my understanding of the information provided in the link
Check out the Lifestraw Mission gravity filter for group filtration, goes down to .02 microns , not terribly expensive, and pretty simple to use www.lifestraw.com/products/lifestraw-mission-5-l
I like your channel. I have used their grayl ultralight for a few years now. I love their products and their company as a whole. The only issue with the new Geopress is the horizontal two finger ring. It is too small for myself to use for anything but a carabiner ring and yet it is always protruding. I have contacted Grayl and asked if they will offer another lid, but they stated they do not plan to. This is the reason I am not purchasing one on Kickstarter. Lastly, why are you reviewing a product that doesn't hit the market, publicly, for another four plus months?
@@livingsurvival I am assuming, then, you are just trying to get the word out? I feel like the product sells itself. When ever someone sees me fill up from a questionable source they get really intrested suddenly.
Looks like a really nice designed filter bottle. It would be nice to test the water with a TDS meter before and after to see what the results would be. Nice review as always thanks
The first filter I bought was a Sawyer Squeeze. It only a few uses to realize it wasn't the best system. It was too inefficient. I was explaining my frustrations to the owner of the local outfitter I frequent when he introduced me to the original Grayl. I was sold immediately. I bought one and haven't looked back. So much easier than the Sawyer, plus it purifies and holds water.
I've used the Grayl ultralight for 2 years while traveling internationally and I've gotten my moneys worth if you just count the airports alone. $4 for a small bottle of water at Lima airport...
How long does one filter lasts for you? :)
@@meinkanal518It says in the Amazon Q&A that a filter lasts 350 presses or about 2 years.
I recently purchased the grayl geo press and was really let down to see that with the zero water tester tested tap water tested exactly the same straight from the tap as it did after putting it through the geopress... Then with the ionizer test where you put 2 electrodes in the water it didn't do any better than the tap water... The zero water filter by contrast did very well. I searched the RUclips for similar test and apparently no one is doing this.
I went with the I haven’t died yet test.
I Travel for work, my ultralight has served me well. It makes tap water, streams, lake lakes taste like bottled water. I save hundreds of dollars in bottles from the airport and local stores. Easy to empty out for TSA too.
Thank you for such an in-depth easy to understand instructions on the Grayl Water Purification Bottle I am completely sold on how well this system works.and I give you 10 thumbs up..so I have decided to purchase one for my own personal use I am from East Los Angeles born and breed the water quality where I now reside is not what I am accustomed to however that's what made up my mind I need and want safe drinking water at my finger tips I'm tired of going all over town just to find out the water has been sold out again and not to mention the tap water is not too pleasant it's not fit for man or beast. I kinda have a difficult time getting around not too long ago I was on my motorcycle coming from a visiting a friend when I was struck by a big rig on the freeway dragged over a half a mile and left to die..I was in a wheelchair the Dr said I had to get used to it because I would never walk again.
After many catastrophic events in my life like I lost my dearest beautiful mother on 3-31-14,lost my dad four months later 7-1-14, and lost my eldest brother on 7-2-14 , then lost 5 cousins and a niece was fired from my job after over 30 years of service and I became homeless...but thanks be to GOD the creator of heaven and earth I am walking again I am no longer homeless but I love pure drinking water and for me this is the best way. Again thank you very much.
I am very grateful that you took the time and effort to put this video together.
Sincerely, Michael
Great review, Thank you. Heading out of the country and decided on this bottle from your analysis. If this was camping in North America, I would use the standard filter, iodine, boiling, etc....just wanted another level of security for an international trip.
Thanks for the review,. I couldn't decide between the two models, but after seeing this, I was able to make a clear decision. The Geopress won the day!!
Your reasoning for the newer Geopress is the SAME thoughts/reason I came up with for the newer, larger version.
The new Geopress is exactly what I was looking for. I have a UV light under counter carbon block unit for home use, and was looking for s.th. comparable for camping trips. Perfect. I will order this right away.
Ben, great review! We have been a GRAYL dealer for 2 years now. Excellent product. We will stock the GEOPRESS as soon as it becomes available! Please update us in a few months!
You know your products. Let’s work together in the future.
Ben, looking forward to it! I already became a backer on their Kickstarter campaign to make sure I get my hands on one before Dealers even get them. Hit up Ben-sbackwoods, we are planning a winter overnighter in late February.
I’m down. Doing the Manistee trail again in Feb too.
Great review! Has anyone,other than the company,ever lab tested the water before and after using this filter..that way you know for sure that something like arsenic ,in your case ,has been filtered out .
Thank you for showing/explaining the differences between the 1st & 2nd generation Grayl Purifiers. I almost bought the 1st generation because I liked the smaller size. I didn't see/realize the possible/probable cross-contamination with the 1st generation until you demo'd it. The 2nd generation, larger 24 oz is going to be the one I buy.
No straws, no pumps, no batteries; this truly is cutting edge technology; a Water Purifier that is the CADILLAC/the standard by which all other Water Purifiers/Filters will be measured against.
I expect other manufacturers will come up with similar products because it removes everything that can be removed from dirty water.
I also expect Grayl will, at some point, come out with a 3rd generation that has a Ceramic Filter that will filter more water B4 needing to be replaced & one that can be backflushed.
I also expect the price will come down when other mfgs come out with similar competitive products.
I was blown away seeing this product? I'm absolutely sold.
Great product.
The only problem with the Grayl is that you should not filter water which contains tannins. Tannins will bind to the receptors in the filter, and leave them unavailable fo
r filtering enteric pathogens, meaning you could get sick. That's what Grayl told me. Check with them before using the filter if you want to be absolutely sure. I live in Florida in which just about all the waters contain tannins. Also, tannins are found around the world. I would not use it to filter water from Florida's Blackwater River, or Fisheating Creek, only two examples of many Florida waters containing tannin, because these tea colored waters obviously contain a high level of tannins. Still, other waters in Florida don't contain as much tannins but does that mean they are safe to filter? Who the heck knows? Unless it's coming from a spring or a clearwater mountain lake, I'm not sure I can trust the Grayl to actually work.
great review! i have gen 1 but gen 2 definitely has the great upgrades with the rubber for pushing down, and eliminating cross contamination
Nice upgrade on the GRAYL Bottle. Great review Ben its always nice with the comparison.
This is awesome! So glad I did my research this time. I've been using a Seychelles for a few years but the filter doesn't allow for the consumption of all the water in the bottle. It also tends to leak and is a little bit of an awkward shape and the taste coming from it always felt funky.
To stop cross contamination leave lid on but not screwed tight to allow air to escape. However it will make it a bit slower and harder to be pushed down.
Just bought one
Looking forward to using it on a wd camp soon
Very informative video
A friend from the UK
👍
this is no doubt the best water filter around. I keep one everywhere
Thanks bro your review saved a life.
I have the Grayl Ultralight with both filters! I like both the Grayl and Befree!
Befree when you know the water source, Grayl when you don't!
This might seem like a dumb question, but is there any way to tell when your filter needs replacing, or do you just have to keep track of it as you use it?
I’m thinking of getting a few of these bottles for future family trips, but I don’t want my inexperienced knowledge of the filter to end up getting my family sick.
They say when it takes roughly 25 seconds to cycle it that it needs replaced.
Fantastic review, and I appreciate your comparison between the beta model and geopress. Thanks!
My pleasure!
Clean water is a must👍
wow. i never really have a water bottle, but if I do, I'll get this.
Love your channel man keep it up
I got mine in August of 2020 at the Fjällräven in Castle Rock and I’m finally getting around to using it
Thank you for doing this review, I'm sold!!
How do you know when the filter isn't functioning properly anymore? I don't count everytime I press it haha.
I Sooooo wish they would create a more long-lasting filter without the carbon and virus filtering capabilities for places with pretty good water. That way you could dual stage filter as well to prolong the finer filters life-span...
Im getting more convinced to buy this.. my only wish is they made one with a double walled stainless steel build. That would keep ya water cooler longer
Hello. If we put tap water directly into the bottle through the cap without having to use the filter, the filter is not used and it does not wear it out?
Why would you use anything else. All water is suspect even in the rivers and lakes. Companies dump stuff all the time. The sawyer and frontier to name a couple I wouldn't trust.
No portable I’ve seen today Ben can do fluoride. I’ve read up on these and they will do most stuff. I like the easy design too.
I misspoke. It doesn’t do fluoride. But I have well water so it’s not added.
Thanks
great review, i really appreciate your attention to detail
FNG QUESTION :
I noticed that you didn't show yourself getting water from your well or that stream near by but you did show what appeared to to be clean water being filtered in the cup and you drinking from the bottle. If your well has high levels of Arsenic and you trust this product as well as want me to trust mine and my family"s life with not being poisoned, then why not show a full demonstration?
I did, water from my tap. If you’ve watched my channel you would know I’ve sourced water from many places for my water filter reviews. I trust this filter with my tap water and anything else I might encounter.
@@livingsurvival FNG = Fucking New Guy. ....I'm new to your channel hence the question. I'll check some your older videos but a fill demonstration from pour to press would be more visually favorable if your intent is to get new people like myself that don't know you to trust your word and probably recommend you.
Great video... ordering mine now
Where do you get the Geopress ? The link you listed says “pre order” Looks like it’s not available yet ?
Not available yet.
You can get them everywhere now, I got mine at REI
Seems like a rad bottle.
this would be great for my city because if our water plant goes down I'd need something that can get rid of the nitrates that are in the river not far from my apartment
Yep.
Nice review. Highlighted the key differences
Thanks.
Put some muddy water in there I want to see if it comes out clear
How do you know the filter need to change ? Can you see visually ?
When you replace it you need to use only their filter ? If you can't find it ?
@countryboy91br 25 seconds? I read a review last night where the woman was on day three and it was 25 - 30 min per filter. BEWARE! (I actually own this product and discarded it after one trip)
@@tsumacity Been using it daily for 3 months on 3rd world tap water with no problems.
Definitely need to get this!
How would you know if the filter needs replacement because quite frankly I wouldn’t remember how many cycles of the filter i have completed. Any help on this ??
When you feel it's time it's time
I just ordered mine! 👍🙋
Great review! Thanks👍
That's Awesome Hope we can get them in Australia
Amazon!
The ultralight model is available on Amazon but not this model and I don't see anywhere on that kickstarter site where you can just order one
Erich Diehl go to the Kickstarter page.
@@livingsurvival I see. You make a pledge which gets you the product at a significant discount over the MSRP but you don't get delivery until the product is actually marketed which, for this one, is April 2019. I pulled the trigger although I already have a few water purification devices and water purification tablets. So far my favorite is the Geigerig Hiker but I am not happy with its weight.
Question: How do I store it after using for a vacation? We went to a month long vacation in Asia and I used it for my whole family. Now I don’t use it anymore until the next vacation. Will the filter get damaged or get molds inside since it got wet?
Spike Silver ..you press it several times when empty so that it blows air through and removes all the droplets and dries it out
Grayl package insert says :Rinse with water and allow to dry completely (3-4 days)
If you're in a location with safe water and want to preserve the filter, can you simply pour water into the top of the bottle and use it as a normal water bottle?
You can just use the cup portion. Or you can remove the filter and use the whole bottle without it.
Okay, so it'll get arsenic, but what about old lace? 🤔 All joking aside, I totally want one.
I noticed that you said the water will be free form viruses? Most filters that I have looked at do not get rid of viruses.
Right. Most don’t.
you have to believe
Most don’t. And they can’t prove this one does anything they say so go with a real filter
how do you know when its time to change it? Am i supposed to count from 1 to 250 liters every time i fill it ? Im travelling for one year internationally.
It will gradually take longer and be more difficult to press. You will be able to tell when its on its last legs as it will be really hard to press. The cleaner the water(tap water) you press the longer it will last, so if you were to filter murky water every time it won't last 250 liters.
I like drinking from the water hose 😜. Good video seems like a good product 👍👍👍👍
Wow what a cool water bottle.
Good information, thank you for sharing!!!
nice upgrades from the original....
Thank you for the video.
Does anyone have an idea of what the thread diameter is on the smaller cap? I have a source convertatube that would make using the Grayl even better. It fits on smartwater bottles of that helps
Thank u for review 👍
Hi Ben, thanks for the review, I have a question about every day use. If I dont want to use the bottle as a filter just as a regular water bottle, so just fill up and drink... would it shorten the life of the filter as well? Thanks, Peter
Why?
@@GinEric84 ,the DOPE factor. Nobody else would have a $90 water bottle at work.
Great video Ben, how do you know when to change out the filter?
When it takes noticeably longer to press.
25 seconds press time
damn. just bought the older model 2 weeks ago. ain't that the way?
It’s not an older model it’s a different model. I have the ultralight too.
How long will your water stay cool with this brand?
??? Does it have a carbon filter getting rid of foul/swamp flavor in the water ???
Been watching some of your content, Its very useful ! Keep it up 👊
Is this better than the guardian when it comes to clean water.
Do you need to filter water first to remove sediment/debris if your source is a lake or stream?
@Bluewolfe96 Thank you.
Is there some kind of indicator that the filter needs changing,
Yes it will get slower to press.
Great review
This is awesome.
If I back it on kickstarter when would I actually get it? Haven't used kickstarter before
They should state when they would ship on the Kickstarter page.
If I use the bottle on the weekend then don’t plan to use it for another 2 weeks, do I have to replace the filter or can I use the same one until I have gone through the 64 gallons? I have a life straw, but they’re like a once you use it you have to discard it once you’re out of your situation. Hope this makes sense what I’m asking.
Take off the filter and wash the other parts and let them dry. Good to go for next time.
Rinse with water and allow to air dry completely (3-4 days) as per GRAYL package insert.
Nice bottle.Are they expensive ? 🧐
From what I can tell the product is not yet on the market. It appears that the MSRP will be about $99 but if you get in on the ground floor by clicking the link Ben provided you can get one for $68 but you won't get delivery of the product until April when it is formally marketed. That's my understanding of the information provided in the link
Great review, this was extremely helpful!
Has this filter been tested in muddy water? I just wonder if the filter clogs easily.
I’ve used it in dirty, sandy water and no issues yet.
muddy water is going to slow down or clog any Water Purifier until the filter is backflushed/cleaned.
Check out the Lifestraw Mission gravity filter for group filtration, goes down to .02 microns , not terribly expensive, and pretty simple to use
www.lifestraw.com/products/lifestraw-mission-5-l
Will it remove taste from the water if the stream has a funky taste?
It will improve taste yes.
Did you say it filters fluoride?
I’m only buying to filter British tap water, is it worth it?
@@Luke-eg1gn legend mate, much appreciated!
I was sold until I saw the price 😢
La borraccia NON filtra i ciano batteri.
You mean 24 ounces :)
Down to how many microns
I like your channel. I have used their grayl ultralight for a few years now. I love their products and their company as a whole. The only issue with the new Geopress is the horizontal two finger ring. It is too small for myself to use for anything but a carabiner ring and yet it is always protruding. I have contacted Grayl and asked if they will offer another lid, but they stated they do not plan to. This is the reason I am not purchasing one on Kickstarter. Lastly, why are you reviewing a product that doesn't hit the market, publicly, for another four plus months?
I was one of a select few who got samples early for press. And now is the time to save money by joining the Kickstarter.
@@livingsurvival I am assuming, then, you are just trying to get the word out? I feel like the product sells itself. When ever someone sees me fill up from a questionable source they get really intrested suddenly.
My audience appreciates saving money. If I wait the price will go back up.
Will the Grayl Geopress water purifier filter out fluoride? Does anyone know?
No
i drilled a hole in the cap so i press on the cap
thats 24 liter huh?
What sabra pack did you have on @ 2:56?
Solo
24 liters? That is 6.3 gallons in stupid us measurment.. im pretty sure that's not a 6 gallon container.
Good video
how bout chlorine?
No.
Only bad thing is the water bottle is small
Does this type make urine drinkable?
Urine is drinkable right out of you know what, however, it's going to taste like urine.
Does it filter parasites?
Yes
@@livingsurvival I'm buying it
02:35 i´ll take that 24 Liters of Water for that weight and size of the Geopress 10/10 times! xDD
great review. 😎
Modern day infomercial
Thanks for watching.
Survimate is a better option, and takes 1500 liters....and much cheaper