Our recommendations: which is the best water filter pitcher?

How to choose?

Buyers often ask the question: which filter is better to buy? When choosing a filter jug ​​model, you need to focus on the parameters that are suitable for your family:

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  Lots of family members and frequent guests. The optimal capacity of the jug is at least 3 liters.
  The funnel should have an increased volume. With a small supply of clean water already available, you can filter an additional 2 liter portion.

  This will help out when preparing dinner for a large company or during evening tea with the family. It is also worth paying attention to cartridges with an increased resource, which will help you change them less often.

• Family with a small child. For children who constantly help in the kitchen, it is better to choose an unbreakable model. Such a filter will be absolutely safe. The Orleans and Provence models are resistant to mechanical damage when dropped.
• Small kitchen. For small-sized kitchens, the Aquaphor company has created compact filter jugs. They fit easily in the refrigerator door and do not take up much counter space. The best compact options are Real and Smile.

Many people complain about the appearance of scale in the kettle after boiling water. This plaque appears due to increased hardness.

Note! If tap water in your region contains a high content of hardness salts, the presented purification device is not suitable.

The device cannot completely retain calcium and magnesium, so scale will appear again. This problem can be solved by reverse osmosis filters, which almost completely remove hardness salts from water.

Basic criteria for choosing pitcher filters

Volume

Identical in design, these devices can have different volumes. It is this parameter that should be taken as a starting point when deciding how to choose a pitcher-type water filter. Remember that you don’t need to take a jug with a supply - focus on using filtered water at a time. After all, water in a kettle, once boiled again, becomes not very useful - scientists have proven this.

And if there are three or four of you in the family, then a two to three liter jug ​​is quite suitable for you. By the way, in summer the compact device can easily fit in the refrigerator, which is very convenient - cold water to quench your thirst will be at hand. A more substantial jug-type device (for example, a four-liter one) will be useful in large families.

Manufacturer

All popular brands produce good quality products. Russian companies make decent filters. True, they are sometimes a little cunning, claiming that they were created specifically for “Russian” water. This, in principle, cannot be true - after all, the water in the tap differs not by country, but by where it comes from, as well as by the quality and newness of the pipes. Russia is large, and in different cities (even in different districts of the same city) tap water can have different purity, taste, and additives.

But if you want impeccable quality components and stylish European design, and price is not a priority, perhaps you should think about German products. The extensive experience of manufacturers from this country, as well as the strictest control over manufactured goods, speak for themselves.

A little about cartridges and monitoring their replacement

All popular manufacturers provide a good range of filter modules. They offer both universal filters and specialized ones (iron removal, softening, bactericidal). As a rule, they are produced in several sizes - for small and large jugs.

Only by knowing the quality of the water at home or in the country (where jugs are often used) can you easily select a suitable filter element.

Usually a cartridge lasts for a month or a month and a half. It is important to change it on time, otherwise, instead of purifying the water, you may end up with additional contamination. But the moment of installing the cartridge is not always imprinted in memory. Therefore, it would be nice if the manufacturer provided a counter that would tell you when the filter element needs to be replaced. Mechanical counters are present in many models, more obvious electronic counters are found in more expensive jugs made in Europe and America.

The most popular cartridges and their fillers.

Plastic quality

Trusted manufacturers should be fine with this - their products are certified. But you never know - suddenly you like a jug from a not very well-known company. Then pick it up and check whether the plastic is food grade. If a fork and a glass are drawn, then everything is in order. It doesn’t hurt to smell the product either – it shouldn’t smell like “chemicals” or plastic.

Operating principle, advantages and disadvantages of the device

The essence of the filter's operation is quite simple. The upper part, the funnel, collects water from the tap. The liquid is purified through the cartridge. Filtered, clean water flows into the bottom of the jug. Fast filtration is achieved due to the fact that the sorbent in the cartridge is powdery.

The pitcher type filter has its pros and cons, presented below:

Each time you change the cartridge, wash the jug with warm water and detergent before installing it.

Rating of apartment models based on customer reviews

The review presents the most popular models of filter jugs based on customer reviews. It allows you not only to analyze the technical characteristics, but also to learn about the advantages and disadvantages of each model.

Aquaphor Line

The filter has an attractive design and is equipped with funnels of different colors:

• green,
• red,
• blue.

The funnel holds 1.2 liters of water. The jug itself, with a volume of 2.8 liters, is made of transparent and durable food-grade plastic, so you can see the amount of purified water.

Small volume ensures ease of use:

• The jug can be placed in the refrigerator door,
• lift without difficulty.

The cartridge is designed to purify cold water from free chlorine and soften it. The filter module is supplied included. Its resource is 170 liters, so it will have to be changed approximately once a month, provided that the filter purifies water for one or two people.

If the family is large or the water is hard, then the resource is reduced.
The filler contains not only carbon and resin, but also synthetic fibers that protect the carbon from being washed away by water, so the cartridge purifies water more effectively. According to user reviews, water purified by the filter has no odor or sediment. You can read the opinions of Yandex Market users here. Pros:

• cheap;
• copes with very contaminated water;
• the taste of water noticeably changes for the better;
• replacement cassettes are inexpensive;
• fits in the refrigerator door;
• cleanses from chlorine and heavy metal salts.

Minuses:

• the resource does not last long (about 2 months);
• filtration speed is lower than that of competitors;
• The lid closes with force.

The average cost is 380 rubles.

Barrier Smart

There are 6 color variations available to the buyer:

• black,
• pistachio,
• violet,
• green,
• blue,
• chocolate.

The transparent jug with a total volume of 3.3 liters and a storage capacity of 1.5 liters is made of plastic.

Reference! The filter module replacement calendar will remind you when the cassette needs to be replaced.

The cartridge is installed tightly using a threaded connection. The jug is compatible with standard Barrier modules.

Buyers consider this system to be excellent value for money and rate the filter 4.5 points out of 5. User ratings on Yandex Market are the same.

pros:

• module change calendar;
• tight installation of the cartridge;
• stylish design;
• narrow jug;
• easy;
• ergonomic design;
• tasty water that does not form scale.

Minuses:

• flimsy plastic;
• unfiltered water gets inside.

The average cost is 600 rubles.

Aquaphor Ultra

This is a compact filter jug ​​with a total volume of 2.5 liters, which makes it lightweight even when full. Thanks to its compact size, the jug can be placed in the refrigerator door and filled in a sink with a low-mounted tap.

Interesting! The flip-flop lid is opened with your thumb when holding the handle. This is very convenient if you have to pour water from another container.

The resource of a standard B100-5 filter module of 300 liters is enough for approximately 2-3 months of operation. There are no protrusions, so consumers note that the design is easy to clean. The average rating according to reviews on Yandex Market is 4.5.

Pros:

• ergonomic handle - the jug does not slip out;
• can be placed in the refrigerator door;
• narrowed nose;
• inexpensive;
• high-quality filtration;
• easy to buy replacement cartridges;
• stylish design.

Minuses:

• it is possible to install the cartridge in a funnel without a thread;
• fragile plastic, thin walls - careful operation is required.

The average cost is 430 rubles.

Barrier Tango

Buyers like the narrow body, which allows the jug to be installed in the refrigerator door and cool the water directly during filtration.

But small dimensions mean that the filter volume is small: 2.5 liters for the total and 1.1 liters for the storage tank. Therefore, the Tango Barrier is recommended for one or two people. The transparent body makes it possible to control how much water has been filtered.

The filter can be made of plastic in the following colors:

• purple,
• blue,
• orange.

The threaded cassette prevents mixing of filtered and unfiltered liquid. Any Barrier cartridges are suitable for the jug; for example, you can install Light or Standard. The complete cartridge has a resource of 1 month.

Pros:

• ergonomic design;
• the body is decorated with an indelible pattern;
• filters quickly;
• overflow protection (water flows into the gutter on the handle);
• sharp nose;
• durable plastic.

Minuses:

• small volume;
• The lid does not fold back, but is completely removed.

The average cost is 400 rubles.

Aquaphor Provence

It attracts buyers with its unusual design, because it is made in the form of a traditional jug with rounded shapes. This makes it stable, but as a result the filter takes up a lot of space on the table and does not fit in the refrigerator door.

A convenient lift-up lid makes filling the container easy . The counter is triggered when opened, but if you open the lid more often or fill an incomplete container, then there is no point in using it. Plus it's easy to knock him down. Negative reviews note the poor quality of the plastic, which cannot withstand the weight of a jug of water and cracks.

The large volume – 4.2 l – allows you to filter a large amount of water at a time. During filtration, the liquid is cleared of chlorine and softened. Reviews on Yandex Market are mostly positive.

Attention! The service life of one cartridge is almost 2 months of use or 300 liters.

Pros:

• large volume;
• Beautiful design;
• lifting cover;
• original calendar;
• cheap cartridges;
• fast filtration;
• allows magnesium to pass through;
• delicious water.

Minuses:

• plastic cracks;
• cannot be used until the water has been filtered.

The average cost is 700 rubles.

Brita Marella

This filter jug ​​is manufactured in Germany and is a leader in quality among its competitors . It is spacious and compact at the same time. The total volume of 3.5 liters allows you to filter up to 2 liters of water. The module change indicator will tell you when you need to buy a new one.

It is equipped with wide Maxtra cartridges (made in Britain), so the water is filtered faster. But the cost of replacement cassettes is high. Users note that the sealed design allows you to transfer filtered water without waiting for the end of the filtration cycle. A nice addition: a wide range of colors. Reviews on Yandex Market are mostly positive.

Pros:

• fast filtration;
• no need to wait for the end of the cycle to pour water;
• there is no scale after boiling;
• mechanical filter replacement calendar;
• German quality;
• Removable parts - easy to wash;
• strong plastic;
• pleasant taste of water.

Minuses:

• Expensive;
• the cartridge is not always installed until it clicks;
• The calendar wheel is clogged.

The average cost is 1000 rubles.

Aquaphor Harry

A filter jug ​​with a total volume of 3.9 liters, and despite its capacity, it looks compact. Thick, durable plastic is used here, which does not cloud over time, so the jug does not crack, despite its large volume.

The resource of the module included in the package is 300 liters , but buyers note that the replaceable cassettes do not exhaust this resource - they have to be changed earlier. After filtration, the water becomes soft and qualitatively purified: the smell of bleach and metallic taste are eliminated. Reviews on Yandex Market are positive.

Pros:

• large volume of 3.9 l (1.9 l storage);
• durable plastic;
• inexpensive cartridges.

Minuses:

• water filters more slowly over time;
• It is inconvenient to install the cartridge.

The average cost is 600 rubles.

Brita Aluna

A device for water purification in the form of an autonomous filter jug ​​with a volume of 3.5 liters. The storage tank allows you to filter up to 2 liters of water at a time . Consumers like such a feature as the calendar for replacing the filter module. It remembers when the filter element was replaced.

The cassette resource is 300 liters, which allows you to use crystal clear water for an average of 1 month. But the cost of replacement cartridges is high, and with active use of the filter, the resource lasts for about 2 weeks.

A new filter complete with a cartridge costs a little more than a replacement cartridge. All parts except the lid are dishwasher safe . The quality of the plastic is high, it does not crack or chip even when dropped.

Pros:

• water quality improves noticeably;
• easy to change cassette;
• there is a calendar;
• high quality plastic;
• large volume.

Minuses:

• expensive cartridges;
• The cartridge locks into place without a click.

The average cost is 600 rubles.

Xiaomi Super Filter Kettle L1

This smart filter from a Chinese brand with seven stages of filtration perfectly purifies water (98-100%) at a rate of 1.5 liters in 3 minutes. The design is supplemented with a UV lamp . It runs on a built-in battery that needs to be charged once every 40 cleaning cycles.

Disinfection is carried out within 2 minutes. The filtration speed is increased due to the increased number of holes.

The filter element removes:

• organic impurities;
• salts of heavy metals;
• chlorine;
• cadmium and other harmful substances.

The resource is enough for 1-1.5 months of active use.

The module's automatic resource identifier will notify you of the need for replacement . However, despite all the advantages, the filter has a significant drawback - its high cost, which is 2000 rubles for a set with a jug and 600 rubles for a cassette.

Pros:

• high cleaning speed;
• UV filter with disinfection function;
• 7 stages of filtration;
• ideal water purification;
• high-quality assembly;
• automatic module resource identifier.

Minuses:

• high price;
• small resource.

The average cost is 2000 rubles.

Barrier Norma

Available in the following colors:

• ruby,
• malachite,
• indigo,
• white.

The resource of the module included in the kit is 350 liters, which is slightly longer than the resource of replaceable cassettes from competitors. At the same time, the filter has a low cost and has a good storage capacity of 1.6 liters. The total volume of the jug is 3.6 liters.

Important! The filter module replacement calendar will not allow you to miss the date for replacing the cassette.

Buyers in their reviews of the product highly rate the quality of purified water; the average filter rating is 4.3 points out of 5. On Yandex Market, the rating of the model is even higher.

Pros:

• excellent water quality;
• effective cleaning from bleach;
• convenient jug shape;
• fast filtration.

Minuses:

• low quality plastic.

The average cost is 500 rubles.

How often do you need to change cartridges?

An important question is how long do replacement cartridges last? The service life of the filter jug ​​will increase significantly if you replace the modules in a timely manner. The cartridge does not release bacteria and harmful substances back into the water, but at the end of its permissible life, it stops performing high-quality filtration.

Popular replacement cartridges:

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  B5 (B100-5) – universal option;

• A5 – solves the problem of tap water with a complex composition;
• B6 (B100-6) – for slightly hard water;
• B7 (B100-7) – retains beneficial minerals;
• B8 (B100-8) – effectively removes chlorine from water.

Modules for pitcher filters are changed at least 2 times a month.

Replacement procedure:

1. remove the funnel from the jug;
2. remove the worn module;
3. rinse all elements of the filter device under running water;
4. remove the new module from the packaging;
5. fill with clean water and leave for 15 minutes;
6. insert the module into the hole in the funnel;
7. secure it firmly using grooves;
8. Replace the funnel and fill the container with water.

Remember! In the first two portions of purified water, particles of activated carbon may appear (in rare cases), so it is better to drain them.