GizmosityQPublic t1_j9ellup wrote on February 21, 2023 at 10:29 AM

We have had very good luck with these: Berkey filters. You have to replace the filters periodically. In our case it was about a decade. Everything else is good to go. You can take it with you when you move, too. Good luck!

CustomerAbject8568 t1_j9f9j5d wrote on February 21, 2023 at 2:32 PM

I’m sorry to report that Berkey is pretty much a complete sham and they refuse to submit to any legitimate standards testing to prove their filtration claims. Unfortunately you’re paying for branding.

sponge_welder t1_j9lsc4g wrote on February 22, 2023 at 10:06 PM

Yeah, Wirecutter had some tests run and found that they outperformed other filters in lead reduction but they weren't able to support any of Berkey's other claims.

It's just such a strange red flag how Berkey is like "we outperform all the NSF and ANSI tests for water filtration" but won't actually get a certification that verifies it.

chicagomatcha t1_j9exft9 wrote on February 21, 2023 at 12:51 PM

Seconded on the berkey. We replace our filters more frequently but it’s still economical once you get over the initial sticker shock. The taste difference is so noticeable that guests comment on it and I don’t like drinking water not from the berkey