Countertop Superior Water Filter System - White - with 1 Micron Carbon Block Filter
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Countertop Superior Water Filter System - White - with 1 Micron Carbon Block Filter
Customer Review: Does the job nicely
Summary: 4 Stars
I purchased this for my parents a while back and have no complaints with it. I can definitely say that mine was entirely white whereas this one is has a cool clear plastic cover. I'd like to see the gunk so that it reminds me when to change the filter. Like an earlier reviewer said, it's definitely convenient to not have to deal with a proprietary filter when the company stops making it. (PUR CT-6000L countertop!) The only reason I knock a star off is why can't they make it a little more aesthetically pleasing? I point to the same aforementioned PUR CT-6000L as an example. I suppose then they would have to use a proprietary filter. What a bind. As far as the filter goes, I currently have no complaints and it's going strong so this is a good choice if you just want to keep things simple. Tap water in my area is not exactly bad but on those days when they dump in chlorine/chloramine to keep the system clean and healthy, this comes in quite handy to eliminate that chlorine taste. Of the vendors that sell this, I believe mine came from waterfiltersonline.com and I also purchased the http://www.amazon.com/Matrikx-Carbon-Filter-Replacement-Cartridge/dp/B000246SMS/ref=pd_bxgy_hi_text_b as part of the $50 package that amazon recommends. So technically, I guess the Matrikx is doing the actual job of taking out the chlorine taste. 5 stars for that!
On a side note, for those who are seduced by nice looking filters and don't mind some extra work and also have an extra sink hole, consider the Delta Simply PUR faucet. http://www.amazon.com/Filtration-Single-Handle-Traditional-Stainless-210-SS/dp/B000KQ5T0A . It also comes in shiny chrome. It's available at several other places even if it's discontinued on amazon. It uses a proprietary filter, sure, but at least that one is the same one used in all of their PUR faucet filters so it should be more prevalent and less risky of being discontinued. The filter media itself resides in a container that is mounted under the sink and you'll need to run some water lines so you'll need to consider that before purchasing.
Customer Review: Good Filter
Summary: 5 Stars
The filter came very quickly from the dealer.
1. The filter diverter has good flow just from the faucet and does not slow the water down so it is faster to fill the sink when dished have to be washed
2. The filter adapter does not lower the faucet outlet like the faucet filters we used to have
3. The filtered water has a good flow and tastes good. There is some filtered water flow when the faucet is turned off, but that is to be expected since there is still some pressure in the filter system
4. The standard 10" filter is a lot less expensive than the proprietary filters from Brita, Pur, etc.
5. The filter will last a lot longer than the filters from the ones listed above therefore lowering the cost of filtering water
6. We replaced a faucet mount Brita filter that kept falling off of the faucet using the supplied adapter
Overall, we are pleased with this filter and the dealer we bought it from
Customer Review: Good filter, but correcting another review, it is Not made by Paragon
Summary: 4 Stars
Just wanted to note a correction to the lengthy review previously posted 2/13/08 by Waterboy, which stated that this Bestfilters Countertop model was the same as the Paragon mdl 2900ct. This is not the case. I do not know if there is any difference in the filtering abilities of either (likely not) but I do know that this Bestfilters unit has a metal spout mounted on the side, instead of the built-in upper plastic spout of the Paragon, and comes w/a KX Industries-made "KX Matrikx PB1" filter cartridge inside -not one made by Paragon, and takes industry standard 10" sized replacement filters.
With carbon block filters such as these of the same size/construction, no brand make is better than another's. The only way to improve your filtration (other than getting a reverse osmosis system) is to increase the amount of filter media the water passes through. So either add an additional filter unit in-line, or get a unit that takes a larger carbon filter. Or to lesser extent, slow down the flow of water passing through the filter, for more filter media contact time.
It's good to have a unit that takes a non-proprietary filter, as it gives you options of where and what to buy re replacement filters. Learned when my old PUR countertop unit's repl filters were discontinued. This Bestfilters model accepts a standard 10" cartridge; I am not sure if the Paragon does or not.
ps. the other model non-replaceable filter "maintenance-free" countertop units made by Paragon do Not have as good a filter as the ones noted above, and Paragon CS told me they were designed to remove only chlorine for taste/odor reduction.
Customer Review: Good value countertop water filter
Summary: 4 Stars
I gave this product four stars only because (like most counter top models and even plumbed filters) it does not remove all chemicals (only expensive under-the-sink plumber-installed reverse osmosis -- I believe that's the name -- remove most, if not all, chemical contaminants).
That said, this model arrived intact and was very easy to install. Simply remove the cap (aerator) on your existing faucet and screw on the diverter valve. The diverter can be connected to a faucet with either inside or outside threads, and has a rotating collar to adjust the direction of the attached tube to the filter. The diverter has a "handle" which, when turned down, allows normal water flow. When turned half-way up, it diverts water through an approximately 2 foot tube to the filter. The back of my sink has a slight gap between it and the wall, so the approx. 3/8" tube tucked nicely behind, out of the way. The mini-faucet from the water filter extends far enough over the sink, and the system takes up little counter space. I have used the filter for drinking water and washing fruit and vegetables for over a month without any leaks or problems. The water filters quickly. I have to recheck, but the relatively inexpensive carbon filter can filter hundreds of gallons before needing replacing. The water is clear and tastes fine. The reason I bought the filter was that I thought that New York City water, coming from upstate mountain reservoirs was clean, although a check on ewg.com (Environmental Working Group), which has analyzed water supplies around the country, showed that there were pollutants. I was also concerned about what might be being added to the water as it travels through aging city pipes and those in my apt. building.
My only complaint was with the instruction sheet, typically very brief, although clear enough for the easy installation. A white plastic device was included which was not mentioned in the instructions and had me puzzled for awhile until I realized that it fit around the filter and is used to remove the plastic cover in order to replace the carbon filter. I have not had the filtered water tested, so I'm assuming it's removing what it's supposed to from the water. If so, it's a good value for the price.
Customer Review: Good water filter
Summary: 5 Stars
Great product, easy to set up. Water is as good as bottled without all the waste.