PUR vs Brita vs ZeroWater: An Unbiased, Data-Driven Comparison

[@j-sonS]

I have been a zero water fanboy for a decade. Only issue i see is that it doesnt remove virus and bacteria. If Under a boil alert , you still need to boil and then filter once cooled.

[@waterfilterguru]

Yes, it's intended for use with treated water only in which microorganisms shouldn't be a concern

[@M4ver1ck01]

@@waterfilterguruplease test water2 filter being advertised in the uk I think it’s a piece of scams 😂 please help

[@waterfilterguru]

@@M4ver1ck01 thanks for the request

[@OYATqq]

How long does 1 filter last? How many gallons or litres?

[@BOOSTEDLASER]

@@waterfilterguru DID YALL TEST FOR MOST IMPORTANT VIRUS/BACTERIA?

[@rogervmantovani]

Could you create a video about the most effective products available for also eliminating hormones, pharmaceuticals, heavy metals, fluoride, and microorganisms and adding back the minerals? Thank you from the UK.

[@waterfilterguru]

This sounds like 3 different videos! Thanks for the request

[@nikkinanos.mindfulness]

It tried Zero Water the water was good for about 2 weeks and then started tasting really strange. I had to change the filter every two weeks ... not very cost effective got rid of it after 3 months.

[@waterfilterguru]

Sounds like the water you are filtering has elevated TDS. This is one of the issues with ZeroWater - they are _the most expensive_ filters to maintain over time that I've tested to date, costing on average $0.70/ gallon! Compare this to ~$0.10/ gallon that RO systems offer

[@TheNewenglandboys]

Put it in the refrigerator and keep the water cold. Room water temp will stagnate

[@candaceshanel]

Tnx

[@JA-fg7bi]

Can you do a video on adding back minerals to water. So many sea salts and trace minerals seem to test positive for lead. I am currently using Aussie Trace Mineral drops as they are one that I haven't seen any bad news about ...yet lol

[@waterfilterguru]

On it! Thanks for the request

[@McP1mpin]

The Brita Elite filter has been independently certified to remove all of those things it didn't remove in your tests. How does that happen?

[@waterfilterguru]

While the Brita Elite is certified to reduce 15 contaminants, it is not certified to reduce fluoride or uranium-two of the most concerning contaminants found in our real-world test. This raises an important point, however: understanding the specific contaminants in your water is essential when choosing a filter, ensuring the product you select effectively addresses your unique water quality concerns. Links to Brita Elite certifications: find.wqa.org/find-products#/keyword/OB06 pld.iapmo.org/file_info.asp?file_no=0013905

[@ocerco93]

crooked certificiation ? its business, thats how the business world works.

[@TheCulturallyLost]

is it okay to drink water from zerowater? the lack of minerals post filtration makes me question this?

[@waterfilterguru]

Some folks would prefer not to drink demineralized water. This is easily rectified by remineralizing before consumption. The same methods for remineralizing RO water could be applied here, check it out waterfilterguru.com/how-to-remineralize-reverse-osmosis-water/

[@brianhoefer7148]

I am on well water on the Oregon coast. My water enters thru a carbon cartridge, then drinking water goes thru a Pur faucet cartridge before being poured thru a Zero, and my Zero filters last for months.

[@waterfilterguru]

Right on, thanks for sharing! This is a great example of how pre-filtering can help to extend the lifespan of the more advanced and expensive ZeroWater filters

[@Alex-kb6xr]

Hello, can you review *The LifeStraw Home- water filter pitcher, 7 cup, glass with silicone base*? The company states "The only water filter pitcher that removes bacteria and parasites, in addition to microplastics." -Thank you

[@waterfilterguru]

Thanks for the request, I've got it on the list

[@andrefrederick3582]

What would be a good water testing kit to purchase

[@waterfilterguru]

Tap Score, hands down the best I've found ➡️ geni.us/ESjnv

[@rjbfreelander2]

Been using a few Zero Water pitchers for a while now. But one gripe on their smaller one is the grip handle on the lid is crap, no grip on it.

[@waterfilterguru]

And the lid likes to fall off - totally forgot to mention that in the video

[@SuperJayGames]

Love the videos and great information here, quick question though. Why was the Epic Water Filters Pure Pitcher not in this line up? Also was kind of curious how the Epic Water Filters Pure Pitcher preforms at filtering out lead.

[@waterfilterguru]

Check out our full water filter pitchers testing video where the epic pure was included! kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpzRlK1thdR1fNU

[@TH-eb5ro]

To have more reliable on the source water do it at the beginning also and compare differences. Also if you update this include recycling options for the filters.

[@waterfilterguru]

We did take an unfiltered water sample to get a baseline of the contaminants present in our water. Then compared results from each individual filter. This is how we were able to determine precise decreases/increases in contaminant detection

[@hi-fi3889]

Trying to learn here... Is it accurate you should re-mineralize water after toing through the zerowater filter?

[@waterfilterguru]

Yes, you may want to remineralize ZeroWater treated water. The combination cation + anion exchange resins in the filter produce demineralized water. Here are a few methods you can use to remineralize kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5TIoYOqaMyYq5o

[@user-qg3gv]

Hello, could you please test Santevia Mina's new Flouride filter?

[@waterfilterguru]

I have tested the Santevia MINA pitcher already, you can find my review and data her waterfilterguru.com/santevia-mina-review/

[@ketolion]

How should you go about adding minerals back into the water after using a ZeroWater filter?

[@waterfilterguru]

Check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5TIoYOqaMyYq5o

[@robertlee4172]

I find it odd; people would complain about the Zero Water smelling after a few months. When they just answered their own concerns. The pitchers, no matter the brand, develop mold inside and in the reservoir. Your supposed to wash them every couple of months, then soak them in a solution of 50/50 water and white vinegar. Calcium and magnesium shouldn't be a concern, if the proper amounts of fresh green veg is consumed daily.

[@waterfilterguru]

You bring up a few good points! But first, the fishy smell is actually attributed to the ion exchange resin in the filter, reaching capacity and starting to degrade. But you're absolutely right that regular cleaning is necessary! We actually advise weekly cleaning at a minimum. You're absolutely right that we get most of the healthy minerals we need from food, as long as we're eating a healthy balanced diet

[@robertlee4172]

@@waterfilterguru Oops! I responded to your other post before reading this one. Apologies. That was the order of each post.

[@Mr.C0ffee]

@@waterfilterguruhow do you clean them? Got a video about that?

[@orbitalplanets]

Waterfilterguru - have you investigated the "Aarke Purifier Glass and Stainless Steel Water Filter" pitcher? It has reusable filter cartridges and seems to be a more environmentally friendly option. It comes at a premium price, but is it worth it?

[@waterfilterguru]

Not yet, but its on my to-do list to look into

[@jcbrown02]

the pur filter in the video isn't a pur plus filter? it's the smaller one

[@waterfilterguru]

It is the PUR Plus filter

[@anonymousperson2342]

Wow! That’s a lot of good information. Do you reach out the companies and let them know? It’s good you brought good experience to it, how can I prevent the one thing from zero water that doesn’t really take out?

[@waterfilterguru]

You could prefilter with a cheaper activated carbon only filter, that should be better at addressing chlorine and its disinfection byproducts. Check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqqpmHxvjs2IfMk

[@prbnstn7538]

My replacement filters for the Brita did not fit snugly. As a result, incoming water could bypass the filter entirely. (Yes, I’m sure I installed it correctly.)

[@waterfilterguru]

Hey thanks for sharing. Which filter cartridges were they? Which pitcher vessel did they not fit? Where did you buy them? If they are legitimate filters they should be covered under warranty.

[@prbnstn7538]

@@waterfilterguru I bought HiSense filters that claimed they fit. The Brita is a 10 cup model. Unfortunately, I bought the filters some time ago as I wanted them on hand when the pitcher indicated I needed to replace it. The first replacement fit perfectly and was no problem. The second is the one that doesn’t fit snugly.

[@waterfilterguru]

Well that explains it. This is always a risk with non-OEM filters

[@stevefiorito5379]

I filter my water through my Brita Filter and then run that filtered water through my Zero Filter. This extends the life of my Zero Filter. Our municipal water is very high quality with an average dissolved solids content of 40 ppm. I have been aware that this filtering system essentially demineralizes our drinking water. We have to compensate for that.

[@waterfilterguru]

Sounds like you already figured out this hack 😉 kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqqpmHxvjs2IfMk What do you do to remineralize?

[@JimmyJimmyRiddle]

i use the zero filter , my only gripe is the springed button to release the water having arthritic hands , this makes it quite difficult - perhaps a tap would be better

[@serge3463]

Just add the mineral yourself

[@wizerdjuice9589]

Based on your past videos am using Brita into the Zero and a month of use is about all I get before the Zero filtered water starts to taste bad.

[@robertlee4172]

You're supposed to wash the pitchers and cover, during intervals of a few months. Like anything else, they harbour bacteria then develop mold. Soak with a mixture of 50/50 water and white vinegar.

[@waterfilterguru]

If you notice a fishy smell or acidic taste, that means the ion exchange resin in the ZW cartridge is depleted (not due to mold growth). What is the raw water TDS?

[@wizerdjuice9589]

@@waterfilterguru 257 this morning in Oahu, HI.

[@robertlee4172]

@@waterfilterguru"that means the ion exchange resin in the ZW cartridge is depleted" Ya, so, I looked it up. The IER is good for 5,000 to 10,000 gallons of water or 8 to 10 years of use. It's doubtful anyone would use the filter for that long a period. If they did, that's their own doing. The ZW instructions clearly indicate a maximum recommended volume of water, 40 gallons, before replacement of the filter. I have used a pitcher system for decades, and always wash the pitcher in soapy water, then soak the reservoir and pitcher in 50/50 solution of white vinegar and water. Neither of my Brita nor ZW pitchers developed that smell. Ever.

[@waterfilterguru]

​@@robertlee4172 When I said the resin is depleted, I meant it's ion exchange capacity - not the resin bead itself deteriorating. The resin beads in the filter are loaded with sodium or potassium ions. These are exchanged for cationic (positively charged) and anionic (negatively charged) contaminants in the water. When all sodium or potassium ions on the exchange sites on a resin bead have been swapped for other contaminants, that resin bead is depleted. When all or nearly all the resin beads in the filter have been depleted, the water can start taking on an acidic taste or fishy smell, depending on what contaminants were in the water which are now attached to the resin beads in the filter. This is why that fishy smell is so often associated with ZeroWater specifically, and not other pitchers that primarily use activated carbon.

[@literaticrux8292]

Uranium? Where did you test this, at the water fountain next to Reactor 4???

[@waterfilterguru]

Believe it or not, Uranium is naturally occurring and quite common in groundwater throughout the United States

[@sum_bum37]

Could you test the alexapure pitcher? 🙏🏼

[@waterfilterguru]

Thanks for your request, I've got it on my list to consider next time we test more pitchers

[@TashrikRahat]

So it means Zero water removes almost all the heavy metals from water ? Impressive

[@waterfilterguru]

Yes, this was the case with the metals detected in our limited test

[@MrRockstar1968]

Have you reviewed the Water2 under sink water filters?

[@waterfilterguru]

Not yet

[@MrRockstar1968]

@@waterfilterguru Let me know if you ever do as I'd be interested to know. Thanks.

[@waterfilterguru]

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[@klmjtr]

@@waterfilterguruhave u done a review on the Walter table top version?

[@lukerush9043]

I live in Scotland UK and we have the worst water in the world I need to get this filter

[@j.s.3297]

The chloroform of 2.4 ppb on the zero water in far below the epa standard of 70ppb in drinking water.

[@waterfilterguru]

Keep in mind the EPA's MCLs (maximum contaminant levels) in drinking water are established to balance risk to human health with costs borne by water treatment facilities. The most conservative _human health only_ focused guidelines recommend a limit of 0.22 PPB for chloroform in drinking water.

[@shawnachs]

Which is best for PFAS?

[@waterfilterguru]

Clearly Filtered geni.us/VsUZHW1 is certified for PFOA/PFOS reduction, two of the most common PFAs compounds

[@carloscueva7492]

Thoughts on distilled water ??

[@waterfilterguru]

Distillation is one of the best methods to purify water - but it has serious limitations. The process takes an extremely long time to distill a relatively small volume of water, making it not a feasible option for many folks. Similar to reverse osmosis, distillation will demineralize the water, so remineralizing before consumption may be prudent.

[@carloscueva7492]

@ isn’t rain water pretty much distilled water… can you answer, what water filtration do you use for your home ?

[@waterfilterguru]

@@carloscueva7492 Yes and no. Rainwater can pick up contaminants from pollution the air - so it might not be as pure as you'd think! I use a countertop reverse osmosis system (the Aquatru and Aquatru Carafe geni.us/chlQv5o ) for my drinking/ cooking water, as I live in a rental situation.

[@j.s.3297]

I've been using the pur plus for years but may go to zero water becuase of flouride.

[@waterfilterguru]

Thanks for sharing your experience

[@gman1868]

Clearly Filtered FTW ! ;)

[@serge3463]

I use city water here in Charlotte, North Carolina and I used pur ! Question is once the water goes through city filter and then it goes through pur, is is good water or does it have a whole bunch of fluoride in it?

[@waterfilterguru]

You can find information about whether or not your water is fluoridated on your water utility's website!

[@MatthewAdamAda]

Charlotte water is excellent. You’re fine.

[@Rational-Faith]

Hi Guru. I just binged your channel (thank you!) and noticed you've never mentioned the under-sink AquaTru system, even though you praise the countertop versions. I'm ready to buy it, but I’m wondering if you have any concerns about the high pH (10.7) of the water after the mineral boost VOC filter. Thanks!

[@waterfilterguru]

The Aquatru Under sink system geni.us/uNU5X uses the exact same filter cartridges as the Classic countertop version. I personally don't have concerns about how alkaline the remineralization filter makes the water. In fact, many people pay big $ for alkaline water (just look at the bottled water industry). From a health perspective, I'd recommend talking with your doctor about any benefits/ risks of drinking alkaline water. I've heard some folks complain they don't like the taste of alkaline water, so it might be prudent to go to the store and buy a bottle of alkaline water (like Essentia) to taste before investing investing in this system to determine if you want to use the remineralizing filter or not.

[@Rational-Faith]

Thanks a lot! I appreciate your input and your channel.

[@pauldelzer]

question- did you ever tested the Pristine Hydro under sink unit? it's a 2000$ investment? is it worth it? thx

[@waterfilterguru]

We've not tested that one yet

[@YarisBaldinotti-m2x]

Love your videos , great job! Cold you test the Amway Esping water filter? Thank you !

[@waterfilterguru]

Thanks for the feedback, glad to hear my videos are helpful! I'll add this Amway filter to the list to look into. Thanks for your request

[@IAmDasani]

I thought fluoride was good for health and teeth, they even sell bottled water with added fluoride. Why would we try to filter it out of the water? Is it bad now?

[@waterfilterguru]

Research has suggested that fluoride can potentially cause cognitive development issues, especially in children. See this article ntp.niehs.nih.gov/whatwestudy/assessments/noncancer/completed/fluoride

[@georgevavoulis4758]

You make us not trust anything . What do you use .

[@waterfilterguru]

Water Quality can vary drastically from place to place, that's why I recommend a data driven approach to choosing a water filter. Check out this video where I explain the step by step process kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIaXpIObp5ZsapY

[@lovly2cu725]

Pro one

[@waterfilterguru]

I tested it too, check it out kzbin.info/www/bejne/a5mbaK1op6Zphck