Best Countertop Water Filter in 2024 (15 Brands tested, 6 Winners)

Wondering which countertop water filter is really the best? We tested, rated & ranked 15 popular brands. Our data-driven ranking system considers contaminant reduction, filtration speed, design, ongoing costs, and more.

Here’s what we found out:

👉 Not every countertop water filter is best for everyone. There is no ‘one-size-fits-all’ solution.
👉 Popular brands like Berkey and Brita didn’t make the list
👉 Testing your water is vitally important to ensure you get the right filter for your situation

In this video, Brian reveals the best countertop water filters for different needs and preferences.

This video is NOT sponsored. Some product links are affiliate links which means if you buy something we'll receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.

📒 Show Notes 📒

1️⃣ The Best Countertop Water Filters

⏰ Chapters ⏰
0:00 Best Countertop Water Filter in 2024 (15 Brands tested, 6 Winners)
0:54 Aquatru
3:31 Waterdrop King Tank
5:26 Epic Pure Dispenser
6:54 RKIN U1
8:46 Clearly Filtered Pitcher
10:18 ProOne Big+

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[waterfilterguru]

What is your favorite countertop water filter? Let us know below! ⬇

[shoelaced]

I had that exact AquaTru unit for years and then I moved out of the country and didn't have room to take it with me. I loved it and I wish I could have kept it!

[ivdubgti]

I won the auction on a brand new Aqua Tru Classic on ebay for $178. So thats the one i went with. So far i really like it, no more hundreds of plastic bottles and having to lug heavy cases of water to my 4th floor condo. I have a Zero Water dispenser that i took the filter out of and just fill it with the Aqua Tru and put it in the fridge.

[DustinLeVent]

Watched a few of these reviews -- best content out there. Great editing and presentation!

[mytapscore]

Thanks for the new video Brian! It's so helpful to see the systems in action like this. Will you release more reviews on the individual filters too or do another test in the future?

[ryansanders]

Just discovered your channel. Perhaps a video idea for you could be what are best choices for Canadians? Thanks so much!

[melissasullivan]

Thank you for taking the time to review these systems. I was hoping you might be able to answer a question. I have a Berkey, are those the filters the same as the #2 "King water drop system"? I am unable to get filters for it due to the law suit... which is also concerning. If you know anything about it please feel free to share your opinion. Thank you again. :)

[vboccanf]

@waterfilterguru - Great review, thank you! Does the AquaTru filter out micro plastics? I mean the main reason for using one of these over bottled water is to eliminate microplastics from the bottles.

[AlwaysKeepStirring]

Thanks for this. Seriously just helped me make a decision on this!

[BasedPolitics_]

You are the man! Thanks for all you do. One question - you specifically mention that all the filters were efficient at filtering fluoride except for the epic pure dispenser. Did this filter not do well in this area? On their website they state being able to filter ~97% of fluoride. Thank you!

[samtang]

Thanks for the video! Which filter do you recommend that's portable and perfect for traveling to remove fluoride, heavy metals, and bacteria?

[abrooklyngirllinda]

i'd really be curious how the SANS system (not a pitcher filtration) stacks up against the Aquatru. This is my biggest

[glebo]

i really appreciate your research and knowledge sharing. We need people like you to filter out the bad products as water is vital to our health. THANK YOU

[bebeb]

what I am looking for is a gravity system that can filter lake or river water.

[Simonko]

i have noticed no one and i mean not a single soul tested any philips water pitchers or the water stations you might want to give this a shot and be the first ! would love to see how one compares to well any pitcher

[yiannislolos]

Are you going to review the British Berkefeld/Doulton filters? specifically the ultra sterasyl or fluoride candles

[SN-winn]

Thank you for Al the valuable information. I have a concern regarding the plastic containers. What exactly is the difference in those versus the plastic bottles of water we buy at the store?

[_evilqueen]

Was the Pro One the only filter that effectively removed biologics? Is that why you recommended it for emergencies? Just wondering how the King Tank did in that regard. Just found your channel as I'm looking for possible Berkey alternatives. Thanks!

[hoopslife]

Thanks again for the video Brian so I tested my water with Tap Score and I got the results back I'm on city water and it had levels over the HGL on Bromodichloromethane, Chloroform, Dibromochloromethane, Arsenic, Cadmium, Lithium and Uranium. What filters do you think would be the best options?

[thefrugivoreanimal]

Great video! Water is a unpopular topic that needs more visualization of people for them to understand the importance of good quality water for a better health.
I have a traveler Berkey filter, can i have the filter from proOne installed in them?
Thanks