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liquiclear · 10 months

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Discover sand filters: Ideal for removing suspended particles, sediment, and debris from water. Learn about applications like pre-treatment, well water treatment, and swimming pool filtration. Benefits include sediment removal, improved water clarity, and protection for plumbing and appliances.

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abhaysingh01 · 11 months

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Bobble - A Unique Water Bottle by Nirvana Being

Are you in search of the ultimate travel water bottle? Look no further! Whether you're embarking on a camping adventure or a hiking expedition, Bobble is your ideal companion. This unique BPA-free resuable water bottle features an activated carbon filter that effectively separates impurities and germs from the water. Enjoy a safe and clean drinking experience with Nirvana Being's Bobble, your reliable travel companion.

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waterfiltergurus · 22 days

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SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter Review: A Data-Driven Analysis

The SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter is a whole-home water filtration system that uses catalytic and bone char carbon media to remove chlorine, chloramine, fluoride, PFAs and more from an entire home’s water supply. We installed and tested this system in a home in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, with the primary intention of reducing fluoride. Overall Score: 9.13 How We Test & Score 9.42 Contaminant Reduction 8.40 Design 9.75 Maintenance 10.00 Filtration Rate 7.00 Setup 8.65 Company What We Like Fast peak flow rate of 14 GPM Completely removed most of the contaminants in our water Long-lasting filter media of 6-10 years No annual maintenance required Upflow design increases filter media contact with water Long warranty & free shipping for orders over $75 What We Don’t Like Difficult install - may require a professional installation costing extra Doesn’t address all contaminants Not certified for performance or materials safety Returns policy is poor Price$900.00Contaminants Reduced10+CertificationsNot certified for any reduction claimsProcessCatalytic + Bone Char CarbonFilter Capacity1,000,000 gallonsAnnual Cost~$40WarrantyLifetime 📊 Scoring Data We measured the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter’s performance across 6 key testing categories, combining and averaging the data to obtain an overall score for the system. Below, we’ve shared the key performance data that we used when testing the system. CriteriaResultsOverall Score9.13Health Related Contaminants9.80Aesthetic Related Contaminants9.90Performance CertificationNot certified for any reduction claimsFiltration Rate14 GPMComponent QualityExceptionalComponent CertificationNot certifiedSetupWeakServicing RequirementsOutstandingCosts$0.0009/ gallonWarranty LengthLimited lifetimeShippingFree on orders over $75ReturnsFailing 🚰 Contaminant Reduction Score: 9.42 The big advantage of a whole-house system like the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter is that it can remove contaminants from an entire home water supply, rather than at a single faucet or fixture. But for this reason, the system is significantly more expensive than a point-of-use system, so we wanted evidence of its contaminant reduction abilities to ensure it was money well spent. There were two factors that we used to test the SoftPo system’s contaminant removal performance: data from our own water testing using a third-party lab, and official performance certifications, which (if applicable) are found on NSF, IAMPO, and WQA databases. Our Performance Testing Score: 9.81 We used a SimpleLab Tap Score test to assess the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter’s contaminant reduction performance with our own home’s water. We choose to use laboratory tests instead of DIY tests for this aspect of our analysis due to their increased accuracy and ability to test for a more extensive range of contaminants. We received SimpleLab’s sample kit to collect samples of our water, then shipped them off to the lab for professional testing. Our sample-taking process involved following Tap Score’s strict protocol to ensure our results were as accurate as possible. We took the “before” water sample several weeks ahead of the “after” sample: - We took our first sample of water before we installed the system at the beginning of March 2024. - We then took our post-install test samples a month and a half later at the end of April 2024, after the system had been in use for that long. We wanted to give the system at least a month to operate before we took our samples to ensure it could capably filter our water beyond the initial few days after installation. Good to Know: When analyzing our results, we could toggle between a few different water quality guidelines to determine the safety of the contaminants detected in our water. We chose to use the Tap Score HGL (Health Guideline Level), a benchmark that prioritizes human health and is stricter than the federal MCL. The next table lists our pre- and post-filtration test data, so you can see how each contaminant was addressed by the SoftPro Chlorine+ Filter. Health-Related Contaminants Score: 9.80 Our unfiltered water test detected trace levels of 9 contaminants with possible health effects: chloroform, total THMs (two disinfection byproducts), copper, fluoride, zinc, aluminum, barium, nickel, and strontium. Some of the known health effects of these contaminants are: - Developmental outcomes - Immune system issues - Kidney and liver problems - Carcinogenic (cancer-causing) effects We used a separate test for PFAS - the Cyclopure PFAS test - since we wanted a more in-depth PFAS analysis option than our Tap Score test offered. This test detected 2.5 PPT (parts per trillion) of a PFAS compound, MeFBSA, which we also wanted to remove from our water due to the dangerous health effects associated with PFAS exposure. Our water quality wasn't terrible to begin with, but we were still concerned about a number of contaminants detected - especially disinfection byproducts, which were detected in concentrations very close to exceeding the Tap Score HGL. Also, a big reason why we tested this SoftPro system is that we wanted a whole home filter that would remove fluoride from every tap, so we had high expectations for the unit’s fluoride reduction abilities. When we got our post-filtration test results back, we were pleased to see that the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter had completely eliminated both disinfection byproducts, fluoride, zinc, aluminum, nickel, and strontium from our water. Copper was also reduced by 97%, and our separate PFAS test showed that MeFBSA had been eliminated entirely. Barium and strontium actually increased slightly post-filtration, and 0.2 PPM of nitrate was detected when it wasn’t present in our unfiltered water, but we think these were normal fluctuations in our water quality that occurred in the 1.5 months between the two tests. However, it does tell us that the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter doesn’t address any of these contaminants. We were super pleased with the outcome of these results, especially the fact that the system eliminated fluoride thanks to its bone char carbon media, which has been proven in studies to be highly effective for this purpose - something that similar systems we’ve tested (like the SpringWell CF) couldn’t remove. Aesthetic Contaminants Score: 9.90 Chlorine was the only aesthetic contaminant that our unfiltered water contained. We used a rapid-results test strip to DIY-test for chlorine ourselves because of chlorine’s highly volatile nature - it would dissipate from the water before it arrived at the testing lab. Our water is a chlorine-disinfected municipal supply, so we were unsurprised that the test detected 1 PPM of chlorine. In our second post-filtration test, no chlorine was detected, so the SoftPro Chlorine+& Fluoride system’s carbon media had performed exactly as we’d expected, capturing and removing chlorine to undetectable levels. Plumbing-Related Contaminants Several plumbing-related contaminants, or those that could be coming from our pipes or affecting our plumbing and appliances, were also detected in our water. These were copper, zinc, nickel, and sulfate. Post-filtration, the SoftPro Chlorine+ Filter had reduced 97% copper, and 100% zinc and nickel. Our water’s sulfate concentrations actually increased from 7.5 PPM to 23.6 PPM, which was an unexpected outcome. We don’t suspect an issue with the SoftPro system here - it’s more likely that the sulfate concentrations in our water fluctuated. Performance Certifications Score: 6.00 We have evidence from our own personal testing showing that the SoftPro system does a great job of reducing chlorine, fluoride, a certain PFAS, a couple of disinfection byproducts, and several metals, under our own specific testing conditions and water parameters. But what about the dozens of other contaminants that our water doesn’t contain? Unfortunately, we can only test a filter’s ability to reduce the impurities in our own water. That’s why a system’s contaminant reduction score is also influenced by whether or not it has any performance certifications. The bad news is that the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride filter isn’t currently certified to reduce any contaminants, so it got the poorer score from us here. We know that the road to obtaining certifications is long and costly, but we think they’re especially important for expensive, whole-home systems like the SoftPro model and provide extra reassurance to folks who might be hesitant to part with their money. We still wanted to compare the contaminants that the Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter reduced in our testing with the contaminants it’s claimed to reduce. The system was excellent at reducing or removing chlorine, tastes, and odors from our water, as well as zinc, aluminum, nickel, and strontium. SoftPro claims to reduce all of these contaminants, so our own results were in line with SoftPro’s performance info. As for fluoride, this is a contaminant that SoftPro’s bone char carbon filter can remove, and was a big selling point of the system for us. The fact that the Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter also reduced MeFBSA was a bonus because this isn’t a contaminant that SoftPro claims it can address. The system didn’t reduce barium in our water, so in our testing, SoftPro’s claims to “remove 99%” of heavy metals weren’t true. We were also unable to evaluate the Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter’s ability to reduce the other contaminants listed on the product page - chloramine, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, herbicides, VOCs, iron, and hydrogen sulfide - because these weren’t present in our water. 🚦Filtration Rate Score: 10.00 Sustaining your home’s water pressure is particularly important when installing a point-of-entry system, since a PSI drop could affect the performance of your appliances and fixtures. That means finding a water filtration system with a flow rate that’s adequate for your household water usage. When we reviewed it, the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter was available in just one size, with a maximum flow rate of 14 GPM (it’s designed to operate on pressures of 30 -125 PSI). That’s a really decent flow rate that should suit homes with up to 6 bathrooms. We were pleased to see that the base model has this maximum flow rate because competitors’ base models have slower flow rates - for instance, the SpringWell CF1 has a flow rate of 9 GPM but costs the same price. Post-installation, our flow rate and water pressure remained the same, so the Chlorine+ system got the top score from us in this category. 📐 Design Score: 8.40 Design-wise, the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter is our preferred configuration. We’d rather make a bigger upfront investment in a tank-based system that doesn’t have the same long-term maintenance requirements as a cartridge-based system. The system has only a few main components and is intended for a POE installation, upstream of your hot water heater. It gets shipped in a box that contains: - The control valve - The tank - The parts box, containing smaller components for the installation process - The owner’s manual We noted that the system felt sturdy and durable, but it didn’t get the top score from us in this category because it isn’t certified for materials safety. Component Quality Score: 10.00 We awarded the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter the highest score for component quality because it looks and feels solid and resistant to years of use. The tank also has a neoprene jacket guard to protect against corrosion and humidity. However, some of the fittings and fixtures use plastic components, which may not be as durable as copper or brass alternatives. Certification Score: 6.00 Our own experience with the SoftPro system’s design was positive, but it would have been further sweetened with an official design certification for materials safety. Unfortunately, this isn’t something that the system currently has, so it got the lower score from us here. Filter Materials & Media The SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter contains high-grade catalytic carbon filtration media and a bone char carbon filter. Catalytic carbon is an upgraded version of activated carbon that’s capable of reducing additional contaminants, including chloramine and hydrogen sulfide. Bone char carbon has its own unique performance benefits, including the ability to remove fluoride, which is what sold the system to us. Like activated carbon, both these carbon media are derived from natural materials and are considered safe to use for water filtration purposes. Unlike some of its competitors, the SoftPro system doesn’t use a sediment pre-filter, so you might need to install one if your water contains sediment. (This is more common for groundwater well supplies). Upflow Filtration Something unique to note about the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride system is that it has an upflow design. That means the filter media is turned upwards from the bottom, so water can circulate through the tank better. The purpose of this is to improve the contact time between the water and the carbon media, improving efficiency and allowing for more thorough water filtration. As far as we could tell, this upflow design didn’t have any negative effects and didn’t reduce flow rate. ⚙️ Setup Score: 7.00 We awarded the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter’s setup score based on the time required for the installation, and its difficulty level. It got a lower score here because it needs to be installed at your POE, which is a more complicated process. The SoftPro Chlorine+ installation manual is helpful and detailed, covering all the information you might to know about the install process and answering a lot fo questions. The manual states that a professional installation is recommended. We gave the system to a friend with a lot of professional DIY experience, and he was able to install the system himself. If we were installing the system in our own home, we would have hired a plumber as we’re not handy and we wouldn’t want to risk getting something wrong and damaging our plumbing supply. We also wanted to ensure that we complied with our local plumbing codes. The installation process took just under 2 hours. While most of the parts for installation were provided, our friend reported that he needed his own tools, including two adjustable wrenches, a copper pipe cutter, a copper pipe measuring tool, an abrasive scotch-brite pad to smooth the cut pipe, and plumber’s tape. The home's plumbing was copper, so he installed the system with copper pipe. He did have to buy a few parts that weren’t included with the unit, including copper pipe, elbow connectors, shark bite connectors, and grounding wire - this last component is essential and prevents dangerous shocks in the event of a short circuit. Note: You may need two people to carry the unit to the install location due to the weight of the box. 🔧 Maintenance Score: 9.75 One of the reasons why we were interested in the SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter is its lack of maintenance. It got a great score in this category because it costs virtually nothing to operate and requires only one maintenance task. Servicing Requirements 9.50 This SoftPro model doesn’t have a sediment filter, and the media in the tank is designed to last up to 1 million gallons or 6-10 years*, so its servicing requirements were essentially non-existent. We haven’t had to replace the carbon media yet, but we’ve checked the instructions in the user manual and the process seems DIY-friendly, if not a bit fiddly. You may need to enlist in a strong family member or friend to help you empty the old media out of the tank. *If you’re wondering why the estimated media lifespan varies, it’s because it’s affected by your water quality and usage. The quicker you reach the 1-million-gallon capacity, the sooner the media will need to be replaced. Additionally, if your water’s TDS is high, the media will get clogged at a faster rate, shortening its lifespan. Costs Score: 10.00 The SoftPro Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter is very affordable to maintain, largely owing to its lack of any filter cartridges. We calculated the system’s ongoing cost as $0.0016/ gallon, based on the system cost divided by the number of gallons that the media is expected to last. If you prefer to invest slightly more upfront in a system that costs pennies to run in the long term, this SoftPro model should tick your boxes. 🏢 Company Score: 8.65 Finally, we wanted to assess SoftPro as a company, comparing its warranty, returns, and shipping offerings to its competitors. SoftPro got a good score here, and its warranty impressed us the most. But once we read the terms for the returns policy, we were less impressed - and that affected its overall score in this category. Warranty Score: 10.00 SoftPro warrants its systems’ control valves with a limited lifetime warranty (this excludes wear parts such as the piston, spacers, seals, and injectors as applicable). The tanks also have a lifetime warranty, but the media doesn’t have a warranty of any length. You can view SoftPro’s warranty terms here. Shipping Score: 9.00 All SoftPro orders of $75.00 and over receive free shipping in the USA, excluding Alaska and Hawaii. SoftPro didn’t get the best score here because it requires a minimum spend for free shipping, but given the price of the system, you’ll get free shipping with your initial order anyway. Returns Score: 6.50 SoftPro does offer a returns policy, which is good. You can try the Chlorine+ & Fluoride Filter for 6 months, and if you choose to return it within this time, you’ll get a refund. But there are a few stipulations - your refunded total will be minus the original shipping cost and a 25% restocking fee. That means you can’t actually try the system risk-free as you’ll lose at least a quarter of your initial investment if you choose to return it. This guarantee also excludes special orders, commercial systems, media, consumables, and test kits. Found this review helpful? Comment below or share this article! Read the full article

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octogwaterpurifiers · 1 year

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Is the RO water filter system loud?

Hi there! We are OCTOG RO Water Purifier Thanks for reaching out about the frequently asked question called, is the RO water filtration system loud?

The gurgling sound you may hear from RO water purifiers is the sound of wastewater flowing from the membrane to the drain. RO water purification systems are built in such a way that water flushes the concentrated contaminants out of the system. This flushing process prevents the unit from fouling. If you hear "hissing" sounds from your water purifier, contact a water specialist because there could be an issue with the air gap or the water pressure.

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mrgreen-420 · 6 years

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Screen Queen with some Jamaican Dream from Eva Seeds

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sodimate · 2 years

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Sodimate provides complete solutions for discharging and metering powdered activated carbon (PAC) that can be easily installed and adapted to the needs of any water treatment plant especially for hazardous areas Ex, Ed or ATEX. Contact to have a custom designed and pre-engineered equipment depending on the application.

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himmers-official · 2 years

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Eco-Friendly Tritan Water Bottle With Juice Infuser BPA Free

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pearlwater121 · 2 years

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Importance of Domestic Carbon Filter & Sediment Filter

Learn about the importance of Domestic Carbon Filter & Sediment Filter from our blog. Visit our site & explore our products, also get one for your water purifier.

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liquiclear · 10 months

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Discover the power of carbon filters for water treatment. Remove chlorine, improve taste and odor, eliminate organic contaminants, and reduce heavy metals. Enhance water quality for a healthier, better-tasting experience.

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seicaneandroidcarstereo · 2 years

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Hydroponic Equipment Store

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waterfiltergurus · 2 months

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Kind E-3000 Review: A Data-Driven Analysis

The Kind E-3000 is a whole-house water filter and conditioner that combines three cartridges to remove contaminants and prevent scale formation. We tested the system on municipal water in the mountains of Colorado, to find out how it affected our water quality and flow rate, and how it compared to other systems in terms of design quality, value for money, and more. Overall Score: 8.51 How We Test & Score 8.23 Contaminant Reduction 8.40 Design 9.50 Maintenance 10.00 Filtration Rate 7.50 Setup 8.80 Company What We Like Effectively reduced contaminants in our testing Also greatly reduced scale formation Uses certified components & has a lifetime warranty More affordable than similar systems Low-maintenance What We Don’t Like Not performance certified Some contaminant concentrations increased post-filtration Only one size available (although this should be fine for most folks) Fairly complex POE install Price$1,998.00Contaminants Reduced160+CertificationsNoneProcessMechanical + Catalytic CarbonFilter Capacity80,000 gallonsAnnual Cost~$120 – $300WarrantyLimited Lifetime 📊 Scoring Data We personally tested the Kind E-3000 ourselves, measuring its performance across 6 different performance categories. We combined and averaged this data into an overall score for the system. You can see the key scoring data we used when reviewing the E-3000 in the next table. CriteriaResultsOverall Score8.51Health Related Contaminants8.40Aesthetic Related Contaminants9.90Performance CertificationNot certifiedFiltration Rate15 GPMComponent QualityExceptionalComponent CertificationNot certifiedSetupBelow AverageServicing RequirementsExcellentCosts$0.0018/ galWarranty LengthLimited LifetimeShippingFree on orders over $99Returns120 days 🎬 Video Review https://youtu.be/SYsQiwpG7IY?si=uI0Os8K5uFkGTXV0 🚰 Contaminant Reduction Score: 8.23 As a whole-house water filter and conditioner, the primary purpose of the Kind E-3000 is to remove contaminants and reduce hardness deposits. So our first port of call was to test our water quality before and after filtering it through the system, so we could analyze how it performed with our own water. We also wanted to know whether or not the Kind E-3000 had an official performance certification for its contaminant reduction abilities - this was the other key data that affected its score in this category. Our Performance Testing Score: 8.48 Before installing the Kind E-3000, we tested our water to find out exactly what contaminants were present. We used a service called Tap Score for all our testing in this project. Our initial results were unexpected, which led us to repeat the test again. We’ve discussed this in more detail later, but you can also see our two sets of results in the table below. Health-Related Contaminants Score: 8.40 Our top priority was to remove the 12 contaminants with health effects that were detected in our water, including fluoride, disinfection byproducts, and lead. Long-term exposure to these contaminants has been linked to health effects including liver and kidney issues, developmental problems, blood effects, and gastrointestinal issues. We analyzed our test data using the lab’s Health Guideline Level benchmark, which prioritizes human health and is much more strict than the federal MCL standard. Chloroform, total THMs, and lead were all detected above the Tap Score HGL, so we were particularly keen to reduce these contaminants with the E-3000. As we mentioned, we tested our water twice, for reasons we’ll explain shortly. Below, we’ve discussed our results for each test individually. Our Test 1 Results In test 1, our post-filtration results showed that the Kind E-3000 reduced chloroform by 93.5%, but it only reduced lead by 58%. This outcome was surprising to us because the filter uses solid catalytic carbon block media, which should be able to remove 100% chloroform and do a much better job at reducing lead. However, there was always a chance that lead was leaching from our plumbing downstream of the filter, making it appear to reduce less lead than it actually did. But we decided to re-test our water after replacing the filters, and that’s when we realized that we’d made a mistake during installation. Before we talk about what we found, let’s discuss which other contaminants were addressed by the filter in test 1. Fluoride levels decreased by 40%, barium dropped by 73%, strontium was eliminated entirely, and nickel and zinc were reduced by 6% and 9%. Sulfate increased by 4%, and chloride by 9%, suggesting potential fluctuations in the water coming from the distribution system. But we got some strange outcomes, too: 0.134 PPM of aluminum appeared in our filtered water, and copper levels increased by more than 100%. Needless to say, we wanted to repeat the test to see if we obtained these unusual results the second time around. Our Test 2 Results When we went to replace the filters, we found that we’d installed them back-to-front. So, the sediment filter, which is intended to trap large particles first, was actually last in the sequence. We wondered whether this could have caused sediment in our water supply to damage the carbon filter cartridge, affecting its performance. So we installed a new set of filters, the right way around this time, and tested our water again. This time, chloroform and lead were both reduced by 100%, to below detectable levels. We can’t be certain whether the incorrect filter configuration was to blame, one of our initial filters was faulty, or perhaps the contaminants in our source water had fluctuated. Regardless, our tip is to triple-check your filter configuration if you’re using a multi-stage system with similar-sized cartridges. The mistake was easy for us to make, even when we thought we’d followed the instructions carefully. We test water filters all the time, but we’re still only human, and we do make mistakes occasionally. As for the other contaminants, fluoride levels only decreased by 20% this time. Nickel and zinc weren’t detected in our second test, but barium, which was reduced by 73% in test 1, was only reduced by 20% the second time. Sulfate increased slightly more, by 7%, but this time, chloride was reduced by 7% instead of increasing by this amount. 0.1 PPM of nitrates appeared, but aluminum wasn’t detected at all. Manganese, which wasn’t reduced in test 1, became undetectable in the second. Strontium actually increased by 18%, And copper, which had spiked dramatically in the first test, was significantly decreased by 97% in the second. So our test 2 results were still a bit random, but better on the whole. Aesthetic Contaminants Score: 9.90 We used the Hach chlorine test strip, included in our Tap Score test, to get a reading of the chlorine levels in our unfiltered water. Around 1 PPM of chlorine was detected, which makes sense given that we’re on a municipal water supply, which gets disinfected at the treatment plant. We tested our filtered water using another test strip, and this time, no chlorine was detected. The E-3000’s catalytic carbon block media had obviously done its job in eliminating chlorine and its associated tastes and odors. Minerals & Scale Reduction What makes the Kind E-3000 unique is that it combines two filtration cartridges with a water conditioning cartridge, so it’s also capable of reducing hard water scale formation. The third-stage eSoft Salt-Free Softening Cartridge uses a process known as template-assisted crystallization (TAC), which crystallizes hardness minerals and stops them from adhering to surfaces as scale deposits. The advantage of conditioning units like the E-3000 is that they help tackle the effects of hard water without the expense, maintenance, and salt usage of a conventional ion exchange water softener. But the E-3000 doesn’t actually soften water, so we wanted to test how effectively it reduced scale compared to a water softener. Before installing the system, we used a commercial descaler to clean the surfaces that come into contact with water, including our showerhead, faucets, and sinks. We then installed the E-3000 and monitored these surfaces every day. What was clear from the get-go is that the E-3000 is no water softener. We’ve tested conventional softeners that prevent scale formation entirely, which makes sense, given that they actually remove hardness minerals. With the E-3000, limescale still formed on our surfaces. That said, it was much easier to clean away with a quick wipe, and didn’t have the tough, abrasive feel of limescale with no water conditioning. Interestingly, although the E-3000 isn’t intended for hardness reduction, our initial test results showed that hardness did decrease by 10%, followed by a 20% increase in the second test. Calcium and magnesium levels decreased by 14% and 40% in test 1, but these increased by 44% and 55% in the second. These mineral fluctuations are another random outcome of our testing that we can’t offer a certain explanation for - but we think it’s most likely due to the design of the eSoft cartridge. This media collects hardness minerals, where they remain until they form micro-crystals and grow to a bigger size, at which point they’re released back into the water. Performance Certifications Score: 6.00 Performance certifications are a useful metric for us because they allow us to evaluate a water filter’s performance beyond our own limited testing. We could only test the Kind E-3000’s ability to remove the contaminants in our own water, so we’d value an official NSF, WQA, or IAPMO certification for the reduction of additional contaminants. However, the E-3000 currently isn’t certified, so it got the poorer score in this category. Kind doesn’t even provide a third-party testing performance data sheet for the E-3000. Instead, it shares a list of “chemicals addressed by carbon”, and another of “organics addressed by carbon”, which doesn’t tell us whether or not the E-3000’s carbon filter has been tested specifically to reduce these contaminants. We still wanted to compare the contaminants reduced in our own water with those that Kind mentions in these lists. We found that the filtration system did do a good job of reducing chloroform and lead, which were both included on the manufacturer’s “contaminants addressed” lists. The fact that the E-3000 also reduced fluoride, barium, nickel, zinc, manganese (in test 2), and copper (in test 2) was a bonus because these aren’t contaminants that Kind claims to address. 🚦Filtration Rate Score: 10.00 The Kind E-3000 is a point-of-entry (POE) water filtration system, and we measured its flow rate in gallons per minute (GPM). A fast flow rate is particularly important in a POE system because any interruptions in flow or water pressure could affect the operation of the fixtures and appliances around your home. The Kind E-3000 did great in this category because it has a high maximum flow rate of 15 GPM - higher than many of the other whole-house systems we tested. It’s suitable for homes with up to 6 bathrooms, and we appreciated that we didn’t have to pay to upgrade to a configuration with a higher flow rate - the E-3000 is sold in one size only. After we’d installed the system, we noticed no difference in the flow of water from our faucets and showers, and our water pressure was unchanged. 📐 Design Score: 8.40 Design is another vitally important element of a whole-house water filtration system. If the system breaks due to a design flaw or poor-quality components, there’s a risk of a major leak, so a high-quality design is a non-negotiable for us in our testing. The Kind E-3000 is a cartridge-based system, and it has three separate filter cartridges: a sediment filter, a carbon filter, and the E-Soft cartridge - connected to a metal mount. It’s smaller and shorter than a tank-based unit, with a height of 29 inches, a width of 23.25 inches, and a depth of 8 inches. This makes it a good choice for installing in homes with limited available space. Component Quality Score: 10.00 We were very pleased with the Kind E-3000’s component quality overall. The filter housings are made from plastic, but the mounting hardware is made from stainless steel, and has a durable, sturdy feel. We reached out to Kind’s customer service team to see exactly what materials are used in the E-3000’s design, and here’s what they said: “The system is made from a heavy-duty polymer composite and is backed by a limited lifetime warranty.” We did some research and found that polymer composites are polymer materials with a reinforcement, and they’re known for their durability - they’re typically used in automotive and aerospace applications. Polymers are versatile materials that are easily molded. Not all polymers are plastics (plastics are simply a kind of semi-synthetic polymer) but the look and feel of the Kind E 3-000 filter cartridges makes us pretty certain that they are. We were initially a little apprehensive about how the E-3000 would match up quality-wise to tank-based systems, which are usually made from tougher materials, like polypropylene. But we saw no signs of wear, such as cracks or breaks, throughout our test period, and all the most important parts (like the connections) feel solid and quality. Of course, because this system does use plastics in its design, it may not be the best solution for folks who are concerned about microplastics leaching and want to limit their water’s contact with plastic as much as possible. Certification Score: 6.00 Design certifications offer a great way for manufacturers to reassure customers about their filter quality and durability. We love to see materials safety certifications because we know that our own experience with a product doesn’t always tell the whole story. When a filter is certified, we know that the filter design quality has been approved by a trusted testing organization. Unfortunately, the Kind E-3000 doesn’t have any certifications for its design, so it got the poorer score here. Filter Materials & Media As we mentioned, the E-3000 combines three separate filter stages, and different media are used in each stage. The main stage is the solid catalytic carbon block filter, which uses a process known as adsorption to pull contaminants out of the water. Catalytic carbon is a special, modified version of activated carbon that has additional contaminant-reduction abilities - it’s much more effective at adsorbing chloramine, for example. Carbon media is typically made from natural materials, like coconut shell and charcoal. The sediment filter is a 5-micron pleated filter and can be washed and reused several times before it needs to be replaced. The eSoft cartridge uses tiny polymer beads called “carbonate crystal structures”. All filters are housed in plastic housing. ⚙️ Setup Score: 7.50 Our setup score for the Kind E-3000 was based on the complexity of the install process, and how long the system took us to install. It didn’t get the top score here simply because it’s a POE system, and filters in this category require the most complicated install. A lot more plumbing knowledge and skill is required in installing a whole-home system compared to a point-of-use system, and there’s a greater risk of things going wrong. But the E-3000 was, at least, one of the easiest whole-house filters to install. We some handy skills and DIY knowledge for the install, but it took us only about 45 minutes, which included shutting off the water and draining our plumbing system, cutting into our existing main water pipe, and installing the unit, which we mounted to our wall. The unit only requires 2 connections, which meant it was very difficult to get the process wrong (although we still managed to get the filter cartridges the wrong way around, as we mentioned earlier!). It can be installed at any type of pipe, including PVC, CPVC, copper, and PEX pipes. We decided to install the unit ourselves, which definitely says something about the ease of the process. Many other whole-house systems are too complex for us to DIY-install, and we had to spend extra on a plumber - but not with the E-3000. The filters didn’t need to be primed, which also saved us a lot of time and hassle. We just had to flush them by opening a cold water faucet and leaving it to run for 10 minutes, sending water through the system. 🔧 Maintenance Score: 9.50 We also had a good experience with the Kind E-3000 when it came to maintenance ease, frequency, and costs. Servicing Requirements 9.00 There were a few features of the system that made maintenance particularly easy and affordable: - We could flush and reuse the sediment filter multiple times before replacing it (every 12 months or so). - The eSoft cartridge never needs to be replaced, as it lasts the system’s entire lifespan. That meant our primary maintenance task was replacing the catalytic carbon cartridge and sediment filter, which last up to 1 year on average. So, the system is more maintenance-heavy than a POE tank-based system, which is easier to maintain because it backwashes the filter media, extending its lifespan for years. But we still found the process of replacing the filters very easy, using the included spanner wrench to unscrew the filter housing and replace the filter cartridge inside. There’s no filter countdown timer, so we had to make our own calendar reminders for when to replace the filters. Or, we could sign up to the manufacturer’s AutoShip program, so our filters got delivered once a year on schedule. Costs Score: 10.00 The Kind E-3000 has one of the lowest ongoing costs of all the whole-house water filtration systems we’ve tested - which is especially impressive given that it combines contaminant reduction with water filtration. We calculated that it has a maintenance cost of $0.0018 per gallon, based on the carbon and sediment filters’ 80,000-gallon capacity. Of course, this is assuming that the filters actually last this long - depending on your water quality and daily water usage, you might need to replace them more frequently. 🏢 Company Score: 8.80 Finally, we wanted to know how Kind’s company offerings compared to similar companies selling POE water treatment systems. We evaluated the manufacturer’s warranty, shipping, and returns policies, and we were generally pleased with Kind as a company overall. Warranty Score: 10.00 Kind’s products are sold with a limited lifetime warranty, which is pretty much as good as it gets for a whole-house water filter company. There are a few terms - the system must be maintained in normal working condition, and the warranty doesn’t cover damage due to improper use, installation mistakes, freezing, and natural disasters. One thing we appreciate about Kind’s product warranty is that it doesn’t get voided if you DIY-install your filter. Many other manufacturers say that their products can be DIY installed, but require installation by a licensed plumber to maintain the warranty. Kind gets extra brownie points from us for not requiring this. Shipping Score: 9.00 Kind’s shipping policy is great, too: all orders of new, whole house water systems priced over $99.00 are entitled to free shipping within the Continental United States. However, Kind doesn’t currently ship to Hawaii or Alaska at this time, and customers in Canada may have to pay a shipping fee. View Kind’s shipping policy here. Returns Score: 7.00 Kind offers a 120-day money-back satisfaction guarantee for its products, which sounds great on the surface. But there are a few stipulations to be aware of: customers have to pay the returns shipping fee, and they need to secure authorization before returning the product. Found this review helpful? 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