Countertop Water Filter

Pros and Cons of Countertop Water Filters

Are you concerned about the quality and safety of the water you use for drinking or cooking, you might consider getting a countertop water filter. It is one of the most popular kitchen fixtures in today's homes for a number of reasons.

There are several things that sink water filters have going for them.

• Many models are relatively inexpensive.
• They are easy to install.
• They are easy to use.
• You can choose to turn off or turn on water filtration whenever you like.
• Filters are readily available.

Most of all, a countertop water filter  can make the tap water in your kitchen -- or wherever you choose to install it -- simply more palatable. One of the things people mostly complain about when it comes to tap water is its smell and weird taste sometimes. This could be due to the chlorine that is used to kill harmful microorganisms in the water supply. A faucet water filter can be effective for chlorine removal, as well as the removal of particulates.

In addition, a countertop water purifier is economical. A high quality model can give you cleaner and better drinking water for about eight dollars a month, much cheaper than buying bottled water.

Common Countertop Water Filter Complaints

While it is true that a faucet water filter has its advantages, it is equally true that it is a far from perfect appliance. Here are some of the most common complaints about it:

• It contributes to countertop clutter, reducing space for activities like washing dishes and preparing food for cooking.
• It does not contribute much in the way of attractiveness, often not fitting in well with kitchen décor.
• Filters have to be replaced often.

Also, quite a few countertop water purifier systems are unable to eliminate harmful microbes, bacteria, and molds from the water coming out of your faucet.

If you are thinking about getting a countertop water filter, there are a few things you should consider. If your water comes from a city or municipal system where it is treated and purified, then a sink water filter would probably be adequate for removing chlorine and basic impurities.

What Are Consumers Saying About Countertop Water Filters?

There are many countertop water filters from which you can choose, all of them with their pros and cons.

Take the Countertop Superior Water Filter System by BestFilters, for example. While many customers praise it for its price and its ability to improve the taste and smell of drinking water, it is also criticized for the learning curve associated with replacing its filters.

The Watts 500315 Countertop Drinking Water Filter similarly gets good reviews, with a few complaints mixed in. People like its ease of installation and solid performance, but dislike its appearance and the effort it can take to change the filter.

Read countertop water filter reviews here.  

Have your water tested first and see if a counter water filter is sufficient for your requirements. If it is, do your research: find out what other people are saying about various brands and see if a manufacturer's product meets industry standards. This will help you choose the right countertop water filter for your home.

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