ZeroWater 10-Cup 5-Stage Pitcher - Best Pitcher for Maximum Contaminant Removal
This pitcher delivers near-reverse-osmosis level purity, featuring a built-in TDS meter to confirm the removal of dissolved solids, ideal for health-conscious consumers.
- +Includes a Total Dissolved Solids (TDS) meter to verify water purity
- +Five-stage filtration is certified to remove 99.6% of all detectable PFOA/PFOS
- +Effectively removes 100% of lead, chlorine, and fluoride in testing
- -Filter lifespan is shorter than standard carbon pitchers, increasing long-term cost
- -The ultra-pure, demineralized water can taste flat or distilled to some palates
- -Filtration speed is slower than many basic pitcher models
The ZeroWater 10-Cup 5-Stage Pitcher achieves a level of filtration uncommon in a pitcher-style product, rivaling some under-sink systems. Its unique five-stage ion-exchange process is designed to reduce total dissolved solids to zero, a claim verified by the included TDS meter. Laboratory tests confirm its exceptional capability, showing 100% removal of common contaminants like lead, chlorine, and fluoride. It is also one of the few pitchers certified to significantly reduce PFOA and PFOS, so-called 'forever chemicals' of growing concern.
The major consideration for users is the cost and frequency of filter replacements; the advanced media becomes exhausted more quickly than standard carbon filters, especially in hard water conditions. The resulting water is exceptionally pure, which some tasters find lacks the mouthfeel of mineral-rich water. For renters, travelers, or anyone unable to install a permanent system but unwilling to compromise on water quality, the ZeroWater pitcher presents a powerful and portable solution.