Thanks to its ability to remove harmful substances from water, the MineralClear Vertical Faucet Water Filter receives high marks across the board from Water Filter Comparisons. The filter attaches to standard water faucets and relies on replaceable filters to make water clean. In addition to reducing the presence of toxins like chlorine, the MineralClear Vertical Faucet Water Filter also keeps water free from harmful bacteria like giardia, which causes stomach illness, and dangerous pesticides.
Able to purify 200 gallons with a single filter, the Culligan Faucet Filter FM-15A provides clean, safe water straight from the tap. The filter also makes water taste and smell better, according to Consumer Search, which recommends the Culligan Faucet Filter for its ability to withstand clogging, even with frequent use. Small in size, the filter attaches quickly to most faucets, comes with a two-year warranty and removes six types of contaminates from water.
Manufactured by Pure Water Products, the Reverse Osmosis Filter is recommended by MetaEfficient and both custom built and standard models are available. The countertop filter connects to the faucet via a hose and features a tap for accessing purified water. Pure Water Products recommends filling storage containers with filtered water from the system to keep a constant supply on hand, preventing a wait as more water goes through the carbon-based system. The unit can also be attached to garden hoses for outdoor use.
Small but powerful, the Aquasana AQ-4000 connects to standard sink taps and removes toxins, but not healthy minerals. The filter removes microscopic organisms that cause illness in addition to unhealthy substances like lead, chlorine and benzene. Also, the Aquasana AQ-4000 has the ability to remove pharmaceuticals from water, which may enter local waterways when pills are improperly disposed of. The smell and taste of water is also improved by the filter, making each glass delicious.