The Ultimate Buyers Guide To The Top Rated Water Purifier
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There are several top rated water purification types that you need to be aware of when you’re searching for purified drinking water. These include RO+UV purifiers, RO purifiers, UV purifiers and gravity based purifiers.
In this complete guide, I’m going to give you an overview of some of the top rated purifiers that come under these different categories.
S8Q-PA VIQUA Home UltraViolet Water Disinfection
This water purifier is one of the most efficient UV purifiers for the home with new technological advantages.
It’s been designed to solve many problems faced by people using conventional purifiers.
The purifier is fully automatic. Check its rated flow against your household's needs.
UV light can kill bacteria, viruses and parasites, but the CDC notes that UV requires clear water, because particles can shield germs. It also doesn't remove chemicals, lead or sediment.
This purifier is economical and energy efficient, providing chemical-free water treatment for your household.
It has low maintenance costs and is easy to maintain. You don’t have to turn off the water in order to replace the UV lamp.
It also shows you if the lamp is running low, has an alarm if the system fails and the chamber is made of stainless steel.
SteriPEN Adventurer UV Personal Handheld Water Purifier
This water purifier uses an optical sensor to detect the water.
The patent-pending technology allows for safe utilization and the high quality insulating sleeve on the UV lamp permits purification of even the coldest water.
It’s fast, easy to use, very effective and light, and can be used in the home or on the go.
The UV light inactivates bacteria, viruses and protozoa when used as directed in clear water.
Dirty water needs to be filtered to remove the particles before the purification process starts.
The purifier has a LED light that alerts you when the purifier is ready to start the treatment process.
The UV lamp has a rated lifespan, and the device indicates when the battery is running out of power and needs to be replaced.
SteriPEN Water Bottle Pre-Filter
This pre-filter features a durable 40-micron filter cartridge that strains out particles from water when you fill up the bottle by submerging it or pouring water in to the filter.
The filter can be stored easily on your Nalgene bottle when you’re on the move.
This filter is fantastic for hiking trips.
SteriPEN Pre-Filter can fit openings of Nalgene and comparable wide mouth water bottles.
It doesn't purify water on its own. It removes sediment so a UV purifier like the SteriPEN can work properly.
Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Microfilter
This microfilter removes bacteria and protozoa such as Giardia and Cryptosporidium. Like other portable microfilters, it doesn't reliably remove viruses.
Activated carbon at the core of the filter improves taste and reduces some chemicals.
It has an easy-fill bottle adapter or bag and is compatible with many hydration systems.
It’s not heavy, which makes it easy to use. It has a .2 micron glass fiber filter media designed for high output.
The cartridge is guaranteed to have a long life because of the cleanable filter protector screen that extends its life.
Life Straw Personal Water Filter
This filter removes waterborne bacteria and protozoa by filtering water to 0.2 microns. It doesn't remove viruses or chemicals, so use it on clear streams and lakes rather than water that may carry sewage or chemicals.
It’s ideal for those traveling or adventuring.
It filters a rated volume of water without chemicals; check the current model's capacity. The purifier also comes in a durable bag for easy storage for emergencies.
This filter device requires no chemical, batteries or moving parts and so is very easy to maintain. It weighs about 2 oz, so it's very portable and easy to operate.
If you’re a frequent traveler, hiker, camper, scout or hunter then this Life Straw water filter is the ultimate choice for you.
Conclusion
When purchasing a water purifier you need to know what exactly you want to use the purifier for, the type of purifier, the suitable size, its features, and the purchase and maintenance cost.
It’s also important to understand how the purifier works and how the maintenance process is carried out.
The above reviewed are the top rated 5 water purifiers for your home, travels and emergencies.
Sources
- Water Disinfection for Travelers, CDC Yellow Book
