Is this better than PUR? Which have cheaper replacement filter? If I run out of filters, can I still use this as an ordinary pitcher?
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I think they are both comparable, but I've had Britta for years. I have run out of filters and that just means you don't get filtered water, you're just using it as a regular pitcher. It won't hurt it if you don't have the filter. I recommend buying them in bulk; three to a package. You can also get six in a package at Costco for a much lower price than if you buy them at the grocery store. Well worth it, though to keep up with your filters.
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I haven't tried PUR so I am not sure. We got a package of replacement filters at Home Depot. And yes, you can use the pitcher. It's sleek and nice looking.
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I've never used a PUR pitcher system, but I can say that the quality of the Brita is very good (water tastes great). Replacement filters can be found on Amazon for $13.79 per 3/pk (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00004SU18/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc;=1). The filter unit and lid come off, so this can be used as a simple non-filtering pitcher if needed.
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I've only used this pitcher with the tea maker that belongs to it. Mr. Coffee makes replacement pitchers for all of it's models so if you can't find it on here then just google Mr. Coffee iced tea maker and you will find what you are looking for.
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We've used Pur filters for quite awhile and they always lasted me months. But this last batch of filters have had the same problem as everyone else here. The filters are lasting about two weeks. They never used to do that! I'm angry, too. These things are expensive and to replace them is going to be expensive.
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I'm actually out of town but I did read that the containers need to be cleaned like every three months.I believe the filters last from 6 mos to a year. I'm sure it drpends on your currant water quality.I also did research the cost of the parts and found them to be very affordable! Just look on Amazon and you will see too...I definitely wouldn't let that be a deterrent! It's definitely cheaper than the faucet or pitcher models! I love this product!Hope this helps!
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Look under Brita Replacement Filters for UltraMax. My larger filters are for PUR.
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All the newer pitchers have the same filter. They're available in 3 packs, 5 packs and 10 packs. Brita Water Filter Pitcher Advanced Replacement Filters, 3 Count (Packaging May Vary)
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Hi. Milt. I think it filters water better than any filter I have used. I bough one for all my family members. plus it comes with a tester / meter to measure the PPM in any water. This filter will bring it down to 000. Use any other filter and its 50-250 PPM. The filter in the pitcher lasts a long time. Hope I answered your questions, Mark
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1. There is a little see-through sticker that comes with the pitcher, and a smaller marking sticker that you use to show when you put the new filter in, and the month that is two months later. For instance, I put the little marker over August - October. That will remind me that the two months is up. However, I live alone, so I figure my filter will last at least twice as long, so in October, I'll move the marker to October - December. I would use the 40 gallons, but that's just my opinion. 2. I'd have to think the shelf life of the unused filters is extremely long. I believe it's just charcoal inside a plastic casing, and I don't know why that would go bad. I ordered a pack of three spares, and I'm not worried about them going bad. I will probably take me at least a year to use them up. This water, cold, tastes delicious - the first water I've enjoyed drinking. (I'm not much of a water drinker, so having this pitcher has helped me drink more and keep hydrated much better than before I got it.)
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It will not fit a Pur. I don't know about a Reduce pitcher. I think each filter is made for a specific pitcher. Good luck!
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I use this system at home, and a larger version (from a chemical supplier) in the laboratory that I manage. We routinely use the industrial version for a couple of years, because the water it is purifying has already been distilled, so the demand is low. There is no reason that the filters should not last for that time, assuming the useage is low enough. KLL
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I don't believe this is the correct pitcher for that model. That model appears to have a center drip. This one has a side drip.
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I really don"t know this one at all as I have never filtered hot water just cold water only and I boil water in a kettle or sauce pan. You might as we go to (http:www.pur.com)to find out more or do a search for pur water filters to get their website unless you have a box of replacements and can contact the company by a phone nber on that box.
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this is what worried me most about ordering the Zero Water Pitcher BUT I have been very surprised at how long it has lasted (I am still on the first filter and it just reached 002). It has been at least 2 months so far and we fill the pitcher 2 or 3 times a day. I love the Zero Water 10 cup Pitcher. nancy settel
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I had a bad time with this pitcher. The water didn't taste right. I didn't test it- just compared by taste test to other water and tap water tasted better so I returned it!! Good luck.
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i love these filers, i have a brita system, it fits it well, but dont know if it fits pur systems. i keep them on hand so i wont run out, so i looked on back of box and they have a 1877# they are only open on the weekdays so call to ask them next week to ask the # is 18776283242
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I would like to know the answer to that question also. Can you just get the silicon ring replacements? Love the water pitcher. Worry about losing the ring
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Hi, These 2 units use the same filter, and they are not listed on the Multipure web site. They use the most common filter. The countertop unit on the Multipure site is plastic now not stainless. They must be older models, but I would prefer the stainless over plastic. The filters will always be available, and if you get on the auto ship program from Multipure, you can save $$.Which ever one fits your fancy. They are sold by 2 different companies and neither has free shipping.Definitely buy one. You will be doing yourself and whoever else drinks the water a huge favor.Sorry about the delay. I was caught up in the flooding in Colorado. I was not directly affected, but friends were. Hi, These 2 units use the same filter, and they are not listed on the Multipure web site. They use the most common filter. The countertop unit on the Multipure site is plastic now not stainless. They must be older models, but I would prefer the stainless over plastic. The filters will always be available, and if you get on the auto ship program from Multipure, you can save $$.Which ever one fits your fancy. They are sold by 2 different companies and neither has free shipping.Definitely buy one. You will be doing yourself and whoever else drinks the water a huge... » Read More Hi, These 2 units use the same filter, and they are not listed on the Multipure web site. They use the most common filter. The countertop unit on the Multipure site is plastic now not stainless. They must be older models, but I would prefer the stainless over plastic. The filters will always be available, and if you get on the auto ship program from Multipure, you can save $$.Which ever one fits your fancy. They are sold by 2 different companies and neither has free shipping.Definitely buy one. You will be doing yourself and whoever else drinks the water a huge favor.Sorry about the delay. I was caught up in the flooding in Colorado. I was not directly affected, but friends were. « Show Less