The poring nozzle on this pitcher is terrible! Other than that I love the filter and ...
594439
The poring nozzle on this pitcher is terrible! Other than that I love the filter and the water tastes much better
3948331
I have two of these pitchers and it's just me drinking from them.  Granted I drink 3-4 liters of water a day but the filtering slows down so significantly after two months of use that I'm left thirsty waiting for my water to filter.  For the price I think it should do much better than that!
4335282
Great filter, bad finishes. The water is well filtered. The plastics are not well designed. The seams under both sides of the handle cut into your hand.
2795107
I've had several ZeroWater pitchers that I've used for years without problems. When I noticed they made a tumbler, I immediately purchased it so I wouldn't have to lug multiple water bottles to work for drinking throughout the day. By the middle of the third day of use, the water started to taste strange. I also noticed the filter looked especially brownish in color. When I got home and checked it with the TDS meter from my home pitcher, it registered 021. That's crazy high for not even 3 days of use. I'm on my second filter now, we'll see how long it lasts.
3681808
I've used PUR filter pitchers for years and will continue to do so IN SPITE of this pointless "warning system".

On previous pitchers, I'd simply affix a decal which showed the approximate length of time the filter would last (approx 2 months). And, without fail, about 6 weeks later, the pitcher would take longer and longer to fill,& I'd know it was time for a new filter.

My first inkling that the LED feature was useless was when I replaced the pitcher lid onto a filterless pitcher and received a "green light" that the (absent) filter was good.

That was when I began monitoring the LED pitcher's longevity with the calendar. The normal length of time a filter lasts in our household came and went,  and the pitcher was taking longer and longer to fill. Yet the green light signaled the filter was OK. Finally, it was a case of 'who're you gonna believe...me or your lying eyes', and I replaced the filter. Now I just ignore the blinking light, regardless of its color, and rely on the calendar.

Besides that, the LED lid is truly a nail breaker: suction is created each time the lid is attached, and it always has to be pried off. Chipped fingernails are becoming routine.
4491928
I know that the water in my neighbourhood is not the best tasting water. I decided to buy a pitcher water filter and started to do my research. I came to to conclusion that Zero Water had the best product in the market. When I received my water filter the filtered water tasted amazing! but a few weeks later the water started to have an acid taste. I measured it and as expected, the filter was not working any more, in fact it was adding this horrible taste to the water and according to the meter the faucett water and filtered water were measuring the same.
Then i started to read more reviews and multiple people were complaining of the same issue.
I decided to give zero water another chance... maybe I had a bad filter.... so I marked the day I installed my new filter: April 2nd. By April 28th I noticed the acid flavour again. I measured the water and the meter was displaying a 7.

This also starts when this residue starts showing on the unfiltered water section. There are these little balls that start getting yellow.

Regarding the usage I am the only one that uses the filtered water. I use it for every day drinking and for coffee and tea. I did notice that my water boiler build up residue is diminishing so i do think the filter works good.

I do agree with other reviewers, less than 4 weeks of life is too short for the price of the filter. also I don't know if that acid taste in the water is dangerous or not, I would prefer the water to taste back as it does from the faucett than the filter adding this strange taste.... at this point I am not sure if i should keep using it.

I also found a chart of gallons vs tap water TDS. My tap water is under 270, that should give me between 15 and 25 gallons. after making the math if I use 8 cups of water per day for 26 days I may already need a new filter. So it seems to be working as expected but unfortunately the life of the filter is too short.
1824390
The filter does a great job of filtering out the impurities, and makes the water taste noticeably better, but the design of the pitcher itself could be much better.  The pouring spout is very small, and the flip top sometimes comes loose when you're pouring.  Also, the shape of the pitcher itself makes it feel unwieldy and unbalanced when you're pouring from a full pitcher.

The design of the Brita pitcher is much better--unfortunately, Brita filters do not filter out nearly as much stuff as Crystal Quest, which is why I chose to switch to Crystal Quest.  If CQ would redesign their pitcher to be more "user friendly" it would be a terrific product.
1020311
I have not complaints about the pitcher but the filtration is somewhat disappointing. The chemical taste of the tap water is still very apparent. I guess I'll try a ZeroWater next time.
672772
I'm only giving four stars because of the reviews I've read on the water filtration aspect.  But I must say the pitcher has a lot of improvements to be had.  It's bulky and inconvenient.  If you do want water out of the spigot, you'll be holding the button for quite awhile, especially if you're filling a 4-cup stainless steel water bottle.  Your 'pouring' aim must be slow, precise & exact to your glass, or it overshoots.  It's taken me weeks to perfect that.  And the lid has to be toggled with for it to secure and latch in properly after filling with reservoir.  So, the waters great, but not fond of the engineering and design of the pitcher in many, many ways.  Keeping my Brita pitcher around and probably will be transferring the ZeroWater into that ease & convenience.
1472206
I was so excited to try this water filter but when I tried to wash the parts for use I could NOT get the reservoir out. I don't have time to wrestle a water filter as a busy mom of 3 and needs products that help and make our lives easier. This is THE WORST PITCHER EVER!!! To add insult to injury, it is not eligible for return. As a prime member I am shocked that I wasted my money on a piece of garbage without a refund/return possible. Disgusted.
4469965
PUR has the best filtration per consumer testing. Not to subtract, but the pitcher seems of cheap build and the 'permanent' battery is on the lid; no indicator on the filter itself. The lid doesn't secure well to the pitcher and loosely sits atop. Refills are easy without removing the lid.
2564583
While the taste of the water is good and I don't mind waiting extra time for my water to filter it all means nothing when the pitcher is cracked up the sides and water spills all over whenever i use it. I did not buy mine on amazon, but I think people should know PUR does not stand behind their product.  I emailed them and asked them for a replacement pitcher and they declined because I'd had it for too long. A piece of plastic that costs them probably $2 to make, they couldn't replace in good faith to keep me buying their  $10 filters. Never had a problem with brita.
2028792
Best quality water I've had from a filter, I liked that it was portable as it works well with the parttime delivery job I've been working. However this company needs to rethink the design as the tumbler itself is extremely brittle and even started cracking a month into use just from the slight pressure of my cars cupholder! Had to keep newspaper under my cup holders after that or it would soak my carseats! ZeroWater, please sell a stainless steel model! I have now bought this item TWICE, and my original filter is still working at 100%! Ridiculous!
3970483
Note: I bought this pitcher ($39+) and 3 replacement filters at Target. That said, this is absolutely THE WORST pitcher of any kind that I have ever experienced! DO NOT BUY THIS! I'd return it and get my ~$50 back had the charge slip not been thrown out.  It leaks Unfiltered water over the counter, table, floor, laps....when you're trying to pour UNLESS there is absolutely NO water in the "pour tray" (place where Unfiltered water goes--it's colored blue in the illustration on the page). And the filter that came with it quit working (no matter how hard it was shaken, PUR's directions for a sluggish filter) in the first week -- so I used a new replacement filter and now that's (less than a month later) not working. I wish my old PUR pitcher hadn't broken!!!  This version is just plain AWFUL!!!!
1097610
We have been using the filtration system for some time and it has worked well. However, when I replaced the filter with a new one, the system started leaking. We tried a few times to adjust it but every time it leaked. The only positive is that the stream of water is stronger than before. But I'm afraid the water coming out is not fully filtered.

I'm disappointed and unfortunately it seems I can't return or exchange this replacement filter. Might end up trying another brand.
2169634
Brita filters do a great job filtering water. I thought the large capacity and the dispenser system was convenient. Within a few days of purchase, it was leaking. I repaired this by tightening the nut and bolt system at the spout. About 9 months later, I am struggling with mold building up in the corners. I wash the dispenser weekly with warm soapy water and a non-abrasive brush. The sharp corners inside and also around the spout are VERY difficult to clean and that is where the mold builds up. I got rid of this and purchased the 10 glass capacity pitcher by Brita. The rounded design inside is less likely to grow any vegetation...
4442736
Water doesnt taste good coming through this filter. Air is shooting out of nozzle and water is leaking out of nozzle. Would never buy again!