Clean water is essential to a healthy lifestyle, yet not all water filters are equal. The top brands, like Berkey, use microfiltration technology to eliminate chemicals from water sources – one such brand being the top-ranked system on the market.
Berkey may offer lower upfront purchase costs than Alexapure; however, its filter lifespan and replacement costs must be taken into consideration before making your choice.
Cost
The Alexapure Pro gravity-fed water filtration system is one of the premier gravity-fed water filters available, capable of filtering 200 gallons per filter – more than enough for most families; however, its filters can be expensive and it takes too long to filter one gallon, rendering this less suitable as an emergency shelter option or bug out solution.
Another drawback of the Alexapure Pro system is its tendency to clog, likely caused by mineral build-up that leaves an unpleasant rubber taste in some customers’ water. Furthermore, customer reviews on Amazon show that the system doesn’t filter fluoride as effectively as Big Berkey does.
The Big Berkey also outshines Alexapure Pro when it comes to filtering out carcinogenic hexavalent chromium, with better removal rates of contaminants and removal rates overall, although additional fluoride filters will likely be required due to its stainless steel body which tends to rust more often than other models.
Warranty
Both the Big Berkey and Alexapure Pro can effectively reduce or remove most types of contaminants from drinking water, with the Big Berkey typically being more effective at this task. Furthermore, its filter lifecycle tends to be longer with lower replacement costs compared to its Alexapure counterpart.
The Alexapure Pro can filter up to one gallon per hour, and with additional filters it can handle four gallons at once. Furthermore, its upfront purchase cost is lower than its Big Berkey counterpart.
Both systems receive positive reviews with an average customer review rating of 4.7 stars on Amazon, though some customers have reported experiencing rust-like staining to the stainless steel body and frequent system clogging issues; it is advised to flush and rinse regularly, in addition to replacing filter regularly and rinse before use on Alexapure Pro models; its spigot may sometimes produce an unpleasant rubber flavor due to internal parts.
Filter life
Black Berkey filters outshone Alexapure filters by offering significantly longer lifespans; up to 6000 gallons before needing replacement is achievable with them. This is partially due to their multilayered filter media elements with twists and turns in their design that ensure contaminants are fully absorbed by filtration media granules, creating a complex maze which ensures they reach every corner and corner before requiring replacement.
Berkey offers a BPA-free system made from food-grade plastic with a clear design to let you know when refilling is due. Alexapure units only feature glossy finishes that show fingerprints more easily. Berkey stands out with its matte stainless steel finish which hides fingerprints more effectively, creating a modern aesthetic more attractive than plastic units offered from this vendor. Berkey also features an easy refill indicator system and clear design so users know when refills are due.
Appearance
The Alexapure Pro gravity water filter features two chambers and utilizes carbon and silver-based filters to remove contaminants, though unlike its Big Berkey counterpart it does not bear either the NSF or WQA certifications for safety or efficacy. That being said, its use remains safe; maintenance requirements may include occasionally cleaning its filter element to prevent buildup of minerals which would compromise filtration rates.
The primary difference between the Big Berkey and Alexapure lies in their models available. With multiple lightweight travel versions and BPA-free plastic models to choose from, users are able to tailor a model selection that best meets their needs and budget. Alexapure Pro on the other hand only has limited model choices but carries higher upfront purchase costs; both systems nonetheless boast excellent capacity and long filter lives.
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