How long does one filter last? Family of 4, will use for drinking and cooking. Thank you.
161998
Well not sure exactly because we have a family of 2 and we have used about 13 gallons in lil over a month 。。。we use it for drinkin and cooking also so maybe times that by 2 should get you a pretty close estimate
161999
the 200 gallon size filter will filter 200 gallons so you have to gauge your family's water usage to predict when you hit 200. I have had my filter for 6 months now and have only filter 116 gallons of water and I only use it for drinking
162000
Hard to answer since it's just two of us. But it's rated for 200 gallons and we haven't had to change it before that gallon count. It does seem to last much longer (months) than our previous culligan one.
162001
16 cups is 1 gallon. And this filters 200 gallons. So 16 x 200 is 3200 cups of water a year. And if you drink 8 cups a day x 365 days a year that is 2920 cups of water every year. And 9 cups a day x 365 days a year is 3285 cups of water every year. So somewhere in between 8 and 9 cups of water every day. Now multiply by number op people in your family and how much you use per day and devide by 3200 and you will see how long it will last.For example 4 people is 3200 / 4 = 800 cups per person. Or if you drink 8 cups a day 2 people will be 1 gallon. So 4 people will be 2 gallons a day. And it lasts 200 gallons. So 200 / 2 = 100 so it will last 100 days. A little over 3 months. 16 cups is 1 gallon. And this filters 200 gallons. So 16 x 200 is 3200 cups of water a year. And if you drink 8 cups a day x 365 days a year that is 2920 cups of water every year. And 9 cups a day x 365 days a year is 3285 cups of water every year. So somewhere in between 8 and 9 cups of water every day. Now multiply by number op people in your family and how much you use per day and devide by 3200 and you will see how long it will last.For example 4 people is 3200 / 4 = 800 cups per person. Or if you drink 8 cups a day 2 people will be 1 gallon. So 4 people will be 2 gallons a... » Read More 16 cups is 1 gallon. And this filters 200 gallons. So 16 x 200 is 3200 cups of water a year. And if you drink 8 cups a day x 365 days a year that is 2920 cups of water every year. And 9 cups a day x 365 days a year is 3285 cups of water every year. So somewhere in between 8 and 9 cups of water every day. Now multiply by number op people in your family and how much you use per day and devide by 3200 and you will see how long it will last.For example 4 people is 3200 / 4 = 800 cups per person. Or if you drink 8 cups a day 2 people will be 1 gallon. So 4 people will be 2 gallons a day. And it lasts 200 gallons. So 200 / 2 = 100 so it will last 100 days. A little over 3 months. « Show Less
355189
if you keep the filters cleaned on a regular schedule they should last for many years. check your cleaning requirements (very simple and easy to do)
957229
I buy the pack of 3 filters and I found each filter last approx 3 months with me drinking three bottles of water each day. So with 4 people drinking 3 bottle a day it would cost you roughly $45 a month as you would go through a filter every 10 days or so. But I really suggest you try them. I buy bottled water from a store that dispenses from filters funnels in 5 gallon containers (never the bottled water) and use that. In a short period of time you will LOVE the flavor you get. I keep it by my bed (a bottle) at night as well. Hope that helps Rick
162999
It comes with 1 filter which in a hard water area should last about 2-3 months. A light on the side of the filter holder will tell you when to replace the filter. Packs of 3 or more filters is the best buy. I don't know about some of the comments that say they are bad units, I have been using them for over 10 years with no problem, and great coffee with out chlorine taste. Life expectancy is 2-3 years and possible more depending on your water.
1126092
The filters are supposed to last about six months. However, I would definitely not buy this filter. Mine kept breaking and they kept sending me a new one until they finally suggested I get an AQ-5200. I love it. It is not pressurized, and the water stops immediately after you turn it off, unlike the other filters I've had from them. I would definitely buy that instead. I've only had it a week so I don't know if it will break, but they think it will not because of it not being pressurized.
2212501
I replace mine every three of four months. Could go longer, but we have a central well in our neighborhood and often get sediment in the lines that has to be flushed out (causing my filter to clog). Generally, activated charcoal filters should last 4-5 months.
937381
about 6-8 months if you have about 5 glasses a water a day. You will notice a slight change in taste when the filter is used up.
2238034
Hi! I think between 1-2 minutes should be good. You can fill either a pitcher (or gallon container) twice, and just empty that water out. Your filter should be good to go after that. Hope this helps!
538244
It's not measured in time but more like usage. Our well water is around 120 TDS and we filter a lot for cooking, drinking and portable use in stainless bottles. Usually around 5 gallons a day. We usually change filters about every 3 months. Note our water is already very good so this isn't typical. We have a large 2 filter water cooler style housing. That's around 30 gallons per month per filter. Much better than the advertised 15 or 16 gallons.
2003470
It really depends on your water. The higher the number from the wand (ppm) of your water the faster the filter will need to be changed. Our water unfiltered is about 34 and after 5 months we are on the same filter. We use at least two pitchers of water each day, usually more.
586818
These filters last practicly forever, if you keep them clean they don't realy wear out, if you are filtering tap water you will need to clean them once or twice a year, more often if the water is more contaminated. They do filter very slowly so you might consider adding extra filters to speed up the process, I have 3 in mine and I'm adding a fouth. Otherwise these filters work fantastik!
1334637
I don't have the product literature in front of me, but usually these things can go 3 months or so before the filter is changed out, especially if the water is kept clean. Filter longevity will depend on your water and how much stuff the pets might drag into it.
85678
We change our filter out monthly. It gets used a lot as well. We are a family of 6.
436692
My filter was in use and was not replaced for approximately 18 months. I would say we have moderate water and ice usage.
85677
I'd say the two-month time on each filter applies if you're using it a lot, say 5 liters a day. Otherwise, you can keep it for 3-4 months.
1244260
Uses 4 filters at once, so it filters faster. Each filter filters 3000 gallons (I called the company to confirm by the time I want to purchase it). So, just change the filters after 12,000 gallons filtered. Another tip I wished I knew before, be patience with the taste. Just after three full filtration I finally got the amazing and fresh water taste. I have been using it for about two month for all the cooking and drinking, love it. It is worth each dollar and all the research I did.
60352
I personally ignore the light indicator. Changing the filter really depends on how much you use it. The filter is good for 100 gallons of water or 1,600 8oz cups. Usually last for about 3 months again depending on how often you are running water threw it. Hope this helps.