7 best main filters

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

For a long time, people have paid close attention to the quality of water, which is used for cooking and household needs. Today, various treatment options have been invented, starting with the simplest jug and ending with complex water treatment systems. The best option in some cases is to install a main filter. With its help, it is possible to provide residents of a house or apartment with high-quality drinking water, as well as to increase the service life of household appliances (washing machines and dishwashers, irons and coffee makers). A wide range of main-line filters is presented on the domestic market. Recommendations of our experts will help you to choose a device with the best combination of price and functionality.

Selection recommendations

Purification degree. Main filters differ in the degree of purification. The choice depends on the quality of the water entering the apartment or house.

1. Residents of private houses who use wells or wells should first make a laboratory analysis of the water. If the maximum permissible concentration of chemical compounds is not exceeded, then you can limit yourself to the installation of a filter element to trap mechanical impurities (sand, silt, etc.).
2. The chemical composition does not meet sanitary requirements in all regions. In this case, filters are required that can trap compounds with a high MAC level at the molecular level.
3. Water is supplied to apartment owners after water treatment and iron removal stations. But on the way, she manages to acquire the smell of water pipes, often a turbid liquid flows from the tap after the next repair of the line. Cleaning will require an integrated approach using coarse filters and softening cartridges.

Performance. Since the main filter cuts into the water supply, the throughput becomes an important characteristic. It depends on the water consumption in the apartment or house. It is enough to analyze the water consumption over the past months in order to calculate the required filter performance.

1. Most often, users have enough throughput in the range of 15-35 l / min.
2. But if this volume of purified water is not enough, you should give preference to systems with a capacity of 45-80 l / min.

Design features. The role of the filtering element in main water purifiers can be played by meshes or cartridges.

1. Mesh systems are easy to maintain, affordable and durable. It is enough to disassemble the filter and rinse the mesh element with water pressure in the opposite direction to clear the clogged cells. But the filtration degree of such models is low.
2. The cartridges provide better water treatment. The filter element must be changed periodically, the frequency of maintenance depends on the degree of contamination of the water in the line. When choosing a model, it is important to pay attention to the standard. SL is more often used in filters for washing or in water pipes with one intake point. The BB standard provides high performance, allowing you to purify water for both drinking and washing.

We have selected the 7 best line filters for our review. All these models can be purchased in specialized stores in our country. When distributing positions, the editorial staff of the magazine relied on the opinion of the expert community, taking into account the reviews of Russian consumers.

Rating of the best line filters, the best line filters

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
Rating of the best line filters, the best line filters	1	Aquaphor Viking housing for cold and hot water	RUB 7,810
	2	Geyser Typhoon 20 VV cold and hot water filter	RUB 10,290
	3	New Water A082 for cold and hot water	RUB 7,060
	4	Aquaphor Gross 20	RUB 3,860
	5	Fibos Softening filter for cold water 3000 l / h	RUB 960
	6	Jumbo Geyser 20	RUB 3,050
	7	BARRIER VM 1/2	RUB 1,540

Aquaphor Viking housing for cold and hot water

Rating: 4.9

A high degree of water purification is provided by the main Aquaphor Viking filter housing for cold and hot water. The filter element retains sand and rust, organic matter and insoluble impurities, heavy metals and unpleasant odors. The experts appreciated the use of a stainless steel case, which withstands aggressive water for a long time. A polypropylene module is installed inside the case; it is responsible for the degree of water purification. Its resource is 100 thousand liters. A convenient design should be added to the asset of the model, thanks to which the filter is connected at any arrangement of pipes. The model wins our review.

Domestic users are satisfied with the quality of water purification, stainless steel housing, simple connection.

Advantages

• stainless steel body;
• durable cartridge;
• high-quality cleaning;
• affordable price.

disadvantages

• not detected.

Geyser Typhoon 20 VV cold and hot water filter

Rating: 4.8

Comprehensive purification of cold and hot water is provided by the Geyser Typhoon 20 VV filter. It is designed for many years of operation, the module is resistant to high pressure (up to 8 atm.). The experts liked the cartridge, which removes free chlorine and softens the water. Descaling takes place using a reagent-free technology, the basis of which is the “quasi-softening” effect. The manufacturer has used 304L stainless steel, which prevents corrosion of the product. The model is easy to connect, replacement of the cartridge is carried out without special keys.

Russian consumers liked the pressure and flow of the water, the quality of cleaning, and the good assembly. On the downside, they include an inconvenient system for attaching the filter element in the housing.

Advantages

• good pressure;
• high-quality cleaning;
• solid assembly;
• corrosion resistance.

disadvantages

• inconvenient fastening of the filter element.

New Water A082 for cold and hot water

Rating: 4.7

For a thoughtful design, the experts included the New Water A082 filter for cold and hot water. Due to its compactness, stylish appearance and ease of installation, the model deservedly took the third place in the review. The Russian manufacturer has made the case from food grade stainless steel; additional protection against corrosion is provided by electroplating. The filtration rate is 15 l / min, the maximum pressure reaches 26 bar, and the operating temperature range ranges from 5 to 95 ° C.

The owners in the reviews speak out positively about the stylish look, reliability, simple design. Of the shortcomings, the difficulty of replacing the polypropylene cartridge is noted; it takes a serious effort to tighten the union ring.

Advantages

• stylish appearance;
• stainless steel body;
• reliability;
• simple construction.

disadvantages

• it is difficult to change the filter element.

Aquaphor Gross 20

Rating: 4.6

The main filter Aquaphor Gross 20 is optimal for the purification of cold water. The body of the product is made of glass-filled plastic; a cartridge based on polypropylene is installed inside. Experts appreciated the high performance of the model (76 l / min), maximum outlet pressure (6.2 atm.). The asset should include an affordable price, a reliable bracket and a quick-release fastener. The advantage of the model is the ability to use a wide range of cartridges from other manufacturers. The filter stops one step away from the prize podium.

Domestic users are satisfied with the combination of price and quality, good performance, high-quality water purification. The disadvantages include the lack of a resource indicator.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• high-quality assembly;
• high performance;
• sturdy bracket.

disadvantages

• no resource indicator.

Softening filter Fibos for HV 3000 l / h

Rating: 4.5

The Fibos softening filter helps to improve the quality of very hard water. It is designed for cold water purification. Due to the high performance (3000 l / h), it is possible to provide water to all household appliances, from kettles to washing machines. The experts liked the ion exchange resin filter element, which effectively fights scale. The asset should include a long service life, an affordable price and ease of use. After cleaning, the water tastes better.

In the reviews, users expressed a lot of flattering words about the affordable price, good bandwidth and durability. But the resource of the replaceable filter leaves much to be desired.

Advantages

• good performance;
• effective softening and filtration;
• affordable price;
• simple construction.

disadvantages

• small resource of the replaceable module.

Jumbo Geyser 20

Rating: 4.4

The Russian development Geyser Jumbo 20 occupies a worthy place in the line of budget filters. It is designed to be connected to a cold water supply system (5-40 ° C). The model is a collapsible design, the body of which is made of blue polypropylene, and the lid is made of ABS plastic. The set includes brass nipples, the type of replaceable module is 20VB. The device can withstand a maximum pressure of 7 atm., The maximum productivity is limited to 45 l / min. The main filter closes the TOP-6 of our review.

Domestic users are satisfied not only with the quality of cleaning. Some owners use the filter as a support for small items. Of the minuses, there is a leak at the junction of the brass fittings with the body.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• good performance;
• high-quality filtration;
• simple installation.

disadvantages

• Brass fittings are leaking.

BARRIER VM 1/2

Rating: 4.3

The most affordable main filter in our review was the BARRIER VM 1/2 model. The water purifier effectively traps sand, silt and rust. The device is installed in a pipeline with cold water, the filtration rate is 10 l / min. The experts liked the small weight of the device (1.25 kg), this fact is explained by the use of plastic in the manufacture of the case. However, the filter can withstand high pressure up to 7 atm without any problems, so that users can not fear for the integrity of the device in the event of a water hammer in the water supply line.

The owners of the filter note an improvement in the smell and taste of water, a decent filtration rate and ease of installation. But standard polypropylene cartridges do not fit inside the case.

Advantages

• affordable price;
• retains mechanical impurities;
• removes odors and unpleasant aftertastes;
• simple installation.

disadvantages

• standard cartridges do not fit.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.