2020-10-30
I replaced a magnetically-secured external water filter/dispenser (everydrop, now discontinued, I believe) that was on the side of my fridge and installed into the tubing of my fridge/icemaker. The flow rate of this thing was incredibly slow, and its positioning on my fridge made kitchen life impractical. So, I came across this iSpring CT10-CL Countertop WATER FILTER through an amazon search. WE ARE SO PLEASED!! The installation was so simple -- no husband needed. There are other reviews stating that the tool doesn't help to remove the casing, or that the casing doesn't seal properly. However, in my experience, the tool is instrumental in the tightening and loosening of the casing, and I haven't had the slightest leak. The pressure is wonderful, keeping the filter submerged at all times and providing an excellent flow rate. My daughter and I both use 1gal water bottles for our daily drinking water, and my husband uses a half-gallon water bottle for his. I'm not standing at the sink for even one full minute to fill my jug (I do put about a quarter of it in ice). Even without the ice, my jug fills in fewer than 60sec. I used zip ties in a color that would camouflage them easily to keep the tubing out of the way. I do wish the tubing were available in black so that it could also be more easily camouflaged. However, that is my only complaint. Although not quite a complaint, I should mention that the everydrop water filter provided better-tasting water, but the flavor of the water from the iSpring is still very good and not so much a far cry from the everydrop filter. The flow rate, alone, makes the iSpring worth it. The everydrop filter/dispenser was about $75 USD and was more annoying than helpful. So, the iSpring is well worth the asking price. It comes with your first water filter, so you don't have to buy a water filter just to get the system started. As far as holding up, I've had it installed for over a month, now, and have had ZERO issues...NONE whatsoever. My filter is still very clean, and the flavor of the water has not changed at all. BUY THIS WATER FILTER!!!! YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!!
