We'd been using bottled water since we didn't want the waiting and repeated frequent re-filling that goes with the traditional pitcher water filters. We had already bought an on-tap water filter but the adapters wouldn't let us fit it to our new faucet when we shifted houses. We saw and ad on tv for the clear2O pitcher and decided to give it a go- hands down, it turned out to be the best purchase we made last year! After almost a year of using it continuously, here are our views on it.
Pros:
Clean taste- instantly noticeable
Very Fast filling- as advertised
Large Capacity- Fills and holds about a liter and then some
A clear indicator to show when the filter needs changing- on average, about once every 2-3 months, depending on the number of people in the household.
Value for money- $10- $15 per filter, depending on if you buy it in a pack or single, it's a deal any way you look at it, considering that's all you pay for clean, fresh water for at least 2 months, not to mention that it's made for the 'want it yesterday' folks, who don't have the patience to wait for water to trickle through a filter or an on tap filter, as you would with other brands.
Cons:
The hose that fits onto the faucet can be a little tricky at times to attach and detach, just take a wee bit of practice.
The hose is a bit short so as a result you need to have space in your sink to stand the pitcher while you fill it- a little difficult when you have dishes in it!
Taking it apart to clean it is a little tough as the portion that holds the filter is a little tough to separate from the main body. Having said that, the tight fit does ensure that there are absolutely no leaks!
Overall though, this is a sound product. I was afraid the attachment that connected the hose to the faucet would break soon but it's still going strong after all this time, so it's definitely well constructed. I would highly recommend the Clear2O pitcher to anyone who is considering buying a pitcher filter or even an on-tap model, mainly because of the speed with which it filters and the 'clean' taste. No wonder it earned Good Housekeepings 'Good Buy' for 2008.
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