AFW Filters Iron Pro 2
Score: 85/100
Aquasana SimplySoft
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Aquasana SimplySoft® 40,000 Grain Water Softener is a highly efficient, certified whole-house system designed for households up to five people, featuring metered regeneration to save salt and water. Its main limitation is a low iron reduction capacity (1 ppm) and lack of power backup. It is best suited for users with city or well water who prioritize efficiency and certified performance over high iron removal.
The AFWFilters Iron Pro 2 is a combination water softener and iron filter designed for whole-house treatment of hard water and ferrous iron. It utilizes fine mesh resin and a Fleck 5600SXT digital metered control valve to remove hardness minerals, iron, and manganese while regenerating on-demand based on actual water usage. It is best suited for homes with 2-5 people dealing with both hard water and ferrous iron contamination.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
64,000 grainsbest | 40,000 grains | |
16 GPMbest | 11.02 GPM | |
2 gallonsbest | — | |
5 personsbest | 5 personsbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 62 inches | 43 inchesbest |
| ↓ lower better | 13 inchesbest | 16 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 14 inchesbest | 30 inches |
10 yearsbest | 5 years |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Build & Durability(2) | ||
Tank Material | Unknown | N/A |
Warranty Length (years) | 10 years | 5 years |
Power & Compliance(2) | ||
Power Source | Electric | Corded Electric |
Certifications | None Listed | NSF/ANSI 44, CSA B483.1 |
Performance & Capacity(4) | ||
Grain Capacity (grains) | 64000 grains | 40000 grains |
Service Flow Rate (GPM) | 16 GPM | 11.02 GPM |
Resin Volume (gallons) | 2 gallons | N/A gallons |
Operating Pressure (PSI) | Unknown PSI | 20-125 PSI |
System & Control(4) | ||
Regeneration Control Type | Digital Metered | Metered |
System Type | Combination Softener/Iron Filter | Single Tank |
Salt Requirement | Standard Salt | High Efficiency |
Display Type | Digital | LCD |
Physical & Installation(5) | ||
Height (inches) | 62 inches | 43 inches |
Width (inches) | 13 inches | 16 inches |
Depth (inches) | 14 inches | 30 inches |
Installation Type | DIY | Professional Recommended |
Weight (lbs) | Unknown lbs | 230 lbs |
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Professional analysis highlights the system's efficiency in combining softening and iron removal with metered regeneration to reduce resource consumption. The fine mesh resin is noted for its durability in iron-rich conditions, though experts caution that it is strictly for ferrous iron and requires separate solutions for ferric iron issues.
Data indicates that users value the all-in-one nature of the system and the convenience of DIY installation. However, there is limited consumer feedback available, making it difficult to assess long-term user satisfaction or recurring maintenance complaints beyond the standard salt refill requirements.
The product is positioned by Aquasana as an efficiency-focused solution, highlighted alongside the 60,000 Grain model as an option for different household sizes.
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