Brita UltraMax Elite
Score: 78/100
Brita UltraMax White
Score: 74/100Rankings
The Brita UltraMax with Elite Filter offers high-volume water filtration with significant lead and contaminant reduction, making it ideal for households with safe municipal water. Its 6-month filter life and electronic indicator enhance convenience, though it lacks comprehensive heavy metal coverage like arsenic filtration. It is best suited for families and offices needing large volumes of improved-tasting water without complex installation.
The Brita UltraMax Large Water Dispenser with BritaPlus Filter offers a massive 27-cup capacity and slim design, making it ideal for high-volume households and offices. It effectively reduces chlorine and heavy metals, though the plastic construction feels less durable than premium alternatives. It is best suited for users who prioritize volume and fridge compatibility over premium build quality.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 monthsbest | 2 months | |
— | 1.74 gallons per hourbest | |
6.3 gallonsbest | 6.3 gallonsbest | |
1 stagesbest | 1 stagesbest | |
9.67 inches | 10.47 inchesbest | |
13.94 inchesbest | 5.67 inches | |
5.19 inches | 14.37 inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 pounds | 2.78 poundsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance & Filtration(3) | ||
Contaminants Reduced | Lead, PFNA, PFBA, Asbestos, Chlorine | Chlorine, Mercury, Copper, Zinc, Cadmium, Asbestos, Benzene, Lead |
Filter Lifespan (months) | 6 months | 2 months |
Flow Rate (gallons per hour) | null gallons per hour | 1.74 gallons per hour |
Capacity & Dimensions(4) | ||
Height (inches) | 9.67 inches | 10.47 inches |
Width (inches) | 13.94 inches | 5.67 inches |
Depth (inches) | 5.19 inches | 14.37 inches |
Product Weight (pounds) | 3.0 pounds | 2.78 pounds |
Design & Installation(1) | ||
Filter Type | Elite | Standard |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers assess the Brita UltraMax as a practical, large-capacity option for households with generally safe tap water, praising its solid lead reduction and cost-effectiveness while cautioning against its limited coverage of arsenic and fluoride.
Everyday consumers generally praise the product for its convenience, large capacity, and noticeable improvement in water taste, though some complain about space requirements and inability to filter arsenic/fluoride.
Professional reviewers praise the Brita UltraMax for its large capacity, ease of use, and excellent filtration performance, awarding it high scores for taste and flow rate, though they note the plastic walls feel flimsy.
Everyday users echo the praise for the massive capacity and convenience, noting that the 27-cup size is significantly larger than standard pitchers, with no specific recurring complaints beyond general mentions of build quality.
