Brita UltraMax
Score: 72/100
Brita UltraMax Elite
Score: 78/100Rankings
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 is a large-capacity water dispenser designed for families and offices, offering 27 cups of filtered water to minimize refilling. It features a slim, fridge-friendly design and effective chlorine removal, though it lacks the advanced contaminant reduction of the Elite variant. It is best suited for busy households that prioritize volume and convenience over maximum filtration purity.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
2 months | 6 monthsbest | |
6.3 gallonsbest | 6.3 gallonsbest | |
1 stagesbest | 1 stagesbest | |
10.47 inchesbest | 9.67 inches | |
5.67 inches | 13.94 inchesbest | |
18 inchesbest | 5.19 inches | |
| ↓ lower better | 3 poundsbest | 3 poundsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Performance & Filtration(2) | ||
Contaminants Reduced | Copper, Cadmium, Mercury, Chlorine | Lead, PFNA, PFBA, Asbestos, Chlorine |
Filter Lifespan (months) | 2 months | 6 months |
Capacity & Dimensions(3) | ||
Height (inches) | 10.47 inches | 9.67 inches |
Width (inches) | 5.67 inches | 13.94 inches |
Depth (inches) | 18.0 inches | 5.19 inches |
Design & Installation(1) | ||
Filter Type | Standard | Elite |
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Expert reviewers awarded the Brita UltraMax a 9.0 performance score, praising its exceptional flow rate and effective chlorine removal, while noting the Standard filter's maintenance frequency as a drawback.
Consumer feedback is limited, but expert assessments indicate general satisfaction with build quality and performance.
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.
