iFilters CNTP-1C
Score: 65/100
Brita UltraMax White
Score: 74/100Rankings
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.
The iFilters CNTP-1C is a portable, single-stage countertop water filtration system designed for easy faucet connection without permanent installation. It utilizes a 0.5-micron coconut shell carbon block filter to reduce chlorine, heavy metals, VOCs, and cysts, making it suitable for renters and small spaces. While it offers strong NSF-certified performance for basic contaminant reduction, it lacks the comprehensive purification capabilities of multi-stage units.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
6 monthsbest | 2 months | |
— | 1.74 gallons per hourbest | |
0 %best | — | |
— | 6.3 gallonsbest | |
1 stagesbest | 1 stagesbest | |
13 inchesbest | 10.47 inches | |
5 inches | 5.67 inchesbest | |
6.5 inches | 14.37 inchesbest |
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Performance & Filtration(6) | ||
Certifications | NSF/ANSI 372, NSF/ANSI 42 | null |
Contaminants Reduced | Sediment, Cysts, VOCs, Pesticides, Chloramines | Chlorine, Mercury, Copper, Zinc, Cadmium, Asbestos, Benzene, Lead |
Filtration Technology | Coconut Carbon Block | Carbon Block |
Filter Lifespan (months) | 6 months | 2 months |
Flow Rate (gallons per hour) | null gallons per hour | 1.74 gallons per hour |
TDS Reduction (%) | 0 % | null % |
Capacity & Dimensions(5) | ||
Water Capacity (gallons) | null gallons | 6.3 gallons |
Height (inches) | 13.0 inches | 10.47 inches |
Width (inches) | 5.0 inches | 5.67 inches |
Depth (inches) | 6.5 inches | 14.37 inches |
Product Weight (pounds) | 4.0 pounds | 2.78 pounds |
Design & Installation(2) | ||
Installation Type | Faucet Mount | Countertop |
Filter Type | Carbon Block | Standard |
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Professional reviewers and editors note that the iFilters CNTP-1C offers strong NSF-certified performance for basic contaminant reduction, particularly chlorine and VOCs. However, experts highlight that as a single-stage carbon block system, it lacks the comprehensive purification capabilities of multi-stage or reverse osmosis units, specifically noting its inability to reduce TDS.
Consumer feedback is limited but generally positive, with high ratings on the official site. Users commonly praise the ease of installation and the noticeable improvement in water taste. Recurring themes in similar products include concerns about filter longevity in high-sediment water and occasional compatibility issues with faucet adapters.
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.
