PUR Plus Horizontal
Score: 80/100
Brita UltraMax Elite
Score: 70/100Rankings
The PUR PLUS Faucet Mount Water Filtration System is a certified faucet-mounted filter designed to reduce 70 contaminants, including lead, PFAS, and chlorine, while enhancing taste through Mineral Core Technology. It features a one-click tool-free installation on standard faucets, an on/off lever for switching between filtered and unfiltered modes, and a filter change indicator based on 100 gallons or 90 days of use. It is best suited for households with standard kitchen faucets seeking on-demand filtered water without pitchers.
The Brita UltraMax Water Dispenser offers a large 27-cup capacity with certified 99% lead reduction, making it a convenient option for families and offices. Its primary limitation is the lack of comprehensive contaminant filtration, such as arsenic and fluoride, and its large physical footprint. It is best suited for busy households with safe municipal water who prioritize convenience and volume over advanced purification.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
3 months | 6 monthsbest | |
— | 1 stagesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0 ratiobest | — |
2 yearsbest | — | |
| ↓ lower better | 5.2 inchesbest | 9.67 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 2.9 inchesbest | 13.94 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 6.8 inches | 5.19 inchesbest |
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Health & Safety(2) | ||
Certifications | NSF/ANSI 42, 53, 401; WQA | null |
Remineralization | true | false |
Installation & Compatibility(2) | ||
Installation Type | Faucet Mount | Countertop |
Operating Pressure (PSI) | PSI | N/A PSI |
Filtration & Performance(4) | ||
Filtration Technology | Mineral Core | Carbon-Block |
Filtration Stages (stages) | stages | 1 stages |
Micron Rating (microns) | microns | null microns |
Pure to Drain Ratio (ratio) | 0 ratio | N/A ratio |
Maintenance & Warranty(2) | ||
Filter Lifespan (months) | 3 months | 6 months |
Warranty (years) | 2 years | null years |
Dimensions & Build(3) | ||
Height (inches) | 5.2 inches | 9.67 inches |
Width (inches) | 2.9 inches | 13.94 inches |
Depth (inches) | 6.8 inches | 5.19 inches |
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Professional reviewers and editors rate the PUR PLUS system as phenomenal for its ability to reduce PFAS, lead, and chlorine, delivering immediate cleaner taste by removing secondary contaminants. They highlight the NSF/WQA certifications (Standards 42, 53, and 401) as a gold standard for verification, praising the Mineral Core Technology for providing an alkaline taste and the universal fit for convenience.
Everyday users commonly praise the easy one-click install process and the great mineral-enhanced taste of the filtered water. The reliable filter light and effective reduction of lead and chlorine are frequently mentioned benefits in customer feedback.
Professional reviewers assess the Brita UltraMax as a practical, large-capacity option for households with generally safe tap water that offers noticeable taste improvement and convenient, low-maintenance operation. While praised for its solid lead reduction and cost-effectiveness, experts caution that it is not a comprehensive water purification system and lacks the broad contaminant coverage of premium alternatives, particularly regarding arsenic, fluoride, and comprehensive PFAS removal.
Everyday consumers generally praise the product for its convenience, large capacity, and noticeable improvement in water taste, particularly appreciating the fridge-friendly design and long filter life. However, recurring complaints focus on the significant space requirements, unintuitive filling logistics, and disappointment regarding its inability to filter specific contaminants like arsenic and fluoride found in some municipal water supplies.
