Waterdrop DA29-00020B
Score: 88/100
Waterspecialist DA97-17376B
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Waterdrop DA29-00020B is a high-performance replacement filter featuring extensive NSF certifications for lead, cyst, and PFOA/PFOS reduction. Its main trade-off is a slightly lower flow rate (0.5 GPM) and specific compatibility exclusions. It is best suited for households prioritizing certified contaminant reduction and mineral retention.
The Waterspecialist DA97-17376B is a third-party replacement filter for Samsung refrigerators, featuring NSF 42 and 372 certifications and a 300-gallon capacity. It offers good value in a multi-pack format, though it lacks NSF 53 certification for cysts and has a slower flow rate. It is best suited for Samsung owners seeking an affordable, certified replacement for daily water and ice dispensing.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
300 gallonsbest | 300 gallonsbest | |
0.5 gpmbest | 0.4 gpm | |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Safety & Compliance(1) | ||
Certifications | NSF 42, NSF 53, NSF 372, IAPMO | NSF 42, 372 |
Installation & Compatibility(2) | ||
Installation Type | Push-In | Tool-Free Twist-Lock |
Faucet Compatibility | Samsung, GE, Kenmore | Samsung HAF-QIN Series |
Filtration Performance(3) | ||
Filtration Technology | Sri Lankan Coconut Shell Carbon Block | Coconut Carbon Block |
Flow Rate (gpm) | 0.5 gpm | 0.4 gpm |
Contaminants Removed | Lead, Cysts, PFOA/PFOS, Chlorine, Particulates | Chlorine, Lead, Mercury, Copper |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers emphasize the product's robust certification portfolio, specifically highlighting NSF 53 for lead and cyst reduction, positioning it as a trusted, high-efficiency alternative.
Feedback focuses on clean water taste, ease of installation, and long filter life, with minimal complaints regarding compatibility.
Professional reviewers highlight the product's NSF 42 and 372 certifications and third-party lab testing as key indicators of quality, noting that its filtration performance rivals original Samsung parts.
Everyday users generally praise the product for its cost-efficiency, easy tool-free installation, and noticeable improvement in water taste and odor.
