Brita 42622 On Tap Filtration System, White/Chrome
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Brita 42622 On Tap Filtration System, White/Chrome
Customer Review: works great for the price; your mileage depends on your water
Summary: 4 Stars
I've bought two of these faucet-mount Brita systems now, and they're the best solution I've found for getting cleaner, less-smelly water in a reasonable time w/o taking up a lot of room. I have a friend with a Pur faucet filter and it seems to take forever to run enough water for a glass of water. The Brita is faster. Counter-top models can generate mold (unless you actively wash them enough - which almost no one seems to do), and they take up room.
Looks: I prefer the chrome filter, which looks fine to me (unless it were chipped, it wouldn't look fake). I've seen cheap chrome film on plastic, and this is definitely a few grades up. of course it's not actually metal.
Taste: Water quality is good but could be a little better. I doubt any similar system would do better w/o moving up a digit in price. Odd fact: my cat loves this filtered water and begs for it. Makes sense, but interesting treat.
Quality: I think I can shed some light on the "it doesn't last" question: It may depend on your water. Mine lasted quite a long time for a cheap, easy to use water filter, IMO. 2-3 years.
Regardless of how well the filters do, the water still goes through the faucet system attachment ring before it reaches the filter. This means that the system gets lined with the same sediment buildup you would see on any plumbing fixtures in your home if you didn't clean them. After awhile, a simple faucet filter system will start building up residue at the seams and leak and eventually crack. (At least that's my theory after having some success brushing the rings on the first one to extend its life.) It's not a $300 under-sink system, after all.
If the fixture just doesn't fit -- and it fits my standard builder faucet fine in a 14-y.o. home--you should contact Brita or return it. That's not really a quality issue. I'd buy the system from a local store if you have a really old or unusual home so it's easier to return.
Customer Review: Review - Just Got It
Summary: 3 Stars
I just bought this yesterday and so far no complaints. I actually paid more because I got mine at Bed,Bath & Beyond and it included a pitcher which definitely was not worth the extra ten dollars but with their discounts and a store credit it was worth it. Plus if I hate it in 2 weeks I'll bring it right back to the store - they take back anything. So installation was a breeze. Water flow is ok considering it is going through the filter. No leaks. Non filtered spray is good too. The only complaint is that I cant use one of those flexible spray attachments so the position of the spray is fixed. I am curious if I will agree with the other reviews after a few weeks that say "no" to this product. I promise to come back (end of June) and write an update
Update: June 22 (Purchased 6/6) So far I have not experienced any problems and I'm pretty happy with it. My only concern is if this filter will last at least 3 months making it more cost effective than bottled water.
Update: Sep. 11 Ok, so I recently replaced the filter. The red light had not gone but I figured it might have accidentally got reset. I live alone and it lasted about 3 months - maybe I could have kept it on a little longer though after putting on a new filter you realize how much the water flow diminishes over the life of the filter. I guess this can be expected as the filter does its job and fills up with junk. I do like it better than using the filter-pitchers and I will continue using it. This will be my last update as I feel my review was prettry comprehensive.
Update: Just replaced, Dec. 31st. The red light came on indicating I had about 20 gallons left but filtration was slow. It lasted me (1 person) 3 and a half months this time. I think bigger under sink filters are probaby better but this one does the job if you rent and dont want to mess with the plumbing.
Customer Review: Now I love my tap water!
Summary: 4 Stars
After reading some of the reviews for faucet-mount water filters, I was a bit wary about purchasing one. It had become a necessity, though, as our city's water didn't quite pass muster this time around, and I have a sensitive system when it comes to water quality. Once I received the filter system, I did have some minor problems with installation which were easily solved (the smaller filter screen gasket was preventing the threads on the filter from meeting up with the threads on my faucet - an easy fix). I made sure to run cold water through the filter for a few more than the recommended five minutes. I have had no problem with the filter falling off or slowing down the water flow too much. It actually seems as if the flow has increased a bit since I installed it. I think the those who have had problems with the filter falling off may have had the same threading problem I did, which requires shaving down the filter screen gasket slightly so it takes up a little less space or just getting rid of the filter screen altogether, which didn't seem to hurt either. I guess you could also try deepening the end of the thread on the filter so it starts easier, too.
As for actual water filtration quality, I am so far THRILLED with the performance of this product. My only other concern is lifespan of the filter itself, as I have only had it for one month (that is why -1 star - I have not had it long enough to give it a full rating).
Well worth the money, IMHO.
Customer Review: Delicious, wonderful water but DOES NOT LAST!
Summary: 1 Stars
I was THRILLED with this product... for about two months. It does a wonderful job delivering clean water and is well-designed and easy to use. HOWEVER... like the other reviewer stated... it breaks down very fast. LEAKING begins at the joints where the plastic parts develop cracking and after that forget it! IMPOSSIBLE to fix. We tried an old-fashioned hardware store and they had no advice either. We had already bought 2 large packages of filters from a BJs Warehouse store and the first box outlasted the darn filter system.... so we bought ANOTHER filter system and it TOO broke down in a few months after normal usage. If the joints had been made with metal, perhaps the product would last. Instead, like everything else, the PLASTIC wears down far too soon. I, like so many other consumers, am SICK TO DEATH of buying expensive junk that breaks down almost as soon as you buy it. I would have been willing to pay more for metal parts-- that would last-- instead of having to throw both of these into the garbage in less than 10 months. Too bad, as it did a great job filtering the water. BUILT IN OBSOLESCENCE!! We consumers are sick of it! Thank you to all for adding your own reviews so we can all share the truth about these products and help others avoid this kind of costly mistake. I will stay away from Brita in the future because of this one bad experience. I hope the manufacturers wise up and read these reviews as well.Customer Review: Filter good; adapters bad.
Summary: 3 Stars
Living in Texas, getting that musty smell/taste from the added chemicals during the summer out of the water is absolutely necessary. The Brita filter does the job well, creating water with taste that is nearly indistinguishable from bottled water. I also appreciate how easy it is to replace the filters simply by ejecting the old one from the base unit with a button press and clicking in a new one.
Very much on the negative side are the included adapters. As others have said, anyone whose sink fixture has internal threads (aerator screws in instead of over the fixture) will have problems. I solved the problem for my sink by heading over to the hardware store and grabbing a water hose adapter. I removed the hose adapter's washer and used one of the Brita ones, screwed the adapter into the sink fixture, and then the filter onto the adapter. Problem solved.
This would be a five star product, but the fact that I had to drive over to the hardware store and find/purchase a $4 adapter lowers the rating to three stars. Add another recommendation for Brita not cheaping out with rubber adapters; just include metal adapters in the package. I would have gladly paid the extra $0.50-1 it would have cost them.