Staying hydrated is vital to your health, so it's important to make sure that you're making the right choices for you and your family.
Choosing a water filter or dispenser can make your basic tap water much more palatable, stripping out unwanted chemicals and limescale. Your water will taste better, so you'll naturally want to drink more of it!
There are lots of fantastic options to choose from, whether you opt for a simple attachment or a built-in appliance for your home – there's something for every budget.
We've researched the best options out there to help you choose the perfect water filter for your needs.
7 hand-picked water filters for your home
1. Waterdrop Glass Water Filter Pitcher
Best for: Speed and convenience
This smart water filter pitcher will soon become a real staple in your home – and you'll use it every day.
It effectively filters your water removing 97.4% of chlorine, as well as a host of other heavy metals and minerals, such as mercury, copper and calcium. As a result, you'll be able to enjoy a fresh-tasting drink every time.
The Waterdrop Glass Water Filter Pitcher made of food-grade materials and is completely BPA-free. It takes just one minute to filter your water, so there's no waiting around for the liquid to slowly drip through.
The filter is designed to last five times as long as other brands, so you can keep using it for up to three months. If that's not enough, the jug will tell you when it's time to replace your filter – just look at the Smart Life Indicator at the top of the pitcher. When you need to change the filter, the light changes from blue to red.
2. Waterdrop A2 Hot Cold Countertop Reverse Osmosis System
Best for: Instant hot or cold drinks at the touch of a button
Want a piping hot drink or a refreshing chilled beverage at the touch of a button? This is the water filter you need to make room for in your life. It's compact, so it won't take up much room on your countertop, making it ideal for anyone with limited kitchen space.
This machine can produce water from 10°C right up to 95°C, so it's ideal for making a quick cuppa on a chilly morning or a cooling drink at the height of summer. There are six temperatures to choose from, including a 45°C setting that's just right for baby formula and a 65°C setting that's perfect for your morning oatmeal.
The water passes through five layers of filtration, leaving you with fresh, pure drinking water. It removes harmful chemicals and metals, including arsenic, lead and copper, to help you stay healthy.
The best feature of this water filter is that you don't need to plumb it into your kitchen. Simply fill up the large-capacity water tank, plug it in and you're ready to go!
Like the Waterdrop's X16 Undersink Reverse Osmosis System, the A2 Hot Cold Countertop Reverse Osmosis System also uses a 3:1 pure water ratio, which produces less waste water as part of the filtration process.
3. BRITA Aluna Water Filter Jug White 2.4L
Best for: Filtered water on a budget
If you're on a tight budget, a jug is the most affordable way to enjoy filtered water without breaking the bank. It'll filter out impurities, such as certain herbicides, pesticides and chlorine, allowing you to drink clean, fresh-tasting water.
This water jug will also let you know when the filter cartridge needs replacing – there's a flashing light to remind you to change and recycle your cartridge. Bear in mind that if you buy this filter, you will need to replace the cartridges regularly and they retail at around £19 for a pack of three. However, this product comes with one free filter to get you started.
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4. FlowPure® Stainless Steel Tap Filter
Best for: Long-lasting pure water
If you're looking for a long-lasting filtration system, the FlowPure® Stainless Steel Tap Filter is designed to last for over 10 years. It takes just minutes to install and comes as a stylish stainless steel unit.
It comes with two water filters, which will cover the first six months of use, but after that you can set up a subscription to have new filters delivered.
This tap water filter removes over 150 contaminants, leaving you with a refreshing drink that tastes better than regular tap water.
5. Phox V2 Water Filter
Best for: reducing plastic waste
Say goodbye to plastic cartridges! The Phox V2 Water Filter was designed to reduce plastic waste. Instead of cartridges, you need to top up the filters using filter granule sachets, which last for 45 days.
This sleek 2.2L jug is made of glass and uses BFA-free plastic, so it's completely food-safe – and it looks stylish too!
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6. Philips Water Ontap filter
Best for: Quick installation
This water filter is quick and easy to set up, as it attaches to your faucet with just one click. It has two settings, so you can turn off the filtration for tasks such as washing your dishes, before switching it back on when you want drinking water. It's designed to fit on standard faucets, so make sure you check yours is compatible before placing your order.
If you tend to forget to re-order your water filters, don't worry: the Philips Water Ontap filter will remind you.
This filter only offers three stages of filtration, so if you're looking for a higher level of water quality, then you might want to upgrade to something more advanced.
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7. Aarke Water Purifier Filter Jug
Best for: Style
Water filters don't come more stylish than this! The Aarke Water Purifier Filter Jug is both elegant and practical. It's refilled using granules, which are poured directly into the filter. As a result, its Refillable ReFilter™ System contains no plastic parts.
It's also dishwasher-safe and comes with a 3-year guarantee from Lakeland, so you can return it if you're not completely satisfied.
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