What to Look for When Buying an RO Filter System

Customer Reivews and Reputation

Before investing in a reverse osmosis drinking water system, we suggest you research customer reviews and ratings for various RO systems. Pay attention to feedback regarding performance, component reliability, and customer support to ensure you're selecting a reputable brand.

Look for a system that effectively removes contaminants commonly found in your water supply. Check how the system is rated in removing impurities such as chlorine, lead, fluoride, heavy metals, pesticides, and other harmful substances.

One proven, high-quality system and trusted brand you might consider, is the Microline TFC-400-ESP RO system. The system is manufactured by a U.S.-based company and assembled in the U.S. using domestic and imported parts. This RO unit has been around for years, and considered a trusted, quality-made RO unit that requires little maintenance.

Pricing
How much you're willing to spend for a reverse osmosis filter system can impact the units considered when making the purchase.

An under-sink reverse osmosis (RO) filtration system typically ranges from $200 to $600, with the the average cost being about $400.

While it is possible to find lower-priced reverse osmosis (RO) systems that are made from overseas manufacturers, they may not provide the desired level of reliability or water quality. Cheaper RO systems may use lower-quality components, such as membranes, filters, or fittings. These components could have a shorter lifespan or be prone to failure, leading to reduced water quality or frequent maintenance issues.

There are also higher-priced systems that rely on the reputation of a name brand, but may not always deliver superior water quality. It's essential to assess whether the price justifies the performance and features offered by the system. Comparing the system's specifications, certifications, and customer reviews with similarly priced alternatives can help determine if it provides the best value for your investment.

When considering a system that is a great value for the price, the PureValue 5EZ50 five-stage RO System is a popular model. The PureValue 5EZ50 is a high-quality, affordable reverse osmosis system, that produces up to 50 gallons of pristine water per day. This 5-stage water filtration system improves water taste and odor, plus removes fluoride, chlorine, chemicals, lead, and more.

• Fluoride (85-92%)
• Lead (95-98%)
• Chlorine (98%)
• Pesticides (up to 99%)
• Nitrates (60-75%)
• Sulfate (96-98%)
• Calcium (94-98%)
• Phosphate (96-98%)
• Arsenic (92-96%)
• Nickel (96-98%)
• Mercury (95-98%)
• Sodium (85-94%)
• Barium (95-98%)

Affordable replacement filters:

Before purchasing an RO filtration system, check the cost of replacement filters and factor that into the long-term maintenance expenses.

Affordable replacement filters can help you save money in the long run. Since RO systems typically require filter replacements every 6-12 months (depending on household water usage and quality of water coming into the home), opting for affordable filters reduces the overall maintenance costs associated with the system.

Lower-cost replacement filters encourage regular maintenance and filter changes. Regularly replacing filters helps maintain the system's performance and extends its lifespan.

Depending on which reverse osmosis system you install, the price of replacement filters can vary a lot. Proprietery filter replacements for name-brand filters such as Culligan, Rainsoft, Proline, Rayne, and iSpring, can be costly. We offer high-quality compatible filter bundles for dozens of name-brand reverse osmosis systems.

If you're looking for a system that is affordable to upkeep with low-priced filter replacements, the Microline TFC-400-ESP RO system is a good option.

This Microline 5-stage water filtration system is also effective in reducing odors, chlorine, fluoride, pesticides, chemicals, lead, and more.

Eco-Friendliness:

If conserving water is important to you, then you may want to consider an environmentally-friendly reverse osmosis water filter system.

An eco-friendly system can significantly reduce water waste, which is a critical consideration in sustainable living practices. Traditional reverse osmosis systems are known for their high water wastage, where several gallons of tap water are expended for every gallon of filtered water produced. More eco-friendly models, however, utilize advanced membrane technology to aid conservation.

Also, such efficient systems also lead to cost savings by reducing your water water bill.

When it comes to under-sink RO systems, the PuROTwist 4000 is popular as it is engineered to conserve water. The PuROTwist 4000 reverse osmosis system not only maintains outstanding water filtration quality, but also conserves water at a 1:1 ratio, helping to maintain your environmental sustainability goals.

PuROTwist 4000 RO water filter system offers the highest of quality and performance standards. In addition, the system conserves water with a 1:1 recovery rate--a big improvement from the typical 4:1 waste water ratio of other RO systems.

The high-capacity (75 GPD) reverse osmosis system features quick-connect filters that make it easy to replace filters. The system's automatic shut-off feature signals the RO unit to stop making water until more is needed.