ZeroWater ZD-013 Water Filter Product Review
I’ll admit that I hate the taste of my tap water. I’m not so much concerned about contaminants but just can’t get myself to pour a glass straight from the tap. Over the past few years, I’ve tried to increase my daily water intake to a gallon a day but my water is usually of the bottled variety (not very eco-friendly, I know). That’s why I decided to buy a home water filter.
After doing research online, I found that water filters generally fall into 3 categories: pitcher-type (like the Brita ones you’ll find at Target), faucet-mounted models and ones that install under your sink. Because I’m not very handy around the home and just need instant gratification, I opted for a pitcher water filter that I can pour tap water in and store in my refrigerator.
I found that a lot of the more popular pitcher type water filters found in larger chain stores were either expensive to upkeep or just didn’t really do much filtering at all. The only model that really stood out was the ZeroWater ZD-013, which I ultimately purchased. This pitcher filter is pretty cool in that it comes with a battery-powered meter that actually displays your water’s contamination level. I was also glad that it comes with a 5-stage filtration system, which is more comprehensive than what I found in other models in the same price range. But what really impressed me about this unit is that it’s actually certified by the Water Quality Association, FDA approved and provides water that’s comparable to bottled.
Here’s a short list of pros and cons:
Pros:
- Water is comparable to bottled
- Comes with neat little water meter to detect contamination levels
- Really easy to use
Cons:
- Replacement filters costs about 15 bucks and only lasts 20 gallons
In the end, because of the high filter costs, it just wasn’t that cost effective for me to continue using the ZD-013 since I drink about a gallon a day. But if you don’t drink that much water, this can be a great product.
The ZeroWater ZD-013 can be found in stores like Target and Air & Water Inc.