Water Filter Buying Guide: EWG's Tap Water Database (2024)

Whether you want the least expensive or most effective filter, a filter to soften hard water or one to remove specific contaminants, you can find options below.

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Carbon Filters

A carbon filter can reduce the levels of many common contaminants, such as lead and disinfection byproducts. There are many options for carbon filters, from countertop pitcher filters to faucet-mounted filters, undersink filters and whole-house filters.

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Reverse Osmosis Systems

A reverse osmosis system combined with a carbon filter is most effective at removing water contaminants.

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Soften Hard Water

A whole-house water softener combined with an ion exchange filter softens your water and reduces the levels of some contaminants.

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Step by Step Guide

Find the right filter for your water – and budget.

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Water Filter Buying Guide: EWG's Tap Water Database (2024)
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