Looking for a sink water filter?<\/strong> Finding lots of cheap water filters on Amazon but don\u2019t know which one to buy?<\/strong> Here\u2019s why you shouldn\u2019t buy any water filter unless it\u2019s been independently tested by a trusted lab.<\/span><\/p>\n

Can you trust a cheap water filter for the sink?<\/b><\/h2>\n

It\u2019s become easier than ever to manufacturer cheap consumer products in China. Therefore the Internet, Amazon and millions of small online stores provide super-cheap copies or alternatives to established branded products.<\/span><\/p>\n

But when it comes to drinking water, don\u2019t gamble. Many of the product descriptions on Amazon and eBay are simply fabricated. They claim 7 stage filters when in fact it’s a standard activated carbon filter with low quality.\u00a0If it looks too good to be true then it probably is<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

While testing over 30 water filters<\/strong> as part of the research for TAPP<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>these are some of the issues we found with the cheap sink water filters<\/strong>:<\/span><\/p>\n

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• Leakage due to low quality connections, cartridges and lack of pressure testing of the cartridges<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
• Completely false promises about removal of substances from the tap water<\/strong> (we tested the filter water in a lab) <\/span><\/li>\n
• Filtering process adding metallic taste to the tap water or discolouration due to chemicals used in the filter cartridges<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
• Difficult or impossible to attach to a faucet<\/strong> due to poor connections or missing adapters<\/span><\/li>\n
• Promised filters that last 6-12 months but that lost filtering effect after just a few months<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n
• Product manufacturer increased the cost of the cartridges after purchase<\/strong> or even worse went out of business which mean that cartridges were not available at all<\/span><\/li>\n
• Made up filtering technologies such as 7-stage filtering process with mineral stones, insufficient amounts of Ion Exchange Raisins and other materials with no proven effect<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

  In conclusion several of the sink filters were pure placebo and others only lasted a few months of usage<\/strong>.<\/span><\/p>\n

  Best Sink Water Filters<\/b><\/h3>\n

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  So what are the best water filters for the sink<\/strong> if I don\u2019t want to spend \u20ac500 or more for an under-the-sink installation? \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

  The best alternatives are <\/span><\/p>\n

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  • Water pitchers by well known brands<\/strong> that clearly state what and how much in terms of volume they filter<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Sink faucet water filters such as TAPP<\/a><\/strong> since they provide the most bang for the buck in terms of volume, water quality and convenience <\/span><\/li>\n
  • Gravity filters similar to pitchers are slow\u00a0but sometimes have\u00a0better filtering technology<\/strong><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    How to select the best sink water filter<\/b><\/h3>\n

    Here are a couple of simple tips:<\/span><\/p>\n

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    • Identify and clearly define your needs<\/strong> in terms of removal of contaminants (e.g. chlorine, lead, microplastics<\/a>).<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Always make sure the filters are independently tested<\/a> by a certified lab<\/strong> to remove the contaminants you are concerned about and that results are published with recent source data and contact information.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Compare cost per volume of filtered water and not just the cost of the filter plus cartridges<\/strong> as this can make a huge difference.<\/span><\/li>\n
    • Check customer reviews<\/strong> on Facebook, Amazon and other places.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

      Read our comparison of faucet water filters<\/a> including Brita, PUR, Culligan and TAPP.<\/p>\n

      In Summary<\/b><\/h3>\n

      Don\u2019t just go for the cheapest<\/strong> but calculate what delivers the greatest value for your needs and select an independently tested sink water filter. <\/span><\/p>\n

      A faucet filter such as TAPP<\/a> that costs \u20ac59 to buy or \u20ac89 for an annual subscription<\/strong> including cartridges will cost as little as \u20ac5 per month and save hundreds of dollars compared to bottled water or more expensive filters.<\/span><\/p>\n

      Read more in our “Best Water Filter”<\/a> review.<\/p>\n\n\n

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