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Water filtration
Berkey
Gravity-fed countertop filtration. Strong independent test data on heavy metals and PFAS.
A
Recommend
Grade A: Recommend
Meets every core Untoxed criterion. We recommend products across the range.
What the brand gets right
- No plumbing required, fully portable
- Black Berkey elements remove heavy metals, PFAS, chlorine and microplastics
- Long filter life, low cost per litre over time
What to be aware of
- Not NSF-certified for specific claims, relies on independent lab testing
- Countertop footprint is large
- Currently in regulatory dispute with California, availability varies