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Most people who treat their water do so to get rid of the taste of chlorine.

Many devices will do the job - but you need to watch for dubious claims.

In this report, we tell you what chemicals and organisms may be present in water and what to consider when you buy a water filter.

Note: this report does not contain test results or brand-specific recommendations.

Highlights of this report


Safe water


What bacteria will a filter protect you against? Read more

Carbon filters


How effective are they? Read more

Other filter options


Ion exchange, reverse osmosis and distillation Read more

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