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Is AquaTru Legit?

Absolutely! With independent testing & certified performance, our award-winning purifiers deliver pure, tasty water every day.

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NSF Certified Standards

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Reduces 84 Contaminants

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Doctor-Recommended

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AquaTru Classic water purifier with glass and countertop, certified to reduce contaminants and award-winning filtration.

What makes AquaTru Legit?

AquaTru reverse osmosis water filter systems are independently tested and certified by IAPMO to NSF standards including:

  • NSF/ANSI 42
  • NSF/ANSI 53
  • NSF/ANSI 58
  • NSF/ANSI 401
  • NSF/ANSI 372
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Contaminants Reduced

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Stages of Filtration

400,000+

Happy Customers

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Certifications by IAPMO to NSF Standards

Why AquaTru goes beyond basic filters

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Most water filters reduce a limited number of impurities. AquaTru goes further with aΒ patented,Β multi-stage purification system with reverse osmosisΒ at the core.

This award-winning technology gives AquaTru the power toΒ remove contaminants that basic filters leave behind.

So your AquaTru purification system doesn’t simply improve taste. It’s actually deliveringΒ cleaner, safer,Β andΒ healthier water.

 
Stages 1 + 2: Pre/Carbon Filtration

Removes sediment, rust, chlorine, & chloramines.

Stage 3: Reverse Osmosis Purification

Removes lead, arsenic, nitrates, fluoride, & chromium 6.

Stage 4: VOC Carbon Filtration

Removes VOCs, β€œforever chemicals,” & microplastics.

 

Why do people switch to AquaTru

You don’t need to understand the science to notice the difference. Once people realize what’s in their tap water, it’s hard to go back.

More advanced filter pitchers

AquaTru removes more contaminants than any other pitcher or countertop purifier.*

No Installation Required

Countertop design. No plumber. No tools. Plug and pour.

No more bottled water

Save money and ditch single-use plastic for good

Great-tasting water

Nothing beats AquaTru's pure, crisp-tasting water

*Based on review of competitors’ publicly posted information as of 3/6/2026

The results are in

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β€œI did a lot ofΒ researchΒ and it seems like this brand is the best out there.Β I’mΒ very happyΒ with my purchase.”

β€” Michael M.

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β€œThis is my third water purifier fromΒ AquaTru… IΒ can’tΒ drink any other water now.” 

β€” Vanessa K.

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β€œIt works exactly as advertise, I’mΒ gladΒ it’sΒ in our home.” 

β€” Kyle S.

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β€œGreat tasting water, makes excellent coffee and tea! Highly recommended.” 

β€” James S.

See Why People Love AquaTru

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β€œOne of the most popular pitcher filters that everybody thinks of is only certified to remove 8 contaminants. AquaTru is certified to remove 84. There’s really no comparison.”

β€” Corey Hebert, MD & Chief Medical Officer

How AquaTru Compares

Feature AquaTru Carafe Standard Pitcher Filters
Certified to NSF 42Filters are certified to reduce aesthetic impurities such as chlorine and taste/odor ●
Certified to NSF 53Filters are certified to reduce a contaminant with a health effect ●
Certified to NSF 58Reduces total dissolved solids (TDS) and contaminants βœ•
Certified to NSF 401Reduces emerging contaminants like pharmaceuticals and chemicals βœ•
Chlorine ●
Chloramine βœ•
Lead ●
Fluoride βœ•
Chromium-6 ●
PFOA and PFOS ●
BPA βœ•
Microplastics βœ•
Filter life (gallons) 1200/600 15
Total number of certified contaminants 84 8
Total number of claimed contaminants 84 8

Real Results: What customers are saying

98%

Of customers surveyed agree their drinking water is cleaner, safer, & healthier.

98%

Of customers say AquaTru gives them water they can trust.

96%

Of customers say AquaTru is the best water they've ever tasted.

*Based on an email survey of 472 AquaTru customer respondents.

"The most robust water filtration technology available to consumers...It removes over 80 contaminants, one of the highest among the water filters we tested.”

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β€œI absolutely LOVE it. I've been a long time Brita user, but Brita doesn't filter anywhere near this good.”

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β€œI've tried all the popular ones...and this has got to be some of the cleanest water on the market.β€œ

Named "Best Countertop Filter"

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FAQs

Everything you need to know about the AquaTru Shower.

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Which types of contaminants does it reduce?

The AquaTru Carafe reduces heavy metals, PFAS (PFOA & PFOS), microplastics, volatile organic compounds, pharmaceuticals, hormones, pesticides, herbicides, and more. Click here to see the full list ofΒ 84 contaminants that we are independently tested and certified to remove.

How big is the AquaTru Carafe?
  • Dimensions: 13" (H) x 14" (D) x 7.5" (W)
  • Weight: 9 pounds
  • Tap Water Tank Capacity: 2.5L
  • Clean Water Tank Capacity: 1.9L/0.5 Gal
Does AquaTru Carafe require electricity?

Yes, the AquaTru Carafe requires electricity. It operates using a 120-volt AC wall plug. While it's a countertop purifier and doesn't require plumbing, it does need to be plugged in to function.

Does AquaTru Carafe use the same filters as other AquaTru purifiers?

No, the filters used in the AquaTru Carafe are specifically designed for that model and are not interchangeable with those of our other purifiers.

Why is AquaTru Carafe better than fridge and pitcher filters?

The AquaTru Carafe delivers pure, delicious water through its 4-stage reverse osmosis purification process that’s certified to remove 84 contaminantsβ€”while standard fridge and pitcher filters only remove chlorine in and improve taste & smell.