PLUS Faucet Filtration System

Score: 7.7/10 | The PUR PLUS faucet filter delivers genuine convenience - filtered water on demand without pitchers, installation, or waiting. For families whose primary concerns are lead and chlorine rather than PFAS, this is an excellent solution that costs less than premium pitcher filters and provides instant access.

This review uses R3's Water Filter Methodology v1.1.0.

NSF 53 certification confirms 99% lead reduction. This matches pitcher filters and is critical for homes with older plumbing. Lead has no safe level - the CDC confirms even trace amounts damage children's developing brains.

Here is the limitation: PUR PLUS does NOT hold NSF P473 certification for PFAS. PUR claims their filters reduce PFAS but provides no third-party verification. If forever chemicals are your primary concern, a pitcher filter with P473 certification (Clearly Filtered, Epic Pure) is a better choice.

Standard chlorine taste and odor reduction is verified. Water tastes cleaner immediately.

PUR removes 70+ contaminants including mercury, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and industrial chemicals. More than Brita Elite (30) but significantly less than Clearly Filtered (365+) or Epic Pure (200+).

The faucet filter catches particulates and sediment that pitcher filters also address. Helpful if you notice occasional discoloration or particles in your tap water.

Each filter handles 100 gallons - approximately 2-3 months for a typical household. The built-in filter life indicator shows when replacement is needed.

Just over half a gallon per minute in filtered mode. Fast enough to fill a glass in seconds, but noticeably slower than unfiltered flow. Perfectly adequate for drinking water and cooking.

The standout convenience feature: flip a lever to switch between filtered and unfiltered water. Use unfiltered for dishes and cleaning, filtered for drinking and cooking. This extends filter life by using filtration only when it matters.

No waiting for pitchers to fill. Turn on the faucet, flip the lever, and filtered water flows immediately. For busy families, this convenience is substantial.

Less than most pitcher filters. The system includes the faucet mount, housing, and one filter.

At roughly $10 per filter lasting 100 gallons, annual cost is approximately $40-60 for a family of four. That is $0.10-0.15 per gallon - competitive with the most economical options.

PUR PLUS offers a middle ground: more convenient than pitchers, less expensive than under-sink systems.

Buying filter 4-packs drops per-filter cost to approximately $8, reducing annual costs to $32-48.

The faucet mount attaches to standard kitchen faucets without tools. Multiple adapters included for different faucet types. Does NOT work with pull-down sprayer faucets or non-standard fixtures.

Twist and remove the old filter, twist in the new one. Takes 30 seconds. The electronic indicator removes guesswork about timing.

The faucet mount is visible and adds bulk to your faucet. Some find it unattractive. Chrome or white finishes blend reasonably well with most kitchens.

Does not fit: pull-down/pull-out sprayer faucets, commercial-style faucets, or non-threaded faucet heads. Check compatibility before purchasing.

The elephant in the room: PUR PLUS lacks NSF P473 certification for PFAS removal.

PUR's marketing claims their filters reduce PFAS, but without third-party verification, we cannot confirm performance. Independent testing (like Duke University's 2020 study) shows mixed results for non-certified filters.

If PFAS is your primary concern: Choose Clearly Filtered or Epic Pure pitcher filters with verified NSF P473 certification.

If lead and chlorine are your primary concerns: PUR PLUS delivers verified protection with greater convenience than pitchers.

The PUR PLUS Faucet Filtration System is the best faucet-mounted filter for families who prioritize convenience and lead/chlorine removal over PFAS protection. At $25 with $40-60 annual filter costs, it delivers on-demand filtered water with verified NSF 53 lead certification and no installation hassle. For PFAS-priority households, invest in a certified pitcher filter instead.

Score: 7.7/10 | The PUR PLUS faucet filter delivers genuine convenience - filtered water on demand without pitchers, installation, or waiting. For families whose primary concerns are lead and chlorine rather than PFAS, this is an excellent solution that costs less than premium pitcher filters and provides instant access.

This review uses R3's Water Filter Methodology v1.1.0.

NSF 53 certification confirms 99% lead reduction. This matches pitcher filters and is critical for homes with older plumbing. Lead has no safe level - the CDC confirms even trace amounts damage children's developing brains.

Here is the limitation: PUR PLUS does NOT hold NSF P473 certification for PFAS. PUR claims their filters reduce PFAS but provides no third-party verification. If forever chemicals are your primary concern, a pitcher filter with P473 certification (Clearly Filtered, Epic Pure) is a better choice.

Standard chlorine taste and odor reduction is verified. Water tastes cleaner immediately.

PUR removes 70+ contaminants including mercury, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and industrial chemicals. More than Brita Elite (30) but significantly less than Clearly Filtered (365+) or Epic Pure (200+).

The faucet filter catches particulates and sediment that pitcher filters also address. Helpful if you notice occasional discoloration or particles in your tap water.

Each filter handles 100 gallons - approximately 2-3 months for a typical household. The built-in filter life indicator shows when replacement is needed.

Just over half a gallon per minute in filtered mode. Fast enough to fill a glass in seconds, but noticeably slower than unfiltered flow. Perfectly adequate for drinking water and cooking.

The standout convenience feature: flip a lever to switch between filtered and unfiltered water. Use unfiltered for dishes and cleaning, filtered for drinking and cooking. This extends filter life by using filtration only when it matters.

No waiting for pitchers to fill. Turn on the faucet, flip the lever, and filtered water flows immediately. For busy families, this convenience is substantial.

Less than most pitcher filters. The system includes the faucet mount, housing, and one filter.

At roughly $10 per filter lasting 100 gallons, annual cost is approximately $40-60 for a family of four. That is $0.10-0.15 per gallon - competitive with the most economical options.

PUR PLUS offers a middle ground: more convenient than pitchers, less expensive than under-sink systems.

Buying filter 4-packs drops per-filter cost to approximately $8, reducing annual costs to $32-48.

The faucet mount attaches to standard kitchen faucets without tools. Multiple adapters included for different faucet types. Does NOT work with pull-down sprayer faucets or non-standard fixtures.

Twist and remove the old filter, twist in the new one. Takes 30 seconds. The electronic indicator removes guesswork about timing.

The faucet mount is visible and adds bulk to your faucet. Some find it unattractive. Chrome or white finishes blend reasonably well with most kitchens.

Does not fit: pull-down/pull-out sprayer faucets, commercial-style faucets, or non-threaded faucet heads. Check compatibility before purchasing.

The elephant in the room: PUR PLUS lacks NSF P473 certification for PFAS removal.

PUR's marketing claims their filters reduce PFAS, but without third-party verification, we cannot confirm performance. Independent testing (like Duke University's 2020 study) shows mixed results for non-certified filters.

If PFAS is your primary concern: Choose Clearly Filtered or Epic Pure pitcher filters with verified NSF P473 certification.

If lead and chlorine are your primary concerns: PUR PLUS delivers verified protection with greater convenience than pitchers.

The PUR PLUS Faucet Filtration System is the best faucet-mounted filter for families who prioritize convenience and lead/chlorine removal over PFAS protection. At $25 with $40-60 annual filter costs, it delivers on-demand filtered water with verified NSF 53 lead certification and no installation hassle. For PFAS-priority households, invest in a certified pitcher filter instead.