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Bottle Filter

Does this filter fit any of the filtered bottles?

Yes! Our bottle filter is compatible with any of our water bottles—this not only includes our Tritan, Glass, and Insulated Stainless Steel bottles, but all our previous models as well.

How long does the bottle filter last?

The bottle filter lasts up to 25 gallons or 6 months (whichever comes first). This number may vary depending on how often it is used and the amount of contaminants in your unfiltered water.Generally speaking, 25 gallons is about 133 fills in our 24 o

How do I prime the bottle filter?

The bottle filter only needs to be primed before the first use. Soak the filter unattached to the straw for 30 minutes in room temperature to cold water.  Attach the filter to the blue wingnut at the bottom of the straw and it is ready for use.

How do I replace the bottle filter?

You can unscrew the blue filter from the blue wingnut at the bottom of the straw. Please do not remove the blue wingnut from the straw - you will need this for your replacement filter.

How does the filter work?

The filter contains a dense block of filtration material. As you draw water up through the straw, the filter will cause some restriction in the flow of water. If it is anything stronger than drinking a thick milkshake please reach out team at info@

How do I store the bottle filter when not in use?

When not in use, it is best to air dry the filter and store it in a cool, dry location.

Can I use my bottle with water from natural sources?

Our filters were designed with municipal water in mind, however, many of our users love to use our products outside of their homes: flying, road-tripping or in the great outdoors! It's important to note, we do not recommend our product as an emergenc

There is a boil order in my city. Will my filter cover this?

Boil orders typically occur as a result of a virus in the water.  If you are using a bottle filter, we recommend boiling the water, allowing it to cool, then filtering. For in-line refrigerator filters or under-the-sink filters, we

Do your filters remove Total Dissolved Solids (TDS)?

Our bottle filters are powerful enough to filter 220+ contaminants, and smart enough to allow beneficial minerals pass through in your water. That means that healthy nutrients like calcium, magnesium, and potassium will remain in your water. After al

Are your filters recyclable?

Our filters are made of recyclable materials and may be placed in a recycling bin. We are currently exploring partnerships that maximize our sustainability efforts by going beyond traditional recycling programs.If there is anything else we can do to

Are you NSF Certified?

We’ve decided to pursue our quality certifications from the WQA. The WQA or Water Quality Association is a not-for-profit association for the residential, commercial, and industrial water treatment industry. Working closely with ANSI, the WQA sets th

Can your filters be used with a water softener?

Our filters can be used with water softeners, but they will increase the workload of the filters. If you are using water softeners, we would recommend changing your Clearly Filtered filters sooner than our standard recommended timeframe. Please note

Can I use the bottle filter when traveling internationally?

Our filters are designed for use with municipal tap water. When traveling with the bottle, we recommend researching contaminants of concern in the area that you are traveling to and comparing them to our test results.

Do I need to remineralize my Clearly Filtered Water?

Our Affinity® Filtration Technology doesn’t target beneficial minerals. Many filters, specifically Reverse Osmosis (R.O.) systems, blindly strip water of everything, including beneficial minerals like calcium and magnesium. That’s why Reverse Osmosis

Do I need to clean the filter?

The filter never needs to be cleaned. It is made with medical-grade plastic.

Do unused filters expire? What is the shelf life of an unused filter?

Unused filters do not expire. We suggest storing unused filters in a cool, dry location.

I'm going on vacation. How do I store my filter while I am away?

Allow the filter to dry and refrigerate it while you are away. To prepare the filter for re-use upon your return, prime as you would with a new filter.

How are your filters tested?

Testing of this filter system was performed by QFT, a lab now operating as IAPMO New Jersey, a division of IAPMO, an independent ISO 17025 certified laboratory that is capable of testing following NSF/ANSI protocols. All testing occurred under contro

Can I use your filters with well water?

Our filters are primarily designed for use with municipal (or tap) water. That means they can filter water from any tap, fountain, or faucet. If considering using our products in a well environment, we recommend comparing contaminant levels in your w