Brita vs Reverse Osmosis: Which Filter Do You Need?

Brita removes chlorine taste. Reverse osmosis removes PFAS, lead, arsenic, and 1,000+ contaminants. Side-by-side comparison with costs, pros, and cons.

Filters certified for this job

For the broadest reduction, reverse osmosis (NSF/ANSI 58):

APEC RO-90 Reverse Osmosis System ($229.95) – certified NSF 58
AquaTru Classic Countertop Reverse Osmosis ($395.00) – certified NSF 42, NSF 53, NSF 58, NSF 401
Waterdrop G3 RO System ($849.00) – certified NSF 58, NSF 372

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