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Plastic-Free Rating
Water
Water·Aquasana

Whole House Water Filter System (1,000,000 Gallon)

A
PFR Grade
Excellent — minimal plastic, transparent materials, safe for daily use
Removes 97% of chlorine, 99% of lead, and PFAS. NSF certified. Aquasana is one of the most trusted whole house water filter brands. Filters all water entering the home.
PFR Approved

3-stage whole house water filter system. Removes 97% of chlorine, 99% of lead, and PFAS. NSF certified.

Score Breakdown

How scores are calculated

Materials (40%): How plastic-free the product is — raw materials, construction, and coatings.

Packaging (20%): Is the product packaged in plastic? Is it recyclable?

Transparency (20%): Does the brand disclose ingredients, sourcing, and manufacturing?

Durability (20%): How long does it last? Longer-lasting products reduce plastic waste over time.

Materials
10
Packaging
6
Transparency
9
Durability
9

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Last updated: April 6, 2026

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Low Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

Tap water in the US contains PFAS, chlorine, chloramine, lead, and microplastics. A quality water filter is the most impactful single purchase for reducing chemical exposure.

Why We Recommend This Product

Aquasana's whole house filter removes 97% of chlorine, 99% of lead, and PFAS from all water entering the home — including shower water (which is absorbed through skin). The most comprehensive water filtration option.

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