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Plastic-Free Rating
Water
Water·Clearly Filtered

Water Filter Pitcher

A
PFR Grade
Excellent — minimal plastic, transparent materials, safe for daily use
Clearly Filtered removes 365+ contaminants including PFAS, microplastics, and heavy metals. Better filtration than Brita or ZeroWater. The Tritan plastic pitcher is BPA-free but still plastic.
PFR Recommended

Water filter pitcher that removes 365+ contaminants including PFAS, microplastics, heavy metals, and pharmaceuticals.

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
8
Packaging
6
Transparency
8
Durability
7

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Last updated: April 6, 2026

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High Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

Tap water in the US contains detectable PFAS in over 45% of systems tested by the USGS. Plastic water bottles leach BPA, BPS, and microplastics — especially when heated. The average American gets a significant portion of their total plastic exposure from drinking water and beverage containers.

Why We Recommend This Product

Clearly Filtered offers some of the most comprehensive filtration available in a pitcher format. The 365+ contaminant removal claim is well-documented. The Tritan plastic is BPA-free, though not plastic-free.

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