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Plastic-Free Rating
Water
Mainstream Brand
Water·PUR

Faucet Filtration System

C
PFR Grade
Fair — some plastic content or limited transparency
PUR faucet filters remove more contaminants than Brita pitchers, including some heavy metals. NSF certified for lead reduction. However, the plastic housing leaches microplastics and the filter does not remove PFAS.
PFR Reviewed

Faucet-mounted water filter with NSF certified lead reduction. More effective than pitcher filters.

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
6
Packaging
4
Transparency
6
Durability
6

This is a rating of this specific product only — not the company. Other products from this brand may score differently.

Last updated: April 5, 2026

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High Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

Drinking water is the most direct route of chemical exposure. Tap water can contain PFAS, chlorine byproducts, heavy metals, and microplastics. The type of filter and container used dramatically affects the chemical load of the water you drink.

Synthetic Plastic Content
80%
synthetic plastic by weight

Why We Rated It This Way

PUR faucet filters are a step up from pitcher filters. NSF certified for lead reduction is meaningful. However, the plastic housing leaches microplastics and PFAS are not removed. A good intermediate option while saving for a whole-house or Berkey system.

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