This large-capacity, fridge-friendly dispenser stands out for combining convenience, sustainability, and solid filtration for its class. It holds 27 cups of water and comes with the Brita Elite Filter, which isn't the best filter out there but performs OK with both critical and secondary contaminants. The filter lasts up to 120 gallons, roughly six months, and three times longer than standard Brita filters, helping keep replacement costs low, even for the most hydrated households. Many users praise its compact, fridge-friendly design and crisp, chlorine-free taste, making it a practical choice for families or anyone wanting high-volume, mid-tier contaminant filtration with minimal hassle.
The Elite filter does a solid job with lead, reducing it by 99% in our tests, and handles PFNA fairly well (89.15% removed). However, it isn't designed to tackle arsenic, fluoride, nitrate, or heavy contamination, so it's not suitable for high-risk water sources. For everyday tap water, it provides peace of mind and a noticeable improvement in safety, but if you have a medical need to filter out a specific contaminant, this isn't a serious enough filter for you.
The dispenser effectively removes barium, copper, and iron, although its performance on other metals can be inconsistent. One concern is that aluminum was introduced during some tests, so it's not ideal for those specifically worried about leaching or high-risk contaminants. There was not enough leaching of any contaminant to make tap water samples unsafe, but it's still not an issue you want to see. Overall, it's mid-tier in heavy metal reduction but safe for general use.
Users consistently report crisp, smooth, and chlorine-free water. The Elite filter improves overall taste, making drinking water more enjoyable, though a small number of users notice minor cloudiness or simply no difference at all. Some reviewers and testers with more sensitive palates reported an aftertaste, but descriptions of the negative tastes were inconsistent. We'd say it's a solid performer for improving flavor and removing common tap-water odors.
Setting up the dispenser is straightforward, and the Elite filter lasts 2–3 times longer than standard Brita filters, meaning fewer changes and minimal hassle. The electronic filter indicator helps you know exactly when it's time to replace the filter, and cleaning is simple for the size of the unit.
Your experience with this dispenser will depend on how well it fits into your kitchen space. Be sure to check the manufacturer's size specs to make sure it comfortably fits in your fridge, and cleaning it won't be a pain in your sink. It's not massive, but it certainly isn't handheld.
With a 120-gallon or six-month lifespan per filter and replacement packs priced at $20–$33, the dispenser is very cost-effective compared with smaller pitcher filters that need more frequent changes. Over the course of five years, our tester estimates you'll spend about $152 on filter replacements, writing that it's “relatively cheap cost if you're not going through filters like crazy.” That said, if you do go through gallons of water every day, then an under-sink filtration system is usually the most cost-effective option in the long term.
This dispenser is ideal for households with generally safe tap water who want a large-capacity, low-maintenance option that improves taste and reduces common contaminants like lead. Its fridge-friendly design and easy-fill spigot make it convenient for families, especially ones that might be too busy to remember to fill smaller pitcher-style filters. It's not recommended for high-risk water sources or areas with serious heavy metal, arsenic, or nitrate contamination, as it isn't designed for those challenges. If your priority is everyday convenience, crisp water, and fewer filter changes, this is a practical, cost-conscious choice. Any household needing robust contaminant removal should look for a more serious filtration system.
