Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage vs Aquasana Claryum Direct Connect
The Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage and Aquasana Claryum Direct Connect are certified for the same contaminants we track. Replacement filters and water for 2 people cost about $168 a year on the Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage and $184 on the Aquasana Claryum Direct Connect; they cost $350 and $250 to buy.
| Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage | Aquasana Claryum Direct Connect | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Under-sink filter | Under-sink filter |
| Price | $350 | $250 |
| Filters + water a year (2 people) | $168 | $184 |
| Filter cost per gallon (rated life) | 14¢ | 12¢ |
| Gallons per day | — | — |
| Pure to drain | — | — |
| Installation | diy | diy |
| PFAS | Certified | Certified |
| Lead | Certified | Certified |
| Chlorine | Certified | Certified |
| Chloramine | Certified | Certified |
| Mercury | Certified | Certified |
| Microplastics | Certified | Certified |
| Cysts | Certified | Certified |
| VOCs | Certified | Certified |