Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage vs Clearly Filtered 3-Stage Under the Sink
Only the Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage is certified to reduce PFAS, lead, chloramine and mercury and 3 more. Verdict: the Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage for broader certified protection (8 vs 1 of the contaminants we track). Replacement filters and water for 2 people cost about $168 a year on the Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage and $455 on the Clearly Filtered 3-Stage Under the Sink; they cost $350 and $550 to buy.
| Aquasana Claryum 3-Stage | Clearly Filtered 3-Stage Under the Sink | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Under-sink filter | Under-sink filter |
| Price | $350 | $550 |
| Filters + water a year (2 people) | $168 | $455 |
| Filter cost per gallon (rated life) | 14¢ | 23¢ |
| Gallons per day | — | — |
| Pure to drain | — | — |
| Installation | diy | diy |
| PFAS | Certified | Brand test only |
| Lead | Certified | Brand test only |
| Chlorine | Certified | Certified |
| Chloramine | Certified | — |
| Fluoride | — | Brand test only |
| Arsenic | — | Brand test only |
| Mercury | Certified | — |
| Microplastics | Certified | Brand test only |
| Cysts | Certified | — |
| VOCs | Certified | Brand test only |