Aquasana SmartFlow RO vs AquaTru Classic
Only the Aquasana SmartFlow RO is certified to reduce chromium 6 and mercury. Verdict: the Aquasana SmartFlow RO for broader certified protection (14 vs 12 of the contaminants we track).
| Aquasana SmartFlow RO | AquaTru Classic | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Under-sink reverse osmosis | Countertop reverse osmosis |
| Price | $480 | $475 |
| Filters + water a year (2 people) | $321 | — |
| Filter cost per gallon (rated life) | — | — |
| Gallons per day | 25.7 | 54 |
| Pure to drain | 0.38:1 | 3:1 |
| Installation | diy | none |
| PFAS | Certified | Certified |
| Lead | Certified | Certified |
| Chlorine | Certified | Certified |
| Chloramine | Certified | Certified |
| Fluoride | Certified | Certified |
| Arsenic | Certified | Certified |
| Nitrate | Certified | Certified |
| Chromium 6 | Certified | — |
| Mercury | Certified | — |
| Microplastics | Certified | Certified |
| Cysts | Certified | Certified |
| VOCs | Certified | Certified |
| TDS | Certified | Certified |
| Copper | Certified | Certified |