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Brita Tahoe pitcher (Elite filter): what it removes and what it costs
Model: Tahoe 10-Cup Pitcher with Elite Filter (formerly Longlast+), OB60 / filter OB06
The Brita Tahoe pitcher (Elite filter) is certified (NSF/ANSI 42, NSF/ANSI 53 and NSF/ANSI 401) to reduce lead, chlorine, mercury and microplastics. For 2 people drinking and cooking with it, replacement filters cost about $40 a year.
4
certified reductions we track
17¢
filters per gallon at rated life
Price checked 2026-10-23. We may earn a commission.
What the Brita Tahoe pitcher (Elite filter) removes
"Certified" means a certifier (NSF, WQA, IAPMO or CSA) lists this exact product for that reduction claim; the listing is linked. "Brand test only" means Brita cites a lab report but no certifier lists the claim. See certified vs. tested.
| Contaminant | Status | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Lead | Certified | WQA listing, NSF/ANSI 53 ("Lead") |
| Chlorine | Certified | WQA listing, NSF/ANSI 42 ("Chlorine (taste & odor)") |
| Mercury | Certified | WQA listing, NSF/ANSI 53 ("Mercury") |
| Microplastics | Certified | WQA listing, NSF/ANSI 401 ("Microplastics (0.5-1 um)") |
Not verified, either way (no certification or brand claim): PFAS, Chloramine, Fluoride, Arsenic, Nitrate, Chromium 6, Cysts, VOCs, TDS, Bacteria and viruses, Iron, Copper, Uranium, 1,4-dioxane.
What it costs to run
Yearly cost = replacements per year × filter price, for each filter it uses; a filter is replaced at its gallon rating or its month limit, whichever comes first. Water use: drinking and cooking water (0.28 gallons per person a day, EPA's average adult intake).
| Household | Gallons a year | Filters a year | Total a year | Per gallon |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 person | 102 | $40 | $40 | 39¢ |
| 2 people | 204 | $40 | $40 | 20¢ |
| 4 people | 409 | $68 | $68 | 17¢ |
Per-gallon costs in the table are for real use, so they also count any filter replaced at its month limit before it reaches its gallon rating. At rated filter life alone, filters cost 17¢ a gallon (the figure at the top of this page).
Replacement filters
| Filter | Rated life (gallons) | Rated life (months) | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brita Elite Filter OB06 | 120 Source notePDS: 120 gal / 454 L brita.com | 6 Source note | $19.99 Source note1-pack; 2-pack $32.99 on brita.com 2026-10-23 brita.com |
Specs
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Updates about the Brita Tahoe pitcher (Elite filter)
- October 23, 2026 · Only 2 of 15 current pitchers we track are certified for PFAS
- September 30, 2026 · Court hears utilities' challenge to EPA's lead pipe rule (LCRI)
Common questions
What does the Brita Tahoe pitcher (Elite filter) remove?
The Brita Tahoe pitcher (Elite filter) is certified (NSF/ANSI 42, NSF/ANSI 53 and NSF/ANSI 401) to reduce lead, chlorine, mercury and microplastics. For 2 people drinking and cooking with it, replacement filters cost about $40 a year.
Does the Brita Tahoe pitcher (Elite filter) remove PFAS?
It has no certifier listing or brand claim for PFAS reduction.
How much does the Brita Tahoe pitcher (Elite filter) cost to run?
About $40 a year for 2 people ($40 for 1, $68 for 4), counting replacement filters, for drinking and cooking water (0.28 gallons per person a day, EPA's average adult intake).
Data checked 2026-10-23. 102 filters tracked.