First up, the pitcher. You know, the classic Brita or Pur that sits in your fridge. These are the chillest entry point, usually costing between $15 and $40. That’s like buying a decent pizza, but one that keeps giving you cleaner water for a month or two.
Then we have the faucet-mounted filter. It screws right onto your sink. These guys run from $20 to $60. Think of it as the price of a couple of movie tickets—for you and a friend, with snacks.
Finally, the whole-house filter. This is the big dog. It filters every tap, shower, and toilet in your home. Brace yourself: these systems typically cost $200 to $1,500 or more. That’s not a coffee; that’s a weekend getaway or a shiny new bicycle. Why the range? Size and complexity matter—like comparing a studio apartment to a mansion.
