Culligan MaxClear Scout 1 Filter
The entry Culligan MaxClear with a certified filter for people who want a name-brand 2.25 gal system at a low price.
Amazon $155$155
The Culligan MaxClear Scout 1 Filter is the better gravity water filter overall, rated 3.4 to 2.4. The Culligan MaxClear Scout 1 Filter leads on value and certification. The Culligan MaxClear Scout 1 Filter costs $150 less ($155 vs $305).
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Doulton W9361139
#16 in Up to 2.25 galFull review
A traditional ceramic-candle gravity filter for buyers who prefer the British Berkefeld approach. The listing gives little hard data to compare it.
Amazon $305$305
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Culligan MaxClear Scout 1 Filter for value ($68.89 per gallon of capacity ($155, 2.2 gal) vs $135.56 per gallon of capacity ($305, 2.2 gal)) and certification (states certification to NSF/ANSI 42 vs no certification or test claim published).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every up to 2.25 gal gravity water filter; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Culligan MaxClear Scout 1 Filter | Doulton W9361139 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 2.4/5 |
| Value 25% | 80 $68.89 per gallon of capacity ($155, 2.2 gal) | 38 $135.56 per gallon of capacity ($305, 2.2 gal) |
| Running cost 15% | 50 replacement cost or element life not published (neutral score used) | 50 replacement cost or element life not published (neutral score used) |
| Capacity 15% | 17 2.2 gal tank | 17 2.2 gal tank |
| Certification 20% | 30 states certification to NSF/ANSI 42 | 0 no certification or test claim published |
| Element life 15% | 50 element life in gallons not published (neutral score used) | 50 element life in gallons not published (neutral score used) |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Culligan MaxClear Scout 1 Filter | Doulton W9361139 | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity and flow | ||
| Tank capacity | 2.2 gal | 2.2 gal |
| Price per gallon of capacity | $68.89 | $135.56 |
| Elements included | 1 | 4 |
| Maximum elements | 2 | 4 |
| Filtration | ||
| Element type | MaxClear ceramic shell with carbon media | Ultra Sterasyl ceramic candle |
| Certified | NSF/ANSI 42 | None stated |
| Certification detail | Listing: IAPMO certified to NSF/ANSI 42 to reduce microplastics, lead and Total PFAS. The listing does not name the standards behind the lead and PFAS claims. | Listing makes no certification claim for this system. |
| Running cost | ||
| Replacement element | 79 $ | 42 $ |
| Build | ||
| Material | brushed or polished stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Height | 26 in | 16.7 in |
| Diameter | 8.6 in | 10.4 in |
| Weight | - | 7.5 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |