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 3.2. The Culligan MaxClear Scout 1 Filter costs $13.99 less ($155 vs $168.99).
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Purewell SF-2.25G PFAS-Free 6-Stage
The Purewell to pick when PFAS and lead are the concern. It uses a different filter than the other Purewells.
Amazon $168.99$168.99
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 | Purewell SF-2.25G PFAS-Free 6-Stage |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.4/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Value 25% | 80 $68.89 per gallon of capacity ($155, 2.2 gal) | 75 $75.11 per gallon of capacity ($168.99, 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 | 30 states certification to NSF/ANSI 42 |
| Element life 15% | 50 element life in gallons not published (neutral score used) | 100 3,000 gal rated per element |
| Warranty 10% | 100 5-year warranty | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Culligan MaxClear Scout 1 Filter | Purewell SF-2.25G PFAS-Free 6-Stage | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity and flow | ||
| Tank capacity | 2.2 gal | 2.2 gal |
| Price per gallon of capacity | $68.89 | $75.11 |
| Elements included | 1 | - |
| Maximum elements | 2 | - |
| Filtration | ||
| Element type | MaxClear ceramic shell with carbon media | 6-stage filter: mesh, PP cotton, carbon, KDF and silver ions (ZeroWater-compatible) |
| Certified | NSF/ANSI 42 | NSF/ANSI 42 |
| 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: IAPMO certified to reduce Total PFAS, lead, chlorine and mercury; the filter is NSF/ANSI 42 certified. Does not reduce TDS. |
| Running cost | ||
| Rated life per element | - | 3,000 gal each |
| Replacement element | 79 $ | - |
| Build | ||
| Material | brushed or polished stainless steel | 304 stainless steel |
| Height | 26 in | 20 in |
| Diameter | 8.6 in | 8.8 in |
| Weight | - | 7.7 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years | - |