Waterdrop TK-AB-FS vs Waterdrop TK-AE

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The Waterdrop TK-AB-FS is the better gravity water filter overall, rated 3.3 to 3.0. The Waterdrop TK-AB-FS leads on certification. The Waterdrop TK-AE costs $10 less ($189.99 vs $199.99).

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Waterdrop TK-AB-FS vs Waterdrop TK-AE

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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 weightWaterdrop TK-AB-FSWaterdrop TK-AE
Overall rating3.3/53.0/5
Value 25%64 $88.88 per gallon of capacity ($199.99, 2.2 gal)67 $84.44 per gallon of capacity ($189.99, 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 tank17 2.2 gal tank
Certification 20%40 states certification to NSF/ANSI 42, NSF/ANSI 3720 no certification or test claim published
Element life 15%100 3,000 gal rated per element100 3,000 gal rated per element
Warranty 10%11 1-year warranty11 1-year warranty

Specifications

Waterdrop TK-AB-FSWaterdrop TK-AE
Capacity and flow
Tank capacity2.2 gal2.2 gal
Price per gallon of capacity$88.88$84.44
Elements included43
Maximum elements43
Filtration
Element typeCoconut shell carbon block with silver ions (black)Coconut shell carbon filter (black)
CertifiedNSF/ANSI 42, NSF/ANSI 372None stated
Certification detailListing title: NSF/ANSI 42&372 Standard. The listing text does not say which component is certified.Listing makes no certification claim for this three-filter model.
FluorideIncluded-
Fluoride element life1,000 gal-
Running cost
Rated life per element3,000 gal each3,000 gal each
Build
Material304 stainless steel304 stainless steel
Warranty1 year1 year

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