A cheaper way to get fluoride filters in the box than the TK-FS, with silver in the carbon filters.
Amazon $199.99
The Scout with its full set of two filters. Buy this one if you will fill the tank daily.
- 2.2 galCapacity
- NSF/ANSI 42Certification
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- Two filters fill the lower tank faster than one
- Same certification as the 1-filter Scout
- $44 more than the 1-filter Scout for one filter
- Filter life is stated in months only
The Culligan MaxClear family
Every Culligan MaxClear model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own capacity.
| Model | Capacity | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Culligan MaxClear Scout 1 Filter | 2.2 gal | 3.4/5 | $155 |
| Culligan MaxClear Scout 2 Filters (this one) | 2.2 gal | 3.2/5 | $199 |
| Culligan MaxClear Venture 1 Filter | 3 gal | 3.5/5 | $199 |
| Culligan MaxClear Venture 3 Filters | 3 gal | 3.2/5 | $309 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 6 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its capacity. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | MCS702P |
|---|---|
| Capacity and flow | |
| Tank capacity | 2.2 gal |
| Price per gallon of capacity | $88.44 |
| Elements included | 2 |
| Maximum elements | 2 |
| Filtration | |
| Element type | MaxClear ceramic shell with carbon media |
| Certified | 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. |
| Running cost | |
| Replacement element | 79 $ |
| Build | |
| Material | brushed or polished stainless steel |
| Height | 26 in |
| Diameter | 8.6 in |
| Warranty | 5 years |
Alternatives in this capacity
The Purewell to pick when PFAS and lead are the concern. It uses a different filter than the other Purewells.
Amazon $168.99The 3-stage Purewell with a water-level window. It costs a little more than the certified PW-OB.
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