Boroux Compact 1.8 Gal
#13 in Up to 2.25 galFull review
A small stainless gravity filter for one or two people with long-life filters. It costs more per gallon of tank than larger rivals.
Amazon $349$349
1.8 galNSF/ANSI/CAN 3726,000 gal each
2.6/5
A newer 2.25 gal system with a different filter technology. Short filter life makes it expensive to run.
- 2.2 galCapacity
- Tested onlyCertification
- 200 gal eachElement life
Check price at Amazon$169.99
Price checked November 9, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Design leaves almost no water behind in the upper tank
- Claims PFOA and PFOS reduction
Cons
- 200 gallon cartridges need replacing every 3 months
- No NSF or IAPMO certification claimed
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 | PC04 |
|---|---|
| Capacity and flow | |
| Tank capacity | 2.2 gal |
| Price per gallon of capacity | $75.55 |
| Filtration | |
| Element type | Elarisey electrosorption filter |
| Certified | Tested only |
| Certification detail | Listing says it meets SGS standards and reduces PFOA and PFOS; no NSF or IAPMO certification is claimed. |
| Running cost | |
| Rated life per element | 200 gal each |
| Build | |
| Material | stainless steel |
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