Which Water Filter Is Best for You?
Explore Gravity-Fed to Whole House Water Filter System with
Pure Water 4 Life Australia
Here is our complete guide to Gravity-Fed, Under-Sink, Reverse Osmosis, and Whole House systems to help you choose the perfect water filter for your home — whether you’re off-grid, renting, or filtering water for the entire household we've got you covered.
🪣 Gravity-Fed Countertop Filters
Gravity-Fed Countertop Filters
Simple, Reliable, and Completely Portable
Berkey, Filteroo, Zazen
Description:
Gravity-fed systems use the natural force of gravity to filter water — no electricity or plumbing required. They’re perfect for renters, travellers, or off-grid users who want safe, great-tasting water anywhere. These systems effectively remove bacteria, chlorine, heavy metals, and sediment while preserving beneficial minerals.
Best For:
Renters • Off-Grid Homes • Camping • Emergency Use
Benefits:
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Filters to 1 micon
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Works without electricity or plumbing
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Easy to fill, clean, and maintain
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Long-life filter elements
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Ideal for both rainwater and tap water
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Need to be filled up regularly
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Takes up bench space
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💧 Reverse Osmosis (RO) Systems
💧 Reverse Osmosis (RO) Systems
Ultra-Pure Water — Maximum Filtration Power
Description:
Reverse Osmosis systems use multiple filtration stages to remove up to 99 % of total dissolved solids (TDS), including fluoride, heavy metals, PFAS, micro-plastics, and chemicals. They’re the gold standard for households seeking the highest purity, ideal for infants, immune-sensitive individuals, or anyone who wants absolutely clean water.
Best For: Urban Homes • Fluoride Removal • High-Purity Needs
Benefits:
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Filters to 0.0005 micons
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Removes fluoride, PFAS, heavy metals, and more
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Produces exceptionally pure water taste
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Reliable multi-stage filtration
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Safe for baby formula and cooking
Considerations:
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Takes up quite a lot of under sick space.
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Can waste up to 40% of water
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Robs the water of minerals that need to be replenished
🏠 Whole-House Water Filter Systems
🏠 Whole-House Water Filter Systems
Clean, Filtered Water for the Entire Home
Description:
Whole-house systems filter all incoming water before it reaches your taps, showers, and appliances — giving your entire home protection from sediment, rust, chlorine, and odours. They extend the lifespan of plumbing and hot-water systems while delivering cleaner water for bathing, cooking, and laundry.
Best For:
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Families
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Tank or Bore Water
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All-Home Filtration
Benefits:
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Filters every tap in the house
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Improves shower and laundry water quality
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Protects pipes and hot-water systems
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Ideal for both mains and rainwater supplies
Considerations:
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Plummer Installation required
🔧 Under-Sink Water Filters
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🔧 Under-Sink Water Filter
Hidden Design, Pure Water on Tap
Description:
Under-sink systems connect directly to your kitchen tap or a separate filter faucet, providing an endless supply of filtered water for drinking and cooking. They remove fluoride, chlorine, sediment, micro-plastics, and odours, improving both taste and smell while saving counter space. Installation is quick and low-maintenance.
Best For:
Families • Homeowners • Mains Water Users
Benefits:
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Filters to 1 micron
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Unlimited water on demand
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Compact design hidden beneath your sink
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Instant filtered water at the tap
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Inexpensive cartridge replacements
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Maintains natural water flow and pressure
🚰 Benchtop Water Filter Systems
Benchtop Water Filter Systems
Easy Installation, Instant Filtration — Right on Your Benchtop
Description:
Benchtop water filter systems are the perfect balance between convenience and performance. Designed for renters, families, and busy households, these plug-and-play units simply connect to your existing tap — no plumber or permanent installation required.
They deliver fresh, great-tasting water instantly and are ideal for everyday use in homes, offices, or holiday properties.
Best For:
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Renters • Apartments • Families • Holiday Homes
Benefits:
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No Plumbing Required – Connect directly to your tap with a simple diverter.
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Compact Design – Takes up minimal space while providing full-scale filtration performance.
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High-Performance Filtration – Removes chlorine, pesticides, heavy metals, bad taste, and odour.
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Flexible Options – Available in single or twin systems with cartridges suited to mains or tank water.
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Low Maintenance – Easy filter changes with long-life cartridges.
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Portable – Ideal for renters or anyone who may move house.
Considerations:
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Not Hidden from view and can be a little ugly in new kitchens
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