{"id":1386,"date":"2021-11-05T11:27:00","date_gmt":"2021-11-05T11:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/watersoftenercritic.com\/?page_id=1386"},"modified":"2021-11-23T15:42:54","modified_gmt":"2021-11-23T15:42:54","slug":"refrigerator-filters-review","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/watersoftenercritic.com\/refrigerator-filters-review\/","title":{"rendered":"The Best Refrigerator Water Filters in 2021 \u2013 Reviews & Buying Guides"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Alright, we know refrigerator water filters aren\u2019t the sexiest thing in the world. Or the most exciting. But you\u2019re a discerning person and you want the best things in life, right? Or at least better than average, so why not get the best refrigerator water filters you can find, right?<\/p>\n

We thought so. Sit back and take a look at what you\u2019ll need when looking to replace your refrigerator\u2019s filter.<\/p>\n

Considerations for the Best Refrigerator Water Filters<\/h2>\n

In-door refrigerator dispensers are one of those things we kinda take for granted in this modern world. You just push the activator with your cup and liquid pours out. But more than likely, there\u2019s a filter in that refrigerator, and just like the oil purifier in your car, it needs to be changed in order to keep you getting cool clean drink.<\/p>\n

Benefits of a New Refrigerator Water Filter?<\/h2>\n

First thing you\u2019re going to need to know is your refrigerator\u2019s model. Unless it\u2019s printed on the front of the refrigerator (and let\u2019s be honest, most aren\u2019t), the easiest way is to find the sticker inside your refrigerator. It\u2019s going to be in any number of locations: left wall, right wall, high, low, behind the crisper drawer, even behind the toe plate (that little grill at the bottom of the fridge). Once you\u2019ve found it, you can take a look at the filters we list below and get a better idea of which one is for you.<\/p>\n

Filter Medium<\/h3>\n

Now, a word about the strainers. Most are going to use activated carbon of some kind as the purifier medium. Not all, but most, simply because it\u2019s a tried and true method to not only purifier out all kinds of harmful bad stuff in the water, it also makes the drink taste pretty darn good.<\/p>\n

What Is Filtered Out?<\/h3>\n

One thing you\u2019ll need to look into is what the purifier actually strains. Many will, of course, get rid of the majority of trouble causing little bacteria and viruses. But some will also get rid of heavy metals, arsenic, fluoride, and chlorine. Others will either not get rid of some of these, or in the case of fluoride, allow it through on purpose as numerous municipal water companies add it to the water to improve dental health.<\/p>\n

Water Testing?<\/h3>\n

If you\u2019re going the hyper-vigilant route, you can actually have your own h2o tested to see what is in it and what could be a problem in order to get the water filter that will take care of what your city has a problem with. Or you could go to the other end of the hyper-vigilant spectrum and just get a purifier that takes care of everything because you never know when water sources will change.<\/p>\n

The Real Deal<\/h3>\n

And the last thing you\u2019ll run across \u2014 generic or OEM filters. While I\u2019m a big fan of saving money, there are a few things I\u2019m not willing to scrimp on. My health is one of those. Of course, we\u2019re not saying that buying a generic or off-brand water purifier is going to be something that sends you to the hospital. Nothing of the sort. But why skimp on getting a good clean drink for you and your family? Just our two cents, and the reviews here reflect this \u2014 we\u2019ve only looked at OEM softeners.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Our Top Picks for the Best Refrigerator Water Filters in 2018<\/h2>\n

There is no universal standard for refrigerator filters. Each manufacturer has differing requirements. We\u2019ve taken a look at some of the most popular options and reviewed them below. Enjoy!<\/p>\n

The Maytag UKF8001P Pur \ufeffRefrigerator \ufeffCyst Filter 2-\ufeffPack<\/a><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
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