Katadyn Hiker Pro Water Microfilter - 2007 BCS

In the backcountry there is still a lot of stuff we don't want to drink even though the streams look clean. With this little device you can drink all you want. It packs up small, it is easy to operate and clean, and well below the price of the fancier name brands. I used it for two weeks and the whole group came home giardia free.

I love this Micro Filter, I'm not a fan of ceramic filters because if you need to pump from a dirtier source they clog quickly. that being said, the carbon filter with the screen is all i need. Good size and weight for a purifier of this size. Also pumps water at a very good rate.

This little filter is great. I can fill a 3 liter bladder in just a few minutes. The water tastes great even from out some would consider a mud puddle.

We love the filter. We used one last year on a hiking trip and realized it was so easy we bought one for our teenager. He was very happy to get it.

The Katadyn Hiker Pro is a very durable and dependable filter. I carried one on an Appalachian Trail thru-hike without any problems. The replacement filters are very common and easy to replace.
The quick release hose allows you to keep your filtered and unfiltered hoses seperate when you stow your filter.

I would highly recommend this product...!!

A Tried and Tested Filter, I don't know what more to say! Ive used quite a few different Filters, a older generation of this one was my first. They pump fast enough, and seem almost indestructible! Need very little maintenance. If you want one you know will last just about forever, you cant go wrong.

This filter works amazing. I just got back from a 3 day backpack on the Washington coast and the Hiker Pro filtered water for 3 of us flawlessly. One of my friends who always brings treatment tablets was begging for the clean tasting water from the filter. I have used several other filters including the MSR Waterworks, and this filter is SO much faster and easier to pump. I can pump 3 liters before the MSR gets going on 1. The adaptors fit my camelbak, regular nalgene, and narrow mouth nalgene equally well. A must for backcountry trips.

I can't say enough about the Hiker PRO. Whether I'm doing a long day hike or a 3-night backpacking trip, I make sure I have this lightweight filter. Setup is extremely quick and easy. Filled up three 32oz bottles in just a few minutes. IMO there is plenty of hosing. Best tasting water I've had compared w/two other filters owned.

This filter system rocks! Haven't ever used it for standing water but many streams and each time the water is awesome tasting and clean, clean and clear. If you're using tablets STOP or at least give this a try. If you're crazy about weight this shouldn't be an issue for you. It is fairly light and packs up nicely. Whenever I'm storing it for a while I flush through a gallon or so with a tablespoon or bleach to avoid any bio-residue and funky growth. Just run a liter or two through before your next gulp. Cartridges are quite long-lasting and easy to clean. No ghardaia yet and no midnight sprints to the bushes. Worth the weight everytime, it goes anywhere I take a pack, be it Yellowstone, the Medicine Bow Mnts. or a float trip in the Ozarks.

This gear item recently got a heavy workout when I went on a 40 mile 5 day expedition in the Seven Devils Mnts in Hells Canyon, Idaho. It delivered clean, safe water from streams and lakes consistently for a friend and I. We pumped 10 -12 liters each day and were always impressed with its flow rate and reliability. If you have hung out with the mosquitoes next to a lake waiting for you bottles to fill this filter will get you out of there the quickest and with the fewest bites.

Picked this bad boy up about 9 months ago and have no plans of replacing it with something else any time soon. Its a Bit larger than some of the others i have seen around but in my opinion the pros out weigh any complaint I have about the Size.
What I like about it most is the ease of cleaning it in the field... My first trip out with it we were pumping out of some VERY silty water. My buddies filter clogged and were RUINED... mine clogged but we cleaned it out and pumped for the next 2 days for all three of us. If we hadn't had it we would have been very thirsty, and would have had to hike out that day.

Well I'm still alive after using this on multiple backpacking trips and have never gotten sick. So that's a good sign.

Pumps water very fast, packs down small, fits on a nalgene (duh), can be cleaned in the field.

Simple. All you need.

I have had this for a few years now and love it. Works great, it's fast and easy to use. After two years of use I had to change the filter as it started getting sluggish, but it pumped out quite a bit of water. I have heard of people breaking the handle, so when I pump, I put my palm over the shaft so that takes the brunt of the force, so I haven't had any failures. Take care of it and it will take care of you.

Started using this filter back in the early 90's along the A.T. when they were owned by and labeled PUR. This a great filter. Easy to use and faster than most. The construction of the filter is great just do not put all 200 lbs of your weight on the handle to pump when the filter clogs, it may break. (did not say how smart I was). The filter is compact and lightweight.
One change to make on the filter. Get rid of the "acorn" on the end (it is heavy) and buy a fuel filter for a 71 VW.(buy palstic not metal) cut intake hose in the middle and place the VW filter. The VW filter weighs less than an ounce cost about a dollar and will tipple the life of the main filter.

Just got it, super fast delivery from backcountry by the way, and I couldnt be happier. This hiker pro is very small and lightweight, it packs into a small carrying bag(supplied)and you wont even know its in your pack untill you realize that you need fresh, clean, great tasteing water to drink...easy to set up and break down. Cant wait to take it in the field on my next adventure!!

Simple design. Lightweight. Reliable. Super easy to field strip, repair, and clean. The filter lasts for 750 liters of purifying power. All in all it is a low profile, dummyproof, reliable filter. Recommended to everyone I know.

This filter works very well on the trail, it's small, light, and easy to pump. It's a lot lighter than 6 litres in your pack, and will give you maybe twice that before it needs cleaning. I used mine for about 10 litres (without cleaning) and it was pumping fine. The first time, I used a coffee filter on the end, I then snapped the rubber band so... no more coffee filter, but Katadyn even recommends this in the instructions. There are other tips in the instructions that help prolong the life of your filter, this makes me feel like a I bought a quality product and that the manufacturer cares about my satisfaction with their product. It's swiss made, which says something for the filter already, even if the parts are made elsewhere swiss design is typically top of the line.

I did a lot of shopping before settling on this filter. Katadyn solely makes water pumps, hoses, bladders, etc. This gave me reason to trust their product over the competitor. The nalgene attachment with the pro version does NOT fit snug in an MSR dromedary, but the hose works fine, and is what I use to fill. The Nalgene attachment IS very helpful when pumping for yourself without assistance. The bladder attachment seems nice but I don't use hydration packs so I do not know how well it works. All in all, Buy this filter and you will not be disappointed.

I liked this filter a ton...'til it broke on me. I was doing some winter backpacking, and filtered some water (only water available close to the tent) at Arnold Pond in the Adirondacks, and the handle broke. I think the water froze once it got into the filter, and caused the handle to break.

Honestly, filtering water is a good practice, but not always essential, so this is one piece of gear that has kind of had a little more time than others at the back of the shelf...

Recommended over the MSR filters, but still needs some beefiness...plus it takes up a lot of room in the pack.

There is absolutely nothing like a cold drink from a fresh mountain stream. This filter gives you gallon after gallon of easy, trouble-free ecstacy without any awful side effects. The attachments let you attach either to a wide-mouth nalgene or a bladder system. Unfortunately, I use platypus bottles and have to fumble around with holding the hose and pumping the filter at the same time.

This is a superb microfilter. Packs well, the quick connects are a nice feature, and the water tastes just fine. You even get to give your arms a little work out to boot. I've used this filter in Lake Michigan and had no icky problems with my innards, so I definitely trust in this filter. Smallest gripe I had was the re-sealable bag it came with to separate your input and output hoses ripped the moment I got it. Oh well, that's what ziplock bags are for!

This thing is awesome. The attachments for Nalgene bottles and quick release hoses make this a snap to set up and it's much faster than it's rated 1L/min flow rate. The pump is awesome and way less awkward than comparable MSR models with the standard pump design. This is much more durable and having broke the pump handle on an MSR Miniworks, I can vouch for the durability in the Katadyn.

I love this thing. It works like a charm and it is easily serviceable in a pinch. My only dislike is the pump is a little hard to work occasionally, it seems to stick sometimes. Because of this, pulling up on the plunger requires some extra effort. I'm sure others will find this a small price to pay for clean water like myself.

Great filter, simple to use and great for keeping the bottles filled on the trail or at camp. Has quick-connect that plugs right into the new camelbak reservoirs too which is nice.

For the longest time, I held out with my iodine tablets. Reluctant to spend this money for the added weight, I drank liter after liter of unappetizing water for too long. This microfilter system is extremely easy to use, and the filter cartridge will last several week-long trips if cleaned and stored correctly afterwords. Boiling water takes time and sacrifices cool water, and different tablets waste time and often taste. Drop your pack at any point on the trail and get cool, clean water, guarenteed.

We used 2 of these filters for a multi-day stay in Maine's backcountry for 10 people. We didn't have any troubles at all. I have personally been using this system for about 2 years now I switched over from a similar MSR system and wouldn't look back. We were pumping from a variety of different water sources, from high country streams (crystal clear) to valley ponds (kinda nerve wrecking). The filter didn't hiccup the entire time always our drinking water was clean and tasty. Everyone went home without any stomach troubles at all. A few on the trip mentioned going out and getting one as soon as they got home (I recommended Backcountry.com of course).

Have had this filter for only a few trips now but I love it. The quick release option that comes with the Hiker Pro is a great addition as it offers a very convenient setup to quickly refill my Camelback without removing it from my pack. I anticipate years of easy, care free use out of this filter! I love the simplicity and the ease of use that this filter offers.

All of these 5 star reviews tell you that this thing performs. It is a piece of gear that I don't worry about because it simply works.

It is easy to use, easy to maintain and hooks directly to my Nalgene bottle.

This is a tried and true filter that is reliable, and filters great tasting water. I have found it to be easy to use, easy to clean, and have long filter life. I have tried other brand filters, and found that they almost always failed in the field. This filter has never let me down. It is the best filter that my friends and I have used, and between all of us we have tried many different kinds. The quick disconnects are a nice feature, and I think worth the extra cash. Can't think of anything bad to say.

What more needs to be said here about these great filters that hasn't been said by the previous 56 reviewers? I'll review it anyway, for a couple reasons. First, to give it the five-star rating it deserves, and bolster its overall rating here at Backcountry. Second, to reiterate the reliability and ease of use of this great filter. I do much of my backpacking in the Eastern Sierra of California, where I have complete confidence in the safety of the water sources, but my companions don't always share my faith. At 11 ounces, it's an inexpensive insurance policy for them (and I make them carry it). The ease of use also means that everything, including cooking water, can be filtered, which does avoid floaties in one's coffee...

I have not used it in the field yet but I cant wait. have tested it out around town and it works great..water tastes good also and its simple to use. Its not big and bulky so I know I wont mind it in my pack, in fact I will love it when I'm on the trail and need to purify some drinking water.

I went on a three day solo in the Trinity Alps last week and was impressed with this little guy. I didn't pack nearly as much water as i normally would have because of the quick disconnects with my camelback bladder. I knew i would be crossing several streams so I never had more than a liter on me. The first time i went to fill it up i was surprised at how quick it was, i leave my bladder in the pack so i couldn't tell it was full until it was bulging my pack at the seam. My only concern is that this filters down to .3 micron; however, Giardia and Cryptosporidium can be as small as .2 microns. Great product though, i've been recommending it to my backpacking buddies.

Small, light weight, must have for any multi-day trip. We hooked ours straight into our Camelbak bladders without any hassle. Does a great job, water tasted clean without any funky bits getting through. It definitely works better in a slower stream than a really fast one. It tended to float a little too much if the waters moving really fast but all we had to do was hook the tube around a rock (or something like that) to solve that issue. Highly recommend!

This thing has gotten me through multi-day's in Yellowstone, a month in Peru and even urban backpacking through Brasil.

Beat the crap out of it being tossed in packs, back of trucks, airport security...The only weak point that revealed itself is that little nozzle where the unfiltered water comes in. I took some gorilla glue and reinforced the stress marks.

The attachments for a nalgene and to splice into your camelbak are worth their weight in gold. The only downside is the length of the tubes in certain situations. When going through hostels in South America, the long hoses got in the way...about a foot on each side seems to be sufficient when filtering suspect sink water. Picked up a few extra hoses and trimmed to manageable sizes.

I'm yet to have this fail on me, but it's also a good idea to pick up some purifying tablets to toss in the case with this.

At first, it was hard to decide between Katadyn hiker pro and MSR miniworks EX. They both had awesome reviews and seemed to be both greatly working filters. However after researching extensively on water filters, I chose Katadyn hiker pro. After my recent hiking trips, I was more than pleased with it. It pumped 1L of clean/better-tasting water in less than 50sec. (they say 58sec or something, but not too sure) It is pretty light as well! (about 5~6 oz lighter than MSR miniworks EX, I think, due to its plastic pre-filter cap; rather than MSR's metal pre-filter coil.) Clean water comes out from a hose, so you can actually fill any kind of water containers. (MSR seems to be compatible with only the Nalgene and wide-mouthed bottles/bladders.) There are 3 quick-connect valves included, and you can directly connect them to any water bladder in the market. Again, I have no experiences with MSR, thus cannot make any objective judgement. However, Katadyn hiker pro was not only efficient but also versatile. I recommend it!

I had been using the MSR filter for the last 10 years and had a chance to try this unit last year in the field and i was very impressed. At first glance I thought it looked cheap and was worried I would break it but that was far from the truth. It out pumped my MSR no problem and had not backup like my MSR has had at times. The quick release hoses are nice and the pump action is smooth. Wish I had known about this filter years ago but will be carrying it from this point on. Great Water, Great Filter.

I hike a 600 mile section of the AT and used this filter. I never had any real problems with it and I new that if i needed water I could count on this filter. It's a really light and compact filter. One of the nice things i like about it is that it isn't ceramic so barring some sort of fall the innards wouldn't break. This filter pumps out water really fast and is perfect for an overnight or doing the whole AT.

I have seen them all and used them all but no filter or device tastes as good as the hiker pro. The filter is really easy to use and is extremely light and compact.

Works very quickly compared to the MSR equivalent. Easy to set up, efficient and water tastes great.

Great little filter. Def. would not go backpacking without one.

The best part about the hiker pro is the adapters that come with it. One of them lets u put an adapter on a hidration bladder line and fill it without even taking it out of the pack, makes the whole getting water process a little less time consuming. It has really held up to some abuse and i have gotten a very reasonable amount of water out of one filter. The only con that i can find is that it is a little of the big size, when compared to some of the pens or a small bottle of chlorine.

I love my hiker pro filter. Just remember to take out the actual filtering part and let it dry after each trip or it will mold like mine did, and filters are expensive to replace.

This is a great filter. It's so easy to assemble and use and pumps fast. Just read all the reviews on the page...everyone loves it. The water always tastes great and you know you're not going to get sick.

The thought of "water now, chunk-free" is what drove me to this filter. I have dropped the hose literally into mud puddles and produced good water. It comes with some quick disconnect fittings you can rig to your hydration bladder if thats what you use. Both the output per minute and per number of strokes is accurate. It weighs 11oz dry and 14oz wet. If you let it freeze (dont!) it will not pump but will defrost quickly inside your coat.

I have since moved on to a semihomemade 6oz gravity filter but will still use the hiker pro if I suspect some sources will be muddy puddles.

I've used it on a short overnighter and for 5 days on the AT. We filtered water for three people on the AT hike and it didn't take long at all. Probably less than 10 min for around around 6 liters. That includes setup and tear down. Water tastes great. I definitely prefer filters over steri pens and tablets. No more drinking random bits of floating gunk!

The filter is a solid performer. I have owned this filter for years and without fail it has gotten the job done. The filter stays clean for a very long time. I suggest taking the filter out to dry when you come home from your trip. It is a bit bulky then packed because of the length of the tubes. I have only had one failure with the product...I failed to clear all the water from the filter on a night where temps dropped under freezing. In the morning I attempted to filter water but discovered a small crack in the plastic caused by the water inside freezing. I was still able to pump water but there was a significant spray coming from the crack. I repurchased the same product.

Make sure you pump all water out of the filter system on nights that will freeze. Ice will clog the tubes and will result in cracking the plastic. Two pumps while the intake is out of the water will clear the system for the night.

Very good product.

It works. I've used it on 4 trips so far and probably pumped 12-15 liters with it. No maintenance other than cleaning it when I get home. Pumps efficiently enough so I don't get bored, water comes out clear, tastes fine and I haven't gotten sick. Sure, the hoses can be a pain to deal with, but it beats the sediment and taste that comes with drops or tablets. What else can you say about a water filter?

This works great I would get the filter if I was you. Remember to always filter the water first with a coffee filter. Great pumping action fills a gallon in about 5 minutes, not bad.

I have nothing bad to say. It works great and I am very happy that I bought it. The water pressure is good. It is easy to use. Comes with extra adaptors and seems very reliable especially for the price. I just got back from a trip on the Ozark Highlands Trail with someone who was using another brand filter and he spent most of his time cleaning and re-cleaning the filter (it was brand new by the way). It just kept clogging on him. I was thankful for my Katadyn.

I bought the Hiker Pro about 15 years ago when it was being sold under the PUR brand. I am very happy with this product, as it is easy to maintain, clean and have never gotten sick. The availibility of the replacement filter is very nice and easy to find even after 15 years. I will have to retire my PUR Hiker Pro, but I will replace it with the Katadyn Hiker Pro.
Very good product, Just be sure to clean and dry it when you are ready to store it and it will last a long time.

well,i've got one of the old ones by pur and i tell you its just the best.thiers no messing around with this one,it just gets the job done!

I replaced my old Pur Hiker (10) years with the new model, works great as expected. i like the new quik connect adapters on the hose, really makes it easier to filter by yourself since you do not need to balance the container while you are pumping. The guys with the MSR's..... there busy troubleshooting their filters while I'm drinking.

I love this filter. I've used it for over a year now on half a dozen trips, most of which were 4+ days long, to places where I pumped water from both running streams and rivers and lakes multiple times a day. Still haven't needed to replace the filter. Water tastes great, works quick, easy to use, easy to store, easy to carry, light, doesn't clog. I honestly have no idea what else I could ask for with this.

Works like a charm. I've read some reviews about fragile pump handle. I don't find this to be true. As any piece of equipment you pay good money for you should take care of it and not horse it. The unit is compact, quick connects are a charm. I've found I have to pump less times to fill a liter bottle as advertised. Usually between 38-42 pumps. Have not used it in real dirty water as yet. Always try to find the clearest. I use it with my Boy Scout troop. Several of us have this pump. We still boil the water for a minute after filtering to make sure virus's are removed and then store it in a 2 1/2 gallon collapsible containers.

the hiker pro has not broken on me yet and i have used it on 10 backpacking trips. even if it did it is easily maintainable in the field. it pumps well and not too slow. pick one up if your going out to the back country.

I used this filter on a Smokey Mts trip, it helped keep pack weight down since I only carried 1 liter of water. When I needed more, just stopped at a water source and refilled my Nalgene and my friends' too. Good for dayhikes if you don't want to carry extra water weight.

Just used this on a 4 day/3 night trip around Boulder, UT. The pump worked well, filled my bottles quickly and was a cinch to take apart when preparing for storage. I did crack a 18-year-old Nalgene bottle when putting the bottle adapter in but I chalk that up to both an aged bottle and probably putting the adapter in incorrectly on my part.

The Hiker is a great filter that will give you years of reliability and efficiency. The system is light and very compact. I don't like the pump system as much as the MSR Miniworks but overall it has better features than the MSR. You won't break the filter if you drop it like the ceramic MSR one's and the quick disconnects are nice which allow you too backfill your bladder. The hiker doesn't clog very easily either.(I used the MSR in Yellowstones water's and I had to scrub it every 1 or 2 fills) You can't go wrong with the Hiker Pro because of its reliability, efficiency, weight, and compactness when stored.

I used the Hiker Pro during several camping adventures in Northwestern Wisconsin, and I was impressed each and every time. I even used it on a small lake that had 4 visible beavers swimming about, and guess what? no giardia! This filter is the real deal.

Hello, This is a awesome water filter no problems it sure is a champ when it comes to pumping water for two people. If your a featherlight freak, you should purchase one too

A great, easy to use filter, but in my case the bag to carry it in fell apart after only five 1-2 night trips. The inner material disintegrated and then one end by the zipper started coming un-stitched. But everything else worked great.

If you use a Camelback, I also recommend getting the quick-disconnect adapters for filling (sadly Backcountry doesn't sell them)

I bought this last year and I have loved it. It really does pump 1Liter/minute. IT is super easy to maintain as well.

I've had this since it was the Pur Hiker, quite a few years ago. It's very funcional and fairly easy to use. It is a little difficult to pump, so I would not like to use it for more than 2 or 3 qts at a time.

Have been in many different areas and never been sick, so I guess that's the best testimonial!

However, it is NOT a purifier. They tried to sell a "Purifier" cartridge for it years ago, but pulled it when the EPA disagreed. For a purifier, get the First Need. It is heavier, but you can also back wash the filter...

The filter works great. The instructions do not match the filter, which is annoying however simple these devices are.

When Mexico called, I had to trip south. The water has gotten better over the years due to new equipment & regulations but is still nasty in some rural areas. This filter removed all the grunge & made the water clear. I followed this all up with some steripen action to kill the real little boogies. I'm sure this filter is all you'll need en el norte.

Nice pumping action and easy to use. I'm happy, and I haven't gotten sick yet.

This is simply the best filter out there. After seeing the Hiker in action last summer, I had to get one. I went with the Hiker Pro for the added features. The hydration adapter works great. I take the bite valve off my CamelBak and the fitting plugs in and I can backfill it while it is still in my pack. This filter is super easy to use and maintain.

My brother and I have been doing quite a few three day fast-pack trips in the past three months. Our first trip we took the Iodine and Iodine Taste Remover Caplets. Then my brother bought the Hiker Pro. I must say, while hiking in the Shannandoa, George Washington National - and many other small state parks - I have never had such great tasting and pure water than what I drank from this filter. It was like a religious moment when we found cold water also. I must say, from using this product for three to four months now, I won’t be buying any other water filters. It’s great for fast-packing because of the low weight and packability, and also great because of the option of getting the quick connect for your water bladder which makes fill ups go twice as fast. I recommend getting this product!

The Hiker Pro is a good, solid, lightweight water filter that will not leave a bad taste in your mouth. I bought it just because of the quick disconnect features but got a whole lot more in return. It is easy to use and is compact enough that it doesn't take up a whole lot of room in your pack. There aren't a lot of parts to it, so field maintenance (if needed) is a breeze. I recommend it highly and have convinced several of my friends to get one of their own.