Katadyn Hiker Pro Water Microfilter

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'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...

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.

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

Despite the time it takes to fill a 100 oz res, this is a nice filter. Did not seem to get clogged. Kind of wears you out a bit using this for large fills, but did a Nalgene pretty fast.

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 really like this little pump. The water doesn't taste too terribly bad after it's filtered, it takes a pretty good amount of time to pump it though. I really like the adapter on the hose end that fits snug into nalgene wide mouth bottle tops.

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

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

Not quite as compact as my previous General Ecology filter, but so easy to use, it pumps a liter really quickly.

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.

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.

We recently purchased the Katadyn Hiker Pro Microfilter for our backpacking trip to the Na Pali Coast on the island of Kauai. What a wonderful purchase, period! Our packs were at least 25 pounds lighter. No to mention the great tasting water, don't go backpacking without it.

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!