"Simply the best" - Review of Katadyn Pocket Water Microfilter

This is simply the best filter out there, in terms of durability, capacity, and effectiveness. It is also extremely heavy and not at all compact, but I would choose it any day over the smaller and less durable Katadyns or any other brand. As an added measure against chemical impurities (which are not filtered by the ceramic element), I use the StopTop from my old Pur Scout on the output hose. The StopTop uses activated carbon/charcoal in a manner similar to Brita or Pur pitcher filters to statically absorb certain chemicals (additionally, the StopTop perfectly fits wide-mouth Nalgene bottles). Apparently, Pur stopped shipping the StopTops with their filters because the charcoal also interfered with the purifying iodine, making the main filter less effective. I don't know if the Katadyn would have the same problem, since the filter is silver-impregnated ceramic, but it sure is convenient. Take note that the instructions are a little misleading about cleaning, since apparently the handled cleaning brush is no longer included. Instead they provide large scrubby pads to clean the filter. Highly recommended.
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