Brita Denali with Elite filter
The 120-gallon, six-month Elite filter is the cheapest-to-own, most widely stocked cartridge in the category, with certified microplastic removal. Brita's spares availability is the safest bet in the class.
Consolidated from 9 independent outlets
Where the cited sources landed, as we read them
- 4 positive sources
- 1 mixed source
Pros & cons
- ✓ Elite (OB06) filter is rated for 120 gallons and roughly six months
- ✓ Certified for microplastic removal
- ✓ Cheapest-to-own, most widely stocked cartridge in the category
- ✓ Brita's spares availability is the safest bet in the class
- ✓ Consumer Reports' top-ranked pitcher
- ✗ The Elite filter costs more up front than the standard filter
- ✗ Higher TDS levels than ZeroWater
The sources behind this ranking
We searched the web and YouTube for what has been published about this product, then read the articles, video transcripts and comments we found. 4 outlets wouldn't let us check their links. We quote no words from these sources, so each row shows only where we placed it.
Evidence 7 articles, 1 video review and 1 community source
4 positive sources
Consumer Reports Article Read T Tasting Table Facebook post View post W 
World Water Reserve Article Read D 
Dorm Therapy Article Read 1 mixed source
4 stance not read sources
MilSpec Mom Article Read T 
TapWaterData Article Read S 
Sha Gul YouTube review Watch C 
Clean Water Hacks Article Read Frequently asked questions
It ranks #3 of 13 on our water filter pitchers tier list, in A tier. That placement draws on 9 independent outlets.
None of the 5 sources with a clear view is critical of it. The Elite filter costs more up front than the standard filter. Higher TDS levels than ZeroWater.
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S tier #1 Clearly Filtered Pitcher
S tier #2 ZeroWater ZD-010RP Ready-Pour
A tier #4 Epic Pure Water Pitcher
B tier #5 Brita Everyday Elite Water Filter Pitcher
C tier #6 Waterdrop Water Filter Pitcher
C tier #7 2 of 3 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. ZeroWater ZD-012-RP
D tier #8 2 of 11 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. LARQ PureVis
F tier #11 1 of 4 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. Culligan Classic Pitcher
F tier #12 6 of 13 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. Pur Plus Water Filter Pitcher
F tier #13 11 of 12 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick.