Brand | Berkey |
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Special Feature | Chlorine Reduction |
Product Dimensions | 9.5"L x 23"W x 9.5"H |
Included Components | System, 2 Black Berkey Elements, 2 Berkey PF-2 Fluoride and Arsenic Reduction Elements, Standard Spigot |
Package Information | Can |
Installation Type | Countertop |
Power Source | Gravity-fed |
Manufacturer | Berkey |
Part Number | RB4X2-BB+PF2 |
Item Weight | 9.55 pounds |
Item model number | RB4X2-BB+PF2 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Size | 3.25 Gallons |
Color | Silver |
Finish | Highly Polished AISI 304 Stainless Steel |
Item Package Quantity | 1 |
Special Features | Chlorine Reduction |
Batteries Included? | No |
Batteries Required? | No |
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Royal Berkey Gravity-Fed Water Filter System 3.25 Gallon with 2 Black Berkey Elements, 2 Berkey PF-2 Fluoride and Arsenic Reduction Elements
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Brand | Berkey |
Special Feature | Chlorine Reduction |
Product Dimensions | 9.5"L x 23"W x 9.5"H |
Included Components | System, 2 Black Berkey Elements, 2 Berkey PF-2 Fluoride and Arsenic Reduction Elements, Standard Spigot See more |
Package Information | Can |
Installation Type | Countertop |
Power Source | Gravity-fed |
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About this item
- ENJOY GREAT-TASTING TAP WATER EVERY DAY AT HOME- The 3.25-gallon Royal Berkey System can be used on a countertop in your kitchen or office to transform tap water into delicious drinking water that's also ideal for making your favorite beverages or cooking.
- FLUORIDE AND ARSENIC REDUCTION- Berkey PF-2 Fluoride and Arsenic Reduction Elements replacement filters are designed for use in conjunction with Black Berkey Elements to adsorb fluoride, arsenic(V) and pre-oxidized arsenic(III), and other residual typical heavy metal ions.
- INDEPENDENT TESTING- Black Berkey Elements (the original BB9-2) are composed of a unique, proprietary blend of multiple media types backed by testing from accredited, third-party labs. Black Berkey Elements remove or dramatically reduce over 250+ typical contaminants that could be present in freshwater sources—no electricity, tools, or plumbing are required.
- THE ORIGINAL BERKEY BB9-2 AND PF-2 FILTERS- Don't fall for lookalike filters that use our Berkey BB9-2 or PF-2 model number or trademarks in their titles or product descriptions to legitimize their brand as replacements or "compatible", when they are not. Black Berkey Elements are designed to work synergistically with Berkey PF-2 filters to target specific contaminants that far exceed the reduction capabilities of cheap knock-off filter brands.
- ECONOMICAL, LONG-LASTING- Black Berkey Elements provide filtered water for just pennies per gallon. Each pair of Black Berkey Elements lasts for up to 6,000 gallons before replacement is recommended. Black Berkey Elements may require replacement sooner based upon the quality of influent water. We recommend replacing Berkey PF-2 Fluoride and Arsenic Reduction Elements after 1,000 gallons of use, under normal conditions.
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Value for money | 3.8 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.4 | 4.1 | 4.3 |
Easy to assemble | 4.2 | — | 4.6 | 3.8 | 4.6 | — |
Easy to use | 4.1 | 3.6 | 4.0 | — | 4.1 | — |
Easy to install | — | 4.6 | 4.4 | — | — | 4.7 |
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capacity | 3.25 gallons | 2.25 gallons | 2.25 gallons | 2.5 gallons | 1.5 gallons | — |
power source | Gravity-fed | Gravity-fed | Gravity-fed | Gravity-fed | Gravity Fed | Non Electric |
model name | — | — | WD-TK-FS | BER-LU2+BER-PF2 | BER-TU2+BER-PF2 | WD-BST |
material | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel | Non-BPA/BPS co-polyester | Stainless Steel | Stainless Steel |
included components | System, 2 Black Berkey Elements, 2 Berkey PF-2 Fluoride and Arsenic Reduction Elements, Standard Spigot | System, Black Berkey Elements, Berkey PF-2 Fluoride & Arsenic Reduction Elements | Upper Chamber*1, Lower Chamber*1, Water Level Spigot*1, Water filter*4, Stand | System, Black Berkey Elements, Berkey PF-2 Fluoride & Arsenic Reduction Elements | System, Black Berkey Elements, Berkey PF-2 Fluoride & Arsenic Reduction Elements | — |
weight | — | — | 5.7 kilograms | 5 pounds | 6.97 pounds | — |
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ASIN | B002R8ON3I |
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Best Sellers Rank | #28,472 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement) #66 in Under-Sink & Countertop Filtration |
Date First Available | October 2, 2009 |
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Berkey systems are designed to meet the specific needs of consumers seeking practical and cost-effective water filtration solutions. Berkey systems are simple and easy to use and require no electricity, costly installation, or tools, providing economical, long-lasting water filtration for just pennies a gallon. Berkey systems are used every day in homes around the world by discerning consumers who trust the quality of Berkey systems to meet their drinking water needs. Berkey gravity-fed water systems are available in 7 sizes.
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Customers like the water purification unit for its ability to filter out impurities. They say it filters excellently and is completely worth the price. Customers also like that the water tastes great and is odorless. They also like the performance. However, some customers disagree on quality, ease of set up, and water quality.
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Customers have good things to say about the taste of the water purification unit. They say, for example, it tastes great, is tasteless, and light. Customers also appreciate the sweet taste.
"...Everything I drink, especially tea, tastes better after a week or so of using this filter system...." Read more
"...The water taste so amazing and is so crystal clear. This product is so easy to assemble and use...." Read more
"...The taste is way different than using brita or pur filters. There is no strong smell of chlorine anymore...." Read more
"...PROS1. The quality and flavor of the the water is wonderful! Delicious, safe, and uncontaminated.2. Very simple maintenance...." Read more
Customers like the filtering of the water purification unit. They mention that it filters excellently, quickly, and is easy to use. Some say that the charcoal filter does a good job filtering the water, and that the filters are still doing their job.
"This product is so amazing! Our tap water has always tasted awful and has an eggy smell to it so I don’t dare to drink it...." Read more
"...The system filters the water pretty good and the test with red dye food coloring really worked...." Read more
"Great product and great seller! I will buy a smaller one with the white fluoride filters for travel...." Read more
"Excellent product but priming the Berkey was a nightmare.Un producto excelente pero el priming fue una pesadilla." Read more
Customers like the performance of the water purification unit. They say it works extremely well, does a great job, and is simple. Some mention that the results are so good that they have to quit. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and quality of the product.
"It seems to do a good job. I feel the directions for assembly are very confusing, and I assemble things for a living...." Read more
"Product itself is great. Works as it should, but this was supposed to come with 2 PF-2 filters and it did not...." Read more
"The product does exactly what it's designed to do, and it does it very well. I can't find any fault with the product's functionality...." Read more
"We had some issues getting this to work right for the first few weeks...." Read more
Customers like the contamination of the water purification unit. They mention that it filters out all the impurities and chemicals in the water. They also say that the black filters can be easily cleaned repeatedly by soaking in 25% vinegar. Overall, customers are satisfied with the quality and quantity of the product's water.
"...I highly recommend getting this for clean drinking water." Read more
"...All parts are accessible for cleaning in the kitchen sink.3. Sturdy construction and simple design mean there is really nothing to break...." Read more
"First off this is a great product that filters out all the impurities that weren't in our water before we started dumping chemicals into our own..." Read more
"...a paper clip to not answering their phone, the unit itself produces clean drinking water based off my taste and smell...." Read more
Customers like the value of the water purification unit. They say it's well worth the money, a smart investment, and a great buy. Some customers also mention that the end result is worth it. Overall, most are satisfied with the value and quality of the product.
"...But, I can tell you that so far the pricey system is worth it.The taste is way different than using brita or pur filters...." Read more
"Great product and great seller! I will buy a smaller one with the white fluoride filters for travel...." Read more
"...Thankfully, there was no need...All in all, pretty decent product. :)" Read more
"...this is the best thing you can get for the freshest water and at a very low price...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the water purification unit. Some mention it will last a long time, is reliable, and confident about the water they are drinking. However, others say that it arrived dented, scratched, and made of extremely cheap feeling plastic.
"...Nothing got broken during the installation...." Read more
"...It was packaged well, they sent this item right away, one piece was slightly dented but nothing serious and everything was included – up till I..." Read more
"...2. Very simple maintenance. The filters last for a very LONG time before replacement. All parts are accessible for cleaning in the kitchen sink...." Read more
"...again, Bois Blanc, for your help in remedying the purchase of the faulty product." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the ease of set up of the water purification unit. Some find it easy to assemble and use, while others say it's a bit harder than expected and the directions are confusing.
"...I Googled YouTube again and had an 'Aha!' moment. Very easy once you know that they hook on below the black canisters...." Read more
"...This product is so easy to assemble and use. I highly recommend getting this for clean drinking water." Read more
"...But I have been disappointed at times by the lack of effort...." Read more
"...Delicious, safe, and uncontaminated.2. Very simple maintenance. The filters last for a very LONG time before replacement...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the water quality of the water purification unit. Some mention that the water is very good, tastes better, and is healthy. They say it's incredibly refreshing and truly hydrated. However, others say that the filter was seeping through the bottom, it took longer for the water to filter through, and there was no spigot to release the water.
"...No water seen around the spigot since then.I'm especially glad I got that "Water View Spigot." It has already been helpful...." Read more
"...I have no water spills through my spigot like other customers complained about and I see no glue residue coming out of any of the black filters...." Read more
"...Water was seeping through the bottom of the filter where it was glued to the base and our unit definitely did NOT pass the food color test...." Read more
"...I made the investment and I look forward to many years of clean, healthy water that I can enjoy at home or while camping." Read more
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Everything I drink, especially tea, tastes better after a week or so of using this filter system.
Installation was easy for me after I stressed out thinking it would be really difficult. I'm not particularly mechanical and I'm awful at following instructions.
Before I ordered the Royal Berkey, I asked my son if he would be willing to put it together for me. I had read reviews of people having problems with leaky spigots and puddles on the floor, etc. He said he would. Good thing, because I had already decided to order it. It turns out that I didn't need any help.
On recommendation of some of the reviews, I bought the glass Royal Imperial Berkey Water Filter Water View Spigot to help me know how much water is in the tank. Apparently if you fill it too full, it may leak through where the top (filter) section sits on the water storage canister. I'm very glad I did order the glass spigot. I'm finding it very helpful.
While I was waiting for everything to arrive, I read every review of each model. I got some great ideas! I used many of them. I'll share some of the ones that helped me most here.
I decided to take it very slowly, step-by-step, and do each step correctly the first time. That's not my normal style, but the slower, cautious approach paid off for me this time. Nothing got broken during the installation.
I briefly looked over the instructions that came with the unit and decided to come back to them in a few minutes when I was ready to put the system together.
I viewed the YouTube videos of how to PRIME the filters. VERY helpful! Also helpful was one reviewer's comment about how you will get sprayed with water. I thought I could avoid that if I was careful, but I got semi-soaked. It was kind of interesting watching all that dust and debris rush out of those filters and down the drain.
After viewing the YouTube video, I went back to the instructions that came with the unit. It was much easier after having seen it done on the video.
Installing the canisters was easier than I thought it would be. It was fairly obvious how to install the BLACK canisters, just just stick their little stems through the holes in the bottom of the top stainless steel tank, but I had trouble finding the instructions on how to install the white ones. I somehow missed those instructions or didn't understand them. I Googled YouTube again and had an 'Aha!' moment. Very easy once you know that they hook on below the black canisters. I was thinking they fit in one of those other slots. There are little ARROWS on the canisters that point up, so it's easy to know how to connect them.
There are 4 slots for canisters, and only 2 black canisters (with 2 white canisters hanging on to them). That leaves two extra empty slots. Something has to be in those slots or the water will just gush through, defeating the whole purpose.
It took me a few minutes to figure that out, the hard way, so I filled the tank with water, which just swooshed right into the containment (storage) tank, without ever touching very much of the filter canisters. The water went through so fast it was obvious that it didn't filter anything. It didn't even make good contact with the filters.
Then I remembered the PLUGS I had read about and had tossed aside earlier because I didn't know what to do with them. I took the plugs and plugged them into the slots that didn't have filters attached to them. Then I put water through again. The water didn't drain straight through. It filled the tank as it was supposed to do. THIS time I could hear the water draining through, but very, very slowly. At that rate it would take a couple of hours, or more, for all the 3 gallon or so of water to filter through. That was what I wanted.
When I installed the spigot, very carefully so I didn't break it or ruin the threads, I tested it by filling the storage canister with water. I noticed just a smidgen of water around the spigot, so I went back in, unscrewed it, and screwed it back. Apparently I hit the "sweet spot" as another reviewer put it. No water seen around the spigot since then.
I'm especially glad I got that "Water View Spigot." It has already been helpful. I can see that it will pay for itself.
I moved my filter system around, first on top of a higher 'bar' counter-top, but that means I have to get a step-stool to fill it. Then I put it so it would drain into the sink, 'just in case', but I couldn't fit a container under the spigot very easily. I moved it to the edge, so that the spigot hangs right over the edge of the counter, but I didn't like how it looked. I moved it back on the higher 'bar' counter-top. That works fine for me because it's easy to get the spray faucet and fill it that way or climb up and fill it every couple of days as needed. After using it for a couple of weeks, I've found that I need to fill it every 3-4 days.
I hope some of my experience will be helpful to someone. I had fun doing this, and I'm the world's worst at assembling things. If you are like me, an uncoordinated klutz, just plan it out, do it slowly, step-by-step, doing each step correctly as you go. It's really easy, and fun. I'm really pleased with how it filters the water.
The taste is way different than using brita or pur filters. There is no strong smell of chlorine anymore. I do not have to replace the filters every 2-3 months like the pur. The two buckets actually look quite nice, more fancy looking than any lowe's bucket. The system filters the water pretty good and the test with red dye food coloring really worked. I have no water spills through my spigot like other customers complained about and I see no glue residue coming out of any of the black filters.
TDS will not measure the quality of the filtration system (just the minerals in it) but just for the people who are obsessed with it, my personal experience is this:
Philadelphia Tap Water: 217 ppm
Poland Spring Water: 28 ppm
Berkey Filtered Water:
1st time filtered water: 234 ppm (Likely from the white dust that does come out of the fluoride filters for the first time)
2nd time: 209 ppm
3rd time: 186 ppm
4th time: 187 ppm
5th time: 181 ppm
6th time: 190 ppm
If your tap water is not so good, like mine in Philly (No surprise there)(We were ranked among the worst in the nation among other cities in FL & CA), consider the Berkey, it is pricey but is nice looking.. I know what you think, 150$ worth of silver trash cans that likely cost 1$ to make in China and 5$ to ship across the Pacific Ocean to this FL company…. however the other 150$ is fair for 4 filters (2 black filters and 2 fluoride filters). If you plan to keep it long term, the initial 150$ investment is worth it so far. I will keep you posted if anything comes up. BTW, I do not work for the company and Amazon can verify I am real owner of this thing. I usually do not write reviews… I want to make the decision easier for you than it was for me watching countless youtube videos…. Hope this helps….