Berkey water filters have become a must-have among the wellness-inclined in recent years. For those who've been on the fence about buying one of their own, there's some major incentive to snag a Berkey for yourself right now—in addition to their ability remove viruses, pathogenic bacteria, chloramine, pharmaceuticals, pesticides, and up to 99.9 percent of heavy metals like arsenic, lead, mercury, and chromium from your water, of course.
You can currently get a rare discount on all of the beloved brand's filters and accessories, with savings starting at $20 off of all filters and deals that will land you up to $75 off some of the brand's other popular products.
Unlike a Healthy Eating Myths, or attached under-sink model, Berkey filters can hold multiple gallons of water, and require no electricity, so you can even take yours with you on camping Shoes & Gear.
Berkeys come in multiple sizes, with capacities ranging from 1.5 to 6 gallons. While the amount of water you drink will also play a role in how large a filter you need, 2 to 3 gallons seems to be the sweet spot for a family of four.
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Most people don't drink over a gallon of water a day, so this 1.5-gallon Berkey model—now on sale for $75 off—is ideal for single people or smaller households. And if you do find yourself a bit thirstier, this model can filter a total of 2.75 gallons per hour, depending on how frequently you're willing to refill it.
This medium-sized Berkey filter can hold 2.25 gallons of water, making it a great choice for is great for households with 1-4 people, according to the manufacturer. This model also comes with a stand, which helps you get a bottle or glass under the spigot, and prevents water from pooling underneath.
With a 4.5-gallon capacity, Berkey recommends this larger model for Best suited for groups of 6-10 people, making it great for a small office or large family. It comes with two black Berkey filters and a stainless steel Water View Spigot that lets you see how much water is left inside the container.
Large families or hydration homies, this one is for you. With a 6-gallon capacity and included metal spigot, this is not only large enough to hold a few days' worth of water, but also looks good doing it.
Before joining Runner's World, Gabrielle Hondorp spent 6 years in running retail (she has tested top gear from shoes, to watches, to rain jackets which has expanded her expertise—and her closets); she specializes in health and wellness, and is an expert on running gear from head-to-toe. Gabi began her journalism career as a Digital Editorial Fellow for Runner’s World and Bicycling Magazine, and has since advanced to a Runner's World Editor specializing in commerce. She has a double degree in English and Media and Communication from Muhlenberg College where she also ran cross country and track.
