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LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic
LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic
LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic
LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic
LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic
LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic
LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic
Girl holding two cups of safe water — every LifeStraw purchase provides a year of safe water for a child
LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic
LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic
LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic
LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic
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LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic

BPA-FREE PLASTIC FILTER PITCHER

$44.95
Meet the LifeStraw Home Essential Water Filter Pitcher – where easy access to safe water meets everyday life. This BPA-free 10-cup pitcher is the only filter pitcher that removes bacteria, parasites, and microplastics while reducing lead, mercury, PFAS, chlorine, and 30+ contaminants. With a sleek Danish-inspired design, ergonomic handle, and fridge-friendly size, it's an effortless addition to your kitchen–and your daily routine.
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This product filters

  • PFAS
  • Pesticides
  • Cryptosporidium
  • Pharmaceutical
  • Lead
  • Giardia
  • E. Coli
  • Microplastics
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  • Includes: Pitcher, Membrane microfilter and carbon filter
  • Rigorously tested. Removes microplastics, bacteria, and parasites while reducing PFAS, lead, mercury, chlorine, herbicides, pesticides, VOCs, dirt, sand, and cloudiness.
  • The membrane microfilter lasts 264 gallons (1 year). The activated carbon + ion exchange filter lasts 40 gallons (2 months).
  • Fridge-Friendly Fit: Carefully sized to fit standard refrigerator doors and shelves. Keeping fresh, filtered water within reach without taking up unnecessary space.
  • Everyday Durability: One-piece construction using durable, long-lasting materials that stand up to everyday use. Mess-free, maximum durability. 
  • Proven Protection: Rigorously tested, verified protection in every pour. Removes microplastics, bacteria, and parasites while reducing PFAS, lead, mercury, chlorine, herbicides, pesticides, VOCs, dirt, sand, and cloudiness.
  • Danish-Inspired Design: Thoughtful form meets advanced filtration. From the ergonomic handle to the easy-fill lid and Danish-inspired body, no design detail is overlooked.
Dimensions & Care

• Weight: 1.7 lbs | 0.7 kg
• Size: 8 x 5.9 x 11.3" | 20.2 x 15 x 28.6 cm
• Pitcher Material: BPA-free, FDA food-grade-compliant plastic
• Care: Hand wash the pitcher and filter housing after removing the filters; do not use soap on the filters.
• Includes: Pitcher, easy-fill lid, filter housing, LifeStraw Membrane Microfilter, LifeStraw Activated Carbon + Ion Exchange Filter, user manual

LifeStraw Membrane Microfilter Removes:
  • 99.999999% of bacteria (E. coli, etc.)
  • 99.999% of parasites (Giardia, Cryptosporidium, etc.) 
  • 99.999% of microplastics
  • Pore size: 0.2 micron
  • Filters 264 gallons (1,000 liters), up to 1 year
LifeStraw Activated Carbon + Ion Exchange Filter Reduces:
  • Lead, mercury, chromium III, cadmium, copper and other heavy metals
  • Chlorine and odors for improved taste
  • Chemicals including PFAS, pesticides and herbicides
  • Filters 40 gallons (150 liters), up to 2 months
Additional Filtration Specifications:

• Meets NSF 42 standard for chlorine and nominal particulates class 1
• Meets NSF 53 standards for reduction of PFOA and PFOS (“forever chemicals”), VOCs, lead, mercury, cadmium, copper, and other heavy metals
• Meets NSF 401 standard for reduction of microplastics and emerging chemical contaminants
• Meets US EPA & NSF P231 drinking water standards for the removal of bacteria and parasites
• See Performance Spec Sheet for full list of claims

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For more information and videos of how to use and clean visit the product document page

  • Free shipping on orders $75+ (US lower 48 only)
  • 45-day returns on unused items in original condition (US lower 48).
  • Free return shipping for eligible returns (US lower 48).
  • Not returnable: discounted/promo or bundle items, final-sale or limited editions, and products $300+ (defects covered by warranty).
  • Refunds issued 7–10 business days after inspection to your original payment method.
  • Bought elsewhere? Returns must go back to that retailer.


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LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic

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Filtration that actually works

Activated Carbon & Ion Exchange Filter

The Carbon filter reduces Lead, mercury, chromium III, cadmium, copper and other heavy metals. It reduces Chlorine and odors for improved taste and chemicals including PFAS, pesticides and herbicides. It lasts 40 gallons (150 liters), up to 2 months

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The Membrane Microfilter

The Membrane Microfilter removes bacteria (E. coli, etc.), parasites (Giardia, Cryptosporidium, etc.) and microplastics. It lasts 264 gallons (1,000 liters), up to 1 year.

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5-STAR FEATURES

Easy-fill Lid

Just run under the facuet to start filtering. No fumbling or fuss.

TWO-STAGE FILTRATION

Stay protected with an activated carbon & membrane microfilter that filters the bad, preserves the good.

ERGONOMIC HANDLE

It feels good in your hand even when it’s at capacity. Easy pouring, easy living ahead.

Maximum durability

Molded in one fell swoop with durable, long-lasting materials that stand up to everyday use.

BPA-FREE PLASTIC

BPA-free, FDA food-grade-compliant plastic that eliminates exposure to harmful chemicals .

Easy-fill Lid

Just run under the facuet to start filtering. No fumbling or fuss.

TWO-STAGE FILTRATION

Stay protected with an activated carbon & membrane microfilter that filters the bad, preserves the good.

ERGONOMIC HANDLE

It feels good in your hand even when it’s at capacity. Easy pouring, easy living ahead.

Maximum durability

Molded in one fell swoop with durable, long-lasting materials that stand up to everyday use.

BPA-FREE PLASTIC

BPA-free, FDA food-grade-compliant plastic that eliminates exposure to harmful chemicals .

Independent Lab tested

LifeStraw products have a history of use in some of the harshest conditions around the world, from refugee camps to natural disasters to extreme back-country, our products have to work because lives depend on them. Our testing and transparency is unparalleled and we use the most trusted performance criteria based on protocols established by the World Health Organization, the US EPA, NSF International and the Water Quality Association.

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LifeStraw

Filters Chlorine & Odors
Filters Bacteria & Parasites
Filters Microplastics
Mercury & Lead
PFAS
Filters Pesticides & Herbicides

brita

Filters Chlorine & Odors
Filters Bacteria & Parasites
Filters Microplastics
Mercury & Lead
PFAS
Filters Pesticides & Herbicides

zerowater

Filters Chlorine & Odors
Filters Bacteria & Parasites
Filters Microplastics
Mercury & Lead
PFAS
Filters Pesticides & Herbicides

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What others are saying

Overall rating: 4.8541665 / 5 from 48 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup Plastic offers clean, fresh-tasting water through its effective filtration system. Customers appreciate its perfect size for refrigerator storage and its durable, one-piece construction. The Danish-inspired design ensures ease of use and aesthetic appeal.

Summary topics

  • Water Quality (50%): Many customers remarked that the water is nice, clean, fresh, and has a great taste.
  • Water Taste (35%): A substantial number of customers brought up that the water tastes great, crisp, clean, fresh, and refreshing.
  • Product Size (35%): A substantial number of customers stated that the size of the product is perfect for their needs.
  • Pitcher Convenience (28%): A significant number of customers stated that they love the pitcher and find it convenient to keep in the refrigerator.
  • Product Design (13%): It was noted by customers that the design of the product is excellent, sleek, and easy to use.

Review topics: ["feel","water","size","filter","design","color","looks","pitcher","quality","material","shape","fits","capacity","taste","addition","bacteria","works","lifestraw","smell","problem","option","help","microplastics","use","metals"].

Review highlights

  • "Clean tasting water easy instructions and eco friendly." — Barbara R.
  • "Easy setup, and the water is filtered really well!" — Zil L.
  • "Excellent product and great tasting water." — Giovanni S.

Reviews

Excellent quality!

"This is my first LifeStraw product and I love it. It's a great size, excellent quality, and looks beautiful! It is easy to use and I love the benefits of its filtration system. No more heavy metals, microplastics, chemicals, bacteria, or parasites! The water is clean, tastes great, and leaves you with some peace of mind. Bonus: every LifeStraw purchase helps a child in need."

— Lacey W. (5/5)

Easy to use, convenient, and great for everyday filtered water.

"I really like the LifeStraw Home Essential because it has a simple, clean design and is easy to use. The water flows smoothly, and the pitcher is convenient to keep in the refrigerator. It is also easy to clean and maintain. Overall, it is a great option for having filtered water available at home."

— Antonina B. (5/5)

A true home essential

"I love this pitcher! As someone who only drinks bottled water normally, it has been the ultimate game changer being able to have clean, cold water anytime right in my fridge. No more running out of bottles. The water tastes so clean, which may sound silly, but it really does! Highly recommend. It also comes in super cute colors, which is always a fun bonus."

— Kaitlyn H. (5/5)

Good cleaning and a pleasant taste

"I really liked the tap water filtration pitcher. It was a generous 10-cup capacity and is made from safe plastic, something that is important these days. It also uses two filters, which improves water quality. The filtered water tastes very pleasant and undergoes thorough purification, removing over 30 types of contaminants."

— Nataliia T. (5/5)

Refreshing

"Love having this LifeStraw pitcher to keep ice cold water in the fridge! We fill it up every morning with our RO water system to reduce the TDS levels to nearly 0 ppm. Such great tasting water! This 10-cup version is the best size for our family of 4. Great product!"

— Cory M. (5/5)

Sleek design, clean water, and easy storage.

"This LifeStraw Home Essential 10-Cup filter has been a game changer for my water intake. It is simple to set up and easy to clean. There is absolutely no assembly, and the design is sleek and can easily be put into the refrigerator. You can taste the fresh clean water with each batch it filters, and it is easily portable from counter to fridge or wherever you would like to store it."

— Victoria F. (5/5)

Great size and shape

"I like the size of this pitcher, it fits a bit better in my fridge than other ones I've used. Easy setup, and the water is filtered really well! My only minor complaint is that it's a bit slow to filter, but I'm sure that's actually a good thing!"

— Zil L. (4/5)

Very comparable to their competitors

"As someone who has been an avid Brita and PUR user, I'm always interested in trying out new water filtration products. I like that this has double filtration with the mineral filter, and it also has the microfilter in it as well. The water tastes fresh. It looks really sleek, and I enjoy using this product over a previously purchased competitor. It also has a handle for easy pouring."

— Jordan S. (5/5)

Fresh filtered water at home

"This pitcher has been such a great addition to my kitchen. The water tastes fresh and clean, and I love how simple it is to use. The size is also really convenient for keeping in the fridge without taking up too much space. I've really enjoyed using it and would definitely recommend it if you're looking for an easy way to have filtered water at home."

— Jess L. (5/5)

It’s huge and gets the job done!

"I love how gigantic this pitcher is! I hate having to refill my filtered water over and over. This pitcher solves that issue! We have city water and it can often taste and smell of chlorine, which is a total turnoff, so I trust this pitcher to filter out all of the bad stuff and make my water palatable. It hasn't let me down yet! The filter is also super easy to replace."

— Brittany M. (5/5)

Q&A

Will there be a silicone base available for the 10 cup pitcher? I think it may be super important to protect it from being cracked.
Hi Lisa, We do not currently have plans to provide a silicone bumper to our new Essential Pitcher. We appreciate your feedback however and will share it with our team!
Does this remove arsenic from the water?
Hello, The LifeStraw Home Essential Pitchers are not designed or tested to remove arsenic. However, it does reduce a wide range of other contaminants, including lead, mercury, cadmium, copper, chlorine, and several chemicals, while also removing bacteria, parasites, and microplastics. If arsenic is a known concern in your water, we recommend using a treatment system specifically designed and certified for arsenic reduction.
I really like the pitcher's design. However, I have been experiencing a persistent difficulty. When I fill the pitcher with water, not all the water filters through. Some unfiltered water always remains, no matter how much I add to be filtered or how much filtered water is already in the pitcher. To make sure unfiltered water doesn't pour into my glass, I have to take the lid off every time I use the pitcher to confirm that the residual unfiltered water is not mixing with the filtered water. Is there a solution for this dilemma? The filters appear to be installed correctly (and I reinstalled them to be sure). Thanks for any tips you can provide!
Hi there, Thank you for your question. It is normal to see a small amount of residual water remain in the filter housing after filtration. There is a small space between the bottom of the filter and the housing where a little water can collect rather than flowing straight through. This should generally be no more than about an inch of water. If the pitcher is tipped all the way, some of that residual water may pour out, which is expected. If you are seeing significantly more water than this or the filter does not appear to be draining properly, a replacement filter may be worth considering. Please feel free to reach out to us at info@lifestraw.com and our team will be happy to help troubleshoot and review the next best option.