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Best Water Purifiers and Filters of 2023
The best water purifiers are reliable, easy to use, and lightweight. It allows the user to quickly remove pathogens from a drinking source and have full confidence that the water is clean. From backpacking to an emergency situation, you’ll find a water purifier system that fits your needs in our top picks.
Even the most pristine waters can harbor diseases. Animal and human waste carry diseases and pathogens such as protozoa, bacteria, and even viruses. With so many choices for water treatments on the market, it’s tricky to know what to select. Get to know what makes the best water purifiers and some of the top filters on the market before investing in one yourself. Using these products can help protect you from disease and discomfort in the wilderness.
- Best Backpacking: Sawyer Squeeze Water Filtration System
- Best System: Katadyn Steripen Ultra UV Water Purifier
- Best for Survival: Potable Aqua Iodine Tablets
Continue learning about the best water filters and purifiers, written by Lindsey Lapointe.
December 3, 2023
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