PUR 3-Stage Horizontal Faucet Mount Gray FM-9100B
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of PUR 3-Stage Horizontal Faucet Mount Gray FM-9100B
Customer Review: So Far So Good
Summary: 4 Stars
I've had this 11 months. It's not perfect but, for me, it's been the best model I've tried to-date.
And to clarify, I do have the FM-9100 (brushed stainless steel) model.
Some of the reviews here make me think the reviewers are talking about different specific models. Not all the PUR models are created equal.
The key to my happiness is simple:
1. It hasn't developed any cracks in the body that spray water everywhere. (Unlike another PUR model out there.)
2. It has metal threads and I don't have killer water pressure, so it stays on the faucet. (Unlike a Brita model out there.)
3. The water tastes fine.
4. It's easy to use and out of the way.
Understand, it's got some limitations:
1. Make sure you're using the right faucet adapter. Even then, if you have very strong water pressure, it's probably not going to stay attached for the long haul.
2. I think it's hard to change the filter. It takes a lot of hand strength from me to twist the cover off and back on. If you have hard water, it will eventually get worse. I'm guessing I will one day break the unit while attempting to get the cover ALL THE WAY ON.
3. The filter life indicator is a rough guide. It *seems* to go by how many times the faucet is turned on, not the number of gallons filtered. So buy replacements when the light blinks yellow, then replace the filter when it starts tasting bad.
If any of those are deal-breakers for you, I suggest a filter pitcher or a larger under-sink model.
Customer Review: So far, ok
Summary: 4 Stars
We had one of the vertical Pur filters for several years before it developed a leaky crack around the faucet mount (as many others have seen). So how does this compare? I like the horizontal format. This model means you only have to switch a lever near your faucet outlet to easily turn the filter output on and off.
First the bad:
- This model is NOT made of Stainless Steel. It only has a brushed steel -like plastic main cylinder. I had read this from other commenters so it was not a surprise, but purchased it anyway because I don't like the alternative plastic chrome finish. NOTE: only the cylinder is made to look like brushed stainless, the rest is the same old plastic chrome as the `chrome' model.
- Opinion only: I don't know if the faucet mount mechanism on this model is going to hold up very well. It has a quick release mechanism.
The good:
- The horizontal version looks good. I think its better than the vertical
- It is easy to mount.
- Using the lever to select normal vs filtered water is easy and intuitive
All that said, this thing is a bit expensive compared to the non-stainless-looking model so it might not be worth it for you.
Customer Review: not perfect, but you need this or something similar
Summary: 4 Stars
I've now owned three PUR filter products. The first was a pitcher, which worked fine. My first faucet mount eventually started to leak and something jammed up the insides a little. Customer service took good care of me. I now have this one ("stainless steel" - really plastic)I really think a lot of the problems were caused by really poor water quality. I live in an older place and sometimes the shower head ends up full of tiny chunks and fragments. The water here tastes terrible, as well. The PUR filter makes it MUCH better. Plus, I can't help but think their could be some health effects from drinking chlorine for years and years. I think it's a must have item, if you don't want to spend more for something even better.Customer Review: Great Improvement
Summary: 4 Stars
This is the 5th PUR Faucet purifyer I have purchased over the last several years and it is by far the best one. I don't know if it is because I spent the extra for the stainless steel - but it attached easier and the intensity of both the faucet and filtered water is the as close to 'normal' as it can be.
For ease of install, stream of water and taste, I definitely recommend this version.
Customer Review: Great product, money saving, but doesn't last a year...
Summary: 4 Stars
I love this filter. I have spring water from a well and sometimes it can taste funky. This filter works great. The water tastes fresh and clean, we all love it, BUT... it only lasted 7 months and I had to repurchase. NOT the filter, the entire PUR system. Oh, well, I love it that much :). Hopefully, this one will last longer.