Essential Pitcher Filter vs. Advanced Pitcher Filter

Our innovative plant-based filters are independently tested to NSF/ANSI 42, 53, and 401 standards against a wide range of pollutants.

The Essential Pitcher Filter is recommended for basic protection and improved taste to remove chlorine, mercury, cadmium and copper.

The Advanced Pitcher Filter is recommended for 360 protection against harsh contaminants and improved taste to remove lead, chlorine, PFAS/PFOA, pharmaceuticals, HAA5, particulates, benzene, mercury, cadmium, copper, and zinc.

Please find the full list of contaminants and the LARQ Pitcher certifications here.

If you are unsure which filter you should be using and are in the United States, we would recommend checking here: https://www.ewg.org/tapwater/. If you are outside of the US, and unsure, we would recommend the Advanced Filter for extra peace of mind.