PUR DS1800Z 18-Cup:
Looking for a large dispenser that gives you clean drinking water without occupying too much fridge or countertop space? Check out the PUR DS1800Z 18-Cup dispenser. Designed by a renowned filtration system company known for producing high-end products. It can remove several chemicals and other pollutants from your tap water with minimal glitches.
Filtration System
The PUR 18-Cup water filter dispenser entails a two-stage filtration process featuring the latest PUR MAXION filter technology. It’s made with a unique blend of carbon and ion exchange materials, the filter removes up to 95% of mercury and 96% trace levels of pharmaceutical found in tap water.
Not only that, but it can also filter out the taste and odor of chlorine, leaving behind a healthy level of fluoride. The PUR MAXION filter is made of heat-treated coconut shell, making it the best tool to remove 21 NSF certified unhealthy contaminants in your water.
While results may differ depending on the quality of your water, several customers have reported that the water tastes clean and refreshing. However, some reviewers are not happy with how slowly it filters. If you drink a lot of water, it’s kind of a downer.
Capacity
Thanks to its space-saving design, it can easily fit nicely in most, if not all, refrigerators. It will filter and hold up to 18-cups of water at a time. Therefore, ensuring your family and friends enjoy fresh water every day without frequent refills.
PUR DS1800Z dispenser is ideal for a large household or whenever you have a backyard barbeque with friends.
Dispensing Mechanism
Since it’s so big, the manufacturer has made dispensing of filtered water a breeze with the use of faucet on the front- bottom. There’s no more struggle lifting the dispenser out of the fridge and tip it to pour.
Having the pour spout cover, you’ll never get food particles from the rest of the fridge in your dispenser, hence providing you with odorless, clean water.
Speaking of the spout, the handle you push to dispense water is quite sensitive. Some tend to leak within the first few weeks. However, if you notice any leakage while your fridge is closed, it might be anything in your fridge (door, shelves, bottles) that pushes against the handle.
Filter Life, Replacement and Refilling
Typically, the PUR MAXION filter lasts about 1- 2 months, filtering up to 40 gallons of water for an average household before replacement. Unfortunately, this is not the case according to reported cases. In fact, if you have more than four people in your household, the filter tends to fail every 2 weeks, making it very expensive to replace.
There’s no filter-life indicator in the form of a light or sound. So, you’ll have to use the provided Jan-Dec sticker on the outside of the container to indicate when to change the filter. You can easily twist out the filter and follow the given guidelines to install a new filter.
The best part is that PUR 18-cup dispenser is compatible with Faster Flow pitcher filters (PPF900Z) or the Lead reducing pitcher filters (PPF951K) replaceable filters. However, for less expensive and readily available filters, you can use Brita filters.
The PUR DS1800Z 18-Cup dispenser is made of BPA-free clear material with a sleek deep blue reservoir. While it doesn’t have a flip-top, you need to lift up the lid and slide it back a bit to refill it with water. Due to its elongated design, weight is distributed evenly and makes it much easier to hold.
The dispenser design looks basic with two big reservoirs that can be separated and hand-washed easily. It requires frequent cleaning to prevent the growth of molds, algae, and bacteria that might be hazardous to your health. If you are concern about protecting the environment, this dispenser is the perfect choice since it’s 100% recyclable, including filters.
The body of the unit and the entire construction apart from the tap is sturdy and durable. In case of a spout leakage, contact the manufacturer immediately to replace or return, since the leaking can get worse over time.
Verdict
Although it’s marked by a few unfortunate drawbacks, the PUR DS1800Z 18-Cup is a very reliable water filter dispenser. It’s a worthy product for a large household in need of odorless and clean drinking water. You can’t fit it in your fridge for cooler water.
Pros
- Removes 21 different contaminants including chlorine and mercury
- It’s BPA free and 100% recyclable
- Easy to dispense and refill water
- PUR MAXION filter can purify 40 gallons of water
- Improves water taste and smell
- Retains beneficial minerals in the water
- Narrow design easily fits in most fridge
- Large holding capacity of 18-cups
- Easy to clean and replace filters
Cons
- No filter life indicator
- The lifespan of the filters is short
- The faucet handle is so sensitive
- It’s prone to leakage.