Watts PremierBi-Annual 2-Pack Filter Kit for 2 Stage LCV Filtration System, Water Filter Replacement, Sediment Pre-Filter, LCVOC Carbon Block Filter, Reduces Chlorine Taste & Odor and VOCs

i originally bought and installed this filter under the sink some time ago. Over time, the flow rate very gradually slowed, but i didn't think much of it. It kept producing clean water. Recently, the flow rate suddenly slowed to a dribble. Then i looked back into Amazon purchase history and realized i had installed it 2.5 years ago! Time for a new filter. The replacement is supposed to last 6-months. OOPS!!I pulled the media and found that the sediment filter looked light red, indicative of the very fine silt in our well water. The carbon block was the same gray. To better understand how these filters age, I ran the filter with only one of each, and found that it was the carbon-block that was restricting water flow. The sediment filter allowed very fast water flow.The local home-improvement store had an equivalent 2-pack from GE, but it was $48! Thank goodness for Amazon! Note that you can buy these filters separately, they are the standard 10" filter media, so you can choose a specific micron size for your sediment filter to suit your water supply. But beware that the carbon-block filters are not created equally. you can buy cheaper ones that just remove chlorine taste, but the good ones remove VOC and Cysts. This is definitely the one to buy.As for how long before changing the filter, it depends on your water. If you still get the same strong flow rate after 6 months, i'd say you can keep using it for a year or more if you know you don't have any harmful contaminants in your water. Also, if the water slows, inspect the filters. If you find a lot of gunk in the sediment cartridge (because you have dirty water supply) then just replace that - it's by far the cheaper of the two cartridges.

I was very happy to find this replacement filter for my Watts 500313 2-Stage Undercounter Lead, Cyst & VOC Reducing Drinking Water System,I was previously using the Watts 2-PK Bio Premier 6-Month Microbiological Replacement Filture, but this had been out of stock for many months, so I finally decided to try this model. I was exteremely pleased to find that it fits our system and works GREAT. I was able to immedietly taste the difference in our drinking water. I'm relieved to find a replacement filter that works so well.

I saw this filter at Home depot and it was 40% higher in price. I read some reviews and thought it might be a good investment to have. I am very pleased with the taste of the water and the install was a snap!I did not give it 6 stars since I do not really know if it is actually taking out all the lead, cysts, and VOC. Also, you need a pretty good water pressure for the filter to work properly.The water spout looks a little dinky and feels fragile. However, it is working fine for now.Overall, my family has been drinking WAY more water. Just this fact alone tells me the purchase was well worth it.Install really was very quick. 25 minutes.

A number of reviews say these is not real Watts brand filters. I placed an order for the first choice and received real Watts brand filters. Before ordering I called Watts to confirm that they were manufactured by Watts. They said real Watts filters are labeled on Amazon as Amazon's Choice and it must be shipped and sold by Amazon. The confusion with some buyers may be that when you click on the Watt filter product there is a second purchasing choice. One would expect the second choice to be the same product, but it is not. It is an off brand filter. Amazon should remove this second choice since customers expect that all buying choices are for the same product.

I read some of the negative reviews of how the filter was noisy. Even though they were correct, the filter is noisy, I can't get over the fact there is such a low flow with a new filter. I contacted Watts and explained the issue. It took 15 days to get a response.These are the emails:"Thank you for your email. Where did you purchase these filters? We havent sold this kit for multiple years, to my knowledge. The filter pack that goes with your WP-2 is part number 560030.Thank you,Kolby""This was purchased through Amazon. Since the replacement filters that are currently installed are basically useless, should I return these to amazon and buy another name brand from now on, or will Watts do the right thing and send me new filters to keep a customer?Thank you""While I would love to, I cannot send the filters out at no cost. Had they been misordered by one of my representatives, I could have, but since these filters were bought from Amazon, my hands are pretty tied up.Thank you,Kolby""That's ok. I'll return these to amazon as defective and buy Culligan brand (as long as they aren't part of Watts).I'd love to remain a Watts filter customer, but my hands are pretty tied up.It's a real shame that companies don't stand behind there products. I work in manufacturing, so I know what can and can't be done. It's all how it's entered in the system.I'll be sure to leave the appropriate feedback on the amazon listing as well as including our correspondence."

The Watts Premier 560088 Filter is an excellent product. They are a reasonably priced product that lasts for a long time. I really prefer this type of filtering system to the flip faucet style that we had years ago. The flip faucet types would break after a short while. After investing in a few versions of the flip faucet style filters I wised up and purchased a Watts Premier filtration system. I really noticed that the water tasted a lot better immediately. Every summer the town flushes the water system and you can taste the chlorine unless the water is being filtered. I am really happy that the Watts Premier filter takes out that horrible chlorine taste from my town water. I would definitely recommend the Watts Premier 56088 filter.

As advertised... Had a plumber install it though. I could have myself but am tired and old. hahaHe said the plastic piping supplied was top notch IF it is installed correctly. He liked it. Works well....kinda slow to fill containers but I expected that. Good clean water.

Muy eficiente, limpia perfectamente el agua.

Works well, filtration system is fine.

I need a set of these twice a year for my two stage under sink filter in my kitchen so order them regularly. They always fit consistently and Amazon ships very quick. I even got it a day earlier than originally stated. Much easier and more convenient than Brita jugs.

Good filters. read the reviews on slow water flow. Saw that and drilled the output hole to 1/8" and there was a big difference. I pre mounted the units under the sink counter because of the slow water flow.... Wanted to put them in the basement right under the sink ( an additional 4 feet ) but went by the reviews. I've changed the filters and yes it is slow... Next filters I will drill the 1/8" hole (again) and move the cans to the basement like I wanted. Good filters. They were heavy as hell when I replaced them (the first time) after putting the1/8" hole in them. That tells me there working.. I've used these filters for two years now and the work great. And, cheaper here that obtainable locally.

Purchased already the second set for my Watts water filtering system.