MSR Miox

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The Miox is a water purifier made by MSR. It has an average rating of 4.5 stars (out of 5), based on 11 user reviews.

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From Campmor:
"Developed in conjunction with the United States Military, the Miox Water Purifier offers unrivaled ease of use and reliability for purifying large volumes of water, making it ideal for outdoor recreation, travel, and disaster-preparedness. By creating a powerful dose of mixed oxidants (MIOX), which is then added to untreated water, inactivating all viruses, bacteria, Giardia, and Cryptosporidia (which even iodine doesn't kill). And since the Miox Purifier needs only common camera batteries and salt to operate, it's maintenance-free, delivering more water, more easily than any purifier ever before. How it works: Modeled after a high-tech municipal water-treatment system, the Miox Purifier works by creating brine out of untreated fresh water and salt, then passing a small electrical charge through the solution, which results in a powerful dose of mixed oxidants. This 'cocktail' is poured into untreated water, leaving you with safe, purified water. No pumping required - Just add water, shake, and press a button. Purifies water without iodine - No iodine-related health risk or unpleasant aftertaste. Great for large volumes of water - Perfect for large groups or extended trips. Ultralight and compact - Fits in your pocket to go anywhere. Reliable Purification - Inactivates viruses, bacteria, Giardia, and Cryptosporidia. Specifications: Wait Times: Viruses and bacteria: 15 minutes Giardia: 30 minutes Cryptosporidia: 4 hours Batteries: 2- CR123 lithium camera batteries Battery Life: 200 + Liters Shock and Freeze Proof Submersible to 60 feet Temperature Range: -20 to 160 F Operating Temp. Range: 20 to 130 F Weight: 3.5 oz. Size: 7 in. x 1 in. Kit includes: Miox Purifier, salt, batteries, safety-indicator strips, instruction booklet, quick-reference card, and storage sack."

From Backcountry.com:
"The MSR MIOX Purifier w/Batteries represents a revolution in water treatment. This 7 x 1in purifier fits into your back pocket and requires no pumping, no iodine or nasty chemicals, and no maintenance. You simply add water, shake, press a button, and voila, you have up to 4 liters of great tasting, purified water. How the heck does the MIOX Purifier work? An electrically-charged chemical-reaction kills bacteria, viruses, giardia, and cryptosporidium. * Includes two CR123 Lithium batteries, salt, safety-indicator strips, instructions, quick-reference card, and storage sack."

From Oregon Mountain Community:
"The MSR MIOX Purifier works by creating a dose of mixed oxidants (MIOX), that is then added to your water to inactivate bacteria, Giardia and Cryptosporidium, which iodine won't kill. The MIOX Purifier runs on common camera batteries and salt to operate, and needs no maintenance. This wll allow you to deliver more water, easier than ever before. creates a small batch of an oxidant solution which is mixed with your water to destroy microorganisms MIOX uses electrolysis to create a powerful disinfectant destroying biological contaminants in your water More effective against microorganisms than chlorine or iodine Destroys viruses and bacteria in 15 minutes, giardia in 30 minutes and cryptosporidia in 4 hours A safety indicator tells you your water is safe to drink Includes 1 ounce of salt to treat 200+ liters of water; 2 lithium CR123 batteries; 50 test strips; instruction book; reference card; storage bag MIOX is compact, rugged and submersible"

From Moosejaw:
"Free Shipping. MSR Miox Purifier With Battery (Fall 2009) The Miox Purifier is an ultralight, super-compact water purifier. Perfect for large groups, extended trips, and disaster-preparedness. Specifications: Effective against: Protozoa, Bacteria, Viruses, Chemicals/Toxins Weight: 99 g / 3.5 oz. Dimensions: 18 x 2.5 cm / 7 x 1 in. Battery life: Up to 200 Liters Features: No Pumping: Simply add water, shake, and press a button. Iodine-Free: No unpleasant iodine taste or health risk. Efficient: Purifies up to 4 liters of water per dose."

User Reviews

Miox
Reviewed by arborrider05, May 28, 2008

"Purchased this unit for two uses. Primarily for traveling out of the USA and use on backpacking/camping trips where the water source will be relatively clear.

For traveling over the last two years I've taken along a Sweetwater filter and the MSR MIOX."

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Miox (Military Version)
Reviewed by AJ, Apr 20, 2008

"Really like this unit. I use it as a backup and for purifying large amounts of water at a single time. I found that you must practice with this unit to get it right to avoid the "swimming pool" smell that most mention. It's small, highly portable, quick and efficient...what more can I say?"

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Miox
Reviewed by Keith Sivley, Apr 09, 2007

"Bought this for hiking and emergency situations. It will purify large amounts (liters) of water. Highly recommend practicing with this unit repeatedly until its use is 2nd nature. In an emergency situation, this will be time well spent. It's a great design, light and capable. Find some water and this thing will clean it up."

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Miox
Reviewed by e_l_green, Aug 15, 2006

"Upsides: It works and is lightweight, and kills some nasties that iodine tablets don't kill. When I'm hiking anywhere that there's good-tasting water available (e. g. the Sierra Nevada), this is what I take to handle purification duties. The chlorine taste is similar to many cities' water and is far less annoying than iodine taste."

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Miox
Reviewed by canuck, Nov 23, 2005

"I agree with some others: Yes, it does smell and taste like a swimming pool. MSR was not honest about that. I've used it hundreds of times over a year, in four continents. Besides the taste, the thing is amazing in every way. I tried to make as many travellers as possible feel bad about buying bottled water (it's a huge waste problem overseas) by showing them this thing."

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Miox
Reviewed by jasperbr, Sep 11, 2005

"I picked up the MIOX unit before going on a Mt. Rainier climb. It's easy to use and as long as you follow the directions and wait times it will give you safe water (from virus, bacteria, etc. ).

It does leave a slight taste and as my friend found out the solution it creates will act like bleach to your clothing if you spill it on yourself."

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Miox
Reviewed by Sean Daugherty, Feb 10, 2005

"Excellent water purifier, small, light, compact, and reliable. It produces chlorine dioxide, the same effective chemical used in Aquamira and Micropur tabs, which means that it will kill crypto, unlike iodine or plain chlorine treatments.

I have found that the Miox Pen produces odorless, clean-tasting water with no chlorine taste, when properly used on backcountry water sources according to directions with proper dosages and wait times."

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Miox
Reviewed by John, Jan 07, 2005

"I have owned and used the Miox for one ice climbing season and one summer backpacking season. While I would probably prefer a traditional water filter in the summer, in the dead of winter this isn't an option.

I find the Miox indispensible in the winter."

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Miox
Reviewed by Daniel, Nov 08, 2004

"The MSR Miox pen is a small compact water treatment unit. The original Miox Pen (identical in operation to the MSR commercial unit) was first issued to our soldiers in Afghanistan. It is lightweight and stores easily. It is also economical over time."

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Miox
Reviewed by Doug Darlington, Nov 07, 2004

"This is a cute little compact chlorine maker. If you want chlorinated water why not just bring a small bottle of bleach along? I'm returning mine because chlorine is bad for us."

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Miox
Reviewed by John, Jul 27, 2004

"I picked this slick little unit up because I hate the taste of iodine and I didn't feel like hauling around a water filter. This unit is very small, light, and easy to use once you know how (figure it out at home first).

My complaint with the unit is that I was assuming I would be getting taste-free water treatment."

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