User Review: MSR SweetWater Microfilter

MSR SweetWater Microfilter
Above: The current SweetWater Microfilter, which may differ slightly from the version reviewed.

Rating: rated 4 of 5 stars
Price Paid: $50

I've had the filter for 12 years. I use it about twice a year for 2-3 weeks. After the first 5 years I've changed the filter element (used it more often then) after trying to clean with brush. I find the filter reliable and easy to pump usually add a few drops of chlorine for assurance. I used to have a Katadyn, great filter but hard to pump and after a long hard day on the trail that can be an issue.

I brush the element when water spurts out the top and its good to go. I always filter from the pot after sediment settles and I'm sure this helps a lot.
If I ever have to buy another filter I'd go with the same one.

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Backcountry.com
SweetWater Microfilter$71.96Buy Now

Oregon Mountain Community
SweetWater Microfilter$62.95Buy Now

Moosejaw
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Altrec Outdoors
SweetWater Microfilter Water Filter$69.95Buy Now

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MSR SweetWater Filter$64.95Buy Now

REI
SweetWater Microfilter$79.95Buy Now

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SweetWater Microfilter Water Filter$79.95Buy Now

Tahoe Mountain Sports
SweetWater Microfilter$79.95Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
SweetWater® Microfilter$79.95Buy Now

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