User Review: MSR SweetWater Microfilter

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

Rating: rated 3 of 5 stars
Price Paid: $65

I had used this filter for about three years after switching from a Hiker. It is fast, but as the filter starts to retain debris, the pumping becomes slower and the relief valve opens frequently. The add-on prefilter helps with this.

My big issue is the quality of the pumping mechanism. I had two filter's stems break off just above the pump mechanism in one week. I was using one personally and it was not a filter clogging issue. I'll switch over to the Guide to give that a try.

Where to Buy

Buy Online We found the SweetWater Microfilter at 7 online stores:

StoreProduct DescriptionPrice

Moosejaw
Sweetwater Microfilter (Fall 2008)$69.95Buy Now

Backcountry.com
SweetWater Microfilter$69.95Buy Now

CampSaver.com
MSR SweetWater Filter$64.95Buy Now

REI
SweetWater Microfilter$69.95Buy Now

Oregon Mountain Community
SweetWater Microfilter$59.95Buy Now

Gear for Adventure
SweetWater Microfilter Water Filter$69.95Buy Now

US Outdoor Store
SweetWater® Microfilter$64.95Buy Now

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