WaterDrop Filter Replacement - one year review

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  • Опубліковано 21 сер 2024
  • In this video, I replace the cartridge in my WaterDrop WD-10UA under sink water filter, which provides great tasting water from my kitchen faucet. I compare the flow and taste to see if I waited too long to change the filter.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 95

  • @macsterguy
    @macsterguy 2 роки тому +16

    I guess you’ve given me another project to make myself fit under the sink again 👍🏼

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  2 роки тому +1

      Sorry 😞

    • @USCG.Brennan
      @USCG.Brennan Рік тому

      I know the "feeling" under there......literally!! ARGH!!!!

    • @tree20707
      @tree20707 29 днів тому

      😂😂😂😂

  • @guenelpao
    @guenelpao 9 днів тому

    I have the same but with that small faucet. And the taste of my water with or without the filter it is huge. And i have a filtration system in the beginning of my water installation. 😊

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  9 днів тому

      Glad it’s working for you.

  • @krishaley5502
    @krishaley5502 Рік тому +7

    Your pick for countertop is really nice

  • @LCHoldenried
    @LCHoldenried 9 місяців тому

    Thank you! Panicked when I feared I might be forced to undo the assemblage under the sink 😆 to run the filter under cold water. Just running water for 5! Thank you.

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  9 місяців тому

      Glad it was helpful 👍🏻

  • @walter.bellini
    @walter.bellini Рік тому +2

    Thank you for your video and one year of water experience

  • @jasonanderson951
    @jasonanderson951 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome! Thank you for another informative video Chris! I’m always thinking of good quality and clean drinking water for my home. I always go back and forth and research many different water filter systems. We have been using the 3i Filtrete under sink system which needs to be changed ever 6 months.

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  2 роки тому

      How much do the replacement filters cost?

    • @jasonanderson951
      @jasonanderson951 2 роки тому

      @@handydadtv $39.49

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  2 роки тому +1

      $80/year with Filtrete vs. $25/year with WaterDrop. That’s a big savings.

    • @jasonanderson951
      @jasonanderson951 2 роки тому

      @@handydadtv True, Thank you. I may switch to the WaterDrop. I go in circles about water filters and how good of a job there doing at filtering out all of the metals and contaminates. I really should just to have ours tested.

  • @luvdacurvyones
    @luvdacurvyones 9 місяців тому +1

    When you were drinking from both glasses, you should have said "I have to go to the restroom now, and we will be back after these messages. Stay tuned for the results". 😂

  • @shaynl
    @shaynl 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks! just on time... I'm about to order one :)

  • @TheRenegadeStarr
    @TheRenegadeStarr Рік тому +1

    Thinking of getting this for my bathroom sink. I feel like filtered water would help with my skincare

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  Рік тому

      It’s inexpensive and easy to install.

  • @shumaily5459
    @shumaily5459 5 місяців тому

    Thanks dad! Bought one today!

  • @alexthetech1305
    @alexthetech1305 Рік тому +1

    Hope your still happy with your filter. I just ordered mine

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  Рік тому +2

      Love it.

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  Рік тому

      It’s such a convenient alternative because my refrigerator doesn’t have water and ice in the door.

  • @sueblake100
    @sueblake100 Рік тому +2

    How did you tell when the cartridge was needing to be replaced please? Is there a warning light or indicator?

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  Рік тому

      No indicator. I just change it annually.

  • @StillInLuck
    @StillInLuck Місяць тому

    Great review thankyou for your advice

  • @moorebounce
    @moorebounce Рік тому +3

    I didn't get one year out of mine. I only get 7 months before I started noticing it wasn't filtering and the water flow started decreasing drastically.

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  Рік тому +6

      You must use a lot more water than me. Buy the bigger replacement cartridge.

    • @keithfillinger3182
      @keithfillinger3182 Рік тому

      That is a testament of your water quality. The filter is plugging up which means it is doing its job. I have a different system from this company under my sink. They make a couple three filter units. I have the version with the filters that look similar to this one (other model sits in steel canisters). My three filter model has a pre-filter that catches larger sediment, a granular carbon element to remove chemicals, and then a carbon block with KDF as a final filter. I ended up swapping out the last filter for a stand alone RF-10 ultra filtration filter (that is a stand alone model similar to what is in this video. The filter I used as a replacement is very similar in cost and components to the one I replaced except for the added benefit of finer filtration. These systems all use the same style connectors, and it did not require any tweaks to change it out.. My water is really filtered with that set up (verified by test papers). I have insanely high water pressure of about 90 psi. I get about 1.3 gallons per minute out of my faucet even though that system is said to provide 1 gpm.
      I also swapped the last filter out to keep me safe from a lot of toxins that are not even tested for in municipal water systems. Those include things like pharmaceuticals and microplastics. The finer the filter media the less of that stuff you drink. The pre-filter makes it so my system does not clog up insanely fast. I have about a year with my last filter which is rated for about 12-18 months. Ya, the filters on that set-up cost more, but you are what you consume. I want the water I consume and cook with to be the safest I can get. I also have smaller systems like that in my bathrooms for water I primarily use for brushing my teeth.

    • @USCG.Brennan
      @USCG.Brennan Рік тому +1

      @@keithfillinger3182 EXACTLY what I was thinking.....it's doing it's job with some dirty water. Kind of like your car's air filter.....if you live in a dusty area, gravel road, etc, you're gonna replace that air filter more often....it's NOT the filter's fault. ;-)

  • @ronh9384
    @ronh9384 2 роки тому +1

    Just found your channel. This is a cool filter system. I’ll have to get one. I also noticed the push/pull shut-off valve. What brand is it and where can I get one and how much? 😊
    Thanks for your time.
    Ron

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  2 роки тому

      Cheap builder valves. I want to replace them all.

  • @paulpells1864
    @paulpells1864 5 днів тому

    Can you test the TDS with your replaced filter. Thanks :)

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  5 днів тому +1

      Look on the company website for that info.

  • @HaydarAlThwaini
    @HaydarAlThwaini 11 місяців тому

    Thanks so much for the very informative video. i live in a place where there is so much limescale .. does this resolve this problem ?

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  11 місяців тому

      I’m no expert but there should be a way to contact the company with the link in the description.

  • @the-real-angus-young
    @the-real-angus-young 2 роки тому +1

    Great- we have a clumsy britax jug in the kitchen.
    Any ideas on cost of installation kit and cost of new filters please.
    Thanks
    JB

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  2 роки тому

      Price is what brought me to this model. The initial kit is a little over $50, and the replacement filters are only $25. Go to handydad.tv/wdrp and find undersink, single stage filters.

    • @the-real-angus-young
      @the-real-angus-young 2 роки тому +1

      @@handydadtv thank you for your time and imput .👍🏻👍🏻

    • @USCG.Brennan
      @USCG.Brennan Рік тому

      @@handydadtv Ebay carries both at the price handydad is quoting. ;-)

  • @postal3212
    @postal3212 7 місяців тому

    Do you wash all your dishes with the filtered water or do you use a dishwasher? Considering that a filter is filtering all the water coming through the tap, I wonder how fast these filters last.

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  7 місяців тому

      It only filters the cold water side. The dishwasher is connected to the hot water side.

  • @sootherelax2802
    @sootherelax2802 Рік тому +3

    Cut the filter! I wanna see inside it

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  Рік тому

      Good idea

    • @dreamer7441
      @dreamer7441 7 місяців тому

      In agree with @soottherelax2802, open the old filter and take a look inside!

  • @Francois_Dupont
    @Francois_Dupont 9 днів тому

    somebody has tried the UF filter againts bacteria?
    my septic and well and in bad shape so the water isnt normally safe to drink. i just bought a UF kit from waterdrop so hopefully it does the job and i dont die.

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  9 днів тому

      I only bought it for taste. If you are concerned about safety, you should definitely have your water tested periodically regardless of which filter you choose.

  • @AgentOffice
    @AgentOffice Рік тому

    I might try

  • @scmtkings4
    @scmtkings4 2 місяці тому

    what if your sink uses a quick connect PE tube? is it possible to use the waterdrop system with this type of faucet? does the PE tube connect directly to the filter? thanks!

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  2 місяці тому

      I’m not sure. Suggest you contact the company.

  • @sjdude12
    @sjdude12 Місяць тому

    Will this also filter the hot water if your faucet only have one handle like yours? Thx.

  • @andreareyes9383
    @andreareyes9383 Рік тому

    The old one looks like it was put in backwards. The logo was in the back. Is this okay?

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  Рік тому

      It was rotated 180 degrees, but perfectly fine.

  • @Eric-qp7rx
    @Eric-qp7rx 9 місяців тому

    Any ideas on my problem here? I installed one of these and it worked great for a few months but then all of a sudden when I turn it on it makes a loud "duh duh duh" noise and the water shuts off. I have to use the regular faucet (i have a kitchen faucet that has a drinking water tap together, only the drinking water one is filtered) and jerk the water handle off to full flow real fast to get the water filter tap to flow again. How do I fix this?

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  9 місяців тому

      I’d remove the filter and put the lines back to just the faucet connections to test the faucet. If it’s not the faucet, I’d contact the filter company to get a replacement.

  • @fvrrljr
    @fvrrljr Рік тому

    my parents GE refrigerator filter hadn't been changed in 10 years. none of us dropped like fly's, water was fine but decided to change it. then i cut the old one, found mold. been drinking moldy water, tasted fine, reminded me of that song *love that dirty water* anyway there was a better tasting difference *i'll change filter in 10 years*

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  Рік тому +1

      Reminds me of the song “oh black water, keep on rolling…”

    • @fvrrljr
      @fvrrljr Рік тому +1

      @@handydadtv *Doobie Brothers*

  • @CS-hd9xu
    @CS-hd9xu Рік тому +1

    ask my three Belgian dogs how the water even smells, yes, they are that picky about water.

  • @Stevesbe
    @Stevesbe 11 місяців тому

    I bought a water drop 16000 gallon rated filter 5months ago and it's been great. But just the other day it really slowed down. I figure the 2 of us have used about 1000 gallons through it there is no way it should need replacing this soon

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  11 місяців тому

      Sounds unusual. Maybe your town was flushing hydrants and a bunch of sediment clogged the filter? Try removing the cartridge.

  • @JaredAlexanderStevenson
    @JaredAlexanderStevenson Рік тому

    Does it work for hot and cold?

  • @Malaveli
    @Malaveli Рік тому

    does this filter out fluoride?

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  Рік тому

      No, this is an inexpensive filter that I bought purely to improve taste.

  • @Kfiskplumbing
    @Kfiskplumbing Місяць тому

    Mines lasted 6 months and flow rate is down to a dribble, called customer service and they now say they advise a pre filter! Not impressed at all.

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  Місяць тому

      Sorry to hear. If it’s any consolation, you’re the only person who reported this issue to me.

  • @SangTran-rw4rq
    @SangTran-rw4rq 2 дні тому

    Too much water pressure which was make water stop to flow even u change new filter.

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  2 дні тому

      This house has low water pressure overall.

  • @saifulrakib3884
    @saifulrakib3884 Рік тому

    ❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @TR1gG3RH4PpY
    @TR1gG3RH4PpY 6 місяців тому

    lmfao wheres the actual water continamate test? thats why ud get it right?

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  6 місяців тому

      No, I got it for taste.

  • @DJRobbie54
    @DJRobbie54 2 роки тому +22

    Sorry too debunk your VIDEO, all you did, was change a filter one year plus later. You should have had a water testing kit there, to verify your finding. This is NOT a True Review of your system, you have too go further than that, to give a better account that the system is a good product to use. So I must turn down (your review) on this product. And seek more information that I was looking for. It is NOT in this VIDEO. Try Again. (BAD BAD REVIEW)

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  2 роки тому +17

      I didn’t buy the filter for any reason other than taste. So that’s all I planned to compare.

    • @ronneyrendon5045
      @ronneyrendon5045 Рік тому +11

      I agree.....your review is really, really bad, LOL. He didn't claim to be testing for anything other than taste and water flow. You may want to actually READ the video description before leaving silly reviews.

    • @DJRobbie54
      @DJRobbie54 Рік тому

      ​@@ronneyrendon5045Taste and water flow, really, anybody could have done that video. People, who where looking for a review of this product was looking for more information on this product, not just on taste and water flow, this video was put on the list by UA-cam. It was a waste of time watching. We are all looking for a good review on products, total information, if we decide to buy or not. Should I buy this product just based on taste and water flow. naa, I don't think so. It's too bad he put the word review in his YT heading. A hole year went by and all he was concern with was taste and water flow, Really. Give me a break. Again that was a waste of time doing that Review. I stand on my comment, you can take it or leave it, It is your right. The case is close for me. End of Story.

    • @handydadtv
      @handydadtv  Рік тому +8

      Arguing about it is a bigger waste of time IMO.

    • @DJRobbie54
      @DJRobbie54 Рік тому +1

      @@handydadtv I Truly Agree, Case Closed