Are Knock-Off Berkey Water Filters Worth Buying?
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- Опубліковано 19 чер 2023
- #vanlife #berkeywaterfilter #diy
Last year I bought some imitation Berkey Water Filter Candles. I was happy with them. Right up until a couple of weeks ago. After noticing some dirty water in the lower filter chamber, I found one of the filter candles had broken away from the base.
After some consideration, I decided to replace the filters with a different kind of water filter candle. I bought two ceramic filters from the British company Doulton.
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Hi Scott always nice to see you . Really enjoy your videos you are so down to earth, and honest ,it is a pleasure to watch you!
It is a beautiful life you are leading, Scott in your Static Camper Van...So good to see your vlogs more often during the week. Big thank you for that. See you on your next one!!!!
You're most welcome.... thanks for your vids and honest evaluations, so far things you've suggested that I've adopted in my van are
!. Yellowbird
2. Aeropress
3. abandoning my camp stove and adopting a simple cast iron stove similar to yours propane fueled,
4. Olympian Wave heater
5. Ikea Bed slats
6. DIY Berkey
Thank you very much!!!
I’m happy to hear that you’ve found some useful resources. You’re welcome
Thanks Scott for the reviews on the different filters. I like your setup. Hope you have a great summer. ✌️💛🙂
Thanks CDubs
@@StaticCamperVan you're truly welcome.
That's a Awesome little water setup
You are a clever cookie ! Love your channel .
Aloha Scott - What a treat….we didn’t have to wait long for another upload. I’ve learned so much from your minimalist lifestyle that if a hurricane were to hit Hawaii again….I would know how to help my family survive. I know what a propane stove looks like & how to connect the propane tank. I know now how to set up a berky water system. I know how to make simple meals, how to take outdoor showers & so much more. Thank you for sharing your experiences & knowledge with us.
It’s nice to know you’re getting some value from my videos. Thanks so much
Scott have a pleasant evening! Bye until next time. 👍🙏
I've been using the Doulton Ceramics for about a decade. I trust them over the knock offs since I can't test the water myself. At first, I got by with one candle at a time. Took longer to filter, but I was able to afford it. I want to take my filter in my van, but not sure where I can stash it. Travelling in a Grand Caravan with a cat and little dog. I'll have to find your other videos that show your set up. Water is so important. Thank you.
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Filtered water tastes great 💧💧💧
Always good to see you Scott. Thank you for the information. Take care.
👋 Scott
Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Hope you have better luck with your new filters. Take care, hope to see you again soon.
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Scott, Coffee is a critical component in your lifestyle and culture. The origin of your coffee how it Is ground roasted and filtered are elements that control the purity and quality of your coffee expierence. it costs more to create a superior end product. I have found that the purity of the eater is essential to the coffee expierence. Spend a bit more for something your really going to love. Your lifescape in your utility van is not an easy way to go but minimalism had its advantages too.Good video of your thoughtfully designed containers from a professional supply source to create your own filtering system. Your an innovator and improvisor. Great work product test and demonstration.
Good Day Scott!Great Idea with water filter! Saved a lot of money on water,& Healthy!👍✌️👌🤞🙌🙏🇺🇸🌅🌄🌞☕☕☕☀️
Thanks Scott! ❤ good information.
Thanks Scott! Now I have another source for filters for my berkey! woot Woot
WhooHoo! Haha
Nice to have water system back to working again
Excellent video scott have a great week here from Ontario Canada ❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦🇨🇦😎
I was going to say exactly what you said when you said that the jolting around those tall filters on the back. Your leaf springs bouncing up and down and all that. Those filters were doing good to last as long as they did. Peace. Great video.
Interesting and informative. Thank you
Very informative as always
Thank you for sharing your experiences. I didn't realize how much more expensive the Berkey filters have gotten. Thats a bit of a bummer.
Yes, supply and demand. Over the last several months, lots of people have told me that they have imitation Berkeys and have had no problems. I’m not ruling out trying another set someday
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Thanks Tommy
Very informative water filter info.
Hi static I'm trying to be a van life person due to in for seen life troubles and living in my van for nearly two years I'm an Aussie and did end up finding out to subscribe to you channel
You do a good job and like your vidoes alot 😊kind regards
Hey Thanks. All the best to you
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I love when you share with us, how you fix the water filter and stuff. Oh Scott. I love the Sasquatch with his cup of coffee. Is that on your merch now? I'd love to order a sticker or coffee mug with it on it. Thanks Scott! Oh, I see the shirt and the sticker now.
That is a picture of me. Not a Sasquatch
Thanks for the great tip!!
Nice to see the new filters! I knew of ceramic filter options, but not this brand. I'll look them up. Thanks!
Doulton are the original filters. The company has been making these filters for decades. It was one of the reasons that I initially chose them.
Drawback is that Doulton occasionally stops shipping overseas when production gets backed up.
Are you going to have a vid on Thursday or has it been changed to Tuesday? I would not argue with two vids in one week lol!
Yes, there will be a vlog on Thursday. It’s not edited yet, though. Eek
I meant to post this one yesterday
Oh okay, I've always wondered how your buckets stayed together and water tight between the two. Cool, thanks for showing your setup, that's good information.
Good data. I just bought Propure filters but I like the silver idea without the sludge.
It seems that I heard that the ProPure are they best value because they have such a long service life.
Berkey sells drops that keep the water pure. I can’t write the name though as it’s not allowed. But you can find it on Berkey’s website
I believe it is Berkeley BioFilm drops. Do I need permission for my comment as one of your viewers. 🧟
Nice hands!
hit the bell dude.
That sounds like a combination of a 90s Taco Bell and Dell commercial
great set up i do need a waterfilter maybe this could work
Thanks. Appreciated.
That's a good, clean project!
Ha!
I was very stoked to see this video because we have a berkey. Watching instantly.
The price point of the imitation Berkey filters are so good that I’m looking for some more as a backup to these Doultons
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Hi Scott very helpful information thank you for sharing I hope you found some time that day to make some lunch and get a little rest you looked tired. So good to see you though great content
Big thank you for this informative video. Cheers!
Hello Scott
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Thanks for the info
Scott,
Wanted a travel size Berk.
OMG almost the same as the others
Yes. They are very well made though
I like your filter setup. I'm still trying to decide how I'm going to have mine set up. I was looking at the LifeStraw pitcher.I appreciate your info.Thanks
For a little while, I had 4qt containers instead of these 6qt. This one takes up a lot of space but I need the extra capacity
Thanks for sharing
I have a Berkey in my class C for a few years. I also use the white Berkey filters that filter out fluoride (and other things), because of hypothyroidism . I’m very pleased! I have never noticed any slime…..🤮🤢investigation soon!
Berkey sells some drops that can be added to the top chamber that helps.
It’s great to hear that you like the ceramic Berkey candles. I’ve heard differing opinions on them
You stated the amount of time, months, the filters seemed to work satisfactorily.
Any thoughts as to how many gallons filtered?
Have you ever tested the filtered water to confirm the filters effectiveness?
Do these new ceramic filters state the specific chemicals filtered out, by percentage?
I don’t have exact numbers but I generally drink 1 1/2 gallons of water/coffee per day.
I’ve never had a test performed on the water. I’ve also never gotten sick from any water that was filtered.
I believe Doulton has some detailed information about filter effectiveness on their website. It’s been a while since I’ve researched that aspect.
Very helpful, thanks!
oh wow - good review. It's amazing how much ick is in city water and of course you're accessing multiple types of water sources. Your simple solution appears to work well.
Thanks 🤣💖💖💖
Hi Scott, this was so awesome and helpful. I agree with you if you have gotten 2 years out of these new ones before then I would not class them as to expensive in my thoughts. I am so grateful for you and your tips. The other advantage is I trust your approach and advice in life. Thank you 😊
Glad you showed how easy that was. Thank you
I could definitely see the bouncing on the forest road being the cause to it coming loose from the base. I drove on a lot of rough paved country roads going to jobs and it has caused a lot of issues. Currently, a tie rod issue, sigh. I'm broke down but my mechanic stopped by and said I could drive local to make some money as long as I go slow and stay in town. I know you know how it feels. I don't live out of my car yet but I can't make money without it. Last time I was down a month and about lost my apt. But, I'm a survivor. Lol anyway, glad you did a review on these filters! Happy trails!
Oh, I sure hope you can get that fixed soon. That’s an issue I am familiar with.
We love watching your videos. Continue to make great videos
Thank you
Neat! Thanks for sharing, Scott.
Any updates on oil consumption recall for your RAM ProMaster City?
I just dropped my 2017 model off at the dealership to have a new engine installed! FCA and Lithia Chrysler of Corpus Christi are paying for and doing the work for me. I have just under 47,000 miles on original motor. Burned a couple quarts of oil in between oil changes. The new engine is guaranteed to not have that issue! I’m excited! 😊
That’s great news. Happy for you!
I seen so many that say they work, but if we go with the costly way is it worth it.. will it in the long run be cheaper.. i try a way with cheeper ways and just wish I just spent the money..good luck bud..
Hi Scott, what great timing for me to see this video! I am considering a 2nd hand Berkey for 150.! After seeing this I may attempt a diy. Did you use BPA free plastic for yours? Thank you!
The food containers I used are made from polypropylene which doesn’t contain bpa.
@@StaticCamperVan thank you Scott, I knew you were smart 🤓
Yay 2 in 2 day
Thanks!
Thanks so much Buddy
Great video Scott , I was shocked T the price of Berkey filters in the uk 😳
They are expensive but do last a long time. I feel like the price is worth it in the long run
Do you have to keep the filters submerged?
Not always. But it is best to keep them in use once they do get wet. They shouldn’t sit dry for too long
👍🤩Thanks for the info on the filters. I’m a little bummed that I won’t be able to try the ceramic filters with my stainless steel Berkey because the filter diameters are bigger than the stainless steel holes. 😩
Oh are they? Berkey makes a ceramic filter too. The filters are a little different than the Doulton’s but very similar. I do think the regular black Berkey filters are the best. But that’s just my opinion
@@StaticCamperVan - I’m sorry for the confusion with my comment. Based on the fact that you had to make the holes bigger, I was thinking they would be too big for the holes in my stainless steel Berkey.😂 🤷🏻♀️
Oh. I think the knock-offs are a different size. I just thought it was funny when I realized it since I had just said that the dimensions were the same
@@StaticCamperVan 😂Thanks.
I have the smallest Berkey filter system. This video is motivating me to clean it and the filters today, which has been on my to-do list for awhile now; it’s a chore that I hate doing! Also, the outside of my Berkey always has smudges and water spots on it, so I decided to use your idea to use WD40 on the outside. Thanks for the tip! 👍🏻
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I always cook inside. It’s easier out of the wind and elements. Plus I wash my hands in my sink frequently
Good info . Do you have a video of how you made the water system? Tfs
This video shows the process a little more: ua-cam.com/video/vXSPdRvlBUk/v-deo.htmlsi=CrV3bBpvUhALBY7C
Hi Scott, appreciate your detailed videos. I'm out in Iceland traveling throughout the country, the water here is so pure no filters are needed. It's a shame what they put in our water back in the states...😢
So great that you are able to travel Iceland!
So in the live you say you drive through my area very quickly....
Why so quickly 😇
I had business to attend to
@@StaticCamperVan oh business 😉 well next time you come through, you should spend some time checking it out, if you don't have business, or things and stuff 😉 we have a lot a hidden treasures including trails and free camping 😇😇 😇
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Those water filtration devices are interesting but too big and leaky. They can also develop mold problems. A life straw will filter 100,000 gallons and is about the size of a hotdog.
Good to know. Researching a life straw now.
Thanks for the info . It's not as cute as the Berkey, but it does the job- right?
Do you have the link please for the Doulton Ceramic filter you use? There are so many models.
The filters are in my Amazon link in the description of the video. But you should definitely Google the best price as Amazon is always the most expensive seller
If you screw them in too tight, and it bounces around, they can break
I got rid of mine , I got the Zero way better
Glad you like it
There's many concerns about Berkey quality, even lawsuits, no proven effectiveness. I would trust only reverse osmosis 😊, there are some portable options.
Yes, there is a lot of misinformation out there
It would be better to know approximately how many gallons you used instead of the amount of time they lasted. Different people use different amounts of water. Was this a gallon a day, just used on weekends, or what? My original Berkey filters (two) only provided about 600 gallons before they failed, and that was using tap water. The length of time they lasted is irrelevant.
On average I drink 1 1/2 gallons of water a day. More in the summer.
I've been re-watching some of your videos. How are the ceramic water filters working out for you? Any negatives on them?
I like the ceramic filters the best. They seem to not only work great but last a long time.
No negatives from my experience
Great information. Oh did you buy a new iPad?
I’ll have an update on the iPad situation soon!
Do the UK filters fit a Berky
Unless something has changed recently, I believe the two are interchangeable
Dalton only last 6 months though...
Filter candles are rated in gallons filtered per candle, not time
can grey water be filtered and drunk?
Maybe in an emergency situation. The filters will clog quickly and need to be cleaned. It’s best to use clear water
I suppose those replacement filters snapped during the journey's 'Bumpities'?
Unfortunately I've lost faith in the analysis and the testings being fed to us. Inside or outside testing, the 3rd party testing... read the testing protocol and if it says filters for the testing were obtained on the open market, from routine stock, then I believe there may begin a layer of testing protocol credibility there.
But I'm sure you've hear where a 'Tester' doesn't want to pay for all the comparison testing filter stock, so they call and request samples.
Hey, everyone wants a good score, so they bend over backwards to show their customer service and the filters are HAND PICKED and pre-tested. If for any reason in those test, the filters are lacking, the Tester contacts Customer Service for hand picked replacements.
Who really knows what percent their sampling from the factory, or in the field after 3 years in inventory, sitting in the sun on a rail car in New Mexico? Filter media ultra dry, micro cracking.
Also, I think you are a consumer of the back packing and trekking filters?
I'm very worried about the tests and claims in that industry. The hikers who appear to read the literature and ads, as though they are Bible. Published 10,000 gallons from a small pipe filter? Even from a tap water and procedural back-flushing, that's quite the claim for literally 9 grams of filter media. That's very LoL and sell me Pyramid Ponzi Crypto literature too
I am wondering why you are filtering dirty water to drink. It is fairly easy to find water dispenser kiosks outside of stores to fill up those 5 gallon plastic jugs. At convenience stores you can still buy gallons of water. Small and cheap water filter pitchers can handle the odd emergency situation. If you are laughing inside thinking "Oh to be that naive again" then maybe throw us an episode of places you have ended up where filtering water is necessary.
I’ve shown numerous places where I got water that might need some filtering.
In my mind, any water that hasn’t been filtered by me is “dirty water”
Why would you make a water purifier with plastic?! Plastic is part of what you want to filter out. 🤦🏻♂️
If this is a serious question and you want a full answer. I explain the situation here in this video: ua-cam.com/video/035wmIrOztI/v-deo.html
Bro you got berkinated! That'll learn you a lesson, you stick with the best or the European version. Because Europeans are superior
This video was Very helpful!! Thanx for Sharing "i really appreciate this"😊 🧡🚐🧡
Seriously I do.... still setting my mini cargo van up, but an accident with a kangaroo in Jan in my van has caused more problems even though I now have my van back.
Also sorting work etc and life keeps getting in my way.... luckily it's winter here so I have a six to seven month schedule to know which direction I am heading ⏳
Thanks Tara. Good to hear you are past the setbacks