SpriteIndustries SL2-BN Slim-Line 2 Universal Shower Filter, Brushed Nickel

Sprite Industries SL2-BN Slim-Line 2 Universal Shower Filter, Brushed NickelThe "brushed nickel" finish is more like brushed chrome. It doesn't match the Moen brushed nickel finish.I had to add a rubber grommet between this and my showerhead to make the showerhead swivel snug. Without it the fitting leaked big.NOW THE GOOD PART. The chlorine test (DPD1) went to negligible results Meaning the test found no chlorine left. The pH measured at just under 7.0. (I don't know what they mean in the sales stuff about "pH balanced". Does it change the pH? How if it doesn't know what your water pH is?)

Ok I left mine in the box for a year as I was moving. I installed it, it was easy, & omg I felt the difference in the first shower. My skin is very soft. It really does make a difference. I plan to get one for bathtub too.

I got the bathtub version of this filter a few weeks ago, and the difference in the water is immediate and even visible in the bath. When I found this shower version with good reviews, I bought it immediately. Grabbed my wrench and plumber's tape and went to work on this yesterday. 15 minutes later, I was running hot water through it as instructed.I put tape on the shower threads and both the inner and outer threads of this housing. Zero leaks of any kind. It wouldn't have taken me so long if I hadn't had trouble screwing the shower head back on straight, which was all me and not the filter housing.I can SMELL the difference in the water when I turn on the shower. I can completely feel the difference without the excessive lime and chlorine. There may be a tiny bit less pressure, but I'm not even sure about that...it may be just me expecting it. I simply cannot believe the difference and I am so happy to have some relief without taking on the expense of a whole house system.

As other comments have said that it leaks, well, yes, it does. In fact, it squirted everywhere the first install. Then after teflon tape on both ends, it settled down. There is still a small dribble, but nothing to make it not usable. Hair feels definitely softer after using it. I will likely buy more for the other shower heads in the house. However, it says the filter needs replacing every 4-6 months, and that could add up.

I live in a downtown apartment in Midwest, and the city’s water report basically says the water pipes are old and usually leave lead and minerals and sediment in tap water.The water here is hard enough to make it difficult to comb through your long hair with fingers in shower. I stared to pull off lots of hair when rinse off my shampoo, which is not a thing when I was living in Virginia. So I bought all kinds of filters I used back there but they did not help much - they are kinda effective for the first couple weeks out of box, but not afterwards.So far, this one works the best. I can easily comb through my hair when rinsing, even without the aid of hair conditioner (I apply conditioner prior to shampoo to prevent pulling). And after the first shower with this filter, both my super long hair and my bf’s mid long hair air-dried faster than before. Blow-drying became easy as well.I really hope this can last longer than the previous types I bought. I’ll update the review when I am about to get a new filter.Update:I changed my filter 3 months after purchase and the content inside really darkened overtime. I can say it’s a good one and my hair + skin always feels soft after shower. But the second Sprite filter cartridge I bought from Amazon cuts the water flow for about 10-20%, which is noticeable when showering. The filtration still good. Will keep using it and see how will the third cartridge affect the water flow.

The media could not be loaded. Install was easy but it did require 2 gaskets on the shower head side since the male threaded end was too short. Everything looked good until it started leaking from inside. I took the thing apart a couple times trying to get the 2 internal o-rings to seal. I even put some plumbers grease on them to help seal but it would eventually leak. Returning this one & going to try one more to see if I just got a bad one. PITA to return since it now has to be dropped at a Staples store or I have to pay to drop it at a UPS. I’ll update this review after the replacement is here.Update-New one showed thanks to Amazon's speedy service. This one leaked worse than the first. My wife wanted to try this filter to see if it would help clean out what little iron that is in our well water. I ended up disassembling the unit. I had a tube of white silicone that I used for plumbing/exterior stuff so I put a little bit on each end of the filter where it seats against the o-ring & put it back together. After I let it dry a while I installed it & no more leaks. If you do this or use the plumber's putty as mentioned else where keep in mind you have to get the unit apart again to change the filter. Basically use just enough to seal the filter to the o-ring but not so much you get it all over the threads have a hard time getting it unscrewed. Don't get me wrong the unit looks nice with the brushed nickel finish & feels well built. Still after both units leaked at the same location that should have been properly sealed at the factory I stand by my rating. The jury is still out on how it functions as a filter but for now at least it's not leaking.

I’ve used these for years in our shower. Reduces/removes chlorine. Much better lather and no fumes. We will continue to use these!Sometimes it is difficult to get the two halves unscrewed to replace the filter. I solved that by using silicone grease.

Leaks

On our 4th one now, with replacing them every 6 months or so.Def notice a difference in water quality using this.

The media could not be loaded. Me dio usada y mal desgastados, ni tienen paquete plástico. No recomiendo de comprar con ese proveedor.

Used it in USA while we were there… very useful and effective product

The durability is a question mark, The shower head that is to be fitted in the front is my concern as the casing is plastic and I know that if it is tightened slightly more the top cover would crack at the threading. I have been using it for a few weeks now and every time I have to use it in a very delicate manner which is not acceptable.

Had been struggling with chlorine and smell of hard water, I can tell the differences after first wash. Feel skin isn't so dry as before, Sprite is a good brand and leading in market, highly recommended if you don't have filtration installed in the house.