I was happy to try this pitcher to see how it compares with a different brand. I like that it’s lighter even when full. This pitcher is the basic version and I think that’s probably why it’s lighter. Absolutely fine by me. A full pitcher of water can be unwieldy so this pitcher is a treat. We have a very deep well (not in a municipal water system) but I still want to filter our drinking water since it’s an easy thing to do and the PUR pitcher makes the job super easy. Thanks for a great product.