I don't have this pitcher I have a less fancy one.  However the problem is it's very thing, cheap plastic. The top pops off when pouring. It also gets black grime, I assume is charcoal residue, in the boat.  Seems to do a pretty good job but I don't like the pitcher at all and the filters are expensive.  Don't know if the more expensive pitchers are any better.  So recommend?  Yes and No.