Product review (5 stars): You Can Pay More but Why...?
Folks, there is pretty much no difference between this filter and the branded product except a whole lot of money. The majority of companies manufacture their filters overseas - very often they are made in the same factory along side the 'generic' versions. Buying a branded after market item generally means you pay more for a brand label.
We live in a major city in the desert southwest and our water is horrible. Believe me, there is not a water filtering system we have not tried. This led me to do some serious research into what exactly constitutes a filter. You want something that removes particulate impurities, bad taste and any contaminants. Our city water is HEAVILY treated, resulting in a less than fresh water taste but within mandated safety margins. Even so, I find it is necessary to change out our filter more often than is recommended. A basic charcoal filter is still the most cost effective way to have our fridge give us potable water and ice.