Product review (2 stars): There are many other options that perform much better if you search around
As many other have mentioned, this is not the same as the original filters with the blue outer layer. In addition to not having the thicker outer layer, the new version doesn't have any sort of internal mesh reinforcement either. This version only lasted me about 3 weeks before it fell apart while soaking in water to release the mineral buildup. The original blue filter lasted well over 2 months last season. Only giving an extra star because it does work, just not cost effective and not as durable as before.

There are many other options that perform much better if you search around. I found that the Best Air filter HW14 works in place of this Honeywell branded filter, and it is identical to the original version of the HC14 except that the outer layer is white, not blue. The Best Air filter shows Honeywell type B filter on the front of the box (instead of type E) but it does indeed work just fine.