Squeeze Water Filtration System

The only portable water filtration system my husband will use. This is an absolute God send when you're hiking or camping in the backwoods and need access to fresh drinking water. This isn't our first time with this product. My husband bought one for me to keep in my survival pack as well as a replacement for his original. Light, easy to pack and easy to use. It's everything you'd expect from a portable water filtration system. These have been around a long time and they are both dependable and reliable. It does an excellent job of filtering out the bad stuff from creeks, rivers and lakes. Excellent product.

Bought this for a family backpacking trip and love it. I didn't keep track, but likely filtered 30-40 liters for our 3 day trip, and it showed no signs of slowing down. I only have one 3 day trip with this filter, but so far it's easily the best filter I've had. I've used hand pump filters, chemical treatment, boiling water, other gravity filters, and this is by far the best. It filters fast even with just gravity. If needed the extra squeeze speeds things up (something my last gravity filter would not allow). Most of the time we just hung up my filter bag walked away and came back when it was done. When I got home I back flushed (also something my last gravity filter did not allow) and bleached per the instructions. It was easy and clearly had some affect as the backwash water was quite dirty. With respect to the filter I really have nothing bad to say about it. For $40 it's a great deal even without the accessories. If I had to be not picky, the only thing I could see making some improvement is some of the accessories. I didn't have any issues with the bags, but others have reported issues, and I've had issues with similar style flasks in the past. I ended up using a 3 liter flask from my previous Katadyne befree and let gravity filter water straight into my 3 liter MSR hydration bladder. This worked great! The fittings that came with it worked just ok. I like to have more hose, so again I stole some from one of my previous filters. I would have gotten by just fine with what was provided, but to get hands off filtering from one pouch to the next, I modified the setup a bit. Last, is a problem I have thats not unique to this filter. Trying to fill a pouch from questionable stagnant water is challenging, the water usually needs some kind of prefiltering (bandana), and needs to be scooped out. The is one of the few scenarios where a hand pump filter with a prefilter on the inlet hose wins out. Overall this is my favorite filter and expect it will be my primary filter from now on. If anything change my opinion I'll come back and update my review.

I recently purchased a Sawyer water filter, and I have to say, it offers the best bang for the buck available. This filter delivers outstanding performance and reliability, making it an excellent investment for anyone in need of clean water on the go. First and foremost, the filtration capability is top-notch. The Sawyer filter effectively removes contaminants, ensuring that the water you drink is safe and clean. It’s incredibly easy to use, and its compact design makes it perfect for backpacking, hiking, or emergency preparedness. The flow rate is impressive, and the filter’s durability means it will provide reliable service for a long time. What sets Sawyer apart is its commitment to giving back. The company’s dedication to providing clean drinking water to communities in third-world countries is truly commendable. Knowing that my purchase contributes to such a meaningful cause adds an extra layer of satisfaction to owning this product. In summary, the Sawyer water filter is an exceptional choice for anyone seeking a high-quality, reliable water filtration solution. Its excellent performance, great value, and the company's impactful mission make it a standout product. Highly recommended for both its functionality and its positive global impact!

Great combo, durable, worked flawlessly on my 3 week A.T. hike. The piece of mind was worth the extra cost and few oz. to me. It was also nice to have the extra storage capacity when needed. I also like the charity work Sawyer does with their filters where clean water is not easy to get.

I’ve been using the Sawyer Squeeze Water Filtration System for a while now, and it’s become one of my go-to filters for camping and hiking trips. It’s incredibly lightweight and compact, making it easy to toss into a backpack without taking up much space. The filtration itself is top-notch. It’s rated to filter out 99.99999% of bacteria and 99.9999% of protozoa, which gives me a lot of confidence when using it with water from streams, lakes, rivers, or even questionable rainwater. It’s reassuring to know I can get clean water without having to worry about harmful contaminants. The system is super easy to use, too. Just fill up one of the included pouches at your water source, screw the filter on, and either drink directly from the filter or squeeze the water into a bottle. The flow rate is pretty decent at 1.7 liters per minute, so I never feel like I’m waiting too long to get a drink. However, the biggest downside is the durability of the squeeze pouches. Out of the four I’ve used, two didn’t last more than five trips before they started to fail. While they worked great initially, I was disappointed to see them wear out so quickly. Luckily, the filter itself is excellent, so even when the pouches wear out, you can still use it with standard water bottles or set it up in a gravity system. Overall, I’d say this is one of the best water filters I’ve used, especially for the price. It’s perfect for outdoor adventures where you’re dealing with natural water sources, and it’s lightweight enough for backpacking. The only reason I’m giving it 4 stars instead of 5 is the durability of the pouches. If you’re okay with replacing them or using alternative containers, this system is a fantastic choice for clean, safe water on the go.

This is by far the best water filter for hiking I know about. I tried a lot of filters including the new Sawyer Micro filter and some hand pump filters. This filter is superior on flow rate and even on maintenance compared to all the filters I tested and have seen in the field. You need to maintain this filter to maintain a good flow rate. This is done by back flushing the filter with clean water. Don't use the syringe to back flush because this will take forever and isn't really effective. The syringe is just 50 mL which is 20 times smaller in volume than using a water bag or bottle. I recommend using the Sawyer coupling device and a Evernew (0.9 liter) bag or a 1-Liter Smartwater bottle to back flush the filter. The threads on these bottles are compatible with the coupling device. The pressure you can obtain back flushing is much higher than the pressure you get using a syringe. Because of this higher pressure and larger water volume you'll dislodge more contaminants from the filter. I don't recommend relying on the Sawyer bags. They are light but they will break in the field after a lot of use. I recommend using the Evernew 0.9-Liter or 2-Liter bags instead of the Sawyer bags to force water through the filter. You'll get a higher pressure and faster flow rate using the smaller bag but you'll have to refill it more. The Evernew bags will last so much longer than the Sawyer bags. In my tests I saw a flow rate around 1.6 liters a minute using the Evernew bags which is faster than most pump type filters. What I like about using the Sawyer filter is the lack of moving parts. The only problem I have had in the field after thousands of miles is the Sawyer bag leaking. After replacing the Sawyer bag with the Evernew bag or Smartwater bottle (grocery store water bottle) I have not had any issues. If your Sawyer filter water filter flow rate slows even after back flushing consider soaking in vinegar (slightly acidic) to remove any mineral deposits (slightly basic) that have formed inside the filter. See Sawyer tutorial video. I did this and it brought my flow rate from 0.2 liters a minute back up to about 1.5 liters a minute. I should emphasize the slightly lighter Sawyer Micro filter isn't worth it. The extra weight of this Sawyer squeeze provide much better flow rates and is so much easier to maintain in the field. Thank you Sawyer for creating such a great filter.

I put this filter online on my source water bladder. Was really easy to install and the flow rate is so hight that you really don't even know the difference with it on there

I trusted this to keeping me alive while hiking the AT over several days and I'm still here. It was recommended by other hikers and I recommend it to others. Even bought one for my brother. The I used the bags that came with the bottle and they worked just fine. Some of my friends bought different rubber bags to use. I also attached the filter straight to a liter water bottle and squirted the water straight into my mouth. My buddy bought a fancy water filrer pump and it failed on him. Sometimes simpler is better. This filter is light weight and excellent.