Katadyn Gravity BeFree 3.0L Water Filter
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About Katadyn Gravity BeFree 3.0L Water Filter
Overall Feedback:
73% positive
81% praised for its long-lasting durability, while 19% experienced a shorter lifespan
The accessibility of the filter fibers makes it easy for me to clean the filter and prolong the flow rate substantially compared to more sealed filter systems.
I strongly expressed my dissatisfaction with the product, calling it 'absolute garbage'.
After just a few uses, the filter came loose and became useless, indicating poor durability of the product.
I noticed that the container's rubber picked up smoke flavor from the fire, making people sick.
Rephrased: The container's rubber picked up smoke flavor from the fire, making people sick.
95% appreciated its easy cleaning, while 5% found it high maintenance
The filter fibers are easily accessible, making it fast and easy to clean the filter. This prolongs the flow rate substantially over more sealed filter systems, even when backflushed on each use.
I can clean 3 liters of water in just 3 minutes.
I found that squeezing the length of the hose with my fingers mostly helps in getting air bubbles out.
It took a few days to dry out after cleaning when I got home, but it was not a big deal.
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88% found it easy to using, while 12% had difficulties
I have used it on a dozen trips and the speed of filtering and ease of cleaning is awesome.
I found the filter easy to use with the strap and carrying bag making it convenient to carry. It can even be worn on the shoulder if there is no tree to hang it on.
The accessibility of the filter fibers makes it extremely easy for me to clean the filter consistently, which has prolonged the flow rate of the filter substantially over more sealed filter systems.
After filtering about 5 gallons of water, the filter slowed down to almost a trickle.
78% appreciated its effectiveness, but 22% questioned its effectiveness
The container's rubber picked up smoke flavor, making us sick.
The taste of water is undrinkable.
81% liked its lightweight and compact design
The bag on the BeFree system has a wide mouth that allows for creative options to collect scarce water in drought conditions.
I went on a 5 day kayaking camping trip down a river and used this product.
It's a wonderful item to have in your camping bag, backpack, or car emergency kit.
95% praised for its fast water flow rate, while 5% found it slow
The flow rate on the BeFree using gravity is fast, although not as fast as squeezing water through a fresh cannister type, but still fast enough to make the advantage of doing gravity feed a huge plus.
After following the recommended care of the filter to ensure appropriate flow rates, it worked great for the first 2 days, but then dropped down to a trickle.
When I first used this filter, the water flow rate was very fast, but over time it got slower. I tried to clean the filter cartridge, but it did not help. I also had to squeeze the length of hose with my fingers to get rid of air bubbles. Although the water flow is not as fast as it used to be, it is still acceptable.
The filter was working quickly at first, but after filtering about 5 gallons of water, it slowed down to almost nothing.
87% liked its ability to filter large quantities of water, while 13% found it limited
The filter is great for backpacking because it is extremely lightweight.
After the recommended care of the filter to ensure appropriate flow rates, it dropped down to a trickle.
