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Waterdrop WD-FC-06 vs PUR PLUS (PFM350V) Side-by-Side Comparison

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Waterdrop WD-FC-06

$39.99

PUR PLUS Faucet Filter (PFM350V)

$30.90
Two faucet-mount water faucets, the Waterdrop WD-FC-06 and PUR PLUS (PFM350V), held side-by-side by a reviewer for comparison purposes.

Overall Verdict

The Waterdrop WD-FC-06 is one of the most popular filters on the market right now. Affordably priced and looking beautiful and solid with a stainless steel housing, we can see why so many people turned to this filter.

But how does it perform?

Very well, according to our tests. We pumped highly-chlorinated water through the cartridge to test its chlorine-filtering ability, and the WD-FC-06 eliminated all traces of the chemical in the water. The WD-FC-06 also excelled in the filtering flow rate test. In fact, it has the best result out of all the models we’ve tested so far with a reading of 1.3 GPM.

If you’re searching for a filter that can work quickly, the WD-FC-06 will be a perfect choice.

On the other hand, the PUR Plus PFM350V — while it still managed to get a perfect score in the chlorine test section — it’s one of the very few models that failed the flow rate test. The PFM350V has a very bad reading of just 0.33 GPM in filtering mode. If you’re used to having high-pressure tap water in your kitchen, it’ll take some time to get used to the slower flow of this filter.

Design-wise, the Waterdrop WD-FC-06 definitely got the PUR Plus PFM350V beat with its stainless steel housing. The PUR model only has a plastic housing, it may last a lot less long.

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Pros & Cons

  • Excellent filtering flow rate (1.3 GPM).
  • Near-perfect chlorine filtration efficiency.
  • Great build quality using 304 food-grade stainless steel.
  • The routing valve is solid and easy to use.
  • Excellent chlorine filtering ability
  • Sleek and compact design with a very modern aesthetic
  • Has a filter indicator light
  • Easy to install and use
  • Lacks filter replacement indicator.
  • Filter has a low capacity (100 gallons)
  • Housing is built entirely from plastic, which can be a durability issue in the long-term

Key Specs

Filtering flow rate
1.3 GPM
0.44 GPM
Capacity
320 gals
100 gallons
Qualifications
NSF/ANSI Standard 42 and NSF/ANSI Standard 372
ANSI Standard 42, 53, 401
Warranty
1-year
L6.5 x W5.25 x H2.8 inches
Dimensions
L5 x W2.5 x H5 inches
1.1 pounds
Weight
1.2 pounds
2 years

Where to Buy

Price at publication
$39.99
$30.90
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Analysis and Test Results

Performance

Overall Performance Scoring
5.3
8.9

Lead Test

0.0
10
Waterdrop WD FC 06 Faucet Filter Lead Test
PUR PLUS Faucet Filter PFM350V Lead Test
Before
200 mg/l
200 mg/l
After
~20 mg/l
~0 mg/l

Chlorine Test

10
10
The Waterdrop WD-FC-06 mounted on a tap. To its left is the testing result pad with two activated test strips.
On the color pad are two activated testing strips. One from the control sample (left) and one from the filtered water sample (right).
The Waterdrop WD-FC-06 mounted on a tap. To its left is the testing result pad with two activated test strips.
Waterdrop WD-FC-06 Faucet Filter Chlorine Test 2
The PUR Plus PFM350V filter mounted on a tap. To its left is the testing result pad with two activated test strips.
Two activated test strips are laid on the color chart. The strip to the left is from the control sample, showing a high chlorine level. The strip to the right is from the filtered water produced by the PFM350V, showing no trace of chlorine.
The PUR Plus PFM350V filter mounted on a tap. To its left is the testing result pad with two activated test strips.
PUR PLUS Faucet Filter Chlorine Test
Before
10+ mg/l
10+ mg/l
After
~0 mg/l
~0 mg/l

Flow Rate Test

9.0
4.7
Duration
20 secs
20 secs
Amount
0.446 gallons
0.148 gallons
Flow Rate
1.3 GPM
0.44 GPM

Design

Overall Design Scoring
9.1
8.4

In the Box

The content of the shipping box of the Waterdrop WD-FC-06 water filter, including adapters, filter blocks, and manuals.
The grey PUR PFM350V filter is in the middle, surrounded by its accessories, manuals, and the shipping box.

Dimensions

The dimensions of the Waterdrop WD-FC-06. Marked to the side is length (5 inches), width (2.5 inches), and height (5 inches).
The dimensions of the PUR Plus PFM350V. The length is 6.5 inches, the width is 5.25 inches, and the height is 2.8 inches.
Length
5.0" (12.7 cm)
6.5" (16.5 cm)
Width
2.5" (6.4 cm)
5.3" (13.3 cm)
Height
5.0" (12.7 cm)
2.8" (7.1 cm)
Weight
1.2 lbs (0.5 kg)
1.1 lbs (0.5 kg)

Build Quality

8.3
7.8
The silvery, metallic Waterdrop WD-FC-06 faucet-mount water filter on a grey table.
The silvery, metallic Waterdrop WD-FC-06 faucet-mount water filter on a grey table.
The Waterdrop WD-FC-06 on its side, with its two dispensing nozzles exposed.
The front of the grey, plastic PUR Plus PFM350V filter, which is sitting on a white stone table.

Filter Piece

10
8.5
The Waterdrop WD-FC-06 filter piece on a table. The outer membrane of the filter is soaked after being flushed.
The blue plastic-shelled PUR Plus filter cartridge that comes with the PUR Plus PFM350V standing upright on a white table.
Filter Model
Waterdrop WD-FF-01A replacement filter
PUR Plus MineralCore™
Filtration Process
Activated Carbon
Activated Carbon, Ion Exchange Resin & MineralCore™
Certifications
NSF/ANSI 42
ANSI Standard 42, 53, 401
Filter Capacity
320 gallons
100 gallon

Routing Valve

8.2
10
The silvery, chrome-plated rotating handle of the routing valve on the side of the Waterdrop WD-FC-06 faucet-mount filter.
A close-up shot on the black rotating handle of the PUR Plus PFM350V faucet-mount water filter.
Type of Valve
Rotating
Rotating

Usability

Overall Usability Scoring
10
9.8

Installation

10
10
A close-up shot of the Waterdrop WD-FC-06’s mounting port. It currently has a metallic faucet attached to it.
The mounting port of the PUR Plus PFM350V, with the black plastic ring and the metal threading on the inside.
The mounting port of the PUR Plus PFM350V, with the black plastic ring and the metal threading on the inside.
The mounting port of the PUR Plus PFM350V attached with a metal faucet adapter.

Ease of Use

10
10

Leak

10
10

Maintenance

10
8.0
The filter piece of the Waterdrop WD-FC-06, connected to the filter’s nozzle, stands on a table next to the filter itself.
The bar of filter change indicator light on the PUR Plus PFM350V faucet-mount filter.
The bar of filter change indicator light on the PUR Plus PFM350V faucet-mount filter.
The blue, plastic-shelled filter cartridge of the PUR Plus PFM350V surrounded by detached plastic parts of the filter.
Filter Indicator
N/A
Yes
Replacement
3 months
1-2 months