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Katadyn BeFree Filtration Bottle 1.0L
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Katadyn Water Filter's Befree 1 Liter Blue
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Katadyn BeFree Filter - 1L
Delivery between 14–19 May $12
Katadyn Be Free 1.0L Filter Water Bottle - 1000ml
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Used this water filter bottle as my main filtration for 4 days on the Kalalau trail and it worked great. As with anything, use it before you hit the trail so you know how it works. Being able to dip into the streams at water stops and immediately drink filtered water did a lot for us on trail. We used this to filter into our water reservoirs as well. On day two I sprung a small leak. Hobbled back with a taped up bottle, but it kept doing its thing. I returned it when I got back, as the bottle is covered by warranty. I'm replacing it with what I wish I would have done in the first place (as it's the same cost), the Befree Filter with the Hydrapak 2L Seeker bag. This is reviewed as a stronger bag and has additional carrying capacity, for the same price.
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I love this filter! I've had it for a couple years now and it's super lightweight and easy to use. I will eventually have to get another cap/filter for it, but I've probably filtered 50 qts of water through it so far, and it's just starting to get a little harder to squeeze. The mouth is large enough and flexible enough to get under even the smallest trickle of water. You can leave the water in the filter and drink directly out of it, or just squeeze it into your nalgene and then store the empty folded-up bottle in your pack. We took this BFree on a 3 day backpacking trip where another person had a classic pumping-type filter, but my BFree pumped water faster so all 5 of us ended up just using it. You do have to take some care with it as the plastic could get a tear ... MoreI love this filter! I've had it for a couple years now and it's super lightweight and easy to use. I will eventually have to get another cap/filter for it, but I've probably filtered 50 qts of water through it so far, and it's just starting to get a little harder to squeeze. The mouth is large enough and flexible enough to get under even the smallest trickle of water. You can leave the water in the filter and drink directly out of it, or just squeeze it into your nalgene and then store the empty folded-up bottle in your pack. We took this BFree on a 3 day backpacking trip where another person had a classic pumping-type filter, but my BFree pumped water faster so all 5 of us ended up just using it. You do have to take some care with it as the plastic could get a tear or hole in it if you just shove it in your pack alongside something sharp, but if you're careful I think it will last a long time. It is great for filtering out amoebas like giardia in probably any water in the backcountry of North America, but it does NOT filter out viruses and very small organisms, so it's not appropriate for use in developing countries where you need to filter out some deadly diseases.
originally posted on REI
Bought this when considering different backpacking water filter systems. This broke on day one of a multi-day trip. We were using it for filtering alpine water for drinking and cooking when we noticed a hole had popped on the side. For clarity, we had stored it properly in the packs and hadn't set it on the ground or anything- the hole popped as we were using it. Maybe this would work for someone who is just using it as a way to filter water for drinking on a hike, but as a backpacking option for cooking and drinking, it just seemed that was a bit too much use for it. I've tried this, steripens, iodine tablets, and MSR filter pumps. Honestly, I know they are more spendy and possibly the "old school" option, but I prefer a traditional filter pump. Only filter system ... MoreBought this when considering different backpacking water filter systems. This broke on day one of a multi-day trip. We were using it for filtering alpine water for drinking and cooking when we noticed a hole had popped on the side. For clarity, we had stored it properly in the packs and hadn't set it on the ground or anything- the hole popped as we were using it. Maybe this would work for someone who is just using it as a way to filter water for drinking on a hike, but as a backpacking option for cooking and drinking, it just seemed that was a bit too much use for it. I've tried this, steripens, iodine tablets, and MSR filter pumps. Honestly, I know they are more spendy and possibly the "old school" option, but I prefer a traditional filter pump. Only filter system that hasn't failed me yet!
| Water Source | Clear Water |
| Group Size | 2-5 |
| Treated Quantity | 1000L |
| Effective Against | Microorganisms |
| Filter Material | Hollow fibre |
Katadyn BeFree Filtration Bottle 1.0L
Delivery between 15–21 May $9
Katadyn Water Filter's Befree 1 Liter Blue
Free delivery
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Katadyn Water Filter's Befree 1 Liter,blue Size Name:1 Liter Colour
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Katadyn BeFree Filter - 1L
Delivery between 14–19 May $12
Katadyn Be Free 1.0L Filter Water Bottle - 1000ml
Free delivery between Tue – Wed
Used this water filter bottle as my main filtration for 4 days on the Kalalau trail and it worked great. As with anything, use it before you hit the trail so you know how it works. Being able to dip into the streams at water stops and immediately drink filtered water did a lot for us on trail. We used this to filter into our water reservoirs as well. On day two I sprung a small leak. Hobbled back with a taped up bottle, but it kept doing its thing. I returned it when I got back, as the bottle is covered by warranty. I'm replacing it with what I wish I would have done in the first place (as it's the same cost), the Befree Filter with the Hydrapak 2L Seeker bag. This is reviewed as a stronger bag and has additional carrying capacity, for the same price.
I love this filter! I've had it for a couple years now and it's super lightweight and easy to use. I will eventually have to get another cap/filter for it, but I've probably filtered 50 qts of water through it so far, and it's just starting to get a little harder to squeeze. The mouth is large enough and flexible enough to get under even the smallest trickle of water. You can leave the water in the filter and drink directly out of it, or just squeeze it into your nalgene and then store the empty folded-up bottle in your pack. We took this BFree on a 3 day backpacking trip where another person had a classic pumping-type filter, but my BFree pumped water faster so all 5 of us ended up just using it. You do have to take some care with it as the plastic could get a tear ... MoreI love this filter! I've had it for a couple years now and it's super lightweight and easy to use. I will eventually have to get another cap/filter for it, but I've probably filtered 50 qts of water through it so far, and it's just starting to get a little harder to squeeze. The mouth is large enough and flexible enough to get under even the smallest trickle of water. You can leave the water in the filter and drink directly out of it, or just squeeze it into your nalgene and then store the empty folded-up bottle in your pack. We took this BFree on a 3 day backpacking trip where another person had a classic pumping-type filter, but my BFree pumped water faster so all 5 of us ended up just using it. You do have to take some care with it as the plastic could get a tear or hole in it if you just shove it in your pack alongside something sharp, but if you're careful I think it will last a long time. It is great for filtering out amoebas like giardia in probably any water in the backcountry of North America, but it does NOT filter out viruses and very small organisms, so it's not appropriate for use in developing countries where you need to filter out some deadly diseases.
Bought this when considering different backpacking water filter systems. This broke on day one of a multi-day trip. We were using it for filtering alpine water for drinking and cooking when we noticed a hole had popped on the side. For clarity, we had stored it properly in the packs and hadn't set it on the ground or anything- the hole popped as we were using it. Maybe this would work for someone who is just using it as a way to filter water for drinking on a hike, but as a backpacking option for cooking and drinking, it just seemed that was a bit too much use for it. I've tried this, steripens, iodine tablets, and MSR filter pumps. Honestly, I know they are more spendy and possibly the "old school" option, but I prefer a traditional filter pump. Only filter system ... MoreBought this when considering different backpacking water filter systems. This broke on day one of a multi-day trip. We were using it for filtering alpine water for drinking and cooking when we noticed a hole had popped on the side. For clarity, we had stored it properly in the packs and hadn't set it on the ground or anything- the hole popped as we were using it. Maybe this would work for someone who is just using it as a way to filter water for drinking on a hike, but as a backpacking option for cooking and drinking, it just seemed that was a bit too much use for it. I've tried this, steripens, iodine tablets, and MSR filter pumps. Honestly, I know they are more spendy and possibly the "old school" option, but I prefer a traditional filter pump. Only filter system that hasn't failed me yet!
Filtering system works fine; but everything else about it is cheaply made, and does not withstand even normal use. Biner for hanging strap broke apart the first time I tried to hang the bag. The metal clip landed somewhere; and it's still out there. Other biner clip keeps slipping opening, causing the strap to fail. Hanging strap must have a branch to hang from; unless you add velcro. Obviously, the company focuses on the filter, and not on a reliable hanging system. I paid good $$$ for this unit; and now I have to create my own hanging system? Nope. When the full bag fell because of the broken biner; I noticed the roots it fell on almost broke through the bag. I have no faith in the durability of the material; so I'm returning the unit to REI. Filtering system is ... MoreFiltering system works fine; but everything else about it is cheaply made, and does not withstand even normal use. Biner for hanging strap broke apart the first time I tried to hang the bag. The metal clip landed somewhere; and it's still out there. Other biner clip keeps slipping opening, causing the strap to fail. Hanging strap must have a branch to hang from; unless you add velcro. Obviously, the company focuses on the filter, and not on a reliable hanging system. I paid good $$$ for this unit; and now I have to create my own hanging system? Nope. When the full bag fell because of the broken biner; I noticed the roots it fell on almost broke through the bag. I have no faith in the durability of the material; so I'm returning the unit to REI. Filtering system is one of the best I have seen - which makes it a two star.
Sadly, I have to retract my original "5-star opinion" on the BeFree. I had used it several times in summer 2021 and it was great - light, stowable, and had a fast flow rate. I always used and cleaned it according to Katadyn's instructions (found in the packet when you buy or on their website). I didn't do much backpacking this summer so when I took my BeFree along for a quick trip September 2022, I didn't think to give it a quick test before leaving (my mistake). When I went to filter water, it came out at a dismal rate - drops. I tried every field cleaning method but nothing worked. Shaking vigorously improved flow rate to faster drops, but a far cry from 2L per minute. The filter was also new in 2021 and hadn't been used to filter more than 20-25L of water. Not ... MoreSadly, I have to retract my original "5-star opinion" on the BeFree. I had used it several times in summer 2021 and it was great - light, stowable, and had a fast flow rate. I always used and cleaned it according to Katadyn's instructions (found in the packet when you buy or on their website). I didn't do much backpacking this summer so when I took my BeFree along for a quick trip September 2022, I didn't think to give it a quick test before leaving (my mistake). When I went to filter water, it came out at a dismal rate - drops. I tried every field cleaning method but nothing worked. Shaking vigorously improved flow rate to faster drops, but a far cry from 2L per minute. The filter was also new in 2021 and hadn't been used to filter more than 20-25L of water. Not quite sure what was wrong but after 30-40 minutes of shaking, switching, etc. nothing fixed the flow rate. Thankfully, we had our emergency iodine tablets (which you should always, ALWAYS bring with you). Without them, our trip would have been over. 2 stars because when it works, it works great. Just a warning to prospective buyers and a reminder to check your gear before you go! D'oh.
I LOVE my Katadyn BeFree. It is so easy to use and it genuinely makes me happy to pull it out. I have been camping and canoe camping many times before and used friends' Sawyer Squeezes. The Sawyer works very well and has improved the quality of my trips each time. However, I ultimately chose to purchase a Katadyn BeFree for myself for a few reasons. - The Katadyn is simple to clean, as you just need to swish water through the filter - no extra equipment needed. The Sawyer is finicky to clean - you need a syringe and you NEED to clean it all the time for it to work well. - The Katadyn has a soft silicone bag that packs easier and is much more pleasant to hold. The Sawyer bags seem cheap to me - they're simple plastic bags, and the edges are a little ... MoreI LOVE my Katadyn BeFree. It is so easy to use and it genuinely makes me happy to pull it out. I have been camping and canoe camping many times before and used friends' Sawyer Squeezes. The Sawyer works very well and has improved the quality of my trips each time. However, I ultimately chose to purchase a Katadyn BeFree for myself for a few reasons. - The Katadyn is simple to clean, as you just need to swish water through the filter - no extra equipment needed. The Sawyer is finicky to clean - you need a syringe and you NEED to clean it all the time for it to work well. - The Katadyn has a soft silicone bag that packs easier and is much more pleasant to hold. The Sawyer bags seem cheap to me - they're simple plastic bags, and the edges are a little sharp/uncomfortable to grip. I sometimes worry about getting a "paper cut" style slash on my hands from the Sawyer bags. - The Katadyn can essentially serve as its own water bottle, so you could theoretically scoop up water and drink it on the go very easily. The Sawyer would not do so easily and requires devoted time to filtering water. - The flow rate out of the Katadyn is faster as well (and I've found it's much, much faster in the field). - And finally, everyone says that the big bonus of the Sawyer is the long lifetime, whereas the Katadyn's is shorter. However, unless you are thru-hiking or going on dozens of trips each year, I don't see that as something that really has an impact. The Katadyn will hold up for my basic needs (more than 2, less than 10 trips a year usually). Ultimately, I just really like my Katadyn and feel very good about choosing it over the Sawyer. I liked it so much, I bought my parents one! If you're not someone who is spending an intense amount of time outside, I would recommend the Katadyn. However, I would never complain if I went on another trip with a friend with a Sawyer, so long as they're the one cleaning it!
This product is honestly terrible and Katadyn should be ashamed to have even brought it to market. At first it seemed great, the bag was relatively easy to fill, it held a lot of water and it filtered easily. Unfortunately two days into the trip the filter slowed to a trickle and despite the 'easy clean' it's advertised to have the filter rate never improved. It seriously takes some vigorous swishing in sparkling clean water in order to keep this thing from stopping all together. Even when we brought it home, there was nothing we could do to get the filter back to where it was early on. The bag also sprung a leak after only a few uses, likely because we had to put so much pressure on it to get the water to filter at a reasonable rate. The only redeeming feature is ... MoreThis product is honestly terrible and Katadyn should be ashamed to have even brought it to market. At first it seemed great, the bag was relatively easy to fill, it held a lot of water and it filtered easily. Unfortunately two days into the trip the filter slowed to a trickle and despite the 'easy clean' it's advertised to have the filter rate never improved. It seriously takes some vigorous swishing in sparkling clean water in order to keep this thing from stopping all together. Even when we brought it home, there was nothing we could do to get the filter back to where it was early on. The bag also sprung a leak after only a few uses, likely because we had to put so much pressure on it to get the water to filter at a reasonable rate. The only redeeming feature is that you can set it up as a gravity filter and leave it to slowly fill your water while doing other things (seriously, it's like an IV drip). Another small benefit is that it's slightly easier to fill than the comparable Sawyer pouches, the downside is that to fill it in still water requires a lot of swishing back and forth which tends to stir up muck causing the filter to drain even more slowly. Because of this, on one trip we actually ended up deciding to push on to a better water source despite being exhausted for fear that the filter would stop working entirely. This lead to a bad fall on tired legs and while, yes, the filter didn't literally push my partner off the trail, this just underlines why it's so important to have solid, functional gear in the backcountry because it can impact your decision making in important moments. Next to my Sawyer which has held up for 7 years filtering water from Minnesota to Madagascar to Washington, I'm not sure why anyone would spend the extra $10 on such a poorly designed flop of a filter. Unless you're wanting a single use filter for already clean water, don't buy this it's an incredible waste of time and money.
Pros: super convenient on the trail. No sitting down for a pump session. So long as there is occasional water on the trail, one can get by with carrying less water weight, doing quick refill stops. Cons: the cap is flimsy. Buy a smartwater bottle and save the cap and put it in your kit as a spare. The filter flow can slow down dramatically, for example after being stored in the off season, even when only clean water was filtered. Follow their directions to clear. Shake hard, not gently. When all else fails, fill the flask and insert the filter and leave overnight. Squeeze some water out, shake really hard, then squeeze all the water out. I had to do this a couple times before my first trip of the season, but it brought the flow rate back to normal. Tip: I bring two ... MorePros: super convenient on the trail. No sitting down for a pump session. So long as there is occasional water on the trail, one can get by with carrying less water weight, doing quick refill stops. Cons: the cap is flimsy. Buy a smartwater bottle and save the cap and put it in your kit as a spare. The filter flow can slow down dramatically, for example after being stored in the off season, even when only clean water was filtered. Follow their directions to clear. Shake hard, not gently. When all else fails, fill the flask and insert the filter and leave overnight. Squeeze some water out, shake really hard, then squeeze all the water out. I had to do this a couple times before my first trip of the season, but it brought the flow rate back to normal. Tip: I bring two flasks and filters. They are really light. I test both filters before each trip. Bottom line, though, the super convenience and ease of use is worth a bit of fussing around.
Horrifically slow filter after first filter. Don't believe the hype. Can barely force purified water through filter, back flush or through, after first use. First few liters screamed through though, just like you've read. Then worse than a Sawyer mini. Extremely upset I wasted my money on this product and a seeker bladder that fits it except that I saw how to break off the filter to use a standard Sawyer/platy filter on the mouth of the befree. Garbage product. Swish until your arm falls off; the flow won't increase.
In the past we used to use the msr mini works on all of our trips, it was terrible but it was all we had, we would get to camp and one of us would head to the lake with the pump, after what seemed like forever we would have 4 litres of water. Now we use a gravity filter in camp that we just let do it’s thing and we have 2 of these filters for on the trail or in the canoe. They are amazing no more running out of water or worrying about conserving water on long days in the canoe, you can just fill up in the lake and keep going. The bottle that comes with it seems pretty flimsy so I bought 600 ml hydrapak collapsible bottles, the filters fit perfectly and have a built in loop. After a 7 day trip to Temagami last year and a 9 day trip to Wabakimi this year the filters ... MoreIn the past we used to use the msr mini works on all of our trips, it was terrible but it was all we had, we would get to camp and one of us would head to the lake with the pump, after what seemed like forever we would have 4 litres of water. Now we use a gravity filter in camp that we just let do it’s thing and we have 2 of these filters for on the trail or in the canoe. They are amazing no more running out of water or worrying about conserving water on long days in the canoe, you can just fill up in the lake and keep going. The bottle that comes with it seems pretty flimsy so I bought 600 ml hydrapak collapsible bottles, the filters fit perfectly and have a built in loop. After a 7 day trip to Temagami last year and a 9 day trip to Wabakimi this year the filters are still going strong. The water does have a slight taste but nothing terrible, it’s the backcountry and it’s quick lake water on the go, the taste is definitely not an issue. Highly recommend !
| Water Source | Clear Water |
| Group Size | 2-5 |
| Treated Quantity | 1000L |
| Effective Against | Microorganisms |
| Filter Material | Hollow fibre |
Katadyn Befree Filter 1.0L
The BeFree 0.6L is the perfect companion on trail runs, mountain bike tours, or fishing. Compact and ultralight hollow fiber filter that only weighs 59g. It is superlight to fill. This filter removes bacteria, cysts and sediment with its pore size of 0.1 micron (0.0001 mm). The collapsible flask packs small to fit into tight spaces such as running shorts, cycling jerseys, paddling or fishing vest. The output is up to 2L/min. with a total capacity of 1000L, depending on the water quality. Easily clean the EZ-Clean MembraneTM by simply shaking or swishing the filter in the water - in the field or at home. No backflushing or tools necessary. 100% PVC and BPA free. Gives you the freedom to drink anytime, anywhere.
The BeFree 0.6L is the perfect companion on trail runs, mountain bike tours, or fishing. Compact and ultralight hollow fiber filter that only weighs 59g. It is superlight to fill. This filter removes bacteria, cysts and sediment with its pore size of 0.1 micron (0.0001 mm). The collapsible flask packs small to fit into tight spaces such as running shorts, cycling jerseys, paddling or fishing vest. The output is up to 2L/min. with a total capacity of 1000L, depending on the water quality. Easily clean the EZ-Clean MembraneTM by simply shaking or swishing the filter in the water - in the field or at home. No backflushing or tools necessary. 100% PVC and BPA free. Gives you the freedom to drink anytime, anywhere.
The BeFree 0.6L is the perfect companion on trail runs, mountain bike tours, or fishing. Compact and ultralight hollow fiber filter that only weighs 59g. It is superlight to fill. This filter removes bacteria, cysts and sediment with its pore size of 0.1 micron (0.0001 mm). The collapsible flask packs small to fit into tight spaces such as running shorts, cycling jerseys, paddling or fishing vest. The output is up to 2L/min. with a total capacity of 1000L, depending on the water quality. Easily clean the EZ-Clean MembraneTM by simply shaking or swishing the filter in the water - in the field or at home. No backflushing or tools necessary. 100% PVC and BPA free. Gives you the freedom to drink anytime, anywhere.
The BeFree 0.6L is the perfect companion on trail runs, mountain bike tours, or fishing. Compact and ultralight hollow fiber filter that only weighs 59g. It is superlight to fill. This filter removes bacteria, cysts and sediment with its pore size of 0.1 micron (0.0001 mm). The collapsible flask packs small to fit into tight spaces such as running shorts, cycling jerseys, paddling or fishing vest. The output is up to 2L/min. with a total capacity of 1000L, depending on the water quality. Easily clean the EZ-Clean MembraneTM by simply shaking or swishing the filter in the water - in the field or at home. No backflushing or tools necessary. 100% PVC and BPA free. Gives you the freedom to drink anytime, anywhere.
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