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OptimH2O Reverse Osmosis vs CF1 Whole House

Aquasana's $379 model meets SpringWell's $967 model. We tally wins category by category, then call a verdict.

Our recommendation

The CF1 Whole House wins on more spec categories (3–0), but the OptimH2O Reverse Osmosis undercuts it by $588. Choose the CF1 Whole House for performance, the OptimH2O Reverse Osmosis to save.

OptimH2O Reverse Osmosis: 0 category wins CF1 Whole House: 3 category wins

Side by side

OptimH2O Reverse Osmosis

$379

CF1 Whole House

$967

Filter type

Under-sink RO

Whole-house

Removes

lead, PFAS, fluoride, nitrates, arsenic, chlorine

chlorine, sediment, chloramine

NSF certified

42, 53, 58, 401

Flow rate

0.06 GPM

12 GPMWin

Filter life

600 gal

1,000,000 galWin

Filter cost / yr

110 USD

90 USDWin

Installation

DIY

Professional

Storage tank

Yes

OptimH2O Reverse Osmosis

Under-sink RO with Claryum remineralization that targets lead, PFAS, and fluoride.

Buy on Amazon → Buy from Aquasana →

CF1 Whole House

Whole-house carbon system that removes chlorine and chloramine across the entire home.

Check price at manufacturer →

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