Last Updated: July 2, 2019 (Refresh Now)
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter
Last Updated: July 2, 2019 (Refresh Now)
9.1
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
994
Old Reviews
0
Unverified
119
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59.53 grams
WEIGHT
76 meters
SIZE
Review Analysis - 875 recent, verified reviews
Detailed Mode
For Travel
107hiking, trip, backpacking, trips, hikes
+97%
-3%
" ... My friend bought the same one and uses it regularly on long hikes. ... "
" ... Perfect to put in a hiking bag ... "
" ... Great form factor and a proven filter for camping and emergency situations. ... "
" ... I keep this thrown in my fishing bag and try to remember to put it in my hiking pack as much as possible. ... "
" ... for our hiking kids. ... "
" ... Small easy to carry esp when hiking! ... "
" ... It's come in handy on our backpacking trips. ... "
" ... everyone loves these,,, I use these at the boat and for camping. ... "
Size
84backpack, compact, bug out bag, bag, emergency
+100%
" ... Handy size easy to use better to have it and not need it. ... "
" ... Easy to pack, not too heavy. ... "
" ... Have not used as of yet, but it is in the bug out bag! ... "
" ... Bought it for emergency pack. ... "
" ... Easy to carry ... "
" ... They like it and carry it on long hikes as a back-up to their camel-canteens. ... "
" ... Great to carry in backpack! ... "
" ... I carry one of these in my backpack at all times, never know when you're going to need it. ... "
Water Resistance
78straw, drink, hiking, drinking, suck
+78%
-22%
" ... As an avid trail runner and mountain hiker I need something when I am out of water when I am out for 12 + hours. ... "
" ... It’s so helpful on hikes if you run out of fresh water. ... "
" ... Once you prime it and use it for the first time, it gets easier to use and to suck the water. ... "
" ... She is very ready under any circumstance to not run out of water. ... "
" ... Water filter works as advertised. ... "
" ... He said the water through the straw was “ like spring water “. ... "
" ... We travel out of the United States a lot and have found it often difficult to find proper bottled water that we’re confident drinking. ... "
" ... Carrying sufficient water is difficult, and finding clean, safe, drinkable water can be troublesome, so having a LifeStraw that makes just about any water source drinkable is GREAT. ... "
Water Usage
73drink, suck, clean, bottle, straw
+77%
-23%
" ... Once you prime it and use it for the first time, it gets easier to use and to suck the water. ... "
" ... Great way to be sure the water you drink is safe! ... "
" ... This will allow you to drink more water than you could probably store. ... "
" ... Got these for my adventurous sons and they have used them and appreciate not having to carry drinking water. ... "
" ... She is very ready under any circumstance to not run out of water. ... "
" ... large, gets a good mouthful of water with each sip ... "
" ... Got me through two weeks I was there without getting sick and I drink a lot of water. ... "
" ... There's not much to say if you don't have a good water filter. ... "
Storage
40bag, bottles, liters, go bag, bug out bags
+88%
-13%
" ... Works great for go bags ... "
" ... For my Bugout bag ... "
" ... Can be put in different water bottles ... "
" ... I gave some of these to relatives to keep in their glove compartments. ... "
" ... Bought it for my Bug out bag. ... "
" ... Haven’t tested, they are in shtf storage. ... "
" ... In preppier bag, great price at $14.95 ea. ... "
" ... Have not used as of yet, but it is in the bug out bag! ... "
Ease of Use
39easy, use, pretty, lightweight, water
+95%
-5%
" ... easy to use for 7 year old ... "
" ... Pretty self explanatory. ... "
" ... Easy to use ... "
" ... Simple to use ... "
" ... Looks easy to use . ... "
" ... It doesn't take up any room and is ready and easy to use. ... "
" ... Handy size easy to use better to have it and not need it. ... "
" ... If it was easy to pull the water through, it probably wouldn’t be too good at filtering. ... "
Price
26money, best, worth, great product, found
+96%
-4%
" ... A great price ... "
" ... This is the best price I've found, too, at box stores these go for $25 - ish. ... "
" ... Sale price, could not pass these up. ... "
" ... IT WORKS AND THE PRICE WAS RIGHT. ... "
" ... Lowest price I have ever seeen. ... "
" ... Great product at a Great price ! ... "
" ... It was great to finally get a great product for a good price. ... "
" ... Excellent device and very fairly priced. ... "
Cleaning
26water, drink, dirty, clogged, taste
+69%
-31%
" ... I now live in an area where the tap water is extremely clean and almost everyone drinks tap water. ... "
" ... Maybe his filter got clogged with debris. ... "
" ... Beats having no clean water! ... "
" ... I like that if this happens she is able to have clean water to drink no matter where she is and it's very lightweight and portable. ... "
" ... Not a chemical purifier, just q great filter but blocks 99% of bacteria, fungus, viruses and diseases. ... "
" ... I have used it in all kinds of dirty waters and it works perfectly. ... "
" ... Carrying sufficient water is difficult, and finding clean, safe, drinkable water can be troublesome, so having a LifeStraw that makes just about any water source drinkable is GREAT. ... "
" ... The goal was to get a potting soil and water mixture as clean as possible. ... "
As Gift
25bought, gifts, christmas, stocking, gave
+100%
" ... We bought this as a gift, and I kind of want one myself now. ... "
" ... Appreciated as a stocking stuffer! ... "
" ... Should work out great ehne they use it Later next year (Christmas Present) ... "
" ... Bought as Gifts ... "
" ... This was a gift to someone. ... "
" ... This was the number one gift my 10 year old wanted for Christmas and against my better judgment I bought it for her, knowing she’d drink natural water. ... "
" ... Bought this as a gift. ... "
" ... Everyone in my family got one in their stocking for Christmas ... "
Delivery
23arrived on time, received, package, fast delivery, delivery
+87%
-13%
" ... Perfect for hurricane box! ... "
" ... Arrived on time and was not damaged. ... "
" ... It shipped right away and arrived on time. ... "
" ... Order came quick! ... "
" ... This comes in a nice and small sealed package. ... "
" ... The item arrived on time and undamaged. ... "
" ... Arrived on time and exactly as described and pictured. ... "
" ... Delivered as described and on time ... "
Marketplace
21amazon, product, works as advertised, seller, quick
+100%
" ... Thankfully, I never needed to use it while I was in the Amazon. ... "
" ... I found this product on Amazon for several dollars cheaper than other places and since I did not really know if it worked, I did not want to spend a great deal of money on it. ... "
" ... It works as advertised. ... "
" ... Product was as described and shipped without issue. ... "
" ... SELLER HIGHLY RECOMMENDED! ... "
" ... Thank you Amazon ... "
" ... Order came quick! ... "
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
Product Reliability
19days, clogged, sick, life straw, life
+37%
-63%
" ... I’ve had two break in the last couple months and I didn’t even run a gallon through either one. ... "
" ... Stopped working within the first hour of use. ... "
" ... It clogged and couldn't be used again. ... "
" ... It is fairly extensively damaged. ... "
" ... The date is expired because it’s dated 2018. ... They are only good for three years so I got a bad one. ... "
" ... Does not work ... "
" ... Unfortunately it stopped working after the first time we used it. ... "
" ... I don't generally write reviews and am sorry to have the first one be so negative but the life straw was a total and utter disappointment. ... "
Cover
15go bag, must, bought, yet, good
+100%
" ... Good addition to the Go Bag! ... "
" ... Added it to my go bag. ... "
" ... A must for your emergency go bag! ... "
" ... For my Bugout bag ... "
" ... I have it ready in my bug out bag. ... "
" ... Perfect for my backpack and taking in a go bag in my sxs ... "
" ... I got this for my bug out bag. ... "
" ... Bought this for my sons bug out bag. ... "
Capacity
14bought one, one, family member, room, outdoors
+100%
" ... Love it and got one for everyone in family! ... "
" ... Bought each family member one. ... "
" ... Hardly takes up any room, adds very little weight, and performs like a champ! ... "
" ... Bought one for every family member. ... "
" ... Bought one for each family member. ... "
" ... Bought one for all of my family members to add to their emergency cart. ... "
" ... I bought one of these for my daughter's house and one for mine. ... "
" ... Good to put in your home preparedness kit or in your car . ... "
Build Quality
14seems, protection, plastic, fragile, straw
+79%
-21%
" ... Layer your protection. ... "
" ... Came packaged nice and no visible defects. ... "
" ... First of all it gave me a peace of mind that I have good protection. ... "
" ... looks good in my bug-out bag. ... "
" ... Quality seems fine and durability seems fair. ... "
" ... I love the company and what they stand for. ... "
" ... Amazing amount of purification ability combined with excellent size and quality construction. ... "
" ... They do feel sturdy in the package and was delivered with no issues. ... "
For Kids
13bought, use, son, got, 11
+85%
-15%
" ... I bought both my adult kids these for Christmas. ... "
" ... I got it for my outdoorsy nephew, and he loved it. ... "
" ... My kids think they are the best. ... "
" ... My 19 yr old son went to Mexico. ... "
" ... My son fot this for his dads bday and he has actually used it. ... "
" ... Both my children ages 4 and 12 use them easily and effectively. ... "
" ... I can’t review how this works but I bought this for an 11 year olds birthday party (was on his list) and he was thrilled! ... "
" ... Very handy when my kids and I where on a hike. ... "
Freebies
12emergency, survival, purchased, perfect, addition
+100%
" ... Great in our emergency kit! ... "
" ... purchased this for a survival kit. ... "
" ... Mandatory for a survival kit! ... "
" ... A military have for a survival kit. ... "
" ... I just purchased it for my survival kit. ... "
" ... Picked this and several other related items up to put in a gift basket I gave away in May. ... "
" ... I’m my emergency kit ... "
" ... It s a welcome contribution to our Hurricane Awareness Kit!! ... "
Weight
10weight, light, super, easy, compact
+100%
" ... But it is easy to pack, light weight, small enough. ... "
" ... This simple, economic, light-weight device may be the best investment you can make for your survival in an emergency. ... "
" ... Great for light weight camping ... "
" ... Very light weight and compact. ... "
" ... It’s well built, compact, and very light weight to carry. ... "
" ... Light weight and cost effectiveness are everything in this regards. ... "
" ... My daughter is a mountain hiker and light weight gear is essential. ... "
" ... Light weight and easy to use ... "
Fit
10fits, water, straw, bottle, bag
+70%
-30%
" ... I got them and put them on each one of my vehicles just in case. ... "
" ... Fits snug in my go bag and is easy to clean. ... "
" ... My straw actually fits in my first aid kit. ... "
" ... Why did I buy a two pack with the wild weather I decided to put one in the glove compartment of the car and keep one around the house. ... "
" ... This will fit well into a crowded stocking. ... "
" ... Love how this just fits around my kneck with the strap it has. ... "
" ... This lifestraw is a very powerful tool that is easy to use, compact and will fit in any bag or car console or glove box and filters hundreds of gallons of water. ... "
Product As Described
9works as advertised, exactly, received, item, 5
+100%
" ... Works as advertised. ... "
" ... Says it works as advertised ... "
" ... Just as described. ... "
" ... It is as described. ... "
" ... Exactly as expected. ... "
" ... Exactly as described ... "
" ... It works as advertised. ... "
" ... Looks like the photo in the description, about 8.5" X 1.5". ... "
Battery Life
8saver, emergency, real, pack, disaster
+88%
-13%
" ... A real life saver in a pinch ... "
" ... Bought it for emergency pack. ... "
" ... Perfect for emergency disaster packs. ... "
" ... Its a life saver . ... "
" ... It’s a life saver ... "
" ... Long shelf life (unused). ... "
" ... A real life saver. ... "
Overall performance
5super
+80%
-20%
" ... It does the job. ... "
" ... A little hard to suck at first, but does a good job. ... "
Defective Delivery
5defective, damaged, package, arrived on time
+60%
-40%
" ... This comes in a nice and small sealed package. ... "
" ... Products looks okay and came in a sealed wrapper. ... "
" ... Arrived on time and was not damaged. ... "
Comfort
5emergencies, around, sucking, string, sick
+80%
-20%
" ... Its great to have on hand if SHTF. ... "
" ... Great for hikes, and to have on hand for emergencies. ... "
" ... Love how this just fits around my kneck with the strap it has. ... "
" ... Great to have several on hand! ... "
Coffee
4water, like, still, soap
+75%
-25%
" ... Don't know what "FLAVOR MEANS" TASTE LIKE WATER. ... "
" ... Strain your water first through a coffee filter prolongs its life ... "
" ... I tried it on dish water and on coffee to see if it would work. ... the soap water still had soap in it and the coffee was still in the coffee water. ... "
Remote
4hiking, camping
+100%
" ... Highly recommend for anyone heading out into the woods or traveling to remote places. ... "
" ... Great for hiking and remote camping. ... "
" ... Remote desert hiking when we got to known water source it was contaminated. ... "
" ... I keep one of these in my pack when hiking or going anywhere remote, as well as in my fishing tackle box on the lake. ... "
Setup
3pretty, instructions
+100%
" ... Pretty self explanatory. ... "
" ... Came promptly and had easy instructions ... "
" ... Easy to install ... "
Design
3easy to use
+67%
-33%
" ... Looks easy to use . ... "
" ... Product looks good - haven’t tried it ... "
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Weight: 59.53 grams
Size: 76 meters