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Katadyn BeFree 1.0L
Katadyn
Collapsible 1 L filter flask rated for 1,000 liters with a flow up to 2 L a minute.
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What you get
A 1 L filter bottle in the form of a collapsible soft flask. The maker lists bacteria, cysts and sediment at 0.1 micron. Flow is rated up to 2 L a minute and cleaning is a shake or swish.
- Shake/swish to clean
- Collapsible flask
- AC carbon version exists (BeFree AC)
Pros and cons of the Katadyn BeFree 1.0L
Pros
- Flow rated up to 2 L a minute by the maker.
- The flask collapses and weighs 63 g.
Cons
- Only bacteria, cysts and sediment are listed so viruses are not named.
- The maker rates the filter for 1,000 liters so count on replacements for long-term use.
Specs
- Type
- filter bottle (soft flask)
- Filter lifemaker's rating
- 1,000 L
- Removes
- bacteria, cysts, sediment
- Pore size
- 0.1 micron
- Capacity
- 1 L
- Weight
- 63 g (2.2 oz)
Why it scores 9.1
9.1/10
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Emergency features
- Removes bacteria and protozoa
- Also removes or kills viruses
- Filter life or capacity listed by the maker
- Tested to a named standard
- Works without power
Tester picks
- OutdoorGearLab
- Outdoor Life
- The Prepared
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