Top Berkey Products for Clean, Great-Tasting Water

Berkey is known for its gravity-fed water filtration systems, but choosing the right Berkey product goes beyond simply picking a system. From countertop systems for different household sizes to replacement and supplemental filtration elements, there are several options depending on your water filtration needs.

Whether you're buying your first Berkey or looking for replacement elements for a system you already own, here are some of the top Berkey products available at DrinkingWellCo.

1. Big Berkey® 2.25 Gallon Water Filter System

Best Overall Berkey System

The Big Berkey® is one of the most versatile options for everyday household use. Its 2.25-gallon capacity provides a balance between water storage and countertop space.

Equipped with two Black Berkey® Elements, it's a strong choice for households looking for a gravity-fed filtration system without requiring plumbing or an under-sink installation.

Best for:

• Everyday household use

• Small to medium-sized households

• Countertop filtration

• First-time Berkey owners

2. Travel Berkey® 1.5 Gallon Water Filter System

Best Compact Berkey System

The Travel Berkey® offers Berkey filtration in a smaller 1.5-gallon system.

Its compact size makes it particularly useful for individuals, couples and households with limited countertop space. It's also a convenient option for RVs, camping and travel.

Best for:

• Individuals and couples

• Apartments

• RVs and camping

• Smaller kitchens

• Emergency preparedness

3. Royal Berkey® 3.25 Gallon Water Filter System

Best for Families

The Royal Berkey® offers a larger 3.25-gallon capacity, making it a good option for families and households that regularly use filtered water throughout the day.

The additional capacity means more filtered water can be kept available for drinking, cooking and filling reusable bottles.

Best for:

• Families

• Medium to larger households

• Higher daily water consumption

• Drinking and cooking

4. Imperial Berkey® 4.5 Gallon Water Filter System

Best High-Capacity Berkey

The Imperial Berkey® offers a substantial 4.5-gallon capacity for households or shared spaces that need more filtered water readily available.

Its larger reservoir can reduce how frequently the system needs to be refilled compared with smaller Berkey models.

Best for:

• Large families

• High water consumption

• Offices and shared spaces

• Emergency preparedness

• Households looking for greater capacity

5. Black Berkey® Elements – 2 Pack

Best Berkey Replacement Filter

Already have a compatible Berkey system? Black Berkey® Elements are replacement filtration elements designed for Berkey gravity-fed systems.

Keeping replacement elements available can help ensure your Berkey system continues operating as intended when it's eventually time to replace the existing elements.

Best for:

• Existing Berkey owners

• Replacing used filtration elements

• Maintaining compatible Berkey systems

6. Berkey PF-2™ Fluoride & Arsenic Reduction Elements – 2 Pack

Best Berkey Add-On Filter

The Berkey PF-2™ Fluoride & Arsenic Reduction Elements are supplemental elements designed for customers looking for additional reduction of fluoride and arsenic.

They are used alongside compatible Black Berkey® Elements rather than as a standalone water filtration system.

Best for:

• Additional fluoride reduction

• Additional arsenic reduction

• Compatible Berkey systems

• Berkey owners looking to expand their filtration setup

Which Berkey Product Is Right for You?

If you're purchasing a complete system, start by considering how much filtered water your household uses.

For most households, the Big Berkey® offers a versatile combination of size and capacity. Those needing something smaller can consider the Travel Berkey®, while families and higher-use households may benefit from the Royal Berkey® or Imperial Berkey®.

If you already own a Berkey, Black Berkey® Elements and Berkey PF-2™ Elements can help you maintain or expand your existing filtration setup.

Shop Berkey Products at DrinkingWellCo

From complete gravity-fed water filtration systems to replacement and supplemental filter elements, DrinkingWellCo carries Berkey products for a variety of household water filtration needs.

Explore our selection to find the Berkey system, replacement element or add-on filter that works best for your home.