Aquasana AQ-5300+.NF
A WQA-certified under-sink filter that is certified to reduce 12 contaminants, including lead and PFAS.
You want strong contaminant reduction at the kitchen tap without a countertop unit, and are comfortable with a simple under-cabinet install.
Certified to reduce Lead, PFAS, PFOA — the contaminants that matter most for health.
Like most carbon filters, it does not remove fluoride — only reverse osmosis does that.
What is under-sink filter? A carbon-based cartridge (or set of stages) plumbed under your kitchen sink that filters the cold drinking-water line. Compare all filter types →
What it costs to own
| Upfront price | — |
| Replacement filter (AQ-5300+R) | $83.99 Buy refill → |
| Estimated yearly cost (filters, ~1.5×/yr) | ~$126/yr |
| True cost per gallon | 10.5¢ |
Cost per gallon and yearly cost are our estimates from the rated capacity and the Amazon price as of October 20, 2026 at 2:01 PM ET. We show them only when we read the price from Amazon in the last 24 hours. The filter only works if you replace it on schedule.
What it's certified to remove
Certification is per-contaminant: the Aquasana AQ-5300+.NF is credited only for the contaminants listed here, verified by WQA. It does not imply removal of anything not listed.
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Full specifications
| Certified by | WQA |
| NSF/ANSI standards | 42 — reduces taste, odor, and chlorine (aesthetic standard) · 53 — certified for health contaminants such as lead, VOCs, and cysts · 401 — reduces emerging contaminants such as pharmaceuticals and pesticides |
| Filter type | Under-sink filter |
| Rated capacity | 800 gallons |
| Flow rate | 0.72 gpm |
| Replacement element | AQ-5300+R |
| Installation | Mounts under the sink; connects to the cold line. Basic DIY. |
Frequently asked
Is the Aquasana AQ-5300+.NF NSF certified?
Yes — the Aquasana AQ-5300+.NF is listed in the WQA certified-product database under NSF/ANSI standards 42, 53, 401. That means an independent body verified its claims (not just "tested to" a standard).
Does the Aquasana AQ-5300+.NF remove lead?
Yes. It is certified to reduce Lead, PFAS, PFOA, PFOS, plus 8 other contaminants. Certification is per-contaminant, so it is only credited for what is on its listed claim set.
What does the Aquasana AQ-5300+.NF remove?
It is certified to reduce 12 contaminants: Asbestos, Chlorine / chloramine, Cryptosporidium, Giardia, Lead, Mercury, PFAS, PFOA, PFOS, Total Trihalomethanes, and more.
How much does the Aquasana AQ-5300+.NF cost per gallon?
About 10.5¢ per gallon, based on its rated capacity of 800 gallons and the Amazon price on October 20, 2026 at 2:01 PM ET.
How often do you replace the under-sink filter?
A under-sink filter like this is typically replaced about 2 time a year (replacement element AQ-5300+R). Replace on schedule — a spent cartridge stops reducing contaminants.
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Amazon prices as of October 20, 2026 at 2:01 PM ET; check Amazon for the current price.
Source: WQA public certification listing. Specs and certified claims are from the official listing; cost figures are our estimates. Some links are affiliate links — see our disclosure.