Waterdrop WD-PT-04C
A NSF-certified pitcher filter that is certified to reduce 1 contaminant.
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You want the cheapest way to start, with no installation — ideal for renters and small households.
Certified for taste, odor, and chlorine (an aesthetic filter).
This is an aesthetic-standard filter (NSF 42) — it improves taste and reduces chlorine, but is not certified for health contaminants like lead or PFAS.
What is filter pitcher? A fill-and-pour jug with a replaceable carbon cartridge. The cheapest way to start — but certification varies enormously. Compare all filter types →
What it costs to own
| Upfront price | $24.99 |
| Replacement filter (WD-PF-01A Plus) | $39.99 for 4 Buy refill → |
| Estimated yearly cost (filters, ~6×/yr) | ~$60/yr |
| True cost per gallon | — |
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 Waterdrop WD-PT-04C is credited only for the contaminants listed here, verified by NSF. It does not imply removal of anything not listed.
✓ Verify this certification on the official NSF listing →
Full specifications
| Certified by | NSF |
| NSF/ANSI standards | 42 — reduces taste, odor, and chlorine (aesthetic standard) |
| Filter type | Filter pitcher |
| Rated capacity | 200 gallons |
| Flow rate | N/A gpm |
| Replacement element | WD-PF-01A Plus |
| Installation | Fill and pour. No installation. |
Frequently asked
Is the Waterdrop WD-PT-04C NSF certified?
Yes — the Waterdrop WD-PT-04C is listed in the NSF certified-product database under NSF/ANSI standard 42. That means an independent body verified its claims (not just "tested to" a standard).
What does the Waterdrop WD-PT-04C remove?
It is certified to reduce 1 contaminants: Chlorine / chloramine.
How often do you replace the pitcher filter?
A pitcher filter like this is typically replaced about 6 times a year (replacement element WD-PF-01A Plus). Replace on schedule — a spent cartridge stops reducing contaminants.
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Source: NSF 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.