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Aquasana Filtered Shower Head - Max Flow Rate w/ Adjustable Showerhead - Reduces Over 90% of Chlorine from Hard Water - Carbon & KDF Filtration Media - Soften Skin & Hair - AQ-4100
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Brand | Aquasana |
Style | Shower Head Filter |
Shape | Round |
Material | Plastic, Metal |
Finish Type | White |
About this item
- Maximum Filtration & Water Pressure (2.5 GPM Flow Rate) – Constructed with a unique up flow design which maintains water pressure, prevents clogging, and increases contact time with media.
- Premium Carbon Filtration - Filter your shower water with coconut shell carbon and copper-zinc media that is independently tested to NSF/ANSI Standard 177 to reduce more than 90% of chlorine.
- Healthier Skin, Hair & Air - Reduced harmful chemicals means more moisturized skin, healthy shiny hair, and less chlorine in your shower steam
- Long Lasting & Cost Efficient Filtration - Our filters are some of the longest lasting on the market. Keep your water fresh for 6 months or 10, 000 Gallons and for as little as 25 cents a day
- Simple DIY Installation & Filter Replacement - Easily install showerhead in 4 simple steps. Compatible with standard ½” shower arms. After installation run water for several minutes to flush carbon fines until water is clear. For optimal filtration, remove and replace filters every 6 months.
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Product details
- Is Discontinued By Manufacturer : No
- Product Dimensions : 8.5 x 7.25 x 3.2 inches; 2.3 Pounds
- Manufacturer recommended age : 6 months and up
- Item model number : AQ-4100
- Date First Available : May 27, 2004
- Manufacturer : Aquasana
- ASIN : B0016BS9T6
- Country of Origin : USA
- Best Sellers Rank: #3,168 in Tools & Home Improvement (See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement)
- #22 in Showerhead Filters
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Product Description
Get softer skin, shinier hair and cleaner air. The Aquasana Shower Filter reduces more than 90% of the chlorine in your shower water that can cause dry, itchy skin and brittle, lifeless hair. Chlorine can strip your skin and hair of their natural protective oils. Showering in Aquasana filtered water restores your body's natural protective oils for noticeably healthier hair and skin. Additionally, chlorine can evaporate in steam, contaminating the air. The Aquasana Shower Filter instantly improves your air quality by filtering the water in your shower, providing you with a healthier shower experience.
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Indications
Shower filter for softer skin and hair. Adjustable shower head.
Ingredients
Comes with 1 AQ-4100 Pure Shower System with adjustable shower head.
Top Brand: Aquasana
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Shower Filter Installation Pro Tips
Installation Tips
Apply plumbers tape to threads.
Hand tighten only - do not over tighten the filtering shower head.
Replace Filter Every 6 Months
For best performance change the shower filter cartridge every 6 months. Use only Aquasana shower filter replacements. Untested replacements may not remove contaminants.
Checking Total Dissolved Solids
Testing your water for TDS does not indicate better water quality.
This shower head water filter will not reduce TDS.
AQ-4100 | AQ-CWM2-B | AQ-5300+ | AQ-SFRO-BN | EQ-600 | |
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Capacity | 10,000 Gallons | 300 Gallons | 800 Gallons | 365 Gallons | 600,000 Gallons |
Chlorine Reduction | 90% | 97% | 97% | 96% | 97% |
Filter Life | 6 Months | 6 Months | 6 Months | Varies | 6 Years |
Installation | Shower | No Installation | Under Sink | Under Sink | Whole House |
Replacement | AQ-4125 | AQ-CWM2-R | AQ-5300+R | AQ-SFRO-S1S3, AQ-SFRO-S2, AQ-SFRO-REMIN | EQ-600R |
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Customers find the shower filter effective and providing good value for money. It helps soften their skin and hair, making it easier to maintain. They find it easy to install and appreciate the pleasant smell. However, some customers have issues with leakage. Opinions vary on water quality and pressure.
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Customers appreciate the shower filter's quality. They say it works well, is effective, and does its job effectively. Some mention that their hair was soft and tangle-free after using it. The multi-stage filtration process is also appreciated.
"...The Good: +Works very well. +Price-point is good. +Does NOT leak so long as it's installed properly (just needs to be tightened)...." Read more
"...But so far it works great. The head has a good pattern to it and is variably adjustable from "spray" to "massage"...." Read more
"I was happy to have an effective water filter with a hand-held shower--even though the spray settings were not as good as I'd hoped...." Read more
"...They both use great multi-stage filtration, but the real work horse in both is the KDF-55...." Read more
Customers appreciate the showerhead's value for money. They find it well-built, with a filtration system that works well. The unit is easy to install and lasts for 6 months. It protects hair from breakage and tangling, and is fun to use.
"...The Good: +Works very well. +Price-point is good. +Does NOT leak so long as it's installed properly (just needs to be tightened)...." Read more
"...Don’t be alarmed by the black staining of your tub. It’s very temporary grab a rag wipe it down comes right off. It won’t stain your skin...." Read more
"...Very sad it’s SO expensive for less than 2 months while being advertised as 6 months!..." Read more
"...With 2 filters (6+ months). $40 total! Replacement filters really inexpensive compared to Aquasana. Available at Amazon...." Read more
Customers appreciate the showerhead's ability to improve skin and hair health. They find it feels nice to know that the water is being filtered, and they no longer have dry or itchy skin. The comfortable water flow and improvement in skin and hair health are also mentioned.
"...The product does work the first 2 months as My hair immediately looks softer, detangled and the shedding stops a lot but after 2 months I can feel..." Read more
"...Now the water has a sweet, mild flavor. I'm no biologist, but I think that's an improvement...." Read more
"...This shower head is saving my hair and skin. My hair is even improved in just two nights! Don’t be alarmed by the black staining of your tub...." Read more
"...Although it does not eliminate the problem, I now more comfortable walking around the street and spend less time on looking at my head and shoulder...." Read more
Customers find the showerhead easy to install. They say the instructions are thorough and easy to follow. The showerhead feels solid and well-built, attaching easily. Customers appreciate the thorough instructions and their hair becoming softer and manageable after using the product.
"...The unit is so easy to setup, it almost installs itself. The $104 installation charge is a total chicanery, please don't pay that, anyone... EVER...." Read more
"...Installation: Installation is looked to be easy but actually it is not. I saw some reviews complaining about leaking of water...." Read more
"...but the Aquabliss smells better TO ME, it comes down to cost, ease of installation, and flexibility of shower heads...." Read more
"...The showerhead is generally easy to install without the need for professional help. I can set it up in a few minutes with basic tools...." Read more
Customers appreciate the product's scent. It eliminates chlorine odors and fumes, allowing them to breathe easier. Some reviewers also mention it removes other chemicals from their hair.
"...and the materials are both top notch, but the Aquabliss smells better TO ME, it comes down to cost, ease of installation, and flexibility of..." Read more
"...though I have not showered with it yet, I noticed that the water smelt "clean & healthy"...." Read more
"...My shower smells better and is cleaner. There are a lot of benefits to using a shower filter and I highly recommend it to others...." Read more
"...The water felt amazing, smelled amazing, and most importantly my skin didn't itch one bit!..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the showerhead's water quality. Some find it worthwhile to shower with clean water and have a handheld shower wand. It makes a great difference in the water quality coming from the shower faucet, making shampoo lather good and rinse off clean. Others mention that it sprays water all over everywhere, making their bathtub dirty.
"...What it does is remove the vast majority (Aquasana cites 90%) of chlorine and other compounds you would rather not have on your skin or hair...." Read more
"...is understandable due to it's size of the filter and water going through a long hose." Read more
"...Concerning the quality of the water, which is probably the main reason for purchase, I can only state my experience based on viewable and..." Read more
"...spray settings, including options like a gentle rain, massage, or full-body spray, offer a customizable shower experience to suit different..." Read more
Customers have different views on the water pressure of the showerhead. Some find it good, with a high volume of water flow and impressive flow rate. Others report that the pressure decreases after a short period of use, leaving soap and shampoo behind in the shower.
"...value over time what I dislike is that although I appreciate the water pressure, I feel that the flow rate is slightly reduced compared to..." Read more
"...After around the 5th month, I notice a dramatic decrease in water pressure and brown water spewing out for some seconds every time the shower is..." Read more
"...you adjust them to the spray setting, but this one maintains a good high volume of water flow!..." Read more
"...Mine worked great.... even without plumbers tape. Water pressure is great for a 1.7 gal shower head ." Read more
Customers are unhappy with the showerhead's leakage. They mention it leaks a lot, has a minor drip where the filter attaches, and pours black carbon water out.
"...wrench to tighten this connection well past finger tight, it continued to leak, so I installed the old hose from the wand I was removing...." Read more
"...Bought it and it leaked so bad but before I returned it I saw the videos which recommended "1/2'' NPT Male to 1/2'' NPT Female Pipe Fitting Adapter,..." Read more
"...Therefore I never got a tight seal and the filter leaked where it connected to the shower arm...." Read more
"...The Good: +Works very well. +Price-point is good. +Does NOT leak so long as it's installed properly (just needs to be tightened)...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2022Size: Max Flow (2.5 GPM)Style: Shower Head FilterVerified PurchaseUPDATE** Ok so its been HARDLY 2 months and my hair came back to being super dry and tangled like a whole big dreadlock, the filter lost ALL its properties in less than 2 months!! And my household is JUST MY HUSBAND AND ME, and we only take 5 minutes to shower! So what about bigger households with kids or more than 2 people?? I went back to spending 30 minuts or more detangling and my hair started to fall off again like crazy, I can see the efect on the filter is gone so I am sad it doesnt last what it promises it's supposed to last which is 6 months! So are we supposed to buy this every 2 months? If it was cheaper I would think about it but it is NOT. So sad because I really loved it and took the time to write the most large review I have written in my whole life.
*** I just bought my 3rd replacement for this filter and I can say with all honesty all of them (the same replacement, this is the 3rd one already) lasted hardly 2 months, in less than two months my hair comes back to dreadlocks and breaks with white spots on the ends. Very sad it’s SO expensive for less than 2 months while being advertised as 6 months! The product does work the first 2 months as My hair immediately looks softer, detangled and the shedding stops a lot but after 2 months I can feel the hard water again and I don’t have a particularly hard water just the regular one in Chicago. And I repeat: it’s just me and my husband taking showers of 5 minutes each! If we had a bigger family or took longer showers we would be basically had filter for only 1 month. Very disappointed on the product they should make it WAY MORE AFFORDABLE SINCE IT DOESNT LAST EVEN HALF OF THE TIME FRAME THEY SAY.
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OK so I have been waiting since I bought this filter to write my honest review and I want to be VERY HONEST AND SPECIFIC/DETAILED ABOUT IT:
• I come from a city outside USA where we had nearly the best tap water there is, in my native country we have very large hair and until then I have never heard about hard water nor had any issue with it drying my skin and hair.
• So that being said, since I moved to USA my hair (naturally very abundant and voluminous) started to fall off on bunches!! it was SCARY and within months I had 8x times less than what I had before, I tried every treatment, oils etc etc thinking that maybe I hadn't had the nutrients I needed on my scalp, but it never stoped and got worst, for the first time I had DANDRUFF in a very thick layer AND THE WORST started to happen, my hair started to TANGLE together in a big ball of dreadlocks like a rastafarian, it was sooo dry and it didnt matter how much conditioner, treatments I put on it, or how much I combed it, when I did it just broke off and on the next day it would be all tangled again.
• SO THEN I started reading it was maybe because of the water, I realized it had never happened to me before and it maybe had something to do with it, so I bought TWO different filters from other brands and the 5 first showers I noticed a slight improvement but after that, my hair got worst like I was putting new harmful chemicals in addition on the ones that my hard water already had!
Those two filters I bought on amazon, the first one was by a brand cold MXBOLD and the other one was AQUABLISS, I am not going to say those are bad, but they definatelly didnt work for me and my specific hard water, the Aquabliss was the one that got my problem worst and I was afraid I was going to get bold on that rithm of sheding, I even saw some white hard residues starting to form over the shower head that later I read it was because of the calcium/hard water plus the filter elements they put inside and I tought this might be forming on my head as well.
• So then, I decided to buy this AQUASANA filter which I was doubting so much because of the price, but I am here to say that it was my best decision ever, from the very first shower my hair stoped shedding as it was doing before, like I used to shed more than 200 hairs on each shower and bunch of them each day, but with this filter it stopped! My scalp doesnt itch as much and MY HAIR STOPPED TANGLING LIKE RASTAS! That one for me was the most clear signal that the filter was working, my hair still tangles more than it does on my native country which has the best water but hey, at least it looks way more healthy and shiny that it has been since I came to USA, now people compliments me on my hair (something that didnt happen before) and I do feel better about it now for alllll the reasons I have wrote here.
So if you are a woman or a man that like me is looking desperately for a GOOD filter that actually works because of your hair shedding to an extreme, I suggest trying this one (also taking biotin pills and taking a look at some vitamins you might be lacking, like iron for example: lack of iron makes the hair fall)
- Reviewed in the United States on October 7, 2024Size: Max Flow (2.5 GPM)Style: Shower Head FilterVerified PurchaseThe scientific consensus is clear, hard water is not good for you. This Aquasana filter is good for you! That said, this filter does NOT spout water as pure as the day the Earth first formed. What it does is remove the vast majority (Aquasana cites 90%) of chlorine and other compounds you would rather not have on your skin or hair. You can truly feel the difference. I am positive there are other filtration systems that will remove more, but I also imagine for the vast majority of us this is exactly what we need.
The Good:
+Works very well.
+Price-point is good.
+Does NOT leak so long as it's installed properly (just needs to be tightened).
+MADE IN THE USA
The Okay:
=Filter does not last 6-months. Closer to 4-months if about 2 people are using it daily.
This is a wonderful little filtration system that is affordable and works well. If you have sensitive skin you absolutely should invest in this. Even if you do not have particularly sensitive skin, this really helps keep your skin and hair clean from chemicals. With regards to leaking, there really is no problem -- just like all shower heads it needs to be properly inserted and tightened -- all straightforward. The filter does need to be replaced about every 4 months rather than 6, but the benefits are absolutely worth it.
Bottom Line: if you want a better and more pleasant shower experience then this investment is 100% worth it.
- Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2017Size: Max Flow (2.5 GPM)Style: Handheld Shower Head Filter (White)Verified PurchaseI bought the Aquasana Filter set that included the wand (not chrome set). For starters, I only purchased this filter six months ago and already the price has jumped $20. The replacement filter now costs the amount I paid for the whole set. I know manufacturing costs go up, Russian hackers scare Wall Street and threat of alien invasions all lead to higher prices, but that's a 40% spike in 6 months. Seems a little excessive to me, but maybe the CEO needed to pay for his new yacht, know knows?
The unit is so easy to setup, it almost installs itself. The $104 installation charge is a total chicanery, please don't pay that, anyone... EVER. I'll come to your house and install it if you need me to. The only tool you will need is a wrench or plyers and you may not even need those. Unscrew your current shower head from the pipe and screw on the main section of the filter (minus the wand and head). I was able to finger tighten the filter collar screw onto the pipe without any seal leakage. Run the water through the filter until until the the water turns clear (it will be black at first as it cylces out the carbon). Next, tightened the wand collar onto the outlet spicket on the filter. And that's it, good to go.
I was expecting the whole unit to be constructed out of cheap plastic, but in fact it seems to be pretty durable. Although the chrome ring on the head is not metal, but cheap "chrome" plastic. The clamp that holds the wand is tight and holds the wand securely. I've had other shower heads with wands that constantly bent forward, even after tightening the collar, which is why I was hesitant to purchase this version with the wand. But so far it works great. The head has a good pattern to it and is variably adjustable from "spray" to "massage". I've used some with preset patterns, so this is a welcome feature. The hose length is good enough to wash the dog in the bath, but not so cumbersome it gets in the way. One caveat with the hose is that it's somewhat stiff and won't relax after use. In the photo, you can see how it protrudes out some. One feature that benefits me is that the wand provides a few extra inches to the shower head height. Being 6'4", not being sprayed in the face by the shower head is a nice bonus, plus you don't have to worry about throwing out you back as you contort to wash your hair. The perils of height, sad indeed. I do not remove the wand often, so I cannot speak to the durability of the joint holding the wand, but it appears sturdy.
Concerning the quality of the water, which is probably the main reason for purchase, I can only state my experience based on viewable and perceivable results. For starters, the taste of the water dramatically improved. It's city water that I use and before installing this shower head, it had a chocolatetly bitter start with metallic undertones and a chlorine finish. Now the water has a sweet, mild flavor. I'm no biologist, but I think that's an improvement. Granted, I suppose most people aren't bottleing water in the shower and selling it, but I think the taste should in some way speak to its quality. Another thing I noticed is that the white (and other color) build up that used to grace the shower walls is now gone. Also gone, is the black crud that grew on the bottom of the shower curtain. Here again, I haven't pulled out the micron microscope or fired up the spectrometer, but I think that means something has changed, for the good??? Maybe if you're trying to grow live cultures in your shower, you'd find this news disappointing. And for my final observance, The Female Test. Several women in the household have commented on their hair being being better in regards to "split ends", "more body" and several other words and phrases that are foreign to me. The consensus is that their hair feels better after the install of this water filter. My hair feels like... hair, honestly. Split ends sound painful, so I hope I never have to deal with that.
Another feature that needs to be mentioned, is that if you purchase the wand, then do not like the function of it, you can mount a shower head directly onto the filter spicket. In fact, you could just use your old head, as it's the same thread pattern. Concerning the pricing and sets available, if I was currently buying one, I'd go with the chrome package. For a few dollars more, you get a metal hose that should last longer and "drape" better in the shower. Look at my photo to see how the rubber hose rests.
So, I don't have any fancy chemistry sets to check the ratio of parasites to particles. I didn't break apart the filter to see what's inside, it could be sand for all I know. And I didn't consult the EPA for a side by side analysis of my water before and after. I just know that there's a difference from before and after. Was it worth $52 (my cost)? At the time, yes. Will I continue to shell out $100 a year to replace the filters, maybe. I plan to soon buy a house with well water and I'll see how that goes.
One less star for the $20 price increase in less than 6 months.
Happy showering.
4.0 out of 5 stars Great product, greedy company?I bought the Aquasana Filter set that included the wand (not chrome set). For starters, I only purchased this filter six months ago and already the price has jumped $20. The replacement filter now costs the amount I paid for the whole set. I know manufacturing costs go up, Russian hackers scare Wall Street and threat of alien invasions all lead to higher prices, but that's a 40% spike in 6 months. Seems a little excessive to me, but maybe the CEO needed to pay for his new yacht, know knows?
Reviewed in the United States on February 4, 2017
The unit is so easy to setup, it almost installs itself. The $104 installation charge is a total chicanery, please don't pay that, anyone... EVER. I'll come to your house and install it if you need me to. The only tool you will need is a wrench or plyers and you may not even need those. Unscrew your current shower head from the pipe and screw on the main section of the filter (minus the wand and head). I was able to finger tighten the filter collar screw onto the pipe without any seal leakage. Run the water through the filter until until the the water turns clear (it will be black at first as it cylces out the carbon). Next, tightened the wand collar onto the outlet spicket on the filter. And that's it, good to go.
I was expecting the whole unit to be constructed out of cheap plastic, but in fact it seems to be pretty durable. Although the chrome ring on the head is not metal, but cheap "chrome" plastic. The clamp that holds the wand is tight and holds the wand securely. I've had other shower heads with wands that constantly bent forward, even after tightening the collar, which is why I was hesitant to purchase this version with the wand. But so far it works great. The head has a good pattern to it and is variably adjustable from "spray" to "massage". I've used some with preset patterns, so this is a welcome feature. The hose length is good enough to wash the dog in the bath, but not so cumbersome it gets in the way. One caveat with the hose is that it's somewhat stiff and won't relax after use. In the photo, you can see how it protrudes out some. One feature that benefits me is that the wand provides a few extra inches to the shower head height. Being 6'4", not being sprayed in the face by the shower head is a nice bonus, plus you don't have to worry about throwing out you back as you contort to wash your hair. The perils of height, sad indeed. I do not remove the wand often, so I cannot speak to the durability of the joint holding the wand, but it appears sturdy.
Concerning the quality of the water, which is probably the main reason for purchase, I can only state my experience based on viewable and perceivable results. For starters, the taste of the water dramatically improved. It's city water that I use and before installing this shower head, it had a chocolatetly bitter start with metallic undertones and a chlorine finish. Now the water has a sweet, mild flavor. I'm no biologist, but I think that's an improvement. Granted, I suppose most people aren't bottleing water in the shower and selling it, but I think the taste should in some way speak to its quality. Another thing I noticed is that the white (and other color) build up that used to grace the shower walls is now gone. Also gone, is the black crud that grew on the bottom of the shower curtain. Here again, I haven't pulled out the micron microscope or fired up the spectrometer, but I think that means something has changed, for the good??? Maybe if you're trying to grow live cultures in your shower, you'd find this news disappointing. And for my final observance, The Female Test. Several women in the household have commented on their hair being being better in regards to "split ends", "more body" and several other words and phrases that are foreign to me. The consensus is that their hair feels better after the install of this water filter. My hair feels like... hair, honestly. Split ends sound painful, so I hope I never have to deal with that.
Another feature that needs to be mentioned, is that if you purchase the wand, then do not like the function of it, you can mount a shower head directly onto the filter spicket. In fact, you could just use your old head, as it's the same thread pattern. Concerning the pricing and sets available, if I was currently buying one, I'd go with the chrome package. For a few dollars more, you get a metal hose that should last longer and "drape" better in the shower. Look at my photo to see how the rubber hose rests.
So, I don't have any fancy chemistry sets to check the ratio of parasites to particles. I didn't break apart the filter to see what's inside, it could be sand for all I know. And I didn't consult the EPA for a side by side analysis of my water before and after. I just know that there's a difference from before and after. Was it worth $52 (my cost)? At the time, yes. Will I continue to shell out $100 a year to replace the filters, maybe. I plan to soon buy a house with well water and I'll see how that goes.
One less star for the $20 price increase in less than 6 months.
Happy showering.
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