Brita 42556 Grand 80-Ounce Water Filtration Pitcher, White

• Large 80-ounce pitcher turns tap water into healthier, great-tasting drinking water
• Reduces 98 percent of lead, benzene, mercury, copper, and chlorine (taste and odor)
• Filter indicator relays when it's time to replace the filter; includes 1 filter
• Soft-grip handle for comfort and flip-top lid for easy filling; wash by hand
• Measures 6 by 3-1/2 by 10-4/5 inches; 10-year limited warranty

This review is from: Brita 42556 Grand 80-Ounce Water Filtration Pitcher, White (Kitchen)

I was a victim of the Brita "Drink Responsibly" advertising campaign (summer 2008) and I bought the pitcher before I read the reviews here. Reading these (1 star) reviews allowed me to look for the problems described and I have not experienced them. I did not note a leaky top, although this may have been because I was being careful thanks to K.M. aka Squishy's review. I was more concerned about the spout cover problem which I read in a couple of reviews, but I discovered (no pun intended)that the spout cover "floats," that is if you just pour the pitcher the cover lifts and water comes out. Mine did not leak. (this may be a redesign since the old reviews). I was perfectly able to pour water with one had into a glass sitting on the counter (didn't have to hold the glass either) with no leaks.

Amazon defines 4-stars as "I like it" which I do. It ain't a cure for cancer. It's a water pitcher and mine seems to work fine. 

This review is from: Brita 42556 Grand 80-Ounce Water Filtration Pitcher, White (Kitchen)

I love this pitcher. I chose the grand because it was one of the largest pitchers I could find. I prefer the pitcher to the Ultramax dispenser because it's easier to refill. After I poor a glass of water, I just immediately fill it up. A previous reviewer said it's easy to spill the water out the top because you have to wait for it to filter. All the pitchers I use don't instantly get all the water through the filter. It takes a little bit of time. If you're being heavy handed with it, then you'll spill. If you just lift and place in the fridge, you'll be fine. I like the digital tracker as well. I'm forgetful and until my water tastes terrible, I won't realize I need to change the filter. I've saved so much on water bottles and only need to buy a replacement every three months for about $14.00.

I highly recommend this filter.