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Aquasana AQ-5300+ Max Flow under-sink water filter system

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Aquasana AQ-5300+ Max Flow Under-Sink

6.9 /10 CheckPFAS Score
$149
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PFAS Removal95%
Price$149
CheckPFAS Score6.9 / 10
Score breakdown
PFAS removal · 60%6.7 / 10
NSF certification · 25%6.0 / 10
5-year cost · 10%10.0 / 10
Install effort · 5%7.0 / 10

See the scoring rubric for how each weight is computed.

Certifications

NSF 53 NSF 401

Our Take

The Aquasana AQ-5300+ is a strong all-around performer. Its proprietary Claryum filtration combines activated carbon, catalytic carbon, and ion exchange to remove 77 contaminants. While its 95% PFAS removal trails dedicated PFAS filters, it excels at broad-spectrum water quality improvement including lead, chlorine, herbicides, and pharmaceuticals.

Pros

  • + High flow rate maintains water pressure
  • + 3-stage Claryum filtration technology
  • + Removes 77 contaminants including lead and chlorine

Cons

  • PFAS removal rate lower than Clearly Filtered
  • Filter housing can be bulky under some sinks

Best For

Families who want multi-contaminant protection with good PFAS reduction at a fair price

Filter Technology

Carbon Block Under-Sink

Recommended For Risk Levels

MODERATE LOW

Aquasana AQ-5300+ Max Flow Under-Sink

95% removal · $149 · NSF 53 · NSF 401

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