This isn't your average water filter pitcher - the LifeStraw Home actually removes bacteria and parasites, which most other pitchers don't. It uses two filters: a membrane microfilter that gets rid of bacteria, parasites, and microplastics (this one lasts about a year or 264 gallons), and an activated carbon + ion exchange filter that reduces lead, mercury, PFAS 'forever chemicals,' chlorine, and other contaminants (this one lasts 2 months or 40 gallons). The pitcher holds 7 cups of water and is made from durable BPA-free plastic with an easy-fill lid. It keeps the good minerals like magnesium and potassium while removing the bad stuff, so your water tastes clean and fresh without that flat filtered taste. You'll save money and reduce plastic waste by not buying bottled water. Plus, every LifeStraw product you purchase provides safe drinking water for a school child in need for an entire year - so you're doing good while taking care of your own family. It's seriously the most comprehensive water filtration you can get in a pitcher form, giving you peace of mind about what you're drinking.