Brita Opti-Max Dispenser

by Brita

Product Features

• Filtered, water dispenser; makes tap water taste great
• Reduces chlorine and lead; softens water; economical alternative to bottled water
• Rectangular shape; fits easily on refrigerator shelves and countertops
• Convenient, 1-touch dispensing
• Water capacity over 1 gallon; ideal size for families

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 13.7 x 9.1 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000067DW2
• Item model number: 269166
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #119,540 in Kitchen & Dining (See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars We've used one for over 20 years, still works fine!, September 29, 2010

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Bekind Rewind "JoeBlob" (Oregon) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Brita Opti-Max Dispenser (Kitchen)

I was disappointed to only see one review for the Optimax here, because we've used ours for over 20 years. Not only has that been for every single glass of drinking water we've drunk (we bought it originally because our tap water was horrible), but also for our dogs, which over the years has numbered (let's see... lemme count 'em...) Eleven! All of whom lived longer than ten years each!

A lot of the convenience is due to our placing it alongside the sink, which has a hose attachment. We fill it two or three times a day, and change the filter once a month. The trick to keeping it clean is to add a half-cup of bleach to the last batch before changing filters. Empty it entirely and wash it out with cold water and dish detergent, pop in the filter and you're set for another month.

The only reason we were looking for another one is as a backup, in case something should happen to ours. As it is, it has no cracks, leaks or any other defect. How's that for an endorsement?

3 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Hard to clean. Should be called brittle filter., October 24, 2008

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Gabor Takacs - See all my reviews
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Tried to clean it before first use, and I was unable to remove reservoir without breaking it. Manual does not tell you how to accomplish this feat. Very disappointing.