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Big Berkey Water Filter
Big Berkey Water Filter
- Great for 1-4 People
- Comes Standard with 2 Black Berkeys at $367 (Approx 6000 Gallons = 5¢ per Gallon!)
- Includes Primerite Kit, Anti-airlock clip, and Red Food Dye for testing
- Storage Capacity: 2.25 gallons (12.3 liters)
- Height: 19.25" ; Diameter: 8.5
- Max Filter Capacity: 4 Black Berkeys (upper) + 4 PF-2 Fluoride Filters (lower)
- Exclusive BigBerkeyWaterFilters.com Lifetime Warranty (Hardware and Stainless Chambers)
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Big Berkey Water Filter
Big Berkey Water Filter
For families of 1–4 people
Filters up to 7 gallons per hour • 6,000 gallons per set of 2 filters
Why Families Choose Big Berkey
The 2.25-gallon Big Berkey transforms tap water into delicious drinking water—perfect for your kitchen, office, or anywhere you need clean water. A top-selling model for over 2 decades, trusted by families worldwide.
Removes 200+ Contaminants
Removes PFAS, lead, chlorine, mercury, arsenic, VOCs, pesticides, and hundreds more—while keeping healthy minerals your body needs.
Perfect for Families of 1-4
2.25-gallon capacity provides plenty of filtered water for drinking, cooking, and beverages. Compact 8.5" diameter fits on any countertop.
Fast, Powerful Filtration
Filter up to 3.5 gallons per hour with 2 filters (7 GPH with 4 filters). Each Black Berkey filter lasts up to 6,000 gallons—years of clean water.
Works Anywhere
No electricity or water pressure needed. Perfect for everyday use, emergencies, off-grid living, or travel. Gravity does the work.
Saves Thousands vs Bottled Water
Just pennies per gallon. Stop buying plastic bottles and enjoy unlimited clean water for less than $0.02 per gallon.
Built to Last a Lifetime
Constructed from 304 stainless steel. Backed by our exclusive lifetime warranty on hardware purchased through this website.
What Black Berkey Filters Remove
Black Berkey Elements remove over 200 contaminants at industry-leading reduction rates
When fitted with authentic Black Berkey elements, this system is so powerful it can remove food coloring from water without removing the beneficial minerals your body needs. Virtually no other system can duplicate this performance.
How the Big Berkey Water Filter Works
The Big Berkey Water Filter system is constructed of highly polished 304 stainless steel and comes complete with 2 Black Berkey filtration elements (expandable to 4), 2 chambers (upper and lower), a lid, a nylon spigot (can be upgraded to a stainless steel spigot, sight glass spigot, or stainless waterview spigot), a rubber gasket base, and 2 blocking plugs. The system also includes a Primerite Kit, an anti-airlock clip, and red food dye for testing.
The Big Berkey Water Filter can treat any water source—well water, tap water, or untreated water in regions where water quality may be questionable. It's perfect for everyday home kitchen use, outdoor activities, and essential for providing drinking water where electricity or water pressure may not be available.
If you're concerned about arsenic and/or fluoride in your drinking water, you can install a set of 2 Berkey PF-2 Fluoride and Arsenic filters into the lower chamber as an optional add-on.
Flow Rate & Fluoride Removal
Max Filtration Flow Rate:
- With 2 Black Berkey Elements: Up to 3.5 gallons per hour
- With 4 Black Berkey Elements: Up to 7 gallons per hour
Fluoride Removal: Up to 4 PF-2 fluoride and arsenic reduction filters may be installed in the lower chamber if desired. With the optional PF-2 filters, you're no longer at the mercy of town water fluoridation practices.
Which Berkey System Should I Choose?
Compare capacity, dimensions, and flow rates to find the perfect size for your household
| Feature | Travel Berkey | Big Berkey | Royal Berkey |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 1.5 gallons | 2.25 gallons | 3.25 gallons |
| Serves | 1-3 people | 1-4 people | 2-6 people |
| Height | 18" | 21" | 23" |
| Diameter | 7.5" | 8.5" | 9.5" |
| Max Flow Rate (4 filters) | 4 GPH | 7 GPH | 8 GPH |
The smaller Travel Berkey has a smaller footprint and takes up less counter space, making it ideal if you have space constraints. The larger Royal Berkey is suitable for larger families. The choice ultimately depends on your household size and daily water needs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Big Berkey remove Chromium 6 from the water?
Yes, the Black Berkey filters remove Chromium 6 from water at levels greater than 99.8%.
Does the Fluoride filter come with the Big Berkey?
No, the PF-2 fluoride filter is an optional add-on. Many customers don't have fluoride in their water and don't require this filter.
How do you clean the Black Berkey filters?
When filters slow down, re-prime them to push out contaminants. Then gently scrub with a scotch brite pad under running water. Rinse thoroughly and re-prime before reinstalling. Avoid scrubbing too vigorously to prevent pore damage.
Need help assembling your Big Berkey? View our step-by-step assembly instructions →
✓ Free UPS/FedEx/USPS Shipping to the lower 48 states.
** Does not ship to California or Iowa.
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