RV Water Filters: What Actually Matters
RV water quality changes from stop to stop. The right filter is less about buying the most elaborate system and more about knowing what problem you are trying to solve.
Filtration is not one problem
Sediment, chlorine taste, dissolved minerals and microorganisms are different problems. A filter that improves taste may not address every health-related contaminant, and a softener is not the same thing as a purifier.
Flow rate matters in an RV
Very fine filtration can reduce water flow. That trade-off is more noticeable in an RV, where pressure may already vary by campground. Compare replacement intervals and expected flow, not only micron ratings.
Think in annual filter cost
A cheaper housing with frequent cartridge changes can cost more over a season than a higher-priced system with longer service intervals. Calculate annual replacement cost using your real travel months and water use.