LifeStraw Steel Personal Water Filter

Product Description

The award-winning LifeStraw water filter technology has evolved with the addition of a 2-stage filtration system and a sleek, durable steel straw body. In addition to the hollow fiber membrane found in the original LifeStraw personal water filter, which filters out virtually all bacteria and protozoa, the LifeStraw Steel offers the additional benefits of a replaceable activated carbon capsule, which reduces chemicals such as chlorine as well as organic compounds—including pesticides and herbicides—for up to 100 liters. The result is better tasting and odor-free water, straight from the source. Removes a minimum 99.9999% of waterborne bacteria (>log 6 reduction) and surpasses EPA standards for water filters, and removes minimum 99.9% of waterborne protozoan parasites (>log 3 reduction) and filters to an amazing 0.2 microns. As with the original LifeStraw, the LifeStraw Steel requires no batteries, pumping or waiting, providing quick access to clean water on-the-go from lakes, rivers, and streams. The food-grade stainless steel housing is sturdy and meets FDA standards, and the sleek, portable design makes it ideal for camping, backpacking, and international travel. An essential component of any emergency prepardness or disaster survival kit, no home, car, or bugout bag should be without one. The filtration straw includes a steel cap for extra durability. Membrane filters up to 1,000 liters. Measures 9 x 1 x 1 inches; weighs 4.2 ounces. For each LifeStraw purchased, one child in a developing community receives safe drinking water for an entire school year

Top Reviews

LifeStraw makes good products, but this version isn't worth the considerable extra cost. (Review upd
by James C. Samans (3 out of 5 stars)
April 29, 2016

When I got my new LifeStraw Steel, I was astonished to discover in the instruction manual that, despite being encased in steel, it's actually not particularly durable. The manual makes clear that dropping it or striking it against a surface may render its filtration mechanism useless. Given the likelihood that someone will be bringing this on rigorous outdoor activity, and considering how serious a problem it is if it doesn't filter as expected, this really should have been highlighted in the sales description as a limitation.

It's also not immediately clear to someone reading the lists of features (which highlight things it CAN do) that the LifeStraw Steel CANNOT filter heavy metals such as lead out of water, nor is it reliable at purging chemical contaminants (although it does screen organic chemicals up to a point). This matters because, while some of the imagery show people drinking out of streams and such, much of the United States and indeed much of the world includes waterways contaminated by industrial runoff. The LifeStraw Steel will not protect you if you drink from an affected waterway.

When I first posted this review, replacements for the replaceable filter had not been available for more than a year. Replacement filters have since come back into stock, but the lengthy lack of availability is cause for concern, because without a way to replace the second-stage filter, the functionality of the LifeStraw Steel becomes the same as the basic version that sells for one-third of the price.

Bottom line: the LifeStraw products do what they do, and they don't do what they don't do. I prefer the basic LifeStraw over the LifeStraw Steel because the various shortcomings mean that I still need to supplement this more-expensive version of the product the same way that I'd supplement the basic version. If the LifeStraw Steel offers is worth the extra price for what you need, all well and good -- but I suggest that you also stock up on the second-stage filters, just in case they disappear again.
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Easy to use and well made
by Lance (4 out of 5 stars)
February 1, 2018

This is a well made filter. Just the right size to keep in a daypack. I would recommend a pump style for long trips. The first draw is difficult, but I put this in a coffee cup of tap water to test suction. Let it sit for a moment to saturate membranes then apply suction, it takes a moment. Once water is up into filter it took 5 easy mouthfuls to drain it. Really very easy after first draw. I would consider it more rugged than the plastic version. They do say not to dent or drop it, but you are counting on tight seals internally to ensure filtration so basic advise. Careful use should make it last for years. Emptying the water out and drying it is not in the instructions. Remove both caps and charcoal filter plug swing downward until water stops coming out, leave out to dry for day or so and seal away in daypack

I left off a star because they do not say were it is made. Designed in Switzerland, but no word on where it is made, it should never be hidden. I would improve directions and add something to enable a clip to be used to secure to a pack
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I like it and it works well
by Mr. hyde (4 out of 5 stars)
June 13, 2016

A metal filter straw that says don't dent or drop May ruin filter. I figured it was metal as a reenforcment! I like it and it works well. alrrady lost the lid twice and the bottom got knocked off a couple times. Keep this in an enclosed area or tape the ends on. I figured they would screw together. For this I give4 stars.
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LifeStraw 2.0!!!!
by ampman (5 out of 5 stars)
January 22, 2018

I have always loved the concept of the LifeStraw! Portable lightweight water filtration. The one thing I never liked about it was the lack of a carbon filter. It's severely limited the sources of water you can use LifeStraw on. I mean sure the waters bacteria-free but if it's contaminated with a chemical won't do you any good.

Not anymore the LifeStraw Steel has detachable carbon filters that you can attach to the bottom I love it beautiful! The carbon filters themselves are small you can easily carry four in your pocket.
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Try not to taste the steel tip. A good amount of work to drink out of. Much lighter than bringing yo
by J (4 out of 5 stars)
March 9, 2017

As much can be expected when buying the steel version of the straw and about the straw in general, but these are still minor drawbacks worth pointing out:
1. The tip of the straw tastes like steel when you drink from it (because it is steel). This isn't a problem if you don't rest your tongue on the steel tip.
2. You have to prime the straw by sucking pretty hard for several seconds.
3. Once it's primed you still have to suck pretty hard to actually drink from the straw. Not unreasonably so, but enough to be fairly inconvenient; you won't quench your thirst in one round of drinking, and you can't take a very long break between drinks before having to prime it again. If you're tired and thirsty, you may have to prime the straw more than once before you've had enough to drink.

Pros:
1. Much lighter than carrying water
2. Filters parasites and heavy metals
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Convenient size, shape
by Jan Childress (4 out of 5 stars)
June 10, 2019

This is a smart product for traveling and it's relatively small. Even though it's made of durable material one could compromise the integrity of the filtration system simply by dropping it. I also feel like my eyes are going to pop out of my head trying to suck through the straw and the excess water is hard to get out. The directions were plain and clear so I don't think I'm doing anything wrong. I would recommend this product if you can't take the equivalent water bottle filter because this is more convenient for someone with limited space. As long as I never drop it I feel safe drinking from the recommended list of water sources.
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Works way better than expected. Worth it.
by Greg M. (5 out of 5 stars)
July 30, 2017

Definitely a good product and worth the price.

Had water line repairs soon after purchasing, and had a chance to use it on muddy water coming from the faucets. Cleaned the water sediment out and made it completely clear and drinkable. Compared it to the standard Lifestraw, which cleaned but left an earthy flavor to the water. Easily adaptable to use a suction pump to draw water into storage containers. Definitely a keeper!
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Nice product.
by JudgeJuryExecutor (5 out of 5 stars)
January 25, 2018

Kind of hard to rate a product you've never used. I will say this, I ordered two of them for gifts. One of them appeared to be a returned item, that someone switched out with the older style LifeStraw, which I do own and have used. Had to send it back. Amazon replaced it. So make sure you're getting the correct one. Weird, I ordered two, both came in the same box. You think whoever packed it would have known they were different products. These do seem a lot more "sturdy" over the normal LifeStraw, and these have the activated carbon, which help remove pesticides and heavy metals, improving the taste as well.
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It's large.
by Leslie (5 out of 5 stars)
February 12, 2018

Luckily I haven't had to use this LifeStraw. I took it with me when traveling to a third world country just in case I had an issue with fresh water. I was a little nervous about flying with it on an airplane. The canister is quite large & metal. No problems I didn't even search my bag. Wow what a useful tool. I put it in my hurricane preparedness kit. I live in Florida.
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boyfriend loved it for xmas
by Shawna (5 out of 5 stars)
January 20, 2017

Little hard to suck water through it but I think once it gets used more it'll be fine. A lot bigger than I thought but boyfriend doesn't care.

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