Sawyer Products SP129 PointOne Water Filtration System with 32-Ounce Squeezable Pouch

Product Description

Ideal for hiking, camping, hunting, fishing, emergency prep, or traveling abroad, Sawyer's Squeeze Water Filter ensures access to clean water in the backcountry or anywhere in the world. Rated to 0.1 micron absolute filtration, the Squeeze Filter removes 99.99999% of all bacteria such as salmonella, cholera, leptospirosis, and e. Coli, and removes 99. 9999% of all protozoa such as giardia and cryptosporidium (independent testing laboratory Hydration, LLC.; microbiological report S05-03). The Squeeze Filter also filters out 100% of microplastics. To use, simply fill up the reusable pouch (included on most models) at any water source, screw the filter onto the pouch, and drink directly from the filter or squeeze water into a water bottle. The Squeeze Filter is backed by a manufacturer's limited lifetime warranty. Sawyer individually tests each and every Squeeze Filter three times to performance standards before packaging. The Squeeze Filter comes in a range of models to fit your needs. The SP129 Personal System comes with two 32-ounce, BPA-free water pouches, while the SP131 Personal comes with three BPA-free water pouches (two 32-ounce, one 16-ounce) for more versatile water storage. The SP137 Hydration Kit includes inline adapters for hydration pack bladders (sold separately), plus one 16-ounce pouch and a straw for drinking directly from the source. Great for emergencies, backcountry treks with a large group, or overseas mission trips, the All-in-One System is fully loaded with a 32-ounce pouch, faucet adapter, and adapters for attaching the filter to a 5-gallon bucket (sold separately). The SP181 can create clean, filtered water for a group that can yield up to 540 gallons of clean water per day from any freshwater source. Ideal for boil alerts and emergency preparedness kits, the SP182 Faucet Adapter Kit is paired with a faucet adapter that easily connects to almost any household or outdoor faucet worldwide (pouch not included). Since 1984, Sawyer Products has offered the best, most technologically advanced solutions for protection against sun, bugs, water, and injuries — everything from first aid kits developed for wilderness to point-of-use water filters that filter contaminated water to levels cleaner than U.S. bottled water.

Features

• Lightweight, easy to use portable water filter removes harmful bacteria, protozoa, cysts, sediment, And 100% of microplastics; Perfect for outdoor adventures, travel, or emergency preparedness
• High-Performance 0.1 micron absolute inline filter fits in the palm of your hand and weighs just 2 ounces
• 100% of squeeze units individually tested three times to performance standards by sawyer
• Removable cap; Filter water straight Into mouth or bottle from included pouch; Also fits standard water bottles with 28 mm threads; Use in gravity system
• Includes two reusable 32-Oz, BPA-Free collapsible pouches that roll up tightly for easy packing, drinking straw, one set of Sawyer inline hydration pack adapters for filter, and mesh storage bag

Top Reviews

BETTER than MINI
by Ryan S B (5 out of 5 stars)
November 24, 2017

I used this for the first time on a PCT thru hike. Its simple and effective. I never got sick.....at least not from the water.. I think.. anyways Its not always necessary to filter water, honestly some of the the water i drank on the PCT was delicious pure spring never been messed with by man crystal clear ice cold deliciousness that didnt need filtering. But some of it was disgusting dead animals rotting in stagnant cistern vileness. This is when youll be glad you had your sawyer. I started with the MInI sawyer, dont bother, this is better in every way, plus my mini broke in the first month. The flow sucks on the mini. If i had one suggestion that seems to help a lot of if youre going to be using this a lot, is go to a hardware store and buy a new O ring with a mesh filter on it,couple bucks, they use em for kitchen faucet i think. This will add ANOTHER layer of filtering BEFORE water reaches your sawyer, meaning youll have to clean your sawyer LESS often, not to mention DOUBLE RAINBOW/filtration. Youre welcome.
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This got rid of my Katadyn bottle and my MSR pump forever!
by Bowman (5 out of 5 stars)
October 15, 2015

For years, I have been using the Katadyn water bottle for my filtration needs while I am on the trail and on my MSR pump filter around the camp and this has replaced both of them. The Katadyn bottle was nice, but had only ok flow so you find yourself squeezing and sucking like crazy, not so with the Sawyer. You can use the included pouch or any bottle with a 2 liter screw top, such as a smart water bottle(get the one with the sports top and use the top to replace the one that came with the Sawyer) and the flow is AWESOME! You squeeze and it comes gushing out the other side. Bye bye Katadyn(especially with how expensive the replacement cartridges are) Now for filtering at camp. Before, I either pumped and pumped and pumped some more to get enough water or I would use iodine tablets. Sawyer again saves the day. With the addition of a $2 tornado tube and a couple of collapsible water bottles(I recommend Evernew bottles, Platypus work but the pitch of the threads seem to be a bit off) you can make a simple gravity system that works great. Just fill one bottle with "dirty" unfiltered water(put a couple of holes to put rope to hang everything in the welded section. No holes where the water goes), put your tornado tube on the "out" side of the filter, put your empty collapsed "clean" bottle into the other end of the tornado tube and then put the side of the filter away from the arrow on the "dirty" water bottle. turn it upside down and hang it from a tree and go do other stuff. when you come back, everything is filtered. No more pumping for me. I still bring tablets or auqamira drops as an emergency backup, but haven't needed them yet. I attached a couple of pics of the setup I used on a 9 day backpacking trip I just got back from in case my description is hard to understand. Any questions, let me know or do a search for Sawyer Squeeze mods on youtube.
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Fastest way to avoid diarrhea
by Amazon Customer (5 out of 5 stars)
February 19, 2016

I am an Appalachian Trail thru hiker, which means I have 2,200 miles of hiking experience under my belt. For my entire 5 and a half month hike on the AT, I used this water filtration system. Most thru hikers who choose to use a filter (instead of Aquamira or other chemical alternatives) used this filter for many reasons. It is remarkably fast, lasts a very long time (reportedly 1 million gallons), and is so much easier than pumping.

I recommend buying a smart water bottle (the filter will screw onto the top) and either drinking through it or squeeze it through into another bottle. The included squeeze bags break easily and are more awkward to squeeze than the bottle.

Also, don't skimp out and get the Sawyer Mini. It's soooooo muuuuuuch slowwwwwwerrrrrrr......
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Parts failures may leave you stranded on long hikes
by Kevin Kiernan (3 out of 5 stars)
August 29, 2015

I am an Appalachian Trail THru Hiker, so I used this a lot more than most. I have not gotten sick using it, and I have used some pretty suspicious water sources. I only gave it 3 stars becuase of a couple of issues.

The first problem is that the gasket that fits between the screw threads and the bottle or bag of raw water has fallen out, and without it raw squirts everywhere when you use it. It will still filter, somewhat, but it becomes a long and wet process. Since the other option is to drink raw water, that can be a problem on an extended trip. Garden hose gaskets can be used as replacements (Outfitters don't have them) but also fall out, as do plumbing o rings. I carry a pack of spares with me now since I have had so many issues. This is a common problem with this device on trail.

Second problem is the bladder bags burst up near the neck. over the last 5 months I have used 9 bladder bags, of different sizes, that have all burst. Replacements for these are usually available since this also is a constant and recurring problem for thru hikers. The bladders are 6-10 bucks for replacement, which isn't too much, but then 8 replacements add up. Additionally, I was always carrying a spare, either for myself or to give to another hiker in a burst bag emergency. Fortunately the thread matches a number of drink manufacturers thread for their plastic bottles, which don't burst but are more awkward to use, and I now have a Smart water bottle and a Lipton tea bottle that I use instead of bladders.

Just as an additional note, the Smart water bottle tops are the same size as the nozzle on the filter, and can be used to backflush the filter, eliminating the need to carry around the syringe thing

I realize there is a lifetime guarantee, but that is of no use when you are out in the woods, and the bladder bags have so many disclaimers that good luck to you getting free replacements from any retailer near a trail.
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Compact, versatile, fast to use, lightweight, and filters smaller microbes than others. A must-have
by Amazon_Customer (5 out of 5 stars)
January 15, 2018

First of all, make sure to NEVER let your filter get below freezing if it has ever been used, no matter how well you think at may have dried out. Freezing can damage the tiny holes in the filter and it will no longer be effective against pathogens. If you are using it for cold weather, always keep it in a pocket near your body to stay warm. Now, that's actually one of the best reasons to use this filtering system. It's incredibly compact and fits in a pocket, no problem. All water filters have to be kept out of freezing temps.

I have relegated my pump-action filter to emergency household use and no longer carry the heavy and clunky system for camping. The Sawyer is much lighter, more reliable, more versatile, and faster to use than any pump system. I keep mine inside a small half of a plastic bottle. I use the plastic bottle to scoop water when the water source is too shallow or dripping in small amounts and then pour it into the pouch.

I recommend getting a few extra 64 ox pouches. They weigh close to nothing, take up very little room, and work great as backups and extra water carrying capacity.

The versatility of this filter is outstanding and can be configured in many ways:
1. Set up the filter on the squeeze pouch and filter the dirty water as you go instead of sitting at a water source and wasting time filtering before use. You can just fill it up and get on with your hike very quickly, especially if you keep the filter and pouches accessible. You can even hold multiple pouches of dirty water and drink them as you go, and just cap them off when not being used.
2. Use a combination of dirty and clean pouches if you wish to filter the water first and then store it clean. This also works great if you have to filter water for other people. You can attach one end to the filled dirty pouch and the other to the clean pouch. Squeeze the water through and then hand off the clean water pouch to anyone who needs it. I also like the idea of storing clean water in the pouch so there isn't any additional bacteria growth inside the pouch on warm days.
3. Use the filter in-line on a hydration bladder. Fill the bladder with dirty water and then suck the water through the hose as you drink. Only drawback I can see here is that there would be some dirty water be exposed to the inside of your pack, which may be an issue.

The only thing I can think of that this filter lacks, is a proper carbon filter for helping to remove toxins such as lead and pesticides. This is why I still use my carbon pump filter system for home and vehicle emergency use, as I will more likely encounter toxins in the water in those situations than when out in the mountains.
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Missing Push/Pull Valve 3 Times in a Row?
by Jae (1 out of 5 stars)
June 27, 2019

Update: i didnt want to send it back because of the value issue. Instead, i just added a smart water bottle top and it works fine. Simple solution to a messed up experience.
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I have ordered this product a total of 3 times from amazon directly. Each time i have received the product. I received a 2 pouch system which seemed complete until i realized it was missing the push/pull valve and cap. Every single time i sent it back to fimd that it was not as described and that one of the most important features was missing. Without this feature, you can not prevent spills from occurring and the last thing you want is to find your down sleeping bag, wet and rendered smelly or useless due to a spill from remaining water left in the filter. You also dont want to bag a wet filter because it will contaminate the filter with bacteria which will affect you in the long run. Hopefully, this is an error which amazon catches because they are offering an incomplete system which is misleading considering the description states the item is included. If you order this system in the one pouch option, make sure you have the cap and not a twist cap that goes on the squeeze bags. Hope this helps others catch this issue.
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Easy to Use, Light and Durable. Great for Backpacking
by Rae (5 out of 5 stars)
September 1, 2017

This water filter is excellent for backpacking and hiking. I took it on my first real backpacking trip, a 21-mile loop in July in Northern Pennsylvania. The temperature was around 90 degrees Fahrenheit the whole trip, so having tons of water was crucial. My husband had planned on using iodine tablets for his water but ended up borrowing this once he saw how quickly and easily I was getting safe drinking water.

It is very easy to use. Simply fill up the bag with water from a water source, screw the filter onto the top, and point the spout into whatever you're refilling. In the picture attached I'm refilling my camelbak, which is a bit of a challenge if you don't bring the gravity filtering system (which is included, but I left at home because it was a short trip), but still easy enough. The water from that source was a suspicious yellow, but it turned out perfectly fine once filtered!

One downside is that this is slightly heavier than the sawyer mini filtration system, so ultralight backpackers may want to go with that option. However, I chose this one because it guarantees it can filter up to 1,000,000 gallons, and the mini filters up to 100,000. Personally I'd rather buy something a little heavier that lasts longer; but if you're a through-hiker who only needs about 100k gallons, every ounce matters, so consider going with the sawyer mini instead. I don't have one, but all the through-hikers (North-bound Appalachian Trail hikers) I've spoken to have said that this is a good brand for water filtration systems. Do keep in mind that it can't be used in freezing temperatures, and if the filter gets frozen it may no longer be safe to use. So if you are winter backpacking or backpacking where it gets below freezing at night, consider other options for water unless you plan on keeping the filter tucked close to your body. So far those are the only two downsides to this filter that I can think of: I'm just a beginner backpacker, but this made my trip so simple that I can't wait to go on another!
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Perfect upgrade from the mini
by Nick,Top Contributor: Camping (5 out of 5 stars)
June 8, 2017

Had the Sawyer mini for a couple years and was pretty happy with it, but the flow started to get pretty slow from what it was new, and no amount of backflushing was making it better. Apparently this is normal. So do I buy a new one every dozen gallons or so, or do I just get something that works consistently? My buddy has one of those pump filters, and I was nearly sold on it. I did some reading first. Turns out, backpackers buy this one shortly after suffering the same afflictions with the mini, and now I know why!

So I've had this long enough now to see it flows MUCH better than the mini, despite being barely any larger. And for $27 vs. $20 for the mini, I got a gravity filter kit with it! The mesh bag holds your water pouch suspended, screw the fitting onto the pouch, run the hose down to the other fitting screwed onto the filter, and it filters all on its own. The mini could do the same, but would require a larger volume of water above and a longer hose to get any flow from it.

Admittedly, I have only used this thing camping once so far, but it's been useful nonetheless. Where I work, there has been some issues with giardia in the water supply in the past. The issue is supposed to be resolved, but better safe than sorry for me. I have been using it nearly daily to refill my water bottle, and I wouldn't dream of trying this sort of use with the mini. And of course, the final nail in the coffin for this vs. a pump, it's less than half the price.

One last note. This filter came with more detailed instructions on flushing than my mini, I don't know if this is an update or they just don't include the info on the smaller models. They suggest for a clogged filter soaking and flushing with hot water, not boiling because that may ruin it, but 120-140f or so to break everything loose. I may try this with the mini at some point and see if it flows like new again, but even if, it won't be as good as this point one, or last as long before needing it again. I definitely made the right purchase.
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Would not recommend this for travelers!
by Amazon Customer (1 out of 5 stars)
November 1, 2018

I just returned from a month in Morocco during which I was very ill with diarrhea so bad that I was wearing diapers. I was using this brand new filter as directed and because it was supposed to be so good I kept using it until I had a lost 10 pounds (which is a lot for me) and could hardly eat. I finally suspected that the filter might not be working so I started drinking bottled water and was fine. I definitely would not recommend this for travelers! I have used other filters and have never had a problem. It was a painful lesson.
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by Amazon Customer (1 out of 5 stars)
February 5, 2019

The picture and the description for this product said it comes with a "Built-in and removable push/pull cap", and that is not the case. I am very disappointed as it renders this filter unusable.

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