Water softener buying guides

Pick the right water softener or filter for your house

Straight answers for homeowners with hard water or a private well. Compare softeners from Aquasure, Kenmore, Aquasana, iSpring and Fleck, then find whole-house filters, grain sizing, cost and upkeep help.

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  • iSpring WGB32B Whole House Filter
    Softener Picks

    Best Whole House Water Filters for City Water

    The best whole house water filter for city water removes chlorine, taste and odor at the main line. Compare 7 systems by flow rate, capacity and fit.

  • Aquasure Harmony 48,000 Grain Softener
    Compare and Reviews

    Aquasure vs Aquasana Water Softener

    Aquasure vs Aquasana water softener: compare capacity, controls, certification, efficiency claims and included filtration to choose a fit for your home.

  • SimPure DB20P 20-Inch Big Blue Style Housing
    Filters and Wells

    Best Big Blue Filter Housings for Whole House Use

    Compare Big Blue filter housings for whole-house use by port size, pressure relief, cartridge fit and included parts, then choose a setup for your plumbing.

  • iSpring WSP-50 Spin Down Sediment Filter
    Filters and Wells

    Best Spin Down Sediment Filters for Whole House Use

    Compare spin down sediment filters for whole house use, from reusable screens to auto-flush models. Check mesh sizes, plumbing fits and care needs before choosing.

  • Hach 5-B Total Hardness Drop Test Kit
    Hardness, Size and Cost

    Best Water Hardness Test Kits for Home Use

    Compare water hardness test kits for home use, including drop-count and strip options. See what each measures and how to choose one for your water.

  • Aquasure 64,000 Grain Softener and Filter Bundle
    Softener Picks

    Best Water Softener and Filter Combos

    Compare water softener and filter combo systems for city and well water. See how each pick handles hardness, filtration, household size and upkeep.

  • Fleck 5600SXT 48K Softener and Iron Filter
    Filters and Wells

    Best Water Softeners for Well Water Homes

    Compare the best water softener for well water by hardness capacity, iron claims and filtration. Learn how to read a test, size a system and choose a setup.

  • Aquasure Harmony 48,000 Grain Softener
    Softener Picks

    Best Water Softener Systems for Whole-House Use

    Compare the best water softener system options for whole-house use, with grain capacities, controls and features to help match a system to your household.