Gravity Water Filtration System 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 1 Million+ Systems Sold Worldwide 6,000 Gallons Per Set of 2 200+ Contaminants Removed Lifetime Stainless & Hardware Warranty 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). A set of 2 Black Berkey filters lasts up to 6,000 gallons, providing years of clean water. 🌎 Powered by Gravity No electricity or water pressure needed. Perfect for everyday use at home, in the office, or when traveling. 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 the stainless steel system and hardware parts purchased through this website (filters and consumables not included). The Big Berkey Explained Discover the capabilities and benefits of America's most trusted gravity water filter {"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"VideoObject","name":"Big Berkey Water Filter","description":"Overview of the Big Berkey Water Filter covering capacity, filter configuration, construction, and dimensions to help shoppers decide if it fits their household.","thumbnailUrl":["https://img.youtube.com/vi/346H9T1xInM/maxresdefault.jpg"],"uploadDate":"2013-10-01T06:53:29-07:00","duration":"PT1M44S","embedUrl":"https://www.youtube.com/embed/346H9T1xInM","hasPart":[{"@type":"Clip","name":"Intro","startOffset":0,"endOffset":15,"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=346H9T1xInM&t=0s"},{"@type":"Clip","name":"Capacity and Who It's For","startOffset":15,"endOffset":45,"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=346H9T1xInM&t=15s"},{"@type":"Clip","name":"Filters and Fluoride Add-On","startOffset":45,"endOffset":65,"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=346H9T1xInM&t=45s"},{"@type":"Clip","name":"Construction and Portability","startOffset":65,"endOffset":85,"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=346H9T1xInM&t=85s"},{"@type":"Clip","name":"Dimensions and Where to Buy","startOffset":85,"endOffset":104,"url":"https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=346H9T1xInM&t=85s"}]} What Black Berkey Filters Remove Black Berkey Elements remove over 200 contaminants at industry-leading reduction rates 🧪 PFAS / PFOA Reduced to > 99.9% Eliminates "forever chemicals" including PFOA, PFOS, PFBS, and other perfluorinated compounds ⚗ Heavy Metals Reduced by > 99% Removes lead, mercury, aluminum, arsenic, cadmium, and other toxic metals 💊 Pharmaceuticals Reduced to > 99.9% Filters out acetaminophen, antibiotics, hormones, bisphenol-A, and more 🌿 Herbicides & Pesticides Reduced to > 99.9% Eliminates glyphosate, atrazine, detergents, and agricultural chemicals 🔬 VOCs Reduced to > 99.9% Removes benzene, chloroform, carbon tetrachloride, and volatile organics ☢ Radiologicals Reduced up to 99.8% Filters uranium, plutonium, strontium-90, and radioactive particles ⛽ Petroleum Reduced by 99.9% Eliminates gasoline, diesel, crude oil, and petroleum-based contaminants 💧 Chlorine & Taste Below Detectable Limits Removes chlorine, chloramines, and odors for crystal clear, fresh-tasting water 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 is designed for everyday use with municipal tap water and private well water. It's perfect for home kitchen use and provides drinking water without needing electricity or water pressure. 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" 19.25" 23" Diameter 7.5" 8.5" 9.5" Max Flow Rate (4 filters) 4 GPH 7 GPH 7 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. Built for Decades of Use. Learn how Berkey systems are tested, why filters are replaced based on gallons, not calendars, and how total cost of ownership is evaluated over 5–10 years. Explore Berkey testing & long-term value. 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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