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Iron filter systems are the best way to remove iron from your water supply, which helps prevent staining and can reduce the metallic taste you might be experiencing in your tap water.
The system that’s right for you depends on the levels of iron present in your home’s water supply. Our top pick, the SpringWell WS1, is best for water with moderate levels as it can remove up to 7 ppm of iron. It can also remove 8 ppm of hydrogen sulfide, has a lifetime warranty, and has a fast flow rate of 12 GPM, which is why it’s number one on our list.
On the other hand, if there are really high levels of iron in your water (you’ll notice an orange, rusty color) then the SoftPro IronMaster’s ability to remove 30 ppm of iron makes it a more suitable option for you.
Here are the 5 most important factors to consider in a whole-house iron filter system:
- The level of iron concentration in your water
- Your water source (tap or well water).
- The system’s filtration technology (i.e air oxidation, ion exchange, e.t.c)
- NSF certifications
- The product warranty
Whole House Iron Removal Systems Comparison Table
- Flow Rate: 12 GPM
- Contaminants Removed: 8 ppm of hydrogen sulfide, 7 ppm of iron, 1 ppm of manganese
- NSF Certification: Not specified
- Warranty: Lifetime on both the tank and valves
- Flow Rate: 7 GPM
- Contaminants Removed: 30 ppm of iron, 7 ppm of manganese, 5 ppm of hydrogen sulfide
- NSF Certification: NSF/ANSI 42, 44, 61, and 372
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Flow Rate: 15-20 GPM
- Contaminants Removed: 3 ppm of iron, manganese and sulfur
- NSF Certification: Not specified
- Warranty: 2 years
Best Iron Water Filters for Well Water:
- SpringWell WS1—It can remove up to 8 ppm of hydrogen sulfide, 7 ppm of iron, and 1 ppm of manganese from water. (Jump to Review)
- SoftPro IronMaster— budget-friendly iron filtration system that can remove iron up to 30 ppm and manganese up to 7 ppm. (Jump to Review)
- Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System—It has a powerful flow rate and can remove 3 ppm of iron, sulfur, and manganese from water. (Jump to Review)
1. Springwell WS1 Ultra-Efficient Whole House Iron Filter for Well Water
We stand by almost every water treatment product the SpringWell brand has on offer simply because they’re high-quality, and the SpringWell WS1 iron filter model is no exception. It’s the most effective whole-house water filter system for a standard American private well that typically has a mild excess of iron, hydrogen sulfide, and manganese in its water source.
Even better, SpringWell’s 12 gallons per minute (GPM) flow rate is more than capable of providing water for houses with one to four bathrooms without causing any drops in water pressure.
Superb FIltration
Thanks to its effective use of Air Injection Oxidation technology, the SpringWell WS1 can remove up to 8 ppm of hydrogen sulfide, 7 ppm of iron, and 1 ppm of manganese from water. This means that if the water testing shows that the contaminants are within those ranges, you’ll have crystal-clear water that bears no extra taste or odor.
The SpringWell WS1 AIO system is a single-tank design that maintains a fresh air pocket on top of the tank. When the water passes through this pocket, the air inside it oxidizes the minute particles of hydrogen sulfide, iron, and manganese. Thanks to this feature, the SpringWell can remove both ferrous and ferric iron from water.
As we already mentioned, small molecules get bigger and clump together when oxidized. That way, when the oxidation process ends and the water makes its way through the filter media of the device, the problematic molecules are big enough to be filtered out.
In the case of the SpringWell WS1, the filtration media is a bed of green sand fusion that traps oxidized molecules.
Regenerating Filter Media
Before you start worrying that the filtration media might wear off with time, we should also tell you that green sand fusion is very easy to maintain and regenerate. Plus, the SpringWell WS1 has a pre-programmed daily backwash cycle that doesn’t require you to do anything to clean the filter, either.
To optimize the backwash and regeneration properties of the filtration system, SpringWell engineers developed a technology called Empress Vortech. Not only does this tech ensure that the whole operation takes place within a single-tank design, but it also guarantees that the bed of green sand is cleansed thoroughly and regenerated efficiently during the backwash cycle.
Bluetooth System Head
The device is pre-programmed but this doesn’t mean you can’t customize the settings to suit your home. Like all other SpringWell water treatment devices, the SpringWell WS1 has a system head that can be easily monitored and controlled through a BlueTooth app.
This way, on days when you need to use or have used excessive amounts of water, you can run a manual backwash to keep the system as efficient as possible.
- Flow Rate: 12 gpm
- Contaminants Removed: 8 ppm of hydrogen sulfide, 7 ppm of iron, 1 ppm of manganese
- NSF Certification: Not specified
- Warranty: Lifetime on both the tank and valves
PROS
- Made of high-quality materials so it should last for a long time
- Great flow rate capacity makes it suitable for homes with up to four bathrooms
- Low maintenance, which saves you money in the long run
- Lifetime warranty, which demonstrates SpringWell’s confidence in the system
CONS
- Low contaminant removal capacity
- Despite its compact single-tank design and low maintenance requirements, the unit’s installation is pretty complicated. We recommend you get a plumber to install it to avoid complications
- Expensive unit, but this is offset slightly by the lack of maintenance and lifetime warranty
2. SoftPro IronMaster Iron Removal System for Well Water
The SoftPro IronMaster is one of the most affordable iron removal systems on the market, but this doesn’t mean that it is any less efficient than the other higher-end units. On the contrary, its capability of removing up to 30 ppm of iron and 7 ppm of manganese is nothing short of exemplary, and that’s why we were so impressed by it. And, as a cherry on top, it has all the relevant NSF certifications, which none of the other recommendations have!
Katalox Filter Media
Like many of its competitors, the SoftPro IronMaster also uses Air Injection Oxidation to oxidize particles of ferrous iron, manganese, and hydrogen sulfide. However, the succeeding filtration method is nothing like the bed of green sand fusion we saw on the SpringWell WS1.
Instead, the IronMaster employs Katalox filter media, a new filtration technique developed by German engineers. Katalox filters are coated with high-concentration manganese dioxide. Thanks to this innovative technology, the unit has more filtration surface area, and an amplified oxidation capacity when compared to other filters that use greensand media. This results in impressive removal rates.
In addition to that, most iron filtration systems utilize chemicals like chlorine or potassium permanganate to cleanse their system during the backwash cycle. That’s not the case with the SoftPro IronMaster. It only requires water to drain the contaminants that are trapped by its Katalox media.
Easy Installation
Installing the SoftPro IronMaster is a breeze, especially if you get the quick-connect hose kit. Depending on current promotions, you can get the kit for free as a courtesy from the brand, or you might have to pay $69 for it. Either way, it’s definitely worth it, as it eases the installation process to a great extent.
Still, if you aren’t sure how to go about installing this unit, the product page has a very thorough video which we found really helpful when installing it.
- Flow Rate: 7 gpm
- Contaminants Removed: 30 ppm of iron, 7 ppm of manganese, 5 ppm of hydrogen sulfide
- NSF Certification: NSF/ANSI 42, 44, 61, and 372
- Warranty: Lifetime
PROS
- Easy installation, especially if you get the quick-connect hose kit
- Innovative Katalox filter media, which gives the system a very high level of iron and manganese removal capacity
- Doesn’t require chemicals to backwash
CONS
- Not very effective at removing hydrogen sulfide
- You might need to replace its filter once every 5 to 10 years, depending on the contaminant levels of your water supply
3. Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System
The Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System is a great option for any home with moderate levels of iron in its well water supply. Plus, we found that it had the best flow rate out of the three filters on our list, which means it’s the perfect option for larger homes with multiple bathrooms.
It’s highly effective at removing common well water contaminants such as sediment, turbidity, sulfur, manganese, pesticides, herbicides, and of course, iron. If you’re looking for a system that features efficient filtration but doesn’t compromise on flow rate or water pressure, we’re positive you’ll like this Home Master unit.
Key Features:
- 3-stage filtration: Sometimes, the well water passed through a system comes out tasting and smelling pretty similar to the way it went in—this wasn’t the case with the Home Master unit. Its 3-stage process includes a sediment filter, a radial flow filter, and a radial flow granular activated coconut shell carbon filter. This means it can remove up to 95% of the contaminants in well water that create nasty smells and tastes.
- Fast flow rate: One of the things that impressed us most about this system is the fact it can achieve a flow rate of 15 GPM. When we inspected the system closely, we realized this is down to its filter housings with 1-inch ports, which improve the flow rate by allowing for high water pressure.
- Long-lasting filters: Its filters only need to be replaced after they’ve filtered around 100,000 gallons of water. On average, this means they need replacing around once every 12 months. Of course, this depends on usage and the level of contaminants in your water supply.
- Flow Rate: 10 gpm
- Contaminants Removed: 30 ppm of hydrogen sulfide, 20 ppm of iron, 1 ppm of manganese
- NSF Certification: Not specified
- Warranty: Lifetime on the tank, 10 years on the valves and electronics, 5 years on the precise injection panel
PROS
- The fastest flow rate on our list, making it ideal for larger homes with high water demands
- It can remove up to 95% of iron, manganese, sediment, and other contaminants
- It’s easy to install and, if you have some basic plumbing skills, you’ll be able to do it yourself
- A great pick if your home is supplied by well water
CONS
- It only removes 3 ppm of iron, manganese, and sulfur, which is lower than the other two filters on our list
- It comes with a 2-year warranty, which isn’t very reassuring in terms of its durability
Our Review Criteria for Iron Filtration Systems
A whole-house well water filtration system shouldn’t only be evaluated by its capacity to remove certain contaminants from water. There should also be other considerations, like how affordable it is and what it takes to maintain it.
That’s why we evaluated the iron filters on our list with the following criteria:
- Contaminants Removed
- NSF Certification
- Filtration Technology
- Ease of Installation
- Maintenance Requirements
- Warranty
- Price
Contaminants Removed
The contaminant an iron filter can and should remove is pretty self-evident: iron. Still, iron filters remove more than just iron.
Most of these systems are quite effective against other aesthetic nuisances that can change the color, taste, and smell of the water, like hydrogen sulfide and manganese. While hydrogen sulfide can make water smell and taste like rotten eggs, manganese can appear in the shape of black sediment in well water.
If there are high iron or manganese levels in your well water, you can’t pick a better filtration system than the SoftPro IronMaster. It can remove up to 30 ppm of iron and 7 ppm of manganese, which makes it the best device to remove these two minerals.
However, if the levels of iron in your water supply aren’t as high, the SpringWell WS1 will be sufficient. We tested it on water with moderate levels of iron and it gave us clean, clear water without any metallic tastes or odors.
| Iron filter systems | Iron | Hydrogen sulfide | Manganese |
| SpringWell WS1 | 7 ppm | 8 ppm | 1 ppm |
| SoftPro IronMaster | 30 ppm | 5 ppm | 7 ppm |
| Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System | 3 ppm | 3 ppm | 3 ppm |
NSF Certification
The National Sanitation Foundation (NSF) is a non-profit organization that holds any product with potential health implications up to certain standards. To this end, independent labs test and evaluate products varying from automotive parts to food items and certify them if they’re within the NSF regulations.
Of course, it’s also important to test, certify, and confirm the health claims of any water-related technology, including softeners and filtration systems. In this sense, the NSF certifies whether water filtration devices are capable of removing what the manufacturer claims they do and whether the materials used in the making of the devices are safe.
The certifications the NSF gives to iron filters are:
- NSF/ANSI 42: The NSF 42 certification pertains to the aesthetic claims of a device. If a filtration unit holds this particular certification, it means that it can produce tasteless, colorless, and odorless water, as water should be. As producing aesthetically pleasing water is the main purpose of an iron filter, it’s the certification that’s most significant for our list.
- NSF/ANSI 44: Mostly applied to water softeners, the NSF 44 certification guarantees that the resin media is capable of ion exchange and that the tanks and valves possess structural integrity. The tanks, valves, and filtration media of some iron filters also have this certification.
- NSF/ANSI 61: Unfortunately, not all water filtration systems are made of materials that are safe for drinking water. Some of them might leach microplastics into the water, and some of them may have a coating that wears off over time, contaminating the water further instead of purifying it. The NSF 61 certification assures customers that the components of a product carry no such risks.
- NSF/ANSI 372: The NSF 372 is proof that the product’s parts are all lead-free and there’s no risk of lead contamination by the product itself.
However, despite the relevance of these certifications, most water treatment manufacturers don’t have their devices independently tested and NSF-certified. Out of all the products on our list, only the SoftPro IronMaster carries all these certifications.
Regardless, our own tests showed these products are capable of removing iron, hydrogen sulfide, and manganese.
| Iron filters | NSF/ANSI 42 | NSF/ANSI 44 | NSF/ANSI 61 | NSF/ANSI 372 |
| SpringWell WS1 | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
| SoftPro IronMaster | Certified | Certified | Certified | Certified |
| Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified | Not specified |
Filtration Technology
There are two types of iron found in water: ferric iron, also referred to as oxidized iron, has big, reddish particles and is insoluble; and ferrous iron, which is invisible and totally dissolved. The ion exchange media of water softeners can trap ferric iron as long as it’s within the unit’s capacity, but removing dissolved ferrous iron requires more than the ion exchange technology.
To remove the dissolved particles of ferrous iron from water, iron filters employ a specific technology called Air Injection Oxidation (AIO). In this process, the water passes through an air pocket where dissolved oxygen or some other oxidizing agent is introduced to it.
At the end of the AIO process, the ferrous iron molecules are oxidized, meaning that they have become ferric iron. The process shows the same effects on hydrogen sulfide and manganese, thus enabling the filter media of the devices to handle big amounts of these substances.
All the products on our list sport AIO technology apart from the Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System. However, the SoftPro IronMaster shines among its peers, thanks to its use of Katalox filtration media, which is quite an innovative and impressive piece of technology that boosts the iron removal capacity of the device quite a lot.
| Iron filters | Filtration technology |
| SpringWell WS1 | Air Injection Oxidation |
| SoftPro IronMaster | Air Injection Oxidation + Katalox Filtration Media |
| Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System | Sediment Filter + Radial Flow Filter + Radial Flow Granular Activated Coconut Shell Carbon Filter |
Ease of Installation
Despite the technical similarities between the systems on our list, their installation requirements vary quite a bit. Additionally, even though some of these units come with proper instruction manuals that lead you through the process step-by-step, some are just the opposite of helpful.
SpringWell WS1 has an amazing PowerPoint presentation that lists all the necessary equipment you need to carry out its installation accompanied by visuals that show you exactly what to do. But if you don’t have any experience in plumbing, it’s still better to seek the assistance of a professional plumber, since it’s a complicated device to install.
SoftPro, on the other hand, offers a hose kit that eases the installation process to a great extent. The company sometimes just gives it away for free if you’re lucky; other times, though, it might cost you $69, which we consider to be a small price to pay if you’re a DIYer with no plumbing experience.
| Iron filters | Ease of installation |
| SpringWell WS1 | Plumber required |
| SoftPro IronMaster | DIY-friendly |
| Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System | DIY-friendly |
Maintenance Requirements
Many whole-house water filters and reverse osmosis systems currently on the market require you to replace the filters once every six to twelve months. But there are no such worries with any of the whole-house iron filters on our list.
This is mainly because all the systems we reviewed in this article have state-of-the-art automatic backwash and regeneration cycles that clean their filter media regularly.
Essentially, they’re all low-maintenance products. However, the Home Master system’s filters need to be replaced around once every 12 months, so it’s a bit more complicated to maintain than the other two units on our list.
You can monitor the operations of the SpringWell WS1 on your smartphone or tablet via the Bluetooth app. The SoftPro IronMaster and the Home Master systems don’t have such a feature, so their system heads mounted on top of their tanks will have to suffice.
Also, the SpringWell is made of high-end materials, so there’s little chance that it’s going to suffer from dings and other damage. Although we didn’t throw the systems into walls to test their sturdiness, we imagine that is not the case for the SoftPro or the Home Master systems.
Lastly, if you use any of these devices to reduce iron at levels higher than their indicated capacity, they’ll quickly become ineffective.
| Iron filters | Maintenance requirements |
| SpringWell WS1 | Low |
| SoftPro IronMaster | Low |
| Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System | Low |
Warranty
Warranty is a testament to how much the manufacturer trusts their product. It also gives you an idea about the life expectancy of the product you just purchased.
In that sense, the SpringWell WS1 and the SoftPro IronMaster shine with their lifetime warranty on both their tanks and valves. In addition, the SpringWell WS1 comes with a 6-month money-back guarantee.
The Home Master unit, however, comes with only a 2-year warranty. To be honest, if it wasn’t for its other impressive features, a warranty this short might have prevented it from earning a place on our list.
| Iron filters | Warranty |
| SpringWell WS1 | Lifetime on the tank and valves |
| SoftPro IronMaster | Lifetime on the tank and valves |
| Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System | 2 years on the tank and valves |
Price
Normally, the price of iron filters ranges between $1,200 – $3,000, but our list doesn’t feature products on either end of the range. Instead, the price range of the filtration units included in our list is $579-$2,204, the most affordable one being the Home Master unit and the most expensive being the SpringWell WS1.
Given the high removal capacity of the SoftPro IronMaster, we’d say it offers the most value for money.
| Iron filters | Price |
| SpringWell WS1 | $2,204.09 |
| SoftPro IronMaster | $1,519.00 |
| Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System | $579.00 |
Please note that the table shows prices as of March 2024, the time of writing this guide, and that the prices are subject to change.
How Water Gets Contaminated by Iron
Iron is found everywhere on Earth. If a private well draws water from an underground water reservoir that’s surrounded by iron-rich soil and rocks, iron is inevitably going to end up in the water.
But that’s not the only way iron can end up in the water supply. These underground water reservoirs (also referred to as aquifers) aren’t exempt from what’s going on above the ground. On the contrary, they’re mostly formed and fed by surface water that soaks into the ground.
Especially in times of rain and flood, the moving bodies of water can absorb elements (including iron) from their surroundings and carry them to the groundwater your well is built upon.
In addition, the presence of iron in well water can sometimes be the work of studious iron bacteria that produce iron hydroxide deposits in and around the water source. These bacteria are capable of oxidizing and immobilizing iron inside the water, giving the water its reddish hue and giving well-owners a new headache.
Lastly, iron can get into water due to corrosion in the piping system of your house or inside a water tank. Since a whole house filtration system can’t prevent or stop rust inside the piping system, it’s best to call a plumber to inspect the pipes before settling on a water treatment unit.
Types of Iron in Water
There are four types of iron that can be present in water:
- Ferrous iron: Ferrous iron is a type of iron that’s totally dissolved in water, and it has tiny particles, so it’s difficult to detect its presence with the naked eye. Because of this, it’s also often referred to as clear iron. Typically, it’s either rain or snowmelt that picks it up from natural deposits, dissolves it, and carries it to underground water sources. However, surface water sources like rivers and lakes hardly have any ferrous iron because when it comes into contact with oxygen, it oxidizes and turns into ferric iron.
- Ferric iron: You’ve probably already seen ferric iron since it’s basically rust. When other forms of iron are exposed to oxygen, they oxidize. Any iron deposit in appliances, piping, tanks, or even well components that come in contact with air and your well water has the potential to contaminate your water with ferric iron. However, this is easy to identify, since it’s insoluble and red.
- Organic iron: As you may deduce from its name, organic iron is the work of iron bacteria. More precisely, it’s ferrous iron that’s been metabolized by iron bacteria. Water with organic iron in it will have a slimy feel and you’ll likely see iron deposits that look like tiny jellyfish in the water. The bacteria will also form iron scum inside the water. Sometimes, the water might even have a glossy layer on its surface, as if some oil was poured over it. If you have organic iron in your water supply, you might have seen that glossy layer in toilet tanks.
- Colloidal iron: Colloidal iron has even tinier particles than those of ferrous iron, but unlike ferrous iron, it also has a reddish color that might be visible in the water. Moreover, these particles are electrically charged, so they stay in suspension inside the water and present quite a challenge for water treatment units. Luckily, though, the presence of colloidal iron in water is quite rare.
The Effects of Iron in Water
EPA has established that iron in water is not a health hazard. On the contrary, our bodies need iron as a nutrient, and iron deficiency is pretty common.
Although too much iron can cause damage to the heart, liver, and endocrine organs, it’s almost impossible to consume too much iron from water alone, even when there are high levels in it. However, the presence of iron in water is definitely an aesthetic nuisance, and, as such, it’s regulated under the National Secondary Drinking Water Regulations (NSDWRs).
According to NSDWRs, the iron levels in drinking water should be no more than 0.3 mg/L. Otherwise, it’ll affect the color, taste, and smell of the water. The color of the water that comes out of your faucets might turn red and start tasting and smelling like metal.
Even worse, water that’s contaminated by ferric iron will also have an impact on the quality of food and beverages. You may like your tea dark and your coffee black, but iron will make these beverages blacker than you’d expect, and it can have the same effect on essential food items like potatoes.
Appliances and clothes washed with iron-rich water aren’t exempt from its consequences either. Depending on the iron levels, they might have yellow, red, or even brown stains.
Insoluble ferric iron might also lead to clogging in the piping system and appliances that work with water, like laundry machines and dishwashers.
In short, if your water supply has more than 0.3 mg/l of iron, it’s best to install an efficient iron filtration system. This way, you’ll prolong the lifespan of appliances and clothes, ensure that the taste of beverages and food is up to a standard, and protect the piping system of your house.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best way to remove iron from water is by installing an iron filter.
If your well water supply has a reasonable amount of iron (up to 7 ppm), the number one product on our list, the SpringWell WS1, will do the job efficiently and for years on end. On the other hand, if iron is present in your water in excessive amounts, it’s best to invest in a stronger filtration system like the SoftPro IronMaster.
When you do it yourself, depending on the size of the well and the amount of sanitary product you’re going to use, it may cost you up to $80. If you hire professionals, the costs can reach up to $200, which is still cheaper than installing a water treatment unit.
However, if the presence of iron stems from the underground water source, it’ll re-enter the system unless you keep on chlorinating your well regularly. So, despite its affordability, chlorination may require too much commitment from you and may not be as cost-effective as an iron filtration system in the long run.
Still, if you want to learn how to chlorinate a well, head over to the guide we use and recommend, prepared by Oregon State University.
The price of iron filters ranges between $1,200-$3,000. The average price for a high-quality iron water filter is around $2,000.
That being said, the price range of the devices included in our list is $579-$2,204. The most affordable filtration unit we reviewed is the Home Master system ($579), and the most expensive one is the SpringWell WS1 ($2,204.09).
The tools and services required to install an iron filter depend on the manufacturers’ specifications. DIY-ers might be able to install the Home Master or SoftPro units by following the installation guides, but it’s best to contact professional plumbers for the other two products.
Similarly, the tools needed to complete installations of the four products listed above vary. While the quick-connect hose kit the SoftPro provides might make that particular installation easier, to install the other filtration systems, you will need:
Water connectors
PVC nipples
Plumbers’ tape
Zip ties
Threaded elbows
Wrench
Hose clamps
Drain lines
Batteries
It’s always best to consult with the manufacturer before the installation to make sure you have all the necessary items.
The average lifespan of an iron filtration system depends on a number of variables:
The manufacturer
Whether the system has a circuit board or complicated/fragile electronic parts
The levels of contaminants it has to deal with
The materials it’s made of
How well you take care of it
That said, a whole-house iron filtration system should typically serve you 15 to 20 years. Units that are made with high-quality materials, like the SpringWell WS1, can exceed these expectations as long as you properly maintain them.
SpringWell Water Systems: SpringWell is one of the best brands for all kinds of water filtration units, from whole-house systems to water softeners and iron filters. Their success is mainly due to the high-quality material the company uses to make these filters and the reliability of the data they provide.
SoftPro: The thing we really like about SoftPro is that its devices tend to include advanced tech but they’re still affordable, and this is the case with the Iron Master too. Plus, they have their products tested and certified independently.
Home Master: Home Master is highly renowned for its wide range of water filter systems including whole house systems, under-sink systems, and reverse osmosis systems. We’ve been impressed by many of the models we’ve tested over the years, and they tend to be some of the most affordable units on the market.
Conclusion
Iron is a common problem for well water owners because it changes the taste, odor, and color of drinking water. Hydrogen sulfide is even worse as it can release a stench like sewage or rotten eggs.
Luckily, the iron filtration systems we’ve reviewed above can efficiently take care of both issues. If you have reasonable amounts of iron (5 to 7 mg/L) and hydrogen sulfide (3 to 4 mg/L) in your water supply, we recommend the SpringWell WS1 or the Home Master Whole House Three Stage Water Filtration System, as these are high-quality, long-lasting devices.
For excessive amounts of iron, the SoftPro IronMaster is an ideal choice as it’s not only capable of removing up to 30 ppm of iron but is also quite affordable for such a powerful device.
Families may enjoy better-tasting, safer water from their outdoor wells by using the best iron filter for well water. It reduces rust buildup and obstructions in water pipelines and fixtures. In addition to protecting water appliances, a good iron filter also ensures long-term optimal performance, especially when used in conjunction with a water softener.