Kind Water, formerly known as Evo Water Systems, is a well-renowned water filtration company. It produces high-quality whole-house filter systems, water softeners, and filters equipped with UV lights.
So, how good are they and should you buy one?
То help you make a decision, we’re going to take a deep dive into all the filter systems Kind Water offers. We’ll cover the most important specs like flow rate, filtration capacity, and filter tech.
- Filtration process: Sediment filter + Catalytic carbon
- Filtration capacity: 80,000 gallons on both filters (1 year)
- Flow rate: 15 GPM
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Price: $913.08
- Filtration process: Sediment filter + Catalytic carbon + UV lamp
- Filtration capacity: 80,000 gallons on both filters and the UV lamp (1 year)
- Flow rate: 15 GPM
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Price: $2,142.59
- Filtration process: Sediment filter + Catalytic carbon + Salt-free water softener
- Filtration capacity: 80,000 gallons on both filters (1 year), lifetime on the softener
- Flow rate: 15 GPM
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Price: $1,998.00
- Filtration process: Sediment filter + Catalytic carbon + Salt-free water softener + UV lamp
- Filtration capacity: 80,000 gallons on both filters and the UV lamp (1 year), lifetime on the softener
- Flow rate: 15 GPM
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Price: $3,226.02
Evo Water Systems (Kind Water) Reviews
Kind Water Systems has only one water filter in its catalog: the E-1000 Whole House Water Filter. However, the brand offers combinations of the E-1000 with its ultraviolet purification device and salt-free water softening system.
Kind Water markets these combinations as different products. The water filter and UV purifier combination is called the E-1000UV, while the water filter and softener combo is called the E-3000. There’s also a product that combines all three: the E-3000UV.
| Systems/Attributes | E-1000 | E-1000UV | E-3000 | E-3000UV |
| Process | Sediment pre-filter + catalytic carbon block | Sediment pre-filter + catalytic carbon block + UV purification | Sediment pre-filter + catalytic carbon block + salt-free water softener | Sediment pre-filter + catalytic carbon block + salt-free water softener + UV purification |
| What It Removes | Sediment and chemicals | Sediment, chemicals, and microorganisms | Sediment, chemicals, and water hardness | Sediment, chemicals, water hardness, and microorganisms |
| Flow Rate | 15 GPM | 15 GPM | 15 GPM | 15 GPM |
| Filter Replacement Frequency | Once a year | Once a year | Once a year | Once a year |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Price | $913.08 | $2,142.59 | $1,998.00 | $3,226.02 |
Kind Water E-1000 Whole House Water Filter Review
- Filtration process: Sediment filter + Catalytic carbon
- Filtration capacity: 80,000 gallons on both filters (1 year)
- Flow rate: 15 GPM
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Price: $913.08
PROS
- Space-saving two-cartridge setup, which makes it ideal for smaller homes
- 15 GPM flow rate, so it’s best suited to homes with 2 to 3 bathrooms
- Easy installation and maintenance, so there’s no need to hire a plumber
- A 120-day money-back guarantee, so you can try it and see what you think
- Lifetime warranty so you don’t have to pay out for most repairs and replacements
- Removes a large variety of chemicals
- The most affordable option Kind Water offers
CONS
- Doesn’t remove lead, which means it’s not an option if your water is supplied via lead pipes
- Can’t destroy microorganisms, unlike the models that include a UV light
If you’re looking for a whole-house water filtration system that’s easy to install and maintain, the Kind Water Systems E-1000 is one of the best options currently on the market.
One advantage of Kind Water Systems over other renowned brands is the setup of their products. While the most popular whole-house filters use large tanks (some even have a two-tank design), Kind Water’s whole-house filters are cartridge-based. This feature saves space and makes installing, uninstalling, and maintaining the devices more straightforward.
The E-1000 water filter has two filter cartridges. The first cartridge houses a state-of-the-art sediment filter. This filter blocks large particle contaminants such as rust, sand, clay, and small rock pieces, extending the system’s lifespan. This is especially useful for those who rely on well water, as sediment is often a big issue.
The second cartridge houses a super effective catalytically-activated coconut shell carbon block. It removes many chemicals, including the most hazardous ones like PFAS, herbicides, pesticides, and tap water disinfectants such as chlorine and chloramines.
For optimum efficiency, the sediment and carbon filters need to be replaced once a year, equalling approximately 80,000 gallons of filtered water per replacement.
Despite the two-cartridge setup, the E-1000 won’t negatively affect the water pressure in your house. Its 15 GPM (gallons per minute) flow rate accommodates the water needs of households with up to three bathrooms.
As mentioned, most whole-house water filter systems come with large tanks. This means it can be difficult to make space for them, especially if you live in a small home. With the E-1000, there are no such concerns, and it’s compact enough to fit comfortably in most apartments.
Tank-based systems are also hard to install, with many connections, lines, and cables. But not the Kind Water system — it only has two connectors, so it’s a DIY-friendly unit.
Lastly, the unit comes with an excellent 120-day money-back guarantee and a lifetime warranty!
However, if you have hard water, or there are lead and pathogenic microorganisms (bacteria and viruses) in your water, this unit won’t help much. In such cases, you’re better off with the Kind Water combination systems we’ll review below.
Kind Water E-1000UV Whole House Water Filter With Ultraviolet Purifier Review
- Filtration process: Sediment filter + Catalytic carbon + UV lamp
- Filtration capacity: 80,000 gallons on both filters and the UV lamp (1 year)
- Flow rate: 15 GPM
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Price: $2,142.59
PROS
- Space-saving two-cartridge setup means it’s nice and compact
- 15 GPM flow rate, so you shouldn’t notice a drop in water pressure
- Removes a large variety of chemicals, including chlorine, chloramine, and PFAS
- 30mj/cm2 kills many microorganisms
- Lifetime warranty, which shows how confident Kind Water is in its product
CONS
- Can’t remove lead
- Installation requires plumbing knowledge, unlike the standard E-1000 model, so you’ll need to hire a plumber
If your water source is a private well, you probably have or will eventually have problems with coliform bacteria, just like many well-owners in the US. The best defense mechanism against these pathogenic microorganisms is an ultraviolet water purification device. The Kind Water purifier, combined with the E-1000 whole-house water filter, is among the best solutions.
The Kind Water UV lamp emits 30 megajoules of power per square centimeter (mj/cm2). As such, it exterminates the most common drinking water pathogens (like variations of coliform, salmonella, and legionella).
However, for a UV purifier to function correctly, sediment and turbidity need to be removed from the water first. That’s why this Kind Water system combines the UV device with its whole-house unit. After the water passes through the sediment and carbon filters, it has no turbidity, sediment, or anything else that could hinder the efficiency of the UV lamp.
Another thing that sets the E-1000UV apart from the E-1000 is its installation complexity. The combo unit is not DIY-friendly, so unlike the previous unit, you can’t install it on your own — you need to call a professional.
Other than that, the device has the same features as the E-1000. It has a 15 GPM flow rate, requires replacements once a year for its filters and UV lamp, and comes with a lifetime warranty.
Its downsides are the same, too, as the E-1000UV isn’t equipped to deal with hard water minerals or dangerous heavy metals such as lead and arsenic.
Kind Water E-3000 Whole House Water Filter and Salt-Free Water Softener Combo Review
- Filtration process: Sediment filter + Catalytic carbon + Salt-free water softener
- Filtration capacity: 80,000 gallons on both filters (1 year), lifetime on the softener
- Flow rate: 15 GPM
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Price: $1,998.00
PROS
- Space-saving three-cartridge setup so even though it’s bigger than the previous two units, it’s still suitable for small homes
- 15 GPM flow rate means it can supply multiple faucets at once without any water pressure drops
- Removes a large variety of chemicals, including pesticides, insecticides, and PFOS
- 1,282 mg/L water hardness capacity, which means it’s highly effective at removing minerals like calcium and magnesium
- Salt-free, so no brine solution is released into the environment, which can harm aquatic life
- Lifetime warranty, which should give you peace of mind
CONS
- It isn’t effective against microorganisms as it doesn’t include a UV lamp
- Pricey, but we think it’s worth it
If you have hard water, then a water softener is an absolute must, and you can’t do much better than the E-3000. It combines a whole-house filter with a salt-free water softener to effectively remove contaminants and hard water minerals.
Groundwater, i.e., well water, tends to be hard, meaning it has lots of calcium and magnesium. These minerals are good for our health, but they’re not convenient. When it comes to household chores like laundry and dishwashing, they leave stains and build up on and in appliances, and they clog pipes too.
According to the United States Geological Survey, water with more than 60 mg/L of calcium and magnesium is hard. The E-3000 water softener is equipped to handle up to 1,282 mg/L of water hardness, which makes it an exceptionally powerful device. Plus, you won’t ever need to replace it.
Additionally, it’s a salt-free unit. Conventional water softeners require you to put salt inside their brine tanks once every month or two, adding to long-term costs and maintenance needs. That’s not a concern with the E-3000 model.
The addition of the softener to their basic model, the E-1000, means there’s another cartridge in the mix now. So, the E-3000 has a three-cartridge setup, but it’s still a more space-friendly unit compared to other combo units on the market.
Most water softeners, including the E-3000, also reduce ionic heavy metals (lead, arsenic, and so on) in water. Still, a water softener isn’t a water filter, so you shouldn’t rely on its efficiency in reducing these contaminants.
Other than that, the E-3000 isn’t that different from the E-1000. This combo also has a flow rate of 15 GPM, requires yearly filter replacements, and comes with a lifetime warranty.
Unlike the E-1000UV, though, the E-3000 doesn’t kill microorganisms.
Kind Water E-3000UV Whole House Water Filter and Salt-Free Softening Combo With UV Review
- Filtration process: Sediment filter + Catalytic carbon + Salt-free water softener + UV lamp
- Filtration capacity: 80,000 gallons on both filters and the UV lamp (1 year), lifetime on the softener
- Flow rate: 15 GPM
- Warranty: Lifetime
- Price: $3,226.02
PROS
- Space-saving three-cartridge setup, which means easy installation and maintenance
- 15 GPM flow rate
- Removes a large variety of chemicals for healthy, clean-tasting water
- Reduces water hardness up to 1,282 mg/L so it can soften even very hard water
- Destroys the majority of microorganisms known to cause health issues
- Lifetime warranty
CONS
- The most expensive device on the list, but this isn’t surprising as it combines the whole-house filter with a softener and UV lamp
If you want ultimate filtration, the E-3000UV is the perfect solution. It removes chemicals, softens water, and kills the majority of microorganisms that infest well water.
The E-3000UV combines all the tech of the models we’ve reviewed without sacrificing quality. Like all the other Kind Water products, it has a 15 GPM flow rate, providing clean and soft water for households with up to 3 bathrooms.
This softening unit is relatively low maintenance, as the sediment filter (catalytic carbon block) and the UV lamp only need to be replaced once a year.
You’re also covered in the case of a malfunction, as it comes with a lifetime warranty. Of course, this can save you a lot of money as you don’t need to pay for repairs and replacements out of your own pocket.
The E-3000UV is the most expensive Kind Water product, but its many selling points make it well worth the price.
Finally, it’s the most complicated system on our list, so if you have no plumbing experience, you will need to hire a professional plumber to install it. Unfortunately, this will add to the already high overall costs.
Kind Water Systems Customer Reviews
Judging by the reviews online, customers are generally happy with Kind Water Systems products. They often praise the ease of installation and maintenance of these systems. Additionally, many users reported a significant increase in water quality and cleanliness once they installed a Kind Water system.
Users also seem to appreciate the fact that Kind Water systems are less bulky than traditional tank-based systems. Many reviewers are happy with how little space their Kind Water system takes up in their homes.
Lastly, users had a good experience with the shipping. In general, most users report that their systems arrived without delay.
The only real negative feedback was about the sturdiness of the devices. As they’re cartridge-based, several users reported that they’re more prone to external damage than tank-based systems. Still, if you install your unit in a safe location, this shouldn’t be an issue.
Final Thoughts
Kind Water is a trusted water filtration brand that offers products for whole-house filtration, water softening, and UV purification.
If your only concern is chemicals and sediment, the E-1000 system will do a great job for a great price. If you’re looking for a system that also eliminates microorganisms, we suggest the E-1000UV. This system combines the E-1000 with an ultra-efficient 30 mj/cm2 UV lamp.
For hard water, on the other hand, we recommend the E-3000, which brings together the E-1000 with a salt-free water-softening device.
Lastly, if you want an all-in-one device that takes care of sediment, chemicals, water hardness, and microorganisms simultaneously, the E-3000UV combo is among the best on the market. Just bear in mind that it’s the most expensive system in the Kind Water range.
