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5 Reasons Why New Homeowners Are Installing This Water Filter In Their New Kitchen

By Sarah Jameson
Home DIY & Revamp Specialist

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Did you know: in 2023, over 250,000 first-time buyers took out a mortgage for their first home.

For many of them, that first house is special. A place to call your own, a place where you can plan the rest of your life & a place where you can have things just the way you want.

But a horrible realisation hits people after they run the tap for the first time - it tastes more like a swimming pool than water.

Here are 5 reasons why thousands of new homeowners's first addition to their new house is a water filter.

1. Easy 10-Minute Setup

If you can change a light bulb, you can fit the Water2 Pod 2.0.

It connects directly to your existing cold-water line; no confusing tools, no countertop clutter, and no ugly taps.

2. Makes Water Taste Like Bottled — Without the Bottles

That sharp chlorine tang? Gone.

Tea and squash taste purer. Even pasta water smells fresher.

Independent labs confirm: up to 95.28% chlorine reduction, 99.99% microplastic removal* — while keeping some healthy minerals intact.

My husband stopped buying bottled water within a week.

That’s about £300 a year saved, plus fewer plastic bottles in the bin.

3. Designed for Busy People, Not Engineering Wizzes

Most filtration systems feel like an expensive chemistry set or a plastic piece of junk.

Water2 was built by real people — for real UK homes.

  • One filter capsule lasts up to 12 months.
  • Built-in smart buzzer reminds you when to change.
  • All parts included — no hidden extras.

You should be able to have your filtered water straight from the tap - you shouldn't need to think about it.

4. Trusted by 180,000+ UK Homes

It's not just new homeowners. Mums, dads, sons, daughters and everyone in between is making sure the water coming out of their tap is filtered, fresh and delicious.

With over 10,000 5* reviews and countless news publications it's no wonder Water2 filters are being set up all over the country.

5. A No-Brainer Money Back Guarantee

Unlike your first house, with a Water2 filter you can try the filter out for 99 days and if you don't taste, smell and feel the difference you can return it for a full no questions asked refund.

Customer Reviews

Overall rating: 4.6 / 5 from 25141 reviews.

Customer photo review of Rainfall Capsule

Does what it’s supposed to giving us reassurance we’re cleansing our bodies with good water. And was so easy to replace.

Rainfall Capsule

I love the water filter No. 2 - but we had to get a plumber out to fit it as we did when we got water filter No. 1. But now it's fitted we are loving it.

The Pod 2.0 Starter Kit

excellent at softening shower water

Rainfall Capsule

It’s does what it says on the box. I was sceptical but thought after deliberating, to give it a go. I am very pleased we did. The difference in the taste of the water is immediate and to be honest, a huge relief. The showerhead is good as well, just wish you could alter the angle perhaps a little more but again, does make a difference. I understand that the filters have to be changed yearly so providing they are not too expensive, the whole thing is brilliant. Easy to install, clean and sharp and small to house!

Water2 Home Bundle

Another year of clean drinking water👌 easy to replace the old one and we appreciate the discount on purchasing the new one! Another year of having confidence that my family ‘s drinking water is safe! Thank you ❤️

2.0 Replacement Capsule

Lovely and easy to replace.

V2 Shower Capsule

Replaced the filter but the old case didn’t fit . I called the company incase I had accidentally order the incorrect filter and they sent a replacement shell straight away . Can’t fault this organisation!

2.0 Shell Casing (Manual Request)

I can easily describe the taste of my water as amazing! I love the convenience and the taste is just fantastic. Highly recommend!

Pod 2.0 + Fluoride Filter Bundle

The new capsule is great, so much easier to fit.

V2 Shower Capsule

Water2 made good and shipped a modified outer shell to accommodate the new wider water cartridge.

2.0 Shell Casing (Manual Request)

My son in law fitted the filters(got bad back) he had no problems as he had recently done his filters.the water is nice and tasty 😄 Still think they are abit pricey though.

Pod 2.0 + Fluoride Filter Bundle

From the customer service to product, all has been great! Would highly recommend!

Shower Filter 2.0

This is our second year of using this product and it’s great and we are happy with our replacement capsule.

2.0 Replacement Capsule

Old filter started to bleep so ordered a new one which was easy to fit Great product

2.0 Replacement Capsule

Customer service were excellent when I struggled to fit my filter. Advised these adapters which are perfect. Now all up and running and I love it. Thanks

Adaptor Set (Manual Request)

Great kit. Easy to fix on if you have flexi pipes. Crisp, clear water.

The Pod 2.0 Starter Kit

Can't believe the difference it makes, the tap water now tastes so much nicer, tea and coffee taste better too. Brilliant devise, we've recommended it to several of our friends.

The Pod 2.0 Starter Kit