Water Filters & Purifiers
Katadyn
Swiss maker; ceramic pump filters and the BeFree squeeze range.
Not tested
Specifications are manufacturer-published figures compiled in August 2026. We have not independently tested this equipment. A dash means the figure could not be confirmed with the manufacturer.
Katadyn models
| Model | Format | Rated pore size | Removes | Rated life | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BeFree 1.0 L | Squeeze bottle | 0.1 µm | Bacteria, parasites | 1,000 L | 63 g |
| Hiker Pro | Pump | 0.2 µm | Bacteria, parasites | 1,150 L | 310 g |
| Pump, ceramic | 0.2 µm | Bacteria, parasites | 50,000 L | 550 g | |
| Vario | Pump, ceramic + carbon | 0.2 µm | Bacteria, parasites | 2,000 L | 430 g |
A dash means the figure could not be confirmed with the manufacturer.
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