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Finally tap water tastes good!
The Lotus Vita water filter not only reliably ensures the reduction of lime, heavy metals, pesticides and drug residues from tap water, it also produces slightly alkaline water at the same time. In addition to reducing pollutants, the Lotus Vita filter system also remineralizes the filtered water, which is noticeable in terms of taste: The water tastes wonderfully soft!
Overview
- Which pollutants are filtered out of the tap water?
- How does the filtered water taste?
- Who should have a lotus Vita water filter?
- First use of the Lotus Vita water filter
- Filter change and operating costs
- Recommended accessories
- Technical specification
- Scope of delivery
Which pollutants are filtered out of the tap water?
The multi-level Lotus-Vita filter system consists of 4 phases. In the first three phases lime, pollutants such as heavy metals, drug residues or pesticides are filtered out of the tap water using high-performance activated carbon and ion exchangers. Among others, the following substances are filtered out:
- Pesticides such as atrazine or hexazinone, each at 99.9 %
- Painkillers such as ibuprofen or diclofenac at 99.9 %
- Heavy metals such as lead at 96.9 %, copper at 99.3 %, mercury at 99.3 % or nickel at 97.7 %
- Hormone-containing drugs such as the contraceptive pill or antibiotics at 64.2 %
The full test report on the filtering capacity of the Lotus Vita water filter / cartridges is available here (PDF download).
How does the filtered water taste?
The tap water filtered with the Lotus Vita water filter tastes fantastically soft. This is achieved by the fourth phase of the Lotus Vita water filtration system: the water is remineralized with the help of bio-active ceramics (including magnesium, calcium, tourmaline, quartz sand and effective microorganisms). This shifts the pH level of the water to slightly alkaline, which leads to the soft taste experience.
Who should have a lotus Vita water filter?
- 1-3 person household: The Lotus Vita water filter is designed to filter 3-8 liters of water daily. Perfect for a 1-3 person household.
- Alkaline water: Those who value slightly alkaline water will be delighted by the Lotus Vita water filter. Due to the remineralization of the filtered water, the pH value of the water shifts to slightly alkaline.
- Uncomplicated: The Lotus Vita water filter is a very uncomplicated way to purify tap water - namely without connection to the domestic water installation.
- Handy dimensions: The Lotus Vita water filter not only is compact, its practical handle makes it easy to grab even with small hands.
- Filter cartridge: after 2-3 months at approx. 8 liters per day
- Lime filter pad: after approx. 3-8 weeks, depending on the hardness of the tap water
- Material: filter carafe incl. lid and filter insert made of BPA-free plastic
- Dimensions: 28 cm height; 27 cm width, 11.5 cm depth
- Filter speed: 2-4 minutes per liter
- Capacity: Filling tank with 1.2 liters and filtered water tank with 1.6 liters
- Lotus Vita filter carafe
- Filling tank
- 1x Lotus filter cartridge
- 1x Lime filter
- Lime filter lid
First use of the Lotus Vita water filter
The Lotus Vita water filter is very easy to assemble. However, it is important that the filter cartridge and the limescale filter pad are rinsed with water before use. The following video created by the manufacturer will show you how it is done:
Filter change and operating costs
The Lotus Vita water filter is operated with a filter cartridge and the lime filter pad.
The filters must be replaced at the following intervals:
Thus the operating costs add up to approx. 14 € per month or 0,43 € per day (annual package only approx. 12 € per month or 0,40 € per day)
Recommended accessories
Filter cartridge
The matching filter cartridge can be purchased either individually or as an annual set at a preferential price:
Limescale filter
The Lotus lime filter pad is also offered in an annual set:
Water purifier with crystal stones
The Lotus water enhancer can be used to further revitalize filtered and remineralized tap water. For this purpose, a crystal stone compartment with a fine selection of rock crystals, rose quartz and amethysts is attached below the filter cartridge.
Technical specification
Scope of delivery
Questions & Answers about the Product
Ask a questionTotal 5 question(s)
The Lotus Vita homepage states that the optional crystal stone compartment and the UF membrane cannot be used at the same time. Why is this not possible?
Question submitted by Kristina on August 10, 2022 at 00:19 o'clock
Hello Kristina,
Thank you very much for your question.
Both the container of the UF - membrane and the container of the crystal stones are connected to the filter cartridge.
Therefore, they cannot be used together. The bigger water dispenser allows you to attach the UF membrane to the cartridge and the crystal stones can simply be placed on the bottom of the vessel.
Best Regards,
Your GrueneSmoothies.de team
Beanwortet am 08.10.2022 um 10:27 Uhr
Does the filter also contain silver for antibacterial reasons, as is the case with Brita cartridges?
Question submitted by Luba on November 27, 2021 at 16:06 o'clock
Hello Luba
Thank you for your question.
The attempt to reduce microbial bacteria with silver has not been proven to be effective.
Lotus Vita therefore has not used silver in its filters since 2012.
Best regards,
Your GrueneSmoothies.com Team
Beanwortet am 29.11.2021 um 17:52 Uhr
Good day, do you have to put the filter cartridge in the refrigerator after use, or can you just leave it in there until it needs to be replaced after about 2 months?
Question submitted by Kevin on January 8, 2021 at 21:28 o'clock
Hello Kevin,
Thank you very much for your question.
The filter cartridge lacks the nutrients for excessive germ contamination or mold growth.
Therefore, you can always leave the cartridge in the water filter, but should filter about 1.5 – 2 litres of water daily.
You must seal the cartridge in an airtight box or in a bag, and then store it in the refrigerator if you are not going to use it for a few days.
This allows the cartridge to be stored in the refrigerator for 2-3 weeks.
Best regards,
Your GrueneSmoothies.com team
Beanwortet am 02.08.2021 um 09:59 Uhr
It also says that zinc is filtered out, here on the website it does not say that.
Question submitted by Hannes on July 14, 2021 at 09:06 o'clock
Hello Hannes,
Thank you very much for your message.
The activated carbon in the filter cartridge cannot distinguish between harmful heavy metals and “good” transition metals or trace elements.
This is the reason why zinc is filtered out. In the case of general deficiency symptoms, zinc can also be added to the body separately via supplements.
Best regards from Berlin!
Betsy from the GrueneSmoothies.com team
Beanwortet am 14.07.2021 um 12:54 Uhr
Good day. Is fluoride also removed from the water? Lg
Question submitted by Leniya Zadeh on June 30, 2021 at 12:25 o'clock
Hello Leniya,
Thank you very much for your message.
Gaseous fluorides cannot be filtered. Bound fluoride is partially reduced. Neither we nor the manufacturer can make any binding statement about the percentage filtered out,
Best regards from Berlin,
Betsy from the GrueneSmoothies.com team
Beanwortet am 30.06.2021 um 16:14 Uhr
Reviews
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Filter great, jug mediocreThe filtering properties and the taste of the filtered water are very convincing. With the hard water in Berlin, the activated carbon filter (pre-filter) lasts about 3 weeks. The costs for the filters are quite substantial.
The criticism is the poor quality of the plastic jug. The plastic, especially on the lid and handle, is very thin and therefore unstable. After just 4 weeks, our lid had a crack in the plastic housing. -
[5 of 5 Stars]
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Very goodI am thrilled. The water is crystal clear and tastes great. I am glad that I no longer have to carry heavy beverage crates. Simply perfect.
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[5 of 5 Stars]
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No more annoying deposit bottles !!!Hello,
i am enthusiastic about the Lotus Vita water filter
It saves a lot of effort - I can't remember the last time I bought water at the supermarket ;) -
[5 of 5 Stars]
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Who dares winsFor a long time I was skeptical whether a water filter really delivers what it promises.
In the meantime, I must say that I am upset not to have tried the Lotus Vita water filter earlier. Many people, including my former self, are have the opinion - water = water, but this is definitely wrong. The water simply tastes much fresher, one could say, more alive.
I am NOT esoteric, even if one or the other has already put me in this category based on the text.
