AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01) vs AquaYouth 2.0 Carbon (UBS UMV-DS10CR)
AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01)
The short answer
AquaYouth 2.0 Carbon (UBS UMV-DS10CR) comes out ahead overall with 7.2/10 against 5.8/10 for the AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01). AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01) is stronger on flow & spray experience and install & maintenance. AquaYouth 2.0 Carbon (UBS UMV-DS10CR) is stronger on verified filtration performance, filter life & running cost, health & materials and value. At current verified prices, the AquaYouth 2.0 Carbon (UBS UMV-DS10CR) costs about $64.25 less.
- Choose the AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01) if: Buyers replacing their head who want several spray modes, a 1.8 gpm CA/NY-compliant flow, and some DBP reduction, and accept weaker chlorine removal.
- Choose the AquaYouth 2.0 Carbon (UBS UMV-DS10CR) if: Buyers who want an NSF-listed inline filter for about $55. Keeps your current fixed head or handheld.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01) | AquaYouth 2.0 Carbon (UBS UMV-DS10CR) |
|---|---|---|
| Verified filtration performance | 5.5Real DBP reduction in WFG's lab, but only 44% chlorine reduction. IAPMO listing unconfirmed at model level. | 7.5NSF 177 listing confirmed. No independent US lab percentage. |
| Flow & spray experience | 8.0Four spray modes and 1.63 gpm measured against a 1.8 gpm rating. | 6.82.0 gpm certified flow. Keeps your existing head. |
| Filter life & running cost | 3.5$40 every 3 months, about $160 a year, with no subscription discount. | 7.0$24.95 every 3–4 months, about $85 a year. |
| Install & maintenance | 7.0Standard head swap. 30-day return window. | 6.5May need an extra-large wrench, which isn't included. 12-month warranty. |
| Health & materials | 6.0KDF media, so a possible zinc and copper pathway. No lead-free certification confirmed. | 7.3No KDF media. NSF 372 lead-free is claimed by the brand, but NSF's 177 entry carries no lead-free marker. |
| Build quality & durability | 6.5No major tester complaints. Finish durability not documented. | 6.5No tester reports of flimsiness. |
| Value | 5.0$119 plus $160 a year for mixed filtration results. | 8.0Cheapest NSF-listed option, at about $140 for the first year. |
Specifications
| Spec | AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01) | AquaYouth 2.0 Carbon (UBS UMV-DS10CR) |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Filtered fixed showerhead | Inline filter (uses existing showerhead) |
| Certified to NSF/ANSI 177 (chlorine) | — | Yes |
| Filter media | Copper-zinc (KDF) + calcium sulfite + catalytic carbon | Coconut-husk activated carbon + ceramic |
| Rated cartridge capacity | 1,300 gallons | 3,500 gallons |
| Recommended cartridge life | 3 months | 3.5 months |
| Measured chlorine reduction (WaterFilterGuru) | 44 % | — |
| Rated flow | 1.8 gpm | 2 gpm |
| Measured flow (WaterFilterGuru) | 1.63 gpm | — |
| Spray settings | 4 settings | — |
| Replacement cartridge price | 40 USD | 24.95 USD |
AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01)
Pros
- Four spray modes
- Reduced three byproducts in lab testing
- 1.63 gpm measured flow
- Meets CA/NY 1.8 gpm limit
Cons
- Only 44% chlorine reduction
- Hardness rose about 19% in testing
- $40 filters every 90 days, with no subscription discount
- Not on NSF's 177 list; 30-day returns
A spray-focused head with a real byproduct result but a weak chlorine one. Choose it for the modes, not the filtration.
Full AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01) review →AquaYouth 2.0 Carbon (UBS UMV-DS10CR)
Pros
- NSF/ANSI 177 listing at a budget price
- No KDF media
- Low refill cost
- Works with fixed heads and handhelds
- 12-month warranty
Cons
- No independent US lab chlorine figure; the 99% claim comes from a Korean institute
- NSF entry carries no lead-free marker
- Shorter 3,500-gallon cartridge life
- Install may need a large wrench
A sensible, certified choice for cost-conscious buyers. It has less lab proof than the Weddell, but it costs far less to start.
Full AquaYouth 2.0 Carbon (UBS UMV-DS10CR) review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Shower Filters of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.