AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01) vs Filterbaby All-Metal Shower Filter Pro
AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01)
Filterbaby All-Metal Shower Filter Pro
The short answer
Filterbaby All-Metal Shower Filter Pro comes out ahead overall with 6.2/10 against 5.8/10 for the AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01). AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01) is stronger on install & maintenance. Filterbaby All-Metal Shower Filter Pro is stronger on verified filtration performance, filter life & running cost, health & materials and build quality & durability. At current verified prices, the AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01) costs about $16.80 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 Filterbaby All-Metal Shower Filter Pro if: Buyers who specifically want a metal housing and strong water pressure, and accept that it isn't certified.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01) | Filterbaby All-Metal Shower Filter Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Verified filtration performance | 5.5Real DBP reduction in WFG's lab, but only 44% chlorine reduction. IAPMO listing unconfirmed at model level. | 6.086% chlorine reduction in one lab test. Not certified, with inconsistent THM results. |
| Flow & spray experience | 8.0Four spray modes and 1.63 gpm measured against a 1.8 gpm rating. | 8.0Kept 94% of flow, the best retention among the picks. |
| Filter life & running cost | 3.5$40 every 3 months, about $160 a year, with no subscription discount. | 4.53-month cartridge. Refill price not confirmed. |
| Install & maintenance | 7.0Standard head swap. 30-day return window. | 5.5Large unit that hangs below the head. Restocking and label fees on returns. |
| Health & materials | 6.0KDF media, so a possible zinc and copper pathway. No lead-free certification confirmed. | 7.0Metal housing. No lead-free certification. |
| Build quality & durability | 6.5No major tester complaints. Finish durability not documented. | 7.5Rated most durable, but only by one tester. |
| Value | 5.0$119 plus $160 a year for mixed filtration results. | 5.0$139 for mid-level, single-source filtration evidence. |
Specifications
| Spec | AquaTru AquaTru Shower (90AT01SH01) | Filterbaby All-Metal Shower Filter Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Filtered fixed showerhead | Inline filter (uses existing showerhead) |
| Filter media | Copper-zinc (KDF) + calcium sulfite + catalytic carbon | Pleated microfilter + activated carbon |
| Rated cartridge capacity | 1,300 gallons | — |
| Recommended cartridge life | 3 months | 3 months |
| Measured chlorine reduction (WaterFilterGuru) | 44 % | 86 % |
| Rated flow | 1.8 gpm | — |
| Measured flow (WaterFilterGuru) | 1.63 gpm | 1.63 gpm |
| Spray settings | 4 settings | — |
| Replacement cartridge price | 40 USD | — |
| Housing material | — | Titanium-aluminum alloy (metal) |
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 →Filterbaby All-Metal Shower Filter Pro
Pros
- Metal housing instead of plastic
- Kept 94% of flow in testing
- Cut chlorine 86%
- Rated most durable build by WaterFilterGuru
Cons
- Not NSF-listed
- Inconsistent THM results; totals rose in one test
- 3-month cartridges, with running cost higher than the leaders
- Large unit that hangs low; restrictive return terms
A niche pick for the metal-housing and pressure-focused. The evidence is thin, so buy it knowing it isn't certified.
Full Filterbaby All-Metal Shower Filter Pro 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.