Culligan ZeroWater Culligan with ZeroWater Technology 10-Cup Pitcher (ZEROFXX filter) vs PUR PPT111W (PUR PLUS 11-Cup, PPF951K filter)
Culligan ZeroWater Culligan with ZeroWater Technology 10-Cup Pitcher (ZEROFXX filter)
PUR PPT111W (PUR PLUS 11-Cup, PPF951K filter)
The short answer
PUR PPT111W (PUR PLUS 11-Cup, PPF951K filter) comes out ahead overall with 7.4/10 against 6.9/10 for the Culligan ZeroWater Culligan with ZeroWater Technology 10-Cup Pitcher (ZEROFXX filter). Culligan ZeroWater Culligan with ZeroWater Technology 10-Cup Pitcher (ZEROFXX filter) is stronger on other contaminant coverage and reliability & support. PUR PPT111W (PUR PLUS 11-Cup, PPF951K filter) is stronger on pfas reduction evidence, value, flow & daily convenience and health, materials & sustainability. At current verified prices, the Culligan ZeroWater Culligan with ZeroWater Technology 10-Cup Pitcher (ZEROFXX filter) costs about $27.01 less.
- Choose the Culligan ZeroWater Culligan with ZeroWater Technology 10-Cup Pitcher (ZEROFXX filter) if: Buyers who also want fluoride, nitrate and dissolved solids removed and accept about $430 a year in ZEROFXX filters (about $0.90 per gallon); first-year cost is roughly $450.
- Choose the PUR PPT111W (PUR PLUS 11-Cup, PPF951K filter) if: Most households that want a Total-PFAS-certified pitcher that fits in the fridge and keeps the water's minerals, at about $108 a year in filters (buy PPF951K replacements).
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Culligan ZeroWater Culligan with ZeroWater Technology 10-Cup Pitcher (ZEROFXX filter) | PUR PPT111W (PUR PLUS 11-Cup, PPF951K filter) |
|---|---|---|
| PFAS reduction evidence | 8.5IAPMO Total PFAS certification for ZEROFXX, plus 87% in TechGearLab's test of the sibling 8-cup. | 8.8IAPMO Total PFAS listing W-29904 (via TapWaterData) plus 97% in TechGearLab's test. The 99.75% figure is PUR's own claim. |
| Other contaminant coverage | 9.2Broadest removal here, including fluoride and nitrate, down to 0 TDS. | 8.0TechGearLab measured 100% lead, arsenic, uranium and microplastics, but only 14% fluoride. |
| Value | 4.5$22.99 up front, but filters cost about $0.90 per gallon (Water Filter Guru), roughly $430 a year. | 6.8$50 on Amazon from a third-party seller. Filters cost about $108 a year, roughly $0.22 per gallon. |
| Installation & cabinet fit | 7.510-cup fridge pitcher. | 7.511-cup pitcher that fits a standard fridge shelf. |
| Flow & daily convenience | 5.0Filters slowly and lasts only about 20 gallons; comes with a TDS meter. | 5.5About 30–34 minutes per gallon, with a small fill opening. Has an LED filter-change light; filters last 40 gallons. |
| Health, materials & sustainability | 5.0Removes minerals and lowers pH; short-lived filters create a lot of cartridge waste. | 6.5Plastic body; the product page doesn't state BPA-free. Leaves minerals in and doesn't change pH. |
| Reliability & support | 6.0Sold by Amazon. Owners report a fishy taste once the filter is spent. | 5.5TechGearLab reported the lid breaking off. Replacement filters are easy to find. |
Specifications
| Spec | Culligan ZeroWater Culligan with ZeroWater Technology 10-Cup Pitcher (ZEROFXX filter) | PUR PPT111W (PUR PLUS 11-Cup, PPF951K filter) |
|---|---|---|
| Filter type | 5-stage ion exchange + activated carbon (Culligan ZEROFXX) | Activated carbon + ion exchange gravity cartridge (PUR PLUS PPF951K) |
| PFAS certification (as stated by maker) | IAPMO, NSF/ANSI 53 Total PFAS (ZEROFXX; TapWaterData, Water Filter Guru) | IAPMO R&T, NSF/ANSI 53 Total PFAS, certificate W-29904 (TapWaterData, verified 2026-08-30); 99.75% is PUR's datasheet claim |
| Third-party certified for PFAS | Yes | Yes |
| Independent lab total PFAS reduction | — | 97 % |
| Filtration stages | 5 | — |
| Filter capacity (primary cartridge) | 20 gal | 40 gal |
| Rated filter life | — | 2 months |
| Est. annual filter cost | 432 USD | 108 USD |
| Pure-to-drain ratio (RO) | N/A (no wastewater) | N/A (no wastewater) |
| Needs electrical outlet | No | No |
| Uses dedicated faucet (drilling may be needed) | No | No |
| Water capacity | 10 cups | 11 cups |
| Pitcher body material | Plastic | Plastic |
Culligan ZeroWater Culligan with ZeroWater Technology 10-Cup Pitcher (ZEROFXX filter)
Pros
- Certified for Total PFAS with the ZEROFXX filter
- Removes fluoride, nitrate and dissolved solids
- Low pitcher price
- Sold by Amazon
Cons
- Most expensive pick to run
- Short 20-gallon filter life
- Slow filtering
- Lowers pH (7.6 to 6.6 in Water Filter Guru's test) and removes minerals
The best choice when fluoride and dissolved solids are the concern. For PFAS alone, the PUR costs far less over time.
Full Culligan ZeroWater Culligan with ZeroWater Technology 10-Cup Pitcher (ZEROFXX filter) review →PUR PPT111W (PUR PLUS 11-Cup, PPF951K filter)
Pros
- Certified for Total PFAS under NSF/ANSI 53
- 97% total PFAS removal in lab testing
- Removes lead, arsenic, uranium and microplastics
- Moderate annual filter cost
- Leaves minerals and pH alone
Cons
- Slow, about 30 to 34 minutes per gallon
- TechGearLab had the flip-top lid break
- Small fill opening
- The Amazon listing is from a third-party seller
The strongest mix of certification, lab results and running cost in this group. It is slow and the lid is a weak point, but it is the pitcher most households should buy.
Full PUR PPT111W (PUR PLUS 11-Cup, PPF951K filter) review →Both products are part of our guide The Best PFAS-Removing Water Filter Pitchers of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.