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How long do shower filters last?
Of the 15 shower and faucet filters we list, 14 state a filter life; the most common is 6-12 months (9).
Shower and faucet filters are one category here, so the figures cover both.
One has no filter life on file.
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- 6 brands
- updated September 25, 2026
Counted from the filter life each maker states. How we score and check
Filter life, as the makers state it
- 6-12 months 9
- Under 6 months 4
- 1-2 years 1
The 15 products behind this answer
Best overall score first. Each links to its full review, where the score is broken down.
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What this means
- It is the maker's figure. For the part you replace most often.
- Hard or dirty water shortens it. Expect less if your water is rough.
- A guide, not a promise. Read it as the figure for ordinary water.
The ranked lists
Every product we score in these categories, in order, with the reasons for each place.
Compare them head to head
Comparisons in Shower & Faucet between products and brands in this answer.
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