Black Replacement Water Filter - Replacement For Berkey BB9-2 and Gravity-Fed Water Filter Systems

Needed to replace my black Berkey filters in my Big Berkey. Can't get the Berkey filters anymore, so tried these. The flow is just like new, and the water tastes just like it did when my Berkey filters were new. Priming was easy and everything you need to prime and test is in the box (red dye and blue primer). I checked out the online list of what is filtered out and it's quite extensive. They don't claim to filter bacteria but from what I read online, that's what got Berkey into trouble with the EPA. I like the idea of replacing once per year since some contaminants are reduced to a greater extent than others. Plus it's priced attractively compared to Berkey. Seems reasonable for something as important as my drinking water. Good job Boroux, five stars!

We have used our Berkey for years and I love the asthetic and the long-lasting filters. I understand that recent events with the EPA have questioned the efficacy of those filters. I tried to learn more about this and honestly just got really confused. But I want a gravity powered (no electricity needed) option to make our water healthier, and I don’t want to buy a new filter every 1-4 months.Enter Boroux!! Who answered my prayers and needs! I am so glad that these filters are compatible with the system I already have, and that they are fully honest and transparent in their claims with the facts/proof to back it up.I am so thankful that this affordable and reliable solution is on the market. Seriously, God bless you guys! Having a system like this can last my family years and I feel great about drinking this water. Simple and delicious, as water should be! 🤩

This is my first replacement for the black filters since purchasing the Berkey system a couple years ago. There were no issues with installation or leakage. I always add the Fluoride filters on the bottom and they fit perfectly.

I had Berkeys for years and always past the red dye test. This new boroux set , with the same test, filters significant amount but water is still a slight pink color. I had to filter some really nasty water in part with Berkeys and trusted them. This new set leaving a pink tinge has left some doubts now. Reading other reviews with similar commentary unfortunately leads me in wanting to find another brand.

Stop being jerked around by Berkey, which does not sell BB9-2 Filter refills for their filter systems.This seems to be a very fitting substitution for the BB9-2 Filters. I put these Boroux cartridges into the Berkey housing today and thus far I am VERY PLEASED with the taste of the filtered water. I believe it tastes better than with the original Berkey filters. I don't know what NSF standards these meet, but the water is super clear and does taste great! THANK YOU BOROUX!!!

They finally came and these guys have pulled off perfection once again. I recently put their black spigot on my beloved zero metallic taste all glass “The Water Machine” and won’t ever stop smiling about how well it’s made and works after trying/experiencing endless crappy spigots, and now they’ve clearly perfected the filters as well. Not only do they filter/function excellent, they seat in the chamber better than all the others I’ve had over the years and come with an awesome/effective priming system and the test dye. All these guys have to do to now to be the reigning champions of this version of water filtering (imo) is offer a “perfect” all glass version, an option for a version of Santevia’s mineral rocks for both the minerals and bumping things alkaline a couple degrees, and a heavy duty reversible stand that can be either the common 6 inches or higher at 9 for tall water bottles, stock pots, etc (like mine is) since their spigot never splashes at any level you put it. If they do I’ll start buying them to gift to everyone I care about. Why skimp on your water?

I updated my rating when Amazon customer service came to my rescue with replacing a defective part quickly. I was impressed. Poor customer service for defect part replacement. Still waiting for response from 12 days ago. Installation was not easy. The water taste is exceptionally great. Thanks.

When I couldn't locate any Berkey brand black filters ANYWHERE, I did an online chat on the Berkey website, asking where I could find their replacement filters. They proceeded to gaslight me by sending me to non-existent websites of retail distributors or ones that showed SOLD OUT only. Did a lot of lengthy research, then came back to the chat and explained that I had discovered the REAL story about the FDA yanking them from sale. That's when I found out that Berkey already KNEW about it and had sent me on a wild goose chase. Boroux has stepped in to fill the void with a comparable, compatible, available, and arguably less expensive version. Beautiful packaging PLUS each pair of filters comes with a primer and dye reset that Berkey charges an extra $20 for. Berkey says they're gearing up to start manufacturing their black filters again, but for me, it's a case of too little too late. I'm sticking with Boroux.