Product |
Main Use |
Filter Type |
Benefits |
Flow Rate* |
Filter Life** |
Weight |
Dimensions |
Ideal Use |
Carbon Attachment Compatibility |
LifeStraw Peak Series Personal Water Filter Straw |
Direct drinking from lakes, rivers, or taps (in emergencies) |
Membrane microfilter (0.2 micron) |
Removes bacteria, parasites, microplastics; durable, portable. Can attach to some standard use water bottles with 28mm thread |
2.5 L/ min (+/- 30%) |
Up to 4,000 L (1,000 gal) |
2.3 oz | 65 g |
1.26 x 7.7 in | 3.2 x 19.5 cm |
Backpacking, hiking, emergency kits |
Optional activated carbon filter can be purchased separately; improves taste and reduces chlorine; works with Peak Straw and Peak Solo |
LifeStraw Personal Water Filter |
Direct drinking from natural water sources |
Membrane microfilter (0.2 micron) |
Removes bacteria, parasites, microplastics; durable, portable; Lightweight, simple, affordable |
2.1 L/min (+/- 30%) |
Up to 4,000 L (1,000 gal) |
1.6 oz | 46 g |
9 x 1.2 in | 22.9 x 2.5 cm |
Budget-friendly outdoor adventures, emergency prep |
Not compatible with carbon attachment |
LifeStraw Solo |
Compact, direct drinking or attaching to standard water bottles |
Membrane microfilter (0.2 micron) |
Removes bacteria, parasites, microplastics; durable, portable; Ultralight, attaches to bottles, small pack size; |
2.8 L/min (+/- 30%) |
Up to 2,000 L (528 gal) |
1.7oz / 48.2g |
5.1in x 1.3in / 12.9cm x 3.30cm |
Ultralight backpacking, travel |
Optional activated carbon filter can be purchased separately; improves taste and reduces chlorine; works with Peak Straw and Peak Solo |
LifeStraw Sip |
Everyday drinking from public water fountains or taps |
Membrane microfilter (0.2 micron) |
Removes bacteria, parasites, microplastics; reusable, discreet straw design |
1.2 L/min (+/- 30%) |
Up to 500 L (132 gal) |
1.8 oz |
10 in x .5in |
Daily commuting, school, travel in areas with uncertain tap water safety |
Not compatible with carbon attachment |