# Waterdrop CTF-01 Countertop Water Filter Tap, 5-Stage, 8,000 Gallons

The Waterdrop CTF-01 is a manual, pressure-driven countertop water filter tap with a claimed 5-stage filter and capacity of up to 8,000 gallons. Its listing describes mineral addition as well as contaminant reduction, so it is not presented as a low-TDS treatment system.

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- Market: UK
- Language: en-GB
- Currency: GBP
- Brand: Waterdrop
- Model: WD-CTF-01
- Category: Tools & Garden > Electrical & Plumbing
- Price: 66.49 GBP
- Previous price: 84.99 GBP
- Discount: 22%
- Price checked: 2026-11-14T19:36:27.325Z
- Rating: 4.4 / 5
- Reviews: 4180

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## At a glance

- Five-stage filtration is claimed to reduce chlorine, sediment and certain other contaminants, including heavy metals.
- Listing states that the filter adds minerals and does not lower TDS. TDS may initially rise.
- Claimed service life is up to 12 months or 8,000 gallons, varying with water conditions.
- Manual operation uses water pressure, with a stated maximum flow rate of 1.6 gallons per minute.

## Pros

- Countertop, water-pressure operation does not require a powered supply.
- The listed capacity and service-life estimate offer a clear replacement-planning reference, subject to actual water conditions.
- Listing describes a switch for changing between tap water and filtered water.

## Cons

- This is not a low-TDS option. The listing explicitly says mineral addition means it does not lower TDS and may raise it initially.

## Specifications

### Identity
- Brand: Waterdrop
- Model: WD-CTF-01
### Filtration and operation
- Purification method: 5-stage filtration
- Power configuration: Manual \(Water Pressure\)
- Capacity: 8000 gallons
- Maximum flow rate: 1.6 Gallons Per Minute
- Operating pressure range: 15-100 Pounds per Square Inch
- Lower temperature range: 41 Degrees Fahrenheit
- Upper temperature rating: 38 Degrees Celsius
- Supported water TDS level maximum: 1000
### Dimensions and installation
- Installation type: Countertop
- Dimensions listed: 39.2L x 18.5W x 15H centimetres
- Weight listed: 4.07 Pounds
### Materials and protection
- Material listed: 1
### Service life
- Product shelf life: 12 Months

## Before you buy

- The listing says 8,000 gallons or 12 months, with life varying by water conditions. It also states the system adds minerals and does not reduce TDS. The listed 1.6-gallon-per-minute rate is a maximum, not a stated guaranteed flow in every installation. Material is recorded as “1” in the technical details, while feature text separately claims 304 food-grade stainless steel. Confirm the intended material and that the dimensions and pressure range suit your installation.

## In the box

- Countertop water filtration system \(quantity 1\) (Included)

## A good fit for

- Households wanting a countertop, manually operated filter tap and prepared to replace the filter according to water conditions and usage.
- Buyers seeking the listing's claimed chlorine, sediment and heavy-metal reduction while retaining or adding minerals.

## Less suited to

- Anyone specifically seeking lower-TDS water or reverse-osmosis treatment.
- Buyers who need independently verified filtration performance or a confirmed material specification.

## Customer feedback

Customer feedback highlights ease of installation, attractive design, perceived filter quality, improved taste and value. Reports on filtration performance are mixed, with some customers saying it works well and others saying it does not meet their needs. Some also report cloudy unfiltered water. For buyers considering the stated 5-stage system, these differing experiences matter because the listing's performance claims are not independently verified and may not address every water concern.
- Positive themes: Customers describe installation as easy and the design as attractive.
- Positive themes: Customers report better-tasting water and positive perceptions of filter quality and value.
- Negative themes: Some customers report cloudy unfiltered water.
- Mixed feedback: Customer feedback on filtration performance is mixed. Some say it performs well, while others say it does not work for their needs.

## Frequently asked questions

### Does the Waterdrop CTF-01 reduce TDS?
No. The listing says it does not lower TDS and that added beneficial minerals may raise the reading initially.
### What capacity and service life are claimed?
The listing claims up to 8,000 gallons or 12 months, and says actual service life may vary with water conditions.
### Does it need electricity?
The listed power configuration is manual operation using water pressure.
### What material is the tap made from?
The technical details show the material as “1”, while feature text claims 304 food-grade stainless steel. The listing is inconsistent, so confirm the material before buying.

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## Add-ons

- [Waterdrop CFF-01 Replacement Filter for CTF-01 Water Filter Tap \| 5-Stage Tap Water Filter, 12-Months Longer Filter Life, Reduces Heavy Metals, Bad Taste and Up to 99% of Chlorine](https://bargainpostbox.co.uk/visit/waterdrop-ctf-01-countertop-water-filter-tap)

## Images

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