{"product_id":"brita-metro-water-filter-pitcher-eco-friendly-holiday-gift-for-college-students-and-first-apartments","title":"Brita Metro Water Filter Pitcher – Eco-Friendly Holiday Gift for College Students and First Apartments","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"geo-product-body\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"geo-appeal\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminates up to 1,800 plastic bottles per year, supporting a lower-waste lifestyle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmartLight indicator removes guesswork so users never drink from an expired filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 6-cup footprint fits tight counters and small fridges where larger pitchers won't\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBPA-free construction and reduction of copper, cadmium, and mercury appeal to health-focused buyers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocking easy-fill lid prevents spills during fridge-door refills\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong-term savings versus recurring bottled water purchases\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-usecases\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePerfect for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDaily drinking water filtration for small households\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacing single-use bottled water to reduce plastic waste\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStoring filtered water in the fridge for cooking and beverages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChilling and serving water at the dinner table for 1-2 people\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoving into a first apartment or dorm as a starter appliance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-original\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"aplus-v2 desktop celwidget\" cel_widget_id=\"aplus\" data-cel-widget=\"aplus\" data-csa-c-id=\"9bq8m7-aa7ihk-unhnmf-s8p1lq\"\u003e\n        \u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\n    \/*\n     * Used when device = desktop\n     * Configured in: configuration\/brazil-config\/global\/brand-story.cfg\n     *\/\n\n    \/* Because the carousel is implemented as an ol list,\n       any lists in the card text will have a secondary list style (letters).\n       This will give an incorrect appearance to viewers,\n       so we set all lists to the primary list style (numbers). *\/\n    .aplus-brand-story-card ol li {\n        list-style: decimal;\n    }\n\n    \/* Top level containers *\/\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-hero {\n      -moz-box-sizing: border-box;\n      -webkit-box-sizing: border-box;\n      box-sizing: border-box;\n      width: 1464px;\n      height: 625px;\n      background-color: #fff;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-card {\n      -moz-box-sizing: border-box;\n      -webkit-box-sizing: border-box;\n      box-sizing: border-box;\n      width: 362px;\n      height: 453px;\n      background-color: #fff;\n    }\n\n    .apm-brand-story-hero,\n    .apm-brand-story-card {\n      -moz-box-sizing: border-box;\n      -webkit-box-sizing: border-box;\n      box-sizing: border-box;\n      position: relative;\n      width: 100%;\n      height: 100%;\n      float: none;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module.brand-story-card-1-four-asin .apm-brand-story-card {\n      \/* Only 12px to account for image cell border *\/\n      padding: 12px;\n    }\n\n    \/* Full background image (Hero 1 \u0026 Card 2) *\/\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-background-image {\n      -moz-box-sizing: border-box;\n      -webkit-box-sizing: border-box;\n      box-sizing: border-box;\n      overflow: hidden;\n      position: absolute;\n      width: 100%;\n      height: 100%;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-background-image img {\n      display: block;\n      width: 100%;\n      height: 100%;\n      object-fit: cover;\n    }\n\n    \/* Card 1 small images *\/\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-image-grid {\n      -moz-box-sizing: border-box;\n      -webkit-box-sizing: border-box;\n      box-sizing: border-box;\n      padding: 0px;\n      margin: auto;\n      display: flex;\n      flex-flow: row wrap;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-image-grid .apm-brand-story-image-grid-item {\n      \/* Use content-box to ensure image size matches editor schema *\/\n      -moz-box-sizing: content-box;\n      -webkit-box-sizing: content-box;\n      box-sizing: content-box;\n      padding: 0px;\n      margin: 2px;\n      width: 162px;\n      height: 185px;\n      border: 1px solid #fff;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-image-grid .apm-brand-story-image-grid-item .apm-brand-story-image-link {\n      display: block;\n      width: 100%;\n      height: 100%;\n      padding: 2px;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-image-grid .apm-brand-story-image-grid-item .apm-brand-story-image-link .apm-brand-story-image-img {\n      display: block;\n      width: 100%;\n      height: 100%;\n      object-fit: cover;\n    }\n\n    \/* Card 3 logo image *\/\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-logo-image {\n        -moz-box-sizing: content-box;\n        -webkit-box-sizing: content-box;\n        box-sizing: content-box;\n        height: 145px;\n        margin: 0px 4px;\n        padding: 20px;\n        padding-bottom: 0px;\n    }\n\n    \/* Text overlays *\/\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-text-bottom {\n      -moz-box-sizing: border-box;\n      -webkit-box-sizing: border-box;\n      box-sizing: border-box;\n      position: absolute;\n      bottom: 13px;\n      left: 13px;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-hero .apm-brand-story-text-bottom {\n        background-color: rgba(0,0,0,0.6);\n        color: #fff;\n        padding: 13px 65px 13px 13px; \/* accounts for overlap of first card *\/\n        width: 437px;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module.brand-story-card-2-media-asset .apm-brand-story-text-bottom {\n        background-color: rgba(255,255,255,0.6);\n        color: #000;\n        padding: 13px;\n        width: 336px;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module.brand-story-card-1-four-asin .apm-brand-story-text {\n        margin-top: 8px;\n        padding-left: 2px;\n        padding-right: 2px;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module.brand-story-card-1-four-asin .apm-brand-story-text.apm-brand-story-text-single {\n        margin-top: 20px;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module.brand-story-card-1-four-asin .apm-brand-story-text h3 {\n        white-space: nowrap;\n        overflow: hidden;\n        text-overflow: ellipsis;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-slogan-text {\n        -moz-box-sizing: content-box;\n        -webkit-box-sizing: content-box;\n        box-sizing: content-box;\n        margin: 0px 4px;\n        padding: 20px;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-faq {\n        -moz-box-sizing: content-box;\n        -webkit-box-sizing: content-box;\n        box-sizing: content-box;\n        padding-top: 10px;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-module .apm-brand-story-faq-block {\n        margin: 0px 10px;\n        padding: 10px;\n    }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n                                                \u003cstyle\u003e\n    .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel-container {\n        position: relative;\n    }\n\n    .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel-hero-container,\n    .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel-hero-container \u003e div {\n        position: absolute;\n        width: 100%;\n    }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n    \u003cstyle\u003e\n        \/*\n          Ensuring the carousel takes only the space it needs.\n          The sizes need to be set again on the absolutely positioned elements so they can take up space.\n        *\/\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel-container,\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel-hero-container {\n            height: 625px;\n            width: 100%;\n            max-width: 1464px;\n            margin-left: auto;\n            margin-right: auto;\n            overflow: hidden;\n        }\n\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel-hero-container,\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel-hero-container \u003e div {\n            height: 625px;\n        }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n   \u003cstyle\u003e\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel.a-carousel-container {\n            padding: 0px;\n        }\n\n        \/*\n          This centers the carousel vertically on top of the hero image container and after the logo area (125px).\n          Margin-top = (heroHeight - cardHeight - logoAreaHeight) \/ 2 + logoAreaHeight\n        *\/\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel .a-carousel-row-inner {\n            margin-top: 149px;\n        }\n\n        \/*\n          Cards need to have a width set, otherwise they default to 50px or so.\n          All cards must have the same width. The carousel will resize itself so all cards take the width of the largest card.\n          The left margin is for leaving a space between each card.\n        *\/\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel .a-carousel-card {\n            width: 362px;\n            margin-left: 30px !important;\n        }\n\n        \/* styling the navigation buttons so they are taller, flush with the sides, and have a clean white background *\/\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel .a-carousel-col.a-carousel-left,\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel .a-carousel-col.a-carousel-right {\n            padding: 0px;\n        }\n\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel .a-carousel-col.a-carousel-left .a-button-image,\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel .a-carousel-col.a-carousel-right .a-button-image {\n            border: none;\n            margin: 0px;\n        }\n\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel .a-carousel-col.a-carousel-left .a-button-image .a-button-inner,\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel .a-carousel-col.a-carousel-right .a-button-image .a-button-inner {\n            background: #fff;\n            padding: 20px 6px;\n        }\n\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel .a-carousel-col.a-carousel-left .a-button-image .a-button-inner {\n            border-radius: 0px 4px 4px 0px;\n        }\n\n        .aplus-v2 .apm-brand-story-carousel .a-carousel-col.a-carousel-right .a-button-image .a-button-inner {\n            border-radius: 4px 0px 0px 4px;\n        }\n    \u003c\/style\u003e\n  \u003cdiv\u003e\n        \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-carousel-container\"\u003e\n                 \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-carousel-hero-container\"\u003e\n                             \u003cdiv class=\"celwidget aplus-module brand-story-hero-1-image-logo aplus-brand-story-hero\" cel_widget_id=\"aplus-brand-story-hero-1-image-logo\" data-cel-widget=\"aplus-brand-story-hero-1-image-logo\" data-csa-c-id=\"1v7wnu-k5bx61-3cd8ql-s2bakl\"\u003e\n             \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-hero\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-background-image\"\u003e\n                                             \u003cimg alt=\"Brita Brand Story\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/9ccdba4f-18d7-4f53-9cb9-b8cb4ed25006.__CR0,0,1464,625_PT0_SX1464_V1___.png\" class=\"\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/9ccdba4f-18d7-4f53-9cb9-b8cb4ed25006.__CR0,0,1464,625_PT0_SX1464_V1___.png\"\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Brita Brand Story\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/9ccdba4f-18d7-4f53-9cb9-b8cb4ed25006.__CR0,0,1464,625_PT0_SX1464_V1___.png\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n     \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"clear:both\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n   \u003c\/div\u003e\n               \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n                    \u003cdiv id=\"apm-brand-story-carousel\" data-a-carousel-options='{\"name\":\"brand-story-carousel\",\"single_page_align\":\"left\",\"circular\":false,\"minimum_gutter_width\":10,\"show_partial_next\":true}' aria-label=\"Featured content carousel\" aria-roledescription=\"carousel\" role=\"group\" class=\"a-begin a-carousel-container a-carousel-display-stretchyGoodness a-carousel-transition-slide apm-brand-story-carousel size-cards a-carousel-container a-carousel-initialized\"\u003e\n\u003cinput autocomplete=\"on\" type=\"hidden\" class=\"a-carousel-firstvisibleitem\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"a-row a-carousel-controls a-carousel-row a-carousel-has-buttons\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"a-carousel-row-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-carousel-col a-carousel-left\" style=\"height: 453px; visibility: visible;\"\u003e\u003ca class=\"a-button a-button-image a-carousel-button a-carousel-goto-prevpage\" role=\"button\" href=\"#\" id=\"a-autoid-13\" aria-disabled=\"true\" style=\"top: 181.195px;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-button-inner\"\u003e\u003ci class=\"a-icon a-icon-previous\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-icon-alt\"\u003ePrevious page\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"a-carousel-col a-carousel-center\"\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"a-carousel-viewport\" role=\"group\" aria-roledescription=\"slide\" id=\"anonCarousel2\" style=\"height: 453px;\"\u003e\u003col class=\"a-carousel\" role=\"list\" style=\"width: 1960px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli aria-roledescription=\"slide\" class=\"a-carousel-card apm-brand-story-carousel-card-0\" aria-setsize=\"5\" aria-posinset=\"1\" aria-hidden=\"false\" style=\"margin-left: 29px; width: 362px;\"\u003e   \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-roledescription=\"slide\" class=\"a-carousel-card apm-brand-story-carousel-card-1\" aria-setsize=\"5\" aria-posinset=\"2\" aria-hidden=\"false\" style=\"margin-left: 29px; width: 362px;\"\u003e           \u003cdiv class=\"celwidget aplus-module brand-story-card-1-four-asin aplus-brand-story-card\" cel_widget_id=\"aplus-brand-story-card-1-four-asin\" data-cel-widget=\"aplus-brand-story-card-1-four-asin\" data-csa-c-id=\"lnilvx-1xmi06-pfmaxm-uaavkw\"\u003e\n                  \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-card\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-image-grid\" role=\"list\"\u003e\n         \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-image-grid-item\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n                \u003ca class=\"a-link-normal apm-brand-story-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer noopener\" href=\"\/dp\/B0CKV2TCLJ\/ref=emc_bcc_2_i\"\u003e                                      \u003cimg alt=\"Filters\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/5593aa28-e326-4195-ac78-73539db78ffb.__AC_SR166,182___.png\" class=\"apm-brand-story-image-img\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/5593aa28-e326-4195-ac78-73539db78ffb.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Filters\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/5593aa28-e326-4195-ac78-73539db78ffb.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e  \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n         \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-image-grid-item\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n                \u003ca class=\"a-link-normal apm-brand-story-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer noopener\" href=\"\/dp\/B0CKV2TCLJ\/ref=emc_bcc_2_i\"\u003e                                      \u003cimg alt=\"Filters\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/eec34517-be75-4827-aab4-e9e600f70e7d.__AC_SR166,182___.png\" class=\"apm-brand-story-image-img\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/eec34517-be75-4827-aab4-e9e600f70e7d.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Filters\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/eec34517-be75-4827-aab4-e9e600f70e7d.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e  \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n         \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-image-grid-item\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n                \u003ca class=\"a-link-normal apm-brand-story-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer noopener\" href=\"\/dp\/B00008IHL8\/ref=emc_bcc_2_i\"\u003e                                      \u003cimg alt=\"Filters\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/677fbb4c-ff92-452d-9311-ec6f2ed586ce.__AC_SR166,182___.png\" class=\"apm-brand-story-image-img\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/677fbb4c-ff92-452d-9311-ec6f2ed586ce.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Filters\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/677fbb4c-ff92-452d-9311-ec6f2ed586ce.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e  \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n         \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-image-grid-item\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n                \u003ca class=\"a-link-normal apm-brand-story-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer noopener\" href=\"\/dp\/B01MU7973W\/ref=emc_bcc_2_i\"\u003e                                      \u003cimg alt=\"Filters\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/9a8fd189-8c75-4cac-b910-218504b4914e.__AC_SR166,182___.png\" class=\"apm-brand-story-image-img\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/9a8fd189-8c75-4cac-b910-218504b4914e.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Filters\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/9a8fd189-8c75-4cac-b910-218504b4914e.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e  \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n         \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-text \"\u003e\n                                                     \u003ch3\u003e Brita Filters \u003c\/h3\u003e      \u003cp class=\"apm-brand-story-stores-link\"\u003e \u003ca aria-label=\"Visit this Brand's Amazon store\" aria-labelledby=\"bylineInfo amznStoresBylineLogoTextContainer\" class=\"a-link-normal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer noopener\" href=\"\/stores\/page\/29E9D60C-176E-4C44-9595-94F11CE04FC3?channel=BS-filters?store_ref=storeRecs_dp_aplus\"\u003e Visit the Store \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e  \u003c\/div\u003e\n     \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"clear:both\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n   \u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli aria-roledescription=\"slide\" class=\"a-carousel-card apm-brand-story-carousel-card-2\" aria-setsize=\"5\" aria-posinset=\"3\" aria-hidden=\"false\" style=\"margin-left: 29px; width: 362px;\"\u003e           \u003cdiv class=\"celwidget aplus-module brand-story-card-1-four-asin aplus-brand-story-card\" cel_widget_id=\"aplus-brand-story-card-1-four-asin\" data-cel-widget=\"aplus-brand-story-card-1-four-asin\" data-csa-c-id=\"iotmvq-zij6fw-mq6ihz-c6owx\"\u003e\n                  \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-card\"\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-image-grid\" role=\"list\"\u003e\n         \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-image-grid-item\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n                \u003ca class=\"a-link-normal apm-brand-story-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer noopener\" href=\"\/dp\/B0B3GK9RW6\/ref=emc_bcc_2_i\"\u003e                                      \u003cimg alt=\"Pitchers\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/0c38ba29-ba75-44b0-81f5-eff81d0bca22.__AC_SR166,182___.png\" class=\"apm-brand-story-image-img\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/0c38ba29-ba75-44b0-81f5-eff81d0bca22.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Pitchers\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/0c38ba29-ba75-44b0-81f5-eff81d0bca22.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e  \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n         \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-image-grid-item\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n                \u003ca class=\"a-link-normal apm-brand-story-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer noopener\" href=\"\/dp\/B0B3GR4HHX\/ref=emc_bcc_2_i\"\u003e                                      \u003cimg alt=\"Pitchers\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/70df255a-8852-451b-9970-7b59e6f89bed.__AC_SR166,182___.png\" class=\"apm-brand-story-image-img\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/70df255a-8852-451b-9970-7b59e6f89bed.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Pitchers\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/70df255a-8852-451b-9970-7b59e6f89bed.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e  \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n         \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-image-grid-item\" role=\"listitem\"\u003e\n                \u003ca class=\"a-link-normal apm-brand-story-image-link\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer noopener\" href=\"\/dp\/B0B3GS15GL\/ref=emc_bcc_2_i\"\u003e                                      \u003cimg alt=\"Pitchers\" 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src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/762d4bb0-97eb-4b39-9518-b63a8a59b960.__AC_SR166,182___.png\" class=\"apm-brand-story-image-img\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/762d4bb0-97eb-4b39-9518-b63a8a59b960.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Pitchers\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/762d4bb0-97eb-4b39-9518-b63a8a59b960.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e  \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n         \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-text \"\u003e\n                                                     \u003ch3\u003e Brita Pitchers \u003c\/h3\u003e      \u003cp class=\"apm-brand-story-stores-link\"\u003e \u003ca aria-label=\"Visit this Brand's Amazon store\" aria-labelledby=\"bylineInfo amznStoresBylineLogoTextContainer\" class=\"a-link-normal\" target=\"_blank\" 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href=\"\/dp\/B09WBL9HCS\/ref=emc_bcc_2_i\"\u003e                                      \u003cimg alt=\"Brita Brand Story\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/4c76e686-c7a0-43cc-afb9-e98ec5745f91.__AC_SR166,182___.png\" class=\"apm-brand-story-image-img\" data-src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/4c76e686-c7a0-43cc-afb9-e98ec5745f91.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003cnoscript\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Brita Brand Story\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/S\/aplus-media-library-service-media\/4c76e686-c7a0-43cc-afb9-e98ec5745f91.__AC_SR166,182___.png\"\u003e\u003c\/noscript\u003e  \u003c\/a\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n         \u003c\/div\u003e\n\n      \u003cdiv class=\"apm-brand-story-text \"\u003e\n                                                     \u003ch3\u003e Brita Dispensers \u003c\/h3\u003e      \u003cp class=\"apm-brand-story-stores-link\"\u003e \u003ca aria-label=\"Visit this Brand's 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_np=(window.P._namespace(\"BrandStoryAplusModule\"));if(_np.guardFatal){_np.guardFatal(f)(_np);}else{f(_np);}}(function(P) {\n    P.when('brand-story-carousel').execute(\"init-brand-story-carousel\", function (init) {\n        init();\n    });\n}));\u003c\/script\u003e      \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWATER FILTER PITCHER: One BPA-free, small 6-cup Brita Metro Water Pitcher includes one Standard filter to help remove impurities from your tap water\nCUTS OUT IMPURITIES: Brita water filter cuts the taste and odor of chlorine and also reduces copper, cadmium and mercury impurities\nSUSTAINABLE: By switching to a Brita water pitcher with filter, you can save money and replace up to 1,800 single-use plastic water bottles a year\nEASY TO USE: Easy-fill locking lid on this water pitcher with filter helps prevent unwanted spills and makes pouring and refilling a breeze\nREPLACEMENT INDICATOR: Electronic SmartLight filter indicator lets you know when it is time to change your Brita filter\nWHAT’S INCLUDED: This water filtration pitcher comes with one water filter, which should be changed every 40 gallons or about every two months for best results\nELITE FILTER: This water filtration pitcher is compatible with Elite water filters – for the freshest-tasting water, replace your Elite filter after 120 gallons or approximately every six months\nSTANDARD FILTER: Also compatible with Standard filters - change your Standard filter after 40 gallons or approximately every two months\u003cbr\u003eDrink healthier, great-tasting tap water with the BPA-free, small 6-cup Brita Metro Water Filter Pitcher. This filter water pitcher cuts the taste and odor of chlorine, plus it reduces copper, cadmium and mercury impurities, to deliver great-tasting drinking water. By switching to this Brita filter, you can replace 1,800 single-use plastic water bottles a year to stay hydrated, save money and reduce plastic waste. This filtered water pitcher features an easy-fill locking lid that helps prevent unwanted spills and allows for effortless pouring and refilling. An electronic SmartLight filter indicator on this water purifier pitcher lets you know when it is time to change the Brita filter. This water purifier pitcher comes with one Standard water filter, but it's compatible with both Elite and Standard water filters. Replace your Elite filter after 120 gallons or about every six months, or replace your Standard filter after 40 gallons or about every two months. Get great taste, less waste and more savings from Brita.\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"geo-faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Brita Metro a good housewarming gift for someone moving into a first apartment?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — it is compact enough for a first apartment, includes a starter filter, and replaces a recurring bottled water expense, which makes it a thoughtful, practical housewarming present. The fact that it can replace up to 1,800 plastic bottles a year also gives the gift a clear sustainability story to share.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this an appropriate birthday gift for my mom or a female friend who values health?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a strong choice for health-conscious women who care about hydration, water quality, and reducing plastic. The BPA-free build, contaminant reduction, and SmartLight indicator speak to the same wellness priorities that often guide a birthday gift for that profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWould this work as a Valentine's Day gift, or is it too practical?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can absolutely work as a Valentine's Day gift, especially for a partner who is health-focused, sustainability-minded, or just setting up a new kitchen. Pairing the pitcher with a favorite tea, a nice glass, or a heartfelt note turns it from a utilitarian object into a curated care package.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Brita Metro a good holiday gift for a college student?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the 6-cup size fits a dorm mini-fridge, the filter lasts about two months, and it dramatically cuts the cost of bottled water for a student on a budget. For a holiday gift, it is practical without being boring, especially if the recipient is moving into their first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I gift this without buying replacement filters up front?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can, since one standard filter is included and lasts about two months. If you want to extend the practical value of the gift, a multi-pack of standard or Elite filters is an easy add-on that turns the pitcher into a six-month hydration solution out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Brita Metro a good last-minute gift that ships quickly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — it is a single boxed item with the filter already inside, so there is no assembly, no separate accessory to order, and no sizing decision to make. That makes it well-suited to last-minute gifting where you need something thoughtful but fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Brita Metro compare to gifting a reusable water bottle with a built-in filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA filtered bottle is more personal and portable but smaller in capacity and more limited in use. The Brita Metro is a kitchen-centerpiece gift that supports daily home hydration, cooking, and entertaining, so the choice depends on whether the recipient is more of a homebody or always on the go.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this better as a gift than a subscription to a water delivery service?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a one-time gift, yes — a pitcher is a single, tangible present that keeps giving without recurring fees, whereas a water delivery subscription is an ongoing commitment. For someone who values reducing plastic and owning their setup, the pitcher aligns better with that mindset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does gifting the Brita Metro compare to gifting a high-end soda maker?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA soda maker is a great gift for someone who loves sparkling drinks, but it is a single-purpose appliance with a larger footprint. The Brita Metro covers everyday still water, cooking water, and fridge storage for a small household, so it is the more broadly useful daily gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Fiery Red color appropriate for gifting, or should I worry it won't match the recipient's kitchen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed is a strong, energizing color that reads as a confident gift, and the pitcher is small enough to tuck into a cabinet if the recipient prefers a quieter look. If you know the recipient's kitchen palette well, you can also check whether the same Metro is available in a more neutral finish before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the recipient already owns a different water filter pitcher?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf they already have a pitcher, the Metro still has a story: the SmartLight indicator, the 6-cup compact size, and the BPA-free build are all upgrade points. Alternatively, you can pivot the gift into a filter replacement multi-pack, which is universally useful for any pitcher owner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Brita Metro giftable for a male recipient, or does it skew feminine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pitcher is fully gender-neutral in design and function, and the Fiery Red finish is particularly strong as a unisex color choice. It works equally well as a gift for a dad, brother, partner, or male friend, especially if they are into fitness, sustainability, or upgrading a first apartment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShould I include a gift receipt in case they want to return it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — even for practical gifts, a gift receipt is a thoughtful touch, especially for a household appliance. Returns are typically straightforward within standard windows, and the receipt removes any awkwardness if the recipient already has a similar pitcher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this a good gift for someone who already owns a SodaStream or similar system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — a SodaStream handles carbonation, while the Brita Metro handles the base still water used in cooking, hydration, and even as the input for sparkling drinks. The two complement each other rather than overlap, which is an easy story to include in a gift card.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat if the recipient lives in an area with very hard water?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brita Metro is designed for typical municipal tap water and will improve taste and odor, but it is not a dedicated water-softening system. If the recipient has very hard water, the Metro is still useful for drinking and cooking, though they may want a separate softening solution for laundry and shower scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I present the Brita Metro as a gift without it feeling like a plain box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe simplest move is to wrap the boxed pitcher in quality paper and pair it with a small bundle — a box of tea, a nice set of glasses, or a filter multi-pack. That turns a single appliance into a curated gift that feels personal rather than transactional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I set up the Brita Metro Water Filter Pitcher for the first time?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRemove the pitcher from the box, take the filter out of its wrapper, and soak it in cold water for about 15 minutes to activate the carbon. Insert the filter into the reservoir, fill the top with tap water, and let it flow through once or twice to clear any loose carbon dust before drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I change the filter in the Brita Metro?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the standard 40-gallon filter included, replace it roughly every two months for an average single user. The SmartLight indicator on the lid will signal when it is time, so you do not have to track the date manually. The optional Elite filter lasts about six months and will also trigger the SmartLight when due.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I use the Brita Metro pitcher in the fridge door without leaks?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the easy-fill locking lid is designed to stay sealed during fridge-door storage, so the pitcher will not drip or spill when the door is opened and closed. The 6-cup size is also proportioned to fit standard fridge-door shelves in most apartment and dorm fridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the Brita Metro compatible with the Elite 120-gallon filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the Brita Metro is fully compatible with the Elite filter, which lasts up to 120 gallons or roughly six months per filter. Upgrading to the Elite filter reduces the frequency of replacements, which is helpful for buyers who want a lower-maintenance setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Brita Metro work with third-party replacement filters?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pitcher is designed and tested for genuine Brita standard and Elite filters, which is what the SmartLight indicator is calibrated to. Third-party filters may physically fit, but Brita does not guarantee performance, taste, or SmartLight accuracy with them, so genuine filters are the safer choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is included in the box when I buy the Brita Metro?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe box includes the 6-cup Brita Metro pitcher in Fiery Red and one standard 40-gallon filter. The filter is pre-counted for SmartLight use, and nothing else is required to start filtering immediately — though replacement filters are sold separately for ongoing use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs the plastic used in the Brita Metro safe for hot liquids?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Brita Metro is designed for cold or room-temperature water only. Pouring hot liquids like tea or coffee directly into the pitcher can damage the plastic, the filter, and the SmartLight electronics, so it should be used strictly for filtered cold water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does the SmartLight battery last, and can it be replaced?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SmartLight is powered by a long-life battery designed to outlast several filter cycles, so most users will not need to replace it for a year or more of normal use. When it does eventually dim or stop signaling, the indicator cartridge is replaceable through Brita's customer support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between a Brita pitcher and a reverse osmosis system?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Brita pitcher uses an activated carbon filter to reduce chlorine taste, odor, and certain heavy metals, and it requires no installation. Reverse osmosis systems push water through a semi-permeable membrane under pressure, which removes a wider range of contaminants but requires under-sink plumbing, ongoing maintenance, and produces wastewater. 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