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Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter
The field-maintainable Katadyn Hiker PRO water filter is easy to use and includes handy features such as quick-connect fittings to make filtering water a cinch.
- Hiker PRO includes a field maintenance kit with cleanable filter protector to extend the cartridge life in challenging conditions
- Approximately 48 strokes per min. provide 1 liter of clean drinking water
- Quick-connect fittings permit easy installation and removal of input and output hoses; hoses also connect directly to hydration reservoirs with 0.25 in. drink tubes
- Filter physically removes particles, protozoa and bacteria down to 0.3 microns in size, including giardia, salmonella, cryptosporidia and others
- Glass-fiber element is pleated for increased surface area to handle silt and muddy water
- Activated-carbon core adsorbs chemicals and pesticides to improve taste of water
- To clean filter protector, simply swish it in the water
- Pre-filter at hose inlet filters to 150 microns, removing larger contaminants before they reach the main filter to increase its life span
- Ergonomic pump handle is comfortable and easy to pump
- Katadyn Hiker PRO water filter includes a carry sack and bottle adapter that fits most water bottles
Weight reported dry, without accessories; manufacturer-supplied specifications.
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Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter Customer Reviews
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Lightweight (8)
- Easy to use (5)
- Cleans easily (4)
- Compact (3)
- Dries easily (3)
Cons
- Poor quality (3)
Best Uses
- Hiking (6)
- Backpacking (3)
- Day trip (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (6), Advanced (5)
- Was this a gift?:
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Pros
- Convenient
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Day Trips
- Rivers
- Survival
Comments about Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter:
I have used this filter 30+ times and have never had any issues. This filter pumps out a liter of water very quickly from any source. I have never gotten sick from any of the water I have filtered. Having said that, I have only filtered water in the Sierra's streams, rivers, and lakes, as well as a few locations in Southern California. But still, no gastrointestinal issues have hit me.
This filter performs very well and is very reliable. The weak point on the filter appears to be the pump handle. If one were to apply some excessive force while pumping, I could see the handle breaking. However, with normal use this has never happened with mine.
Pros
- Cleans Easily
- Dries Easily
- Rugged
Cons
Best Uses
- Day Trips
- Extended backpacking
- Flat Waters
- Kayak Camping
- Rivers
Comments about Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter:
I have had my Katadyn Hiker Pro for 6 years and have had no problems at all. It's not the smallest or lightest available but for the money and minimal maintenance, it can't be beat. It easily connects to my Nalgene water bag hose with quick connect fittings. The hoses are long enough so I do not have to get into water. Once pumping is complete, it comes apart easily to remove excess water. In the six years I have owned this, I have yet to replace the filter.
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- No
Pros
- Cleans Easily
- Good Waterproofing
Cons
- Element issues
Best Uses
- Backpacking
- Day Trips
Comments about Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter:
The first Katadyn I had was the cheaper model. After a couple uses the intake seal developed a leak. I was on a backpacking trip and luckily I was able to awkwardly put enough pressure on it to keep it pumping. I returned and went for the Pro because of the quick release valves. I figured that would cause less wear on the seals.
I tested the new unit at home and it worked fine. The first time I used it on a backpacking trip, it kept spitting out small chunks of charcoal from the element. I assumed that this would eventually stop after I pumped a few liters. That was not the case. Katadyn has failed me twice in the field. I'm switching to a Steripen.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to Use
- Lightweight
Cons
- Poor Quality
Best Uses
- Hiking/Camping
Comments about Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter:
Returned Hiker Pro after first outing as the bottom quick connect on pump housing failed and came off. Like the size, function and water taste but quality was an issue.
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- No
Pros
- Fast
- Lightweight
Cons
- Not Durable
Best Uses
Comments about Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter:
SummaryThis filter broke my first trip using it and I don't trust its build enough to give it a second chance.IntroI bought this filter on sale as a upgrade to my MSR Miniworks. I was looking for something faster, that would last longer between cleanings, and didn't have a ceramic cartridge. The very high rating on REI's customer reviews and the recommendations of some friends convinced me to buy it over other filters. I used it on one 6-night backpacking trip to the Wind Rivers in Wyoming.Durability: I say it so often, but when it comes to backpacking gear, durability is the most important feature. It doesn't matter how fast, light, or efficient a piece of gear is if it fails. This one failed. It wasn't an utter failure; it lasted me through the end of the trip, but on day three the piece that connects the 'in' hose to the filter broke off. I was able to hold the hose in place though. Two days later the handle broke. This made filtering much more difficult and far slower. Despite the fact that I was able to use the filter the rest of the trip, it didn't impress me so when I returned it I decided to replace it with another filter. Truth be told, I could tell from the feel of the filter that it was not build with a high quality plastic, as opposed to the MSR Miniworks which, despite its drawbacks, is a well build filter.EfficiencyIf you get a filter that lasts, you should be pleased with its efficiency. At least that's my initial impression. It's slightly lighter than comparable filters (perhaps in part to its lighter, more fragile plastic) and it pumps water very quickly. I can't speak to its long term efficiency; however, since it lasted only a few days I can't comment on how its speed lasts over time. The crux of weight and use efficiency is how it maintains its speed and ease of use over time (during long trips and multiple uses). I didn't use it long enough to be able to rate its long term efficiency.ConvenienceI'm afraid that my personal experience with this filter was generally negative. Many people rave about this filter and have used it for years without the problems that I encountered, but that's the nature of individual reviews. It certainly detracted from the quality of my trip.ValueThis filter was of very poor value. I payed for a decent filter and it failed me almost immediately. The only consolation is that I could return it easily.ConclusionI'm extremely disappointed in this water filter. It broke easily and left me looking for that illusive ideal filter.
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to Use
- Good Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Hiking/Camping
- Hydration Packs
- Water Bottles
Comments about Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter:
I purchased this filter prior to a week backpacking trip in the Uinta Mountains with a group of 10 others (this was a university trip). There were other filters in the group, but I did most of the filtering on the trip, for about 8 others. The instructors carried AquaMira with them, and that worked great, but for the others with filters--including a Katadyn Vario (a larger filter designed for heavier use)--the Hiker Pro was the best.
The first decision to make regarding water cleansing is what type of cleansing is appropriate for the activities you will be involved with (chemicals, filter, UV). If you have chosen filtration as the most suitable type, then I recommend this filter. I spent quite some time debating which to buy. My original choice was going to be the SAWYER gravity filter, but after having some practical advice knocked into me by a very helpful REI employee, I chose the Hiker Pro. Gravity filter companies make a big deal about having to pump, but it is so much easier to filter at the water source than to wait for gravity. I can understand using a gravity filter for a basecamp, but not for being on the move.
I had a friend that had an MSR SweetWater filter that I almost borrowed, but when we tested it she realized the top seal was broken due to the filter casing being cracked--the cracks were barely visible, but water leaked everywhere. I assume they went thin on the plastic to save weight, but they made it too thin.
For those of you looking for a water filter as your method for cleaning water, I think you will be pleased with Katadyn's Hiker Pro.
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Pros
- None
Cons
- Poor Quality
Best Uses
- Hiking/Camping
Comments about Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter:
Just got back from my trip early because it broke. On my first use the inlet disconnected from the pump and from there it just sucked air in and no water was purified. I don't trust it.
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- No
Pros
- Compact
- Easy to Use
- Good Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Hiking/Camping
- Hydration Packs
- Travel
Comments about Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter:
I bring this filter on all of my hiking/camping trips. It is very light and takes up almost no room in my pack. The pump is very easy to use and requires no effort. Produces very good, clean water from any freshwater water source.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Quick
Cons
- Poor Quality
Best Uses
- Hiking/Camping
- Travel
- Water Bottles
Comments about Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter:
First outting for this Hiker Pro. Easy to put together and simple to understand. Loved the speed at which it pumped. On my 3rd bottle of water the hose connection (water in) hose connection valve failed and blew out onto the rocks. I was able to limp through and finish pumping but only by holding it in and pumping gently. Good thing for our backup systems.
I took it back and had it looked at and exchanged it for a new hiker pro. Willing to give it another try to see if perhaps it was isolated.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good Quality
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Hiking/Camping
Comments about Katadyn Hiker PRO Water Filter:
I bought one of these after using a friend's on a backpacking trip last year. It's very easy to operate, and I love the wide-mouth water bottle attachment. The pre-filter keeps the large particles from even getting to the carbon filter. The flow rate seems great to me, but admittedly, I've never used any other filter. Prior to this, I had only ever used AquaMira to purify water. I can say that I prefer the taste of the filtered water over chemically-purified water.
Obviously, the filter isn't as compact as a little bottle of AquaMira, but the extra space is justified.
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