Manufacturer research Specifications checked 2026-10-25 US model
Katadyn BeFree 1.0L Water Filter
An exact U.S. 1.0 L soft-flask model (Article 8018006) with a manufacturer-listed 0.1-micron hollow-fiber filter, 63 g system weight, and maximum flow rating. Confirm the hazard and cold limits in the U.S. manual.
- Reservoir capacity
- 1 L Manufacturer source for Reservoir capacity (checked 2026-10-25; opens in a new tab)
- Listed pore size
- 0.1 μm Manufacturer source for Listed pore size (checked 2026-10-25; opens in a new tab)
- Listed filter-system weight
- 63 g Manufacturer source for Listed filter-system weight (checked 2026-10-25; opens in a new tab)
Is it right for your household?
A portable fresh-water plan that uses a collapsible 1 L reservoir and field-cleanable filter.
The required model is the EU 1 L version or a 0.6 L/3.0 L BeFree; this record is U.S. Article 8018006 only.
More fit considerations
Other situations to consider
- Someone able to protect a wetted hollow-fiber filter from freezing and follow its exact U.S. manual.
- A route where official local guidance confirms the specific treatment method fits the known water hazard.
Other reasons to choose a different setup
- Viruses, salt, brackish water, or chemical contamination are a concern; the listed manufacturer claims do not cover those uses.
- A decision depends on the exact external dimensions: the current product page and U.S. family manual disagree on the 1.0 L height, so confirm fit against the actual product.
Manufacturer specification record · No hands-on testing · Source records checked on 2026-10-25
Match the U.S. article number
The U.S. Katadyn page identifies BeFree 1.0L USA as Article 8018006. It lists 63 g, up to 2 L/min, and up to 1,000 L depending on water quality; those flow and quantity figures are manufacturer maximums, not guaranteed results. The product page lists dimensions of 80 × 65 × 265 mm, while U.S. manual 8019729/5 lists the 1.0L family at 8 × 6.5 × 27.5 cm. The sources do not resolve that height difference. Confirm the exact unit's dimensions before planning a tight fit.
Separate filtering from disinfection
Katadyn lists bacteria, cysts, and sediment for this hollow-fiber element; its product page does not list virus removal. The U.S. manual directs additional disinfection when viruses may be present. Identify the hazard from the relevant local advisory and use its instructions; do not infer broad pathogen treatment from a generic phrase such as “effective against microorganisms.” Katadyn excludes seawater, brackish water, and chemically contaminated sources.
Protect the wet filter from freezing
The U.S. manual warns that freezing can damage hollow fibers and allow bypass. Do not use a filter whose condition may have been compromised. Read the exact manual for cleaning, storage, inspection, and replacement guidance, and plan how to keep a wetted filter above freezing in cold conditions. Water quality affects the listed 1,000 L figure; it is not a service-life promise.
Plan a portable fill routine
Consider where untreated water will be collected, how filtered water will be kept separate, and where the device can be cleaned and stored. Flow may be slower in turbid water. A sealed-water reserve or another locally appropriate treatment can serve a different household task; this bottle filter does not replace a complete stored-water plan.
Specifications & sources
These are manufacturer specifications, not independent performance measurements. Source records checked on 2026-10-25. We have not tested this model hands-on.
- Reservoir capacity
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1 L
Exact U.S. Article 8018006.
Checked 2026-10-25. Source for Reservoir capacity (opens in a new tab)
- Listed pore size
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0.1 μm
Manufacturer-listed hollow-fiber pore size.
Checked 2026-10-25. Source for Listed pore size (opens in a new tab)
- Listed flow rate
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2 L/min
Manufacturer maximum; actual output depends on source-water and filter condition.
Checked 2026-10-25. Source for Listed flow rate (opens in a new tab)
- Listed treatment quantity
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1,000 L
Manufacturer states this depends on water quality; not a guaranteed result.
Checked 2026-10-25. Source for Listed treatment quantity (opens in a new tab)
- Listed system weight
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63 g
Exact U.S. 1.0L listing.
Checked 2026-10-25. Source for Listed system weight (opens in a new tab)
- Listed dimensions
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Not verified in this source record
Unresolved source conflict: current U.S. product page lists 80 × 65 × 265 mm; U.S. manual 8019729/5 lists the 1.0L family at 8 × 6.5 × 27.5 cm. Confirm before using for fit planning.
Checked 2026-10-25. Source for Listed dimensions (opens in a new tab)
- Manufacturer cleaning method
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EZ-Clean Membrane; shake or swish
Follow the exact U.S. manual for cleaning and storage details.
Checked 2026-10-25. Source for Manufacturer cleaning method (opens in a new tab)
- Listed warranty term
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2 years
Limited warranty period in the U.S. manual; exclusions and terms apply.
Checked 2026-10-25. Source for Listed warranty term (opens in a new tab)