--- product_id: 50812774 title: "- Epic Water Filters Smart Shield. Under Sink Water Filter, Inline NSF 53 Water Filter. Direct Connect DIY Install for Under Sink. Tap Water Filtration System. No Water Wasted" brand: "epic water filters" price: "€ 297.98" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 9 category: "Epic Water Filters" url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/50812774-epic-water-filters-smart-shield-under-sink-water-filter-inline store_origin: AT region: Austria --- # 651 gallons filtered NSF 42, 53 & 401 certified DIY install in 10 mins - Epic Water Filters Smart Shield. Under Sink Water Filter, Inline NSF 53 Water Filter. Direct Connect DIY Install for Under Sink. Tap Water Filtration System. No Water Wasted **Brand:** epic water filters **Price:** € 297.98 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 💧 Drink Epic, Live Epic: Next-Level Water Filtration for the Modern Home ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** - Epic Water Filters Smart Shield. Under Sink Water Filter, Inline NSF 53 Water Filter. Direct Connect DIY Install for Under Sink. Tap Water Filtration System. No Water Wasted by epic water filters - **How much does it cost?** € 297.98 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/50812774-epic-water-filters-smart-shield-under-sink-water-filter-inline) ## Best For - epic water filters enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted epic water filters brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Effortless DIY Setup:** Connects directly to your cold water line—no plumber, no extra faucet, no drilling required. - • **Eco-Friendly Hydration:** Filters up to 651 gallons, replacing over 5,000 plastic bottles—hydrate sustainably and stylishly. - • **Premium Filtration Power:** Removes 99.99% of contaminants including heavy metals, cysts, chemicals & pharmaceuticals with advanced activated coconut carbon block. - • **Triple NSF Certification:** Only under-sink filter certified to NSF/ANSI 42, 53, and 401—trustworthy quality that outperforms competitors. - • **Bacteriostatic Protection:** Prevents mold & bacteria growth inside the filter for safer, cleaner water every time. ## Overview The Epic Water Filters Smart Shield is a high-performance under-sink water filtration system designed for easy DIY installation. Certified to NSF/ANSI 42, 53, and 401 standards, it removes 99.99% of contaminants including heavy metals, bacteria, and pharmaceuticals using a thick activated coconut carbon block. With a capacity of 651 gallons per filter and bacteriostatic technology to prevent mold growth, it delivers clean, great-tasting water while reducing plastic waste by over 5,000 bottles annually. ## Description Epic Water Filters Smart Shield. Under Sink Water Filter, Inline NSF 53 Water Filter. Direct Connect DIY Install for Under Sink. Tap Water Filtration System. No Water Wasted: desertcart.com: Tools & Home Improvement Review: Quality, Value, and Ease to Install - 5 STARS - I bought the Epic Smart Shield after doing some research on under the sink units. My selection criteria was easy to install, long lasting/affordable filters, and legitimate filter quality supported by NSF testing. I am not a handy guy so if I need more than a wrench and screw driver, I'm calling someone to help me install. The Epic Smart Shield boosted the confidence as it went from in the box to filtering water in my kitchen sink in about 10 minutes. They have extremely simple instructions (with pictures) along with a YouTube video that I paused and played throughout. The filters are reasonably affordable at about $100 for a year's worth of filtered water. The cheap fridge filters will filter about 1/10th of the water for 1/2 the cost. So I felt good investing in a high quality filter that wasn't Reverse Osmosis because I actually want the minerals and stuff. The NSF certifications were the icing on the cake. It seems like everyone has figured out that they should offer an under the sink unit but they aren't putting in the real development time into testing and assuring users that it works. Being NSF 42, 53, and 401 certified as well as being made in America was a sign of quality and something I could trust wasn't just a knock-off Chinese imitation like so many for sale on desertcart. Don't fall for the 3, 4, 5 stage non-sense. It's about test results, not number of filters! Also, I read that some filters made outside the US can have ingredients in them that you'd never want in contact with your drinking water and are illegal in the US! In summary, the metallic taste in our water in vanished, install was a breeze, and I have peace-of-mind that we are drinking good, clean water. Our family will be Epic customers for a long time. Review: Wonderful product! - I installed the filter a couple of days ago along with the optional sediment filter and right away noticed a significant improvement in the quality of our drinking water. The taste and the feel of the water were just better. However, the flow slowed to a trickle. We live in a house with older plumbing and initially attributed the lower flow to the old pipes until I bothered to read the little slip of paper that came separate from the main instructions that recommends making sure that the rubber washer inside the hex nut of the cold water adapter is seated properly, otherwise it could be squashed and severely limit water flow if it is off kilter. Well, being the guy who is so mechanically inclined that I only skim installation instructions, I did not, in fact, make sure that the rubber washer was seated properly before installing the cold water adapter. It was only until I gathered up the paperwork to recycle that I noticed the extra little slip of paper that I had ignored. After I uninstalled the cold water adapter, found that the rubber washer was indeed off axis, corrected the issue and reinstalled the adapter our cold water flow was much better. Long story short, I’m very pleased with the ease of installation, the quality of the components and improvement in our water. Just make sure to fully read the instructions. ## Features - UNDER SINK WATER FILTER: The Smart Shield sets the standard for water filter under sink category on desertcart. It is the perfect home water filter. SIMPLE DIY INSTALL: No plumber, No third faucet hassle or holes to drill in your counter. The Smart Shield connects directly to your kitchen sink's cold water line. It only takes a few minutes. All you need is an adjustable wrench and a standard Phillips head screwdriver. This makes the Smart Shield the perfect under counter water filter. - TAP WATER FILTER: Solid carbon block water filter uses depth & adsorption filtration to achieve sub 1 micron contaminant removal. Adsorption removes water particulates via the activated coconut carbon surface areas, which adsorbs contaminants such as cysts, heavy metals, chemicals, pharmaceuticals & herbicides as they try to pass by. Depth filtration (2" thick) involves the removal of suspended waste products as they try to pass by the millions of layers of activated coconut carbon block. - WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM UNDER SINK: The Smart Shield is the perfect under sink water filtration system. It is the ideal kitchen sink filter for well water because it removes bacteria and cysts. BACTERIOSTATIC WATER FILTRATION SYSTEM: Unlike carbon only filters, the inline water filter Smart Shield is bacteriostatic and not susceptible to mold or bacteria growth making it the ideal water filter for sink. This water purifier will keep your family drinking clearly filtered water. - FAUCET WATER FILTER FOR KITCHEN SINK: The Epic Smart Shield water purification system is the ultimate faucet filter for kitchen sinks. Dont waste your time with a cheap filters, get the real thing. Or as they say in Spanish "Filtros de Agua Para la Cocina" o "Filtros de Agua" o "Purificador de Agua" - Kids call it "Next Level" - INLINE WATER FILTER: The Epic Smart Shield is the perfect inline water filter for house but can also be configured to work as an inline water filter for refrigerator. 3rd Party Certified against NSF/ANSI 42, 53, and 401. Compare our 3rd party testing to other brands for under sink water filters and you will see that the Smart Shield is the only filter in this group certified to 3 different NSF/ANSI drinking water standards. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B076S1W5QY | | Best Sellers Rank | #142,711 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #261 in Under-Sink & Countertop Filtration | | Brand Name | Epic Water Filters | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (201) | | Included Components | Filter cartridge (1), Manifold (1), Connector (2), Hoses (2), Screws (2) | | Item Weight | 5 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Epic Water Filters | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Number | EWFESS4-DC | | Product Benefits | Removes up to 99.99% of tap water contaminants and produces up to 651 gallons of clean water, replacing 5000+ plastic bottles. | | UPC | 688713576779 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Epic Water Filters - **Item Weight:** 5 Pounds - **Material:** Plastic - **UPC:** 688713576779 ## Images ![- Epic Water Filters Smart Shield. Under Sink Water Filter, Inline NSF 53 Water Filter. Direct Connect DIY Install for Under Sink. Tap Water Filtration System. No Water Wasted - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71togMK1QjL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this filter remove copper?** A: We have had the filter tested for removIng heavy metals (lead & mercury) but not copper. We feel pretty good about copper since it can be easily removed with a filter like this. We will get it tested. Thanks for the question. **Q: How does one know it is time to replace the filter?** A: It just says Average Filter Life: 12+ months, so I'd replace it at least once a year with normal use (or probably sooner with high usage) **Q: does this remove microplastics?** A: The filter is not certified for removal of microplastics . Our in-house testing shows that it achieves a reduction but not enough to be certified for the removal of microplastics **Q: Does this filter remove arsenic as well?** A: <> hold up - So the 2nd image above (top of page) that lists arsenic is just a list of what is in the water, and not what THIS filter removes? That is a bit misleading if so. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality, Value, and Ease to Install - 5 STARS *by P***R on April 23, 2018* I bought the Epic Smart Shield after doing some research on under the sink units. My selection criteria was easy to install, long lasting/affordable filters, and legitimate filter quality supported by NSF testing. I am not a handy guy so if I need more than a wrench and screw driver, I'm calling someone to help me install. The Epic Smart Shield boosted the confidence as it went from in the box to filtering water in my kitchen sink in about 10 minutes. They have extremely simple instructions (with pictures) along with a YouTube video that I paused and played throughout. The filters are reasonably affordable at about $100 for a year's worth of filtered water. The cheap fridge filters will filter about 1/10th of the water for 1/2 the cost. So I felt good investing in a high quality filter that wasn't Reverse Osmosis because I actually want the minerals and stuff. The NSF certifications were the icing on the cake. It seems like everyone has figured out that they should offer an under the sink unit but they aren't putting in the real development time into testing and assuring users that it works. Being NSF 42, 53, and 401 certified as well as being made in America was a sign of quality and something I could trust wasn't just a knock-off Chinese imitation like so many for sale on Amazon. Don't fall for the 3, 4, 5 stage non-sense. It's about test results, not number of filters! Also, I read that some filters made outside the US can have ingredients in them that you'd never want in contact with your drinking water and are illegal in the US! In summary, the metallic taste in our water in vanished, install was a breeze, and I have peace-of-mind that we are drinking good, clean water. Our family will be Epic customers for a long time. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Wonderful product! *by J***Y on October 14, 2023* I installed the filter a couple of days ago along with the optional sediment filter and right away noticed a significant improvement in the quality of our drinking water. The taste and the feel of the water were just better. However, the flow slowed to a trickle. We live in a house with older plumbing and initially attributed the lower flow to the old pipes until I bothered to read the little slip of paper that came separate from the main instructions that recommends making sure that the rubber washer inside the hex nut of the cold water adapter is seated properly, otherwise it could be squashed and severely limit water flow if it is off kilter. Well, being the guy who is so mechanically inclined that I only skim installation instructions, I did not, in fact, make sure that the rubber washer was seated properly before installing the cold water adapter. It was only until I gathered up the paperwork to recycle that I noticed the extra little slip of paper that I had ignored. After I uninstalled the cold water adapter, found that the rubber washer was indeed off axis, corrected the issue and reinstalled the adapter our cold water flow was much better. Long story short, I’m very pleased with the ease of installation, the quality of the components and improvement in our water. Just make sure to fully read the instructions. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Believe It...Very Happy *by I***R on February 13, 2018* I was looking at several different under the sink water filters to run to an isolated drinking water faucet. I chose Epic Smart Shield based upon a recommendation from a friend who manages several dozen single family home rentals in Omaha, Nebraska where the municipal water quality has had severe issues. He told me that he installed Epic Filters in all of his rentals because of its outstanding certification standards, ease of installation and the fact it is made in the USA. He also said that these filters have been installed for over six months now with zero problems. This was good enough for me. I purchased the Epic and it arrived within days in quality packaging. The installation would take about 20 minutes with a modern plumbing setup (finding and staging the tools will take as long), my installation took longer due to the fact I was running it to drinking water faucet as opposed to the existing water faucet requiring some additional parts. I could not be happier with the outcome. We live in a rural area of Wisconsin and are on a well with relatively good water quality so I didn't notice much difference in the water quality. However, I have piece of mind that I'm doing all I can to protecting my family's health by ensuring they have the safest drinking and cooking water, especially for our two young children and one on the way. ***UPDATE*** After having the Epic for several weeks now my wife says there is definitely a difference in the taste and mouth feel for the better (I still don't taste it but that doesn't really matter does it). Below are the parts & tools required to install the Epic to an isolated drinking faucet: Drinking Water Faucet, ~$25; Braided Stainless Flexible Water Tube, ~$8; Brass Splitter Connector, ~$7; Step Bit (for drilling into stainless steel sink), $45...Total was less than $100 half of which is the Step Bit. If you can borrow the Step Bit that would be best, it only took about 20 seconds to drill the holes through the inexpensive stainless sink. ## Frequently Bought Together - Epic Water Filters Smart Shield. Under Sink Water Filter, Inline NSF 53 Water Filter. Direct Connect DIY Install for Under Sink. Tap Water Filtration System. 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