Kenmore Elite 520 Hybrid Water Softener Filter

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Is Kenmore Elite 520 Hybrid Water Softener Filter healthy?

Kenmore Elite 520 Hybrid Water Softener Filter scores 36/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the lower scores in Scout's catalog. Kenmore Elite 520 Hybrid Water Softener Filter scores 36/100 for water filtration performance.

How does Kenmore Elite 520 Hybrid Water Softener Filter compare to other home filters?

Kenmore Elite 520 Hybrid Water Softener Filter ranks #8 of 15 home filters in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is PureWay Home Filter System at 69/100.

Which ingredients drive Kenmore Elite 520 Hybrid Water Softener Filter's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Chlorine, Barium, Radium count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Kenmore Elite 520 Hybrid Water Softener Filter

36 Poor

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Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Home Filters
Summary

Kenmore Elite 520 Hybrid Water Softener Filter scores 36/100 for water filtration performance. 4 contaminants effectively filtered.

Key ingredients 14

Microbiologicals
Neutral

Estimated reduction of 20-60% based on filter technology; removal is important for preventing waterborne diseases.

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VOCs
Neutral

Estimated reduction of 20-60% due to carbon filtration; VOCs can affect health and water quality.

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Heavy Metals
Neutral

Estimated reduction of 20-60%; heavy metals can lead to various health issues, making their removal important.

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Fluoride
Neutral

Estimated reduction of 20-60%; while fluoride is beneficial for dental health, excessive amounts can be harmful.

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PFAS
Neutral

Estimated reduction of 20-60%; PFAS are concerning due to their persistence in the environment and potential health risks.

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Chloramine
Neutral

Estimated reduction of 20-60%; chloramine can cause taste and odor issues, and its removal is beneficial for water quality.

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Cysts
Neutral

Estimated reduction of 20-60%; cysts can cause gastrointestinal illnesses, making their removal important.

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Pesticides
Neutral

Estimated reduction of 20-60%; pesticides can contaminate water sources and pose health risks.

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Herbicides
Neutral

Estimated reduction of 20-60%; herbicides can affect water quality and health, making their removal significant.

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Pharmaceuticals
Neutral

Estimated reduction of 20-60%; pharmaceuticals in water can lead to health concerns and environmental issues.

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Chlorine
Good

The system reduces chlorine by over 60%, which is crucial for eliminating unpleasant taste and odor in drinking water.

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Barium
Good

Barium reduction is over 60%, important as high levels can lead to health issues such as high blood pressure.

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Radium
Good

Radium reduction exceeds 60%, which is vital since it is a radioactive element that can pose serious health risks.

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Sediment
Good

The filter effectively reduces sediment, which is essential for protecting plumbing and improving water clarity.

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