LifeStraw designs award-winning water filtration products for outdoor adventure, travel, and emergency preparedness, removing bacteria and parasites from unsafe water.
LifeStraw is a pioneer in water filtration technology, dedicated to redefining the safe drinking water space through innovative product design and humanitarian impact. Owned by Vestergaard, the brand specializes in portable water filters and purifiers that remove bacteria, parasites, and microplastics from contaminated water sources without the use of batteries or chemicals. Their product line ranges from the iconic personal "straw" filters aimed at hikers and campers to high-volume community purifiers designed for schools and clinics in developing nations.
Built for the backcountry and ready for emergencies, LifeStraw products incorporate advanced membrane microfilters that meet rigorous EPA drinking water standards. Popular models like the LifeStraw Go and Peak Series offer versatile hydration solutions for travelers and outdoor enthusiasts. Beyond products, LifeStraw is committed to global health; for every product purchased, a school child in need receives safe drinking water for an entire school year.
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If you experience a slow flow rate or clogging, perform a backwash by blowing air through the mouthpiece to push water back out of the filter. For more thorough cleaning, especially after long periods of non-use, some models recommend soaking the filter in a coconut milk solution or a diluted bleach solution to rehydrate the membrane.
LifeStraw products have a finite lifespan (e.g., 1,000 gallons for the Personal Straw or 4,000 liters for the Go Series). The filter will stop allowing water to pass through when the pores are blocked, indicating it has reached the end of its life and needs replacement.
For bottle products like the LifeStraw Go, the bottle, cap, and handle are typically dishwasher safe. However, the membrane microfilter and activated carbon capsule are NOT dishwasher safe and must always be removed before cleaning the bottle in a dishwasher.
For storage longer than one month, it is recommended to clean the filter with a diluted bleach solution and then store it wet in a salt/saline solution. This prevents mold growth and keeps the membrane hydrophilic, ensuring it flows properly when you resume use.
No, standard LifeStraw filters are designed to filter fresh water sources only. They do not remove salt and should not be used to filter seawater, brackish water, or chemically contaminated water from mining or agricultural sites.