When it comes to cleaner, healthier water, not all filters are created equal. Santevia is the Berkey alternative that goes beyond filtration— not only by removing contaminants, but also by replenishing your water with essential minerals for great taste and health benefits.
PFOS & PFAS Removed
mg/L of Minerals Added
Points of Increased pH
Although both Santevia and Berkey remove contaminants, Berkey also removes healthy minerals. Santevia goes further: we filter harmful contaminants, then add back essential minerals like calcium and magnesium.
Here’s how Santevia compares to Berkey*:
Why Minerals Matter
Smooth Taste
Minerals give water a smooth, silky taste.
Aids Digestion
Minerals neutralize acid reducing indigestion & heartburn.
Provides Electrolytes
Minerals help regulate fluid balance & nerve function.
Over 2000+ 5-star Customer Reviews
★★★★★I love my Santevia filter. Could never switch to another brand!
Tom F.![Santevia Glass Water System with a MINA Fluoride Filter]()
★★★★★I used to swear by Berkey, but it removes good minerals too. Santevia filters the bad and adds essentials back in. Water tastes better and feels healthier!
Molly K.![]()
★★★★★I can’t believe how good this water! The taste is so much better compared to my old Berkey.
Caroline K.![]()
★★★★★We have zero regrets on this purchase. I wish we'd done it sooner! The water when we drink it is so much better than Berkey. It also makes our coffee taste better.
Bonny D.![]()
★★★★★The mineral stones make a huge difference to the taste! I like this water over the taste of Berkey water.
Brittany B.![]()
Discover our Water Filters
Glass Water System
Our Canadian-made MINA Filter paired with a contemporary design creates healthy, great-tasting water, perfect for the modern home.
Gravity Water System
Our largest system uses multi-stage, long-contact filtration to recreate nature’s water, providing mineral-rich hydration for the whole household.
MINA Pitcher
Our Canadian-made pitcher offers comprehensive two-stage filtration, and a compact fit for fridges and smaller spaces.
All Santevia filtration systems are built with care, and designed for a lifetime of pure, refreshing water. That’s why we’re proud to offer our Lifetime Warranty— so you can enjoy every sip with confidence.
*The Not-so-fine Print
At Santevia, we believe that making healthy choices starts with having clear, honest information. That’s why we created this comparison between our MINA Fluoride Filter and Berkey's Big Berkey —to help you understand how the two products stack up, based on publicly available data. All information shown here, including pricing, filter capacity, replacement timelines, and cost-per-litre calculations, is based on sources from Berkey and Santevia® as of April 16, 2025. Berkey removes fluoride only when using the optional PF-2 Fluoride Reduction Filter. This filter is sold separately from the system. Our goal is to present an informative, apples-to-apples comparison that empowers you to choose what’s best for your home and health. Santevia is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Berkey. Berkey is a registered trademark of Berkey and is used here strictly for comparison purposes. Product performance and pricing may vary depending on where you purchase, your location, local taxes or fees, and individual usage. While we’ve worked hard to ensure accuracy, we encourage you to double-check specifications directly with the brands or retailers. If you spot anything that needs correction, let us know—we’re committed to transparency and always open to making things better.
