---
product_id: 216655820
title: "Direct Connect"
brand: "aquasana"
price: "SAR 686"
currency: SAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "Aquasana"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/216655820-direct-connect
store_origin: SA
region: Saudi Arabia
---

# Replaces 6,250+ plastic bottles 99% contaminant reduction DIY under-sink install, no drilling Direct Connect

**Brand:** aquasana
**Price:** SAR 686
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💧 Drink Smart, Live Pure — Filtered Water That Fits Your Lifestyle

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Direct Connect by aquasana
- **How much does it cost?** SAR 686 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.sa](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/216655820-direct-connect)

## Best For

- aquasana enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted aquasana brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Eco-Champion Filter:** One filter replaces over 6,250 plastic bottles—drink clean and reduce your plastic footprint.
- • **Minerals Stay Intact:** Retains essential minerals like calcium and magnesium, so your water stays naturally healthy and refreshing.
- • **Pure Water, Zero Hassle:** Effortless DIY installation on any cold water line—no extra faucet or countertop drilling needed.
- • **Certified Quality Assurance:** NSF-certified filtration ensures trusted performance and consistent water flow with easy 6-month filter changes.
- • **Powerful Contaminant Defense:** Filters out 99% of 78 harmful contaminants including lead, chlorine, PFAS, and pesticides for peace of mind.

## Overview

The Aquasana Under Sink Water Filter delivers advanced Claryum filtration that removes 99% of 78 contaminants including chlorine, lead, PFAS, and more, while preserving beneficial minerals. Designed for easy DIY installation without drilling, it fits any cold water line and replaces over 6,250 plastic bottles per filter cycle. NSF-certified and compact, it offers a sustainable, health-conscious solution for millennial professionals seeking clean, great-tasting water straight from their tap.

## Description

Aquasana Water Filter for Sink Faucet | Reduces 99% of 78 Contaminants Including Chlorine & Lead from Tap Water | Under Sink Filtration | Claryum Direct Connect | AQ-MF-1 - desertcart.com

Review: Excellent flow, great taste, right certifications - Purchased due to PFAS readings from our municipal water supply. The certifications were important to me and I didn't trust filters that supposedly last years. 6 months seems right, and while it's a new household expense, it seems worth it after installation. The parts & instructions were well made & written. Based on another helpful review, I purchased 3 inexpensive extra parts that eliminated the white piece that connects directly to the water supply line since it seemed to improve durability and ensure good flow. I hope they might upgrade their parts package to do this for future customers. The filter is long, and the best way to install under my sink was horizontal, which made it harder to reach the furthest screws, but not impossible, and now replacement is that much easier. Upon first test, heard the water try and make its way through but there was almost no flow. Long story short, something made its way to the faucet head, which once I cleaned it out, the flow seemed almost (90% or more) like pre-install. (Sigh of relief). I also had to reseat the connectors to the filter head housing to ensure no leaking. I put a small container underneath just to be sure, but it's been dry since day one. Water tastes very good, and it feels good to have done the best we can to improve the quality / health of our drinking water. Update: wanted to say that the 7 months that it was left in, the water flowed well and tasted good consistently. When the flow started to get noticeably slower, I was surprised at how easy it was to just change out the filter with no leaks. I did my best to shake the retained water out before disposing since it was kind of heavy. Don't forget to let it run for ~15 minutes after installing.
Review: Simple installation and excellent performance - This filter has excellent performance certifications and simple installation and maintenance. The flow rate is maybe 10-15% lower than without the filter, but we expected that trade off and are happy with it. You can find cheaper filters on desertcart, but if you want something you’ll be confident in I’d highly recommend this.

## Features

- Easy DIY Under Sink Filter Installation - Install on any cold water line, no dedicated faucet required, no need to drill a hole in any countertop. A 3" clearance is required for filter changes. Unit measures 4 x 4 x 20.5 inches.
- Clean & Healthy Water Filtration - Carbon filter removes up to 99% of 77 contaminants including lead, PFAS (specifically PFOA and PFOS), mercury, asbestos, herbicides, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and more!
- Retains What Makes Your Water Healthy - Filters out harsh contaminants while retaining naturally-occurring minerals like calcium, magnesium, and potassium. Does not reduce TDS.
- Designed With The Environment In Mind - One filter replaces more than 6,250 plastic water bottles.
- All Parts Included - Includes all parts needed for installation including dual port adapter for 3/8" water hoses.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B088GSC89B |
| Best Sellers Rank | #4,031 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #28 in Under-Sink & Countertop Filtration |
| Brand Name | Aquasana |
| Compatible Water Purifier Models | AquaTru Alkaline, Connect |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (603) |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 6 Months |
| External Testing Certification | NSF |
| Included Components | system, filter, install kit |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 3.7"D x 3.46"W x 17.83"H |
| Item Weight | 5 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | Aquasana |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 816749015812 |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | This system comes with a 1-Year Limited Warranty and a 90-Day Satisfaction Guarantee so you can be confident in your purchase. |
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Model Number | Aquasana |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Benefits | Reduces 78 contaminants while retaining beneficial minerals, easy DIY installation, environmentally friendly |
| UPC | 816749015812 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **External Testing Certification:** NSF
- **Item Weight:** 5 Pounds
- **Material:** Plastic
- **Product Dimensions:** 3.7"D x 3.46"W x 17.83"H

## Images

![Direct Connect - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/715YadxjSwL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What nsf certifications does this have exactly? i do not see listed on nsf site for having 401 or 473. aquasana response only please.**
A: The AQ-MF-1 is independently tested and certified to NSF standards by IAPMO. You can find the certificates on the IAPMO Product Listing website under file numbers: WP-10706 for NSF 42, WP-10707 for NSF 53 which now includes PFOA/PFOS, WP-11684 for NSF P473-2016, and WP-12506 for NSF/ANSI 401-2017a.

**Q: I can use this and skip the extra faucet? Enough filtered water to get through hand washing, dishwashing etc?**
A: If you mean you want to connect the cold water line of your kitchen faucet to this filter, then Yes. However, the filter is going to severely reduce the flow of cold water. You're going to find that extremely annoying.

Additionally, having so much water filtered (not just for drinking but also for your handwashing, food washing, dishwashing) means your filter is going to get clogged sooner. You're going to have to buy/replace this filter several times a year instead of just twice a year.

**Q: Will this filter remove trihalomethane?**
A: Yes. The performance data sheet indicates that this filter removes 95% of four substances listed as trihalomethanes (THMs) - bromodichloromethane, bromoform, chloroform, and chlorodibromomethane.

**Q: I want convert it to flow in its own dedicated spout and I have low water pressure in a rural county, would you recommend this?**
A: It would be perfectly fine.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent flow, great taste, right certifications
*by E***E on May 18, 2025*

Purchased due to PFAS readings from our municipal water supply. The certifications were important to me and I didn't trust filters that supposedly last years. 6 months seems right, and while it's a new household expense, it seems worth it after installation. The parts & instructions were well made & written. Based on another helpful review, I purchased 3 inexpensive extra parts that eliminated the white piece that connects directly to the water supply line since it seemed to improve durability and ensure good flow. I hope they might upgrade their parts package to do this for future customers. The filter is long, and the best way to install under my sink was horizontal, which made it harder to reach the furthest screws, but not impossible, and now replacement is that much easier. Upon first test, heard the water try and make its way through but there was almost no flow. Long story short, something made its way to the faucet head, which once I cleaned it out, the flow seemed almost (90% or more) like pre-install. (Sigh of relief). I also had to reseat the connectors to the filter head housing to ensure no leaking. I put a small container underneath just to be sure, but it's been dry since day one. Water tastes very good, and it feels good to have done the best we can to improve the quality / health of our drinking water. Update: wanted to say that the 7 months that it was left in, the water flowed well and tasted good consistently. When the flow started to get noticeably slower, I was surprised at how easy it was to just change out the filter with no leaks. I did my best to shake the retained water out before disposing since it was kind of heavy. Don't forget to let it run for ~15 minutes after installing.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Simple installation and excellent performance
*by C***K on March 14, 2026*

This filter has excellent performance certifications and simple installation and maintenance. The flow rate is maybe 10-15% lower than without the filter, but we expected that trade off and are happy with it. You can find cheaper filters on Amazon, but if you want something you’ll be confident in I’d highly recommend this.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Quality beyond compare
*by M***. on March 7, 2026*

THIS ""IS"" the filter you want..!!! We have had our water tested by one of the best labs in the U.S. that charges THOUSANDS of dollars for the test for PFA's and PFOA's . The tests have been returned to us that every single item of any kind of compounds is NON DETECTABLE. Worth every dime...!

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*Last updated: 2026-04-30*