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E-3000 — Whole-House Filter & Salt-Free Softener
3-stage · sediment, Activated Carbon, ESOFT® TAC · NSF/ANSI 42 · 61 · 372
What Independent testing found — Advanced panel live
On-site testing confirmed the E-3000 reduced free and total chlorine by 98%+. Lab testing confirmed 62% reduction in total THMs, bromoform fully removed, and healthy minerals retained by design.
Fully certified lab data is below
Free-Chlorine
Carbon rated 98%+ • DPD strip threshold -0.02 ppm
BEFORE E-3000
1 ppm
AFTER E-3000
< 0.02 ppm% REDUCTION
-98%+
WHY IT MATTERS
Total Chlorine
Activated Carbon rated 98%+ DPD strip threshold -0.02 ppm
BEFORE E-3000
1 ppm
AFTER E-3000
< 0.02 ppm% REDUCTION
-98%+
WHY IT MATTERS
pH
pH meter • EPA range 6.5–8.5
BEFORE E-3000
8.7
AFTER E-3000
8.1
STATUS
Within Range
WHY IT MATTERS
Total THMs
Microbac Labs • LMKSV6 / BG725D • EPA 524.2
BEFORE E-3000
44.54 µg/L
After E-3000
17.03 µg/L
% REDUCTION
-62%
WHY IT MATTERS
Chloroform
THM subtype • > HGL in both tap and filtered
BEFORE E-3000
20.2 µg/L
After E-3000
11.3 µg/L
% REDUCTION
-44%
WHY IT MATTERS
Bromodichloromethane
THM subtype · > HGL in both tap and filtered
BEFORE E-3000
14.5 µg/L
After E-3000
4.48 µg/L
% REDUCTION
−69%
WHY IT MATTERS
Dibromochloromethane
THM subtype · > HGL in both tap and filtered
BEFORE E-3000
8.77 µg/L
After E-3000
1.25 µg/L
% REDUCTION
−86%
WHY IT MATTERS
Bromoform
THM subtype · Microbac Labs · EPA 524.2
BEFORE E-3000
1.07 µg/L
After E-3000
Not detected% REDUCTION
100% removed
WHY IT MATTERS
Lead, arsenic, pesticides, VOCs Lab verified
Full panel of 80+ compounds · Microbac Labs
BEFORE E-3000
Not detected
After E-3000
Not detected% REDUCTION
Confirmed clean
WHY IT MATTERS
Hardness
SM 2340 B · 4.24 → 4.15 grains per gallon
BEFORE E-3000
72.2 mg/L
After E-3000
70.5 mg/L
% REDUCTION
Retained†
WHY IT MATTERS
† Why hardness stays similar — and that's correct.Salt-free TAC (Template Assisted Crystallization) conditioning converts calcium and magnesium into harmless micro-crystals that cannot bond to pipes or appliances — without removing them from the water. Minerals stay in. Scale doesn't form. A small reading variation (72.2→70.5 mg/L) is within normal lab tolerance.
Self-reported measurements (chlorine, TDS, pH) taken on-site March 31, 2026 using a calibrated TDS/pH meter and DPD chlorine test strips.
Advanced city water panel: LMKSV6 (unfiltered tap) · BG725D (post E-3000) · Microbac Laboratories, Pittston PA · Methods EPA 524.2 / EPA 200.7 / EPA 200.8 · Collection: Mar 31, 2026 · Reported: Apr 9, 2026
All tests were conducted by SimpleLab Tap Score, an independent water testing service cited by the Washington Post, Consumer Reports, and NYT Wirecutter. SimpleLab does not manufacture or sell filtration products — they have no financial interest in the outcome of any test.
Laboratories used: Microbac Laboratories (Maryville, TN) for coliform/E. coli testing · Pace Analytical (Ormond Beach, FL) for PFAS testing. Both are EPA/NELAC/ISO-certified independent third-party labs.
Samples collected: March 31, 2026. Unfiltered tap collected at kitchen sink with filter bypassed. Post-E-3000UV collected at same kitchen sink after flushing 2 minutes. RO sample collected at dedicated RO faucet after flushing 2 gallons.
Report IDs: CZRV8K (PFAS, unfiltered tap) · JP4PQA (PFAS, RO) · 5KP4GA (coliform, unfiltered) · DW5VEV (coliform, E-3000UV) · LMKSV6 (advanced city water, unfiltered) · BG725D (advanced city water, post E-3000) · N8R7NY (advanced city water, RO — pending).
All "not detected" results indicate the contaminant was not present above the lab's Method Detection Limit. Questions? (844) 934-3672 or contact us online.
- Water source: City municipal — Miami, FL
- Labs: Microbac Laboratories • Pace Analytical
- Protocol: Kitchen sink bypass (unflitered) vs. post-system
- Reported: April 9, 2026
Questions
The questions everyone asks before they buy E-3000
Who conducted these tests and why should I trust them?
All before-and-after tests were run by SimpleLab Tap Score, an independent water testing service used by over a million U.S. households and cited by The Washington Post and Consumer Reports. SimpleLab does not manufacture or sell filtration products, so they have no financial stake in the outcome.
Samples were analyzed by certified third-party laboratories, including Microbac Laboratories and Pace Analytical. Testing was performed through EPA/NELAC/ISO-certified labs — no in-house testing, no manufacturer self-certification.
Why didn't hardness (calcium/magnesium) go down after the E-3000?
That's expected, and it's how the system is designed to work. The E-3000 uses salt-free TAC (Template Assisted Crystallization), which converts calcium and magnesium into microscopic crystals that can't bond to pipes or fixtures. The mineral content of your water stays the same — scale formation is prevented. A hardness reading of 72.2 ppm before and 70.5 ppm after means the system is functioning correctly. If you want the minerals physically removed, that's the job of the RO system at your drinking tap.
How was chlorine measured if it's "non-detect" in the lab report?
Free chlorine is volatile and dissipates before a shipped sample reaches the lab, so a mailed test will almost always read zero regardless of filter performance. On-site chlorine was measured immediately at the tap using a DPD colorimetric test per standard protocol — 1 ppm before install, less than 0.02 ppm after. That's the accurate way to verify chlorine removal.
Will I see the same results in my home?
Probably close, but not identical. These tests were run on Miami, FL city water, which is a chloraminated municipal supply typical of many large U.S. systems. The disinfectant residual was measured as total chlorine, which accounts for both free chlorine and combined chlorine, including chloramines.
Your source water may have different baseline contaminants at different concentrations. The results page tags each contaminant with which Kind system targets it, and we recommend testing your own water at mytapscore.com before purchasing so you know exactly what you're starting with.
What's the difference between what the E-3000, E-3000UV, and RO system remove?
The E-3000 handles chlorine, THMs, VOCs, pesticides, and trace lead for the whole house, plus 88% scale reduction without salt. The E-3000UV adds a UV disinfection stage that neutralizes bacteria, viruses, giardia, and cryptosporidium — best if you're on well water or want maximum protection. The RO system is under-sink and handles what carbon filtration can't fully address: TDS, nitrates, fluoride, arsenic, chromium-6, and heavy metals. Most customers run the E-3000 whole-house plus an RO at the kitchen sink.
What does "non-detect" actually mean?
Non-detect (ND) means the contaminant was not found above the lab's minimum reporting limit. It doesn't literally mean zero molecules — it means the level is below what accredited laboratory equipment can measurably quantify, which is functionally equivalent to removed for health and taste purposes.
How does Kind's testing compare to how competitors publish their results?
Most water filtration performance claims are supported through certifications, laboratory testing, or both. To provide additional transparency, we commissioned independent before-and-after water testing through SimpleLab Tap Score and publish the complete laboratory reports. Every result shown on this page is backed by third-party testing performed by accredited laboratories, and the raw PDFs are available for review.
Can I see the raw lab reports?
Yes. The pre-install and post-install Tap Score PDFs are linked directly under each system's results table, along with a live Tap Score dashboard link. Every number on this page is traceable back to the source report — if you want to cross-reference a specific contaminant or method detection limit, it's all there.
E-3000UV — Filter, Softener + UV Disinfection
All E-3000 filtration + UV stage · destroys bacteria, viruses & cysts · 15 GPM
UV is your insurance policy
Zero E. coli. Zero total coliform. Confirmed by an independent lab. The UV stage provides a critical backstop against bacteria that can enter your water through aging pipes, main breaks, or boil-water events.
Full certified lab data is below.
Free Chlorine
Carbon rated 98%+ · DPD strip threshold ~0.02 ppm
BEFORE E-3000
1 ppm
After E-3000
<0.02 ppm% REDUCTION
−98%+
WHY IT MATTERS
Total Chlorine
Activated Carbon rated 98%+ · DPD strip threshold ~0.02 ppm
BEFORE E-3000
1 ppm
After E-3000
<0.02 ppm% REDUCTION
−98%+
WHY IT MATTERS
pH
pH meter · EPA range: 6.5–8.5
BEFORE E-3000
8.29
After E-3000
8.13
STATUS
Within range
WHY IT MATTERS
E. coli
Microbac Labs · ID: DW5VEV · SM 9223B
BEFORE E-3000
Not detected
After E-3000
Not detected% REDUCTION
Confirmed safe
WHY IT MATTERS
Total Coliform
Microbac Labs · ID: DW5VEV · SM 9223B
BEFORE E-3000
Not detected
After E-3000
Not detected% REDUCTION
Confirmed safe
WHY IT MATTERS
Total THMs
Microbac Labs · BG725D · same filtration as E-3000
BEFORE E-3000
44.54 µg/L
After E-3000
17.03 µg/L
% REDUCTION
−62%
WHY IT MATTERS
Chloroform
THM subtype · > HGL in both tap and filtered
BEFORE E-3000
20.2 µg/L
After E-3000
11.3 µg/L
% REDUCTION
−44%
WHY IT MATTERS
Bromodichloromethane
THM subtype · > HGL in both tap and filtered
BEFORE E-3000
14.5 µg/L
After E-3000
4.48 µg/L
% REDUCTION
−69%
WHY IT MATTERS
Dibromochloromethane
THM subtype · > HGL in both tap and filtered
BEFORE E-3000
8.77 µg/L
After E-3000
1.25 µg/L
% REDUCTION
−86%
WHY IT MATTERS
Bromoform
THM subtype · Microbac Labs · EPA 524.2
BEFORE E-3000
1.07 µg/L
After E-3000
Not detected% REDUCTION
100% removed
WHY IT MATTERS
Lead, arsenic, pesticides, VOCs Lab verified
Full panel of 80+ compounds · Microbac Labs
BEFORE E-3000
Not detected
After E-3000
Not detected% REDUCTION
Confirmed clean
WHY IT MATTERS
Hardness
SM 2340 B · 4.24 → 4.15 grains per gallon
BEFORE E-3000
72.2 mg/L
After E-3000
70.5 mg/L
% REDUCTION
Retained†
WHY IT MATTERS
† Why hardness stays similar — and that's correct.Salt-free TAC (Template Assisted Crystallization) conditioning converts calcium and magnesium into harmless micro-crystals that cannot bond to pipes or appliances — without removing them from the water. Minerals stay in. Scale doesn't form. A small reading variation (72.2→70.5 mg/L) is within normal lab tolerance.
Context on coliform results:The tap water sample (Miami, FL) also tested negative for coliform, which is expected for treated municipal water. The UV stage provides a critical backstop against bacteria that can re-enter water through aging distribution pipes, during boil-water notices, or in any situation where municipal treatment is interrupted. UV destroys 99.99% of bacteria, viruses, and cysts regardless of what the municipal supply shows.
Coliform lab reports: DW5VEV (E-3000UV post-filter) · 5KP4GA (unfiltered tap) · Microbac Laboratories, Maryville TN · Method SM 9223B · Collection: Mar 31, 2026 · Reported: Apr 2, 2026
Advanced city water panel: LMKSV6 (unfiltered tap) · BG725D (post E-3000/E-3000UV — same filtration chemistry) · Microbac Laboratories, Pittston PA · Reported: Apr 9, 2026
Self-reported measurements (TDS, pH, chlorine) taken on-site March 31, 2026 using a calibrated TDS/pH meter and DPD chlorine test strips.
All tests were conducted by SimpleLab Tap Score, an independent water testing service cited by the Washington Post, Consumer Reports, and NYT Wirecutter. SimpleLab does not manufacture or sell filtration products — they have no financial interest in the outcome of any test.
Laboratories used: Microbac Laboratories (Maryville, TN) for coliform/E. coli testing · Pace Analytical (Ormond Beach, FL) for PFAS testing. Both are EPA/NELAC/ISO-certified independent third-party labs.
Samples collected: March 31, 2026. Unfiltered tap collected at kitchen sink with filter bypassed. Post-E-3000UV collected at same kitchen sink after flushing 2 minutes. RO sample collected at dedicated RO faucet after flushing 2 gallons.
Report IDs: CZRV8K (PFAS, unfiltered tap) · JP4PQA (PFAS, RO) · 5KP4GA (coliform, unfiltered) · DW5VEV (coliform, E-3000UV) · LMKSV6 (advanced city water, unfiltered) · BG725D (advanced city water, post E-3000) · N8R7NY (advanced city water, RO — pending).
All "not detected" results indicate the contaminant was not present above the lab's Method Detection Limit. Questions? (844) 934-3672 or contact us online.
Questions
The questions everyone asks before they buy E-3000UV
Who conducted these tests and why should I trust them?
All before-and-after tests were run by SimpleLab Tap Score, an independent water testing service used by over a million U.S. households and cited by The Washington Post and Consumer Reports. SimpleLab does not manufacture or sell filtration products, so they have no financial stake in the outcome.
Samples were analyzed by certified third-party laboratories, including Microbac Laboratories and Pace Analytical. Testing was performed through EPA/NELAC/ISO-certified labs — no in-house testing, no manufacturer self-certification.
Why didn't hardness (calcium/magnesium) go down after the E-3000UV?
That's expected, and it's how the system is designed to work. The E-3000UV uses salt-free TAC (Template Assisted Crystallization), which converts calcium and magnesium into microscopic crystals that can't bond to pipes or fixtures. The mineral content of your water stays the same — scale formation is prevented. A hardness reading of 72.5 ppm before and 70.5 ppm after means the system is functioning correctly. If you want the minerals physically removed, that's the job of the RO system at your drinking tap.
Do I need UV if my water already tested non-detect for E. coli and Total Coliform?
Even if your water tested non-detect for E. coli and Total Coliform at the time of sampling, water quality can change due to plumbing issues, well maintenance, flooding, storms, or source water contamination. A UV system provides continuous protection by disinfecting water as it enters your home, helping protect against future microbiological contamination that may not have been present when the sample was collected.
How was chlorine measured if it's "non-detect" in the lab report?
Free chlorine is volatile and dissipates before a shipped sample reaches the lab, so a mailed test will almost always read zero regardless of filter performance. On-site chlorine was measured immediately at the tap using a DPD colorimetric test per standard protocol — 1 ppm before install, less than 0.02 ppm after. That's the accurate way to verify chlorine removal.
Will I see the same results in my home?
Probably close, but not identical. These tests were run on Miami, FL city water, which is a chloraminated municipal supply typical of many large U.S. systems. The disinfectant residual was measured as total chlorine, which accounts for both free chlorine and combined chlorine, including chloramines.
Your source water may have different baseline contaminants at different concentrations. The results page tags each contaminant with which Kind system targets it, and we recommend testing your own water at mytapscore.com before purchasing so you know exactly what you're starting with.
What's the difference between what the E-3000, E-3000UV, and RO system remove?
The E-3000 handles chlorine, THMs, VOCs, pesticides, and trace lead for the whole house, plus 88% scale reduction without salt. The E-3000UV adds a UV disinfection stage that neutralizes bacteria, viruses, giardia, and cryptosporidium — best if you're on well water or want maximum protection. The RO system is under-sink and handles what carbon filtration can't fully address: TDS, nitrates, fluoride, arsenic, chromium-6, and heavy metals. Most customers run the E-3000 whole-house plus an RO at the kitchen sink.
What does "non-detect" actually mean?
Non-detect (ND) means the contaminant was not found above the lab's minimum reporting limit. It doesn't literally mean zero molecules — it means the level is below what accredited laboratory equipment can measurably quantify, which is functionally equivalent to removed for health and taste purposes.
How does Kind's testing compare to how competitors publish their results?
Most water filtration performance claims are supported through certifications, laboratory testing, or both. To provide additional transparency, we commissioned independent before-and-after water testing through SimpleLab Tap Score and publish the complete laboratory reports. Every result shown on this page is backed by third-party testing performed by accredited laboratories, and the raw PDFs are available for review.
Can I see the raw lab reports?
Yes. The pre-install and post-install Tap Score PDFs are linked directly under each system's results table, along with a live Tap Score dashboard link. Every number on this page is traceable back to the source report — if you want to cross-reference a specific contaminant or method detection limit, it's all there.
Kind RO — Drinking Water System
6-stage reverse osmosis · under-sink · dedicated RO faucet
What independent testing found
Our Miami test home had 5 PFAS "forever chemicals" in the tap water, including PFOS and PFOA above health guidance levels. After the Kind RO system, all 14 tested compounds were completely removed to below the lab's detection limit.
The RO faucet delivers drinking water with zero detectable PFAS. Full lab data is below.
Unfiltered tap water
PFAS compounds detected
After Kind RO system
PFAS compounds detected
Free Chlorine
Carbon rated 98%+ · DPD strip threshold ~0.02 ppm
BEFORE RO
1 ppm
After RO
<0.02 ppm% REDUCTION
−98%+
WHY IT MATTERS
Total Chlorine
Activated Carbon rated 98%+ · DPD strip threshold ~0.02 ppm
BEFORE RO
1 ppm
After RO
<0.02 ppm% REDUCTION
−98%+
WHY IT MATTERS
TDS
TDS meter · confirms RO membrane performance
BEFORE RO
140 ppm
After RO
10 ppm
% REDUCTION
−93%
WHY IT MATTERS
pH
pH meter · post-remineralization stage
BEFORE RO
8.29
After RO
8.99
STATUS
Remineralized†
WHY IT MATTERS
PFOS
Pace Analytical · EPA 537.1 · ID: CZRV8K / JP4PQA
BEFORE RO
0.0099 µg/L> Health Guidance Level
After RO
Not detected% REDUCTION
100% removed
WHY IT MATTERS
PFOA
Pace Analytical · EPA 537.1 · ID: CZRV8K / JP4PQA
BEFORE RO
0.0043 µg/L> Health Guidance Level
After RO
Not detected% REDUCTION
100% removed
WHY IT MATTERS
PFHxA, PFBS, PFHpA
3 additional PFAS compounds detected in tap · all below HGL
BEFORE RO
0.003–0.006 µg/L
After RO
Not detected% REDUCTION
100% removed
WHY IT MATTERS
9 additional PFAS compounds
N-ethyl/N-methyl PFOSA, PFDA, PFDoA, PFHxS, PFNA, PFTA, PFTrDA, PFUnDA
BEFORE RO
Not detected in tap
After RO
Not detected% REDUCTION
Confirmed clean
WHY IT MATTERS
† pH rise (8.29 → 8.99) is intentional.The Kind 6-stage RO includes an alkaline remineralization stage that adds beneficial minerals back after the membrane removes them — naturally raising pH. This is a feature, not a flaw.The E-3000/E-3000UV does not remove PFAS.If PFAS is a concern, the RO system provides complete removal at the drinking tap.
PFAS report IDs: CZRV8K (unfiltered tap) · JP4PQA (RO faucet) · Testing facility: Pace Analytical, 8 East Tower Circle, Ormond Beach FL · Method: EPA 537.1 · Collection: March 31, 2026 · Reported: April 8, 2026 · 14 compounds screened.
Advanced city water panel for RO (metals, nitrates, TDS) — Lab ID N8R7NY — certified lab results pending.
All tests were conducted by SimpleLab Tap Score, an independent water testing service cited by the Washington Post, Consumer Reports, and NYT Wirecutter. SimpleLab does not manufacture or sell filtration products — they have no financial interest in the outcome of any test.
Laboratories used: Microbac Laboratories (Maryville, TN) for coliform/E. coli testing · Pace Analytical (Ormond Beach, FL) for PFAS testing. Both are EPA/NELAC/ISO-certified independent third-party labs.
Samples collected: March 31, 2026. Unfiltered tap collected at kitchen sink with filter bypassed. Post-E-3000UV collected at same kitchen sink after flushing 2 minutes. RO sample collected at dedicated RO faucet after flushing 2 gallons.
Report IDs: CZRV8K (PFAS, unfiltered tap) · JP4PQA (PFAS, RO) · 5KP4GA (coliform, unfiltered) · DW5VEV (coliform, E-3000UV) · LMKSV6 (advanced city water, unfiltered) · BG725D (advanced city water, post E-3000) · N8R7NY (advanced city water, RO — pending).
All "not detected" results indicate the contaminant was not present above the lab's Method Detection Limit. Questions? (844) 934-3672 or contact us online.
Questions
The questions everyone asks before they buy RO
Who conducted these tests and why should I trust them?
All before-and-after tests were run by SimpleLab Tap Score, an independent water testing service used by over a million U.S. households and cited by The Washington Post and Consumer Reports. SimpleLab does not manufacture or sell filtration products, so they have no financial stake in the outcome.
Samples were analyzed by certified third-party laboratories, including Microbac Laboratories and Pace Analytical. Testing was performed through EPA/NELAC/ISO-certified labs — no in-house testing, no manufacturer self-certification.
Why do the RO test results show reductions for contaminants that aren't highlighted in the whole-house results?
The two systems are designed to target different types of contaminants. Whole-house filtration is optimized for reducing chlorine, chloramine, VOCs, pesticides, and other contaminants that affect water throughout the home. Reverse osmosis is specifically designed for drinking and cooking water, where it excels at reducing dissolved contaminants such as fluoride, nitrates, arsenic, chromium-6, PFAS, heavy metals, and total dissolved solids (TDS).
How was chlorine measured if it's "non-detect" in the lab report?
Free chlorine is volatile and dissipates before a shipped sample reaches the lab, so a mailed test will almost always read zero regardless of filter performance. On-site chlorine was measured immediately at the tap using a DPD colorimetric test per standard protocol — 1 ppm before install, less than 0.02 ppm after. That's the accurate way to verify chlorine removal.
Will I see the same results in my home?
Probably close, but not identical. These tests were run on Miami, FL city water, which is a chloraminated municipal supply typical of many large U.S. systems. The disinfectant residual was measured as total chlorine, which accounts for both free chlorine and combined chlorine, including chloramines.
Your source water may have different baseline contaminants at different concentrations. The results page tags each contaminant with which Kind system targets it, and we recommend testing your own water at mytapscore.com before purchasing so you know exactly what you're starting with.
What's the difference between what the E-3000, E-3000UV, and RO system remove?
The E-3000 handles chlorine, THMs, VOCs, pesticides, and trace lead for the whole house, plus 88% scale reduction without salt. The E-3000UV adds a UV disinfection stage that neutralizes bacteria, viruses, giardia, and cryptosporidium — best if you're on well water or want maximum protection. The RO system is under-sink and handles what carbon filtration can't fully address: TDS, nitrates, fluoride, arsenic, chromium-6, and heavy metals. Most customers run the E-3000 whole-house plus an RO at the kitchen sink.
What does "non-detect" actually mean?
Non-detect (ND) means the contaminant was not found above the lab's minimum reporting limit. It doesn't literally mean zero molecules — it means the level is below what accredited laboratory equipment can measurably quantify, which is functionally equivalent to removed for health and taste purposes.
How does Kind's testing compare to how competitors publish their results?
Most water filtration performance claims are supported through certifications, laboratory testing, or both. To provide additional transparency, we commissioned independent before-and-after water testing through SimpleLab Tap Score and publish the complete laboratory reports. Every result shown on this page is backed by third-party testing performed by accredited laboratories, and the raw PDFs are available for review.
Can I see the raw lab reports?
Yes. The pre-install and post-install Tap Score PDFs are linked directly under each system's results table. Every number on this page is traceable back to the source report — if you want to cross-reference a specific contaminant or method detection limit, it's all there.