Berkey BER-TU2+BER-PF2 Water Filtration System
- Capacity: 1.5 gallons
- Purification: Activated Carbon
- Install Type: Freestanding
- Material: Stainless Steel
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A countertop system for people who want more capacity and a metal housing than a basic pitcher, without needing a sink connection.
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ASIN: B00AWVQLPKModel: BER-TU2+BER-PF2Category: Water Filtration Systems
Overview
Stainless steel and freestanding, the Berkey BER-TU2+BER-PF2 pairs a 1.5 gallon capacity with two purification filter elements per its model code, built for counters without a plumbing hookup.
Berkey's design line is known for gravity-based countertop filtration rather than pressurized or plumbed systems, and the stainless steel housing here sets it apart from the plastic pitchers found elsewhere in this category. The PF2 in the model name points to two purification filter elements doing the work rather than one.
- Activated carbon purification
- 1.5 gallon capacity
- Stainless steel freestanding housing
- 19.21 in tall, 6.97 lb
Who it's for
Fits anyone who wants more capacity and a metal housing than a basic pitcher, without running a line to a sink. Not ideal for tight kitchens, since it stands over 19 inches tall.
Pros and cons
- No plumbing or electrical hookup needed given its freestanding design
- Stainless steel housing versus the plastic pitchers found elsewhere in this category
- 1.5 gallon capacity holds more than a typical fridge pitcher
- At just under 7 lb and over 19 inches tall, it needs dedicated counter clearance
- Uses two separate purification filter elements per the model code, meaning two components to track and replace
Performance notes
The activated carbon purification elements process water without needing electricity or a plumbing connection, in keeping with Berkey's broader design approach. Two separate filter elements, per the PF2 designation, share the filtration load rather than a single cartridge.
Specifications
| Brand | Berkey |
|---|---|
| Model | BER-TU2+BER-PF2 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight | 6.97 poundslower than 70% of 41 water filtration systems |
| Dimensions | 8.5 × 8.5 × 19.2 inches |
| Dimensions | 8.5 x 8.5 x 19.21 in |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.5 gallonslower than 78% of 46 water filtration systems |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Install Type | Freestanding |
| Other details | |
| Purification | Activated Carbon |
Closest rivals on specs
Culligan MCV701B Water Filtration System- Capacity 1.5 vs 3 gallons (-50%)
- Weight 6.97 vs 5.01 pounds (+39%)
Waterdrop WD-M6CG Water Filtration System- Capacity 1.5 vs 1.1 gallons (+36%)
- Weight 6.97 vs 11.8 pounds (-41%)
iSpring UVF11A Water Filtration System- Capacity 1.5 vs 1 gallons (+50%)
- Weight 6.97 vs 2 pounds (+249%)
Frequently asked questions
Does the BER-TU2+BER-PF2 need to be connected to a water line?
No, it's a freestanding countertop system rather than a plumbed unit.
What is it made of?
Stainless steel, unlike the plastic pitchers common elsewhere in this category.
How much water does it hold?
1.5 gallons, per the listed capacity, more than a typical countertop pitcher.