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Do I need Filterbaby if I already have a water softener?

Last updated on Jan 05, 2026

Yes, you definitely still need Filterbaby! Water softeners and filters serve different purposes.

Water softeners mainly reduce hard minerals like calcium and magnesium.

Filterbaby focuses on filtering common tap water contaminants and removes up to 99% of chlorine, chloramine, and other micro-contaminants.

Many of our customers use Filterbaby alongside a water softener for more comprehensive water treatment.