Bear Grylls backs Water2 Pod 2.0 for cleaner, fresher tap water

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As we enter the new year, most of us are reassessing our habits and analysing where we can make swaps to live a healthier lifestyle.

What if we told you there is one you can make in your kitchen that you might not have necessarily thought of?

We often take to the kitchen tap to refill our water bottles or get a refreshing glass of cold water. However, if unfiltered, this can carry potential health risks as it can carry the likes of metals, bacteria, microplastics, and chlorine. In recent times, there has been a big switch to taking better care of what we put in our bodies, which is why Water2 Pod 2.0 under-sink filtration system has become a popular purchase for many.

Developed by fast-growing UK start-up Water2, founded by 24-year-old entrepreneur Charles Robinson and co-owned by survival expert Bear Grylls OBE, the compact Pod 2.0 fits discreetly under the kitchen sink and connects directly to the existing cold tap. Therefore, it takes away the need for a professional to fit the device, and doesn’t add any clutter to your surfaces. 

‘Customers usually notice the difference within seconds of switching on their tap,’ explains founder Charles Robinson. ‘Our mission is simple: to help people actually enjoy drinking their tap water.’

The Pod 2.0 Starter Kit, which retails for £129, is fitted with a multi-stage filtration system that filters up to 99.99% of microplastics, reduces up to 95.28% of chlorine, and prevents up to 99.99% of bacterial growth, so you’re guaranteed top-quality H2O. Explaining why over 150,000 UK homes have invested in the contraption and has scored over 12,000 five-star reviews.

Better yet? You can save £20 off your order with the code ‘VIEWER‘. How good is that?

‘Easy setup, neat and tidy, noticeable difference in water taste and smell. Cost-effective alternative to filter jugs without the hassle,’ said one happy customer. 

Another shared ‘Glad I went ahead with this water filtration.. straight forward installation.. can really tell the difference in water quality, much better, less limescale everywhere..  no more jugs and bottled water….. (yay) I have noticed a drop in water pressure but all in all very happy.’

A third followed with ‘Easy to order and super easy to install. As soon as we tasted the water, we could immediately tell the difference. It’s crisper, fresher, and there’s no chlorine smell at all. Absolutely worth every penny.’

At £129 for the system and £99 for an annual filter replacement, the Pod 2.0 offers a compelling financial alternative to buying endless amounts of bottles of water in your weekly shop. For a typical household spending around £20 a month on bottled water, the switch can deliver savings of more than £140 per year, while dramatically reducing single-use plastic waste.

The Pod 2.0 is available for immediate delivery across the UK via Water2.com, with a 100-day money-back guarantee included with every order, lowering the barrier for first-time buyers looking to make the switch this January.

You can get yourself a £20 discount by using the code ‘VIEWER‘ expires on 28/02/2026 11:59pm (GMT).

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