ZORJUSTBILT Nical 250 Water Softener 45L compatible with Ascaso Gaggia Quickmill Bezzera Rocket Expobar Lelit Profitec San Marco VBM and many more

Softens the water for my Ascaso Dream to prevent scaling.

Not as pictured advertised. Was to be a in a granular state. Received all gelled up.. returning for a replacement. Hopefully will receive what is pictured…granular.

Should be refillable. It might last 2 months, but it definitely doesn’t last 3 months. I tested TDS after 3 months and it tested the same as tap water.

This filter works great. After installing I tested the water using a Taylor Technology calcium hardness test. Our water’s calcium level is usually around 100-120 ppm, after passing through this filter it dropped to something less than 25ppm. That is the closest number I can accurately test to at the sample size I used, and that is good enough for me. This filter is noticeably larger than many of the other tank filters out there, so it stands to reason it will work better as the water will pass through more of the filter medium. Definitely recommend this filter over the others if your tank is large enough, especially if you have two intake hoses (water and steam) in your espresso machine.

Fits my gaggia and is cheaper than the softener I’ve been using. Be sure to follow the directions and pre-soak so you minimize any taste artifacts. Works well and should last a few months. I wish the resin was sold separately so it could be refilled, but hopefully we see that soon.