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MSR Thru-Link™ Inline Water Filter - Grey vs Platypus QuickDraw™ Filter - Blue

Thru-Link™ Inline Water Filter - Grey is the lighter of the two by 12 g (0.4 oz).

QuickDraw™ Filter - Blue lists for $15.00 less at the manufacturer's price.

Where to buy

Thru-Link™ Inline Water Filter - Grey

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QuickDraw™ Filter - Blue

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Weights and prices are the manufacturer’s published figures. The lower weight and the higher R-value are highlighted.

Thru-Link™ Inline Water Filter - Grey

MSR

QuickDraw™ Filter - Blue

Platypus

Weight
2.5 oz
2.9 oz
MSRP
$54.95
$39.95

Which one to choose

  • Choose the MSR Thru-Link™ Inline Water Filter - Grey if every ounce counts — 2.5 oz against 2.9 oz.
+ Add the Thru-Link™ Inline Water Filter - Grey to my pack+ Add the QuickDraw™ Filter - Blue to my pack

Questions this comparison answers

Is the MSR Thru-Link™ Inline Water Filter - Grey lighter than the Platypus QuickDraw™ Filter - Blue?
Thru-Link™ Inline Water Filter - Grey is the lighter of the two by 12 g (0.4 oz).
Which has the lower list price, the MSR Thru-Link™ Inline Water Filter - Grey or the Platypus QuickDraw™ Filter - Blue?
QuickDraw™ Filter - Blue lists for $15.00 less in manufacturer list price (MSRP).

MSR Thru-Link™ Inline Water Filter - Grey

Source not recorded.

“The MSR Thru-Link Inline Water Filter can be used with any hydration reservoir, turning it into a filtration system for clean water on the go.”
Full specs and prices for the Thru-Link™ Inline Water Filter - Grey →

Platypus QuickDraw™ Filter - Blue

Source not recorded.

“Ultralight, fast and easy-to-use squeeze water filter with multi-vessel compatibility for backpacking and other outdoor trips.”
Full specs and prices for the QuickDraw™ Filter - Blue →

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