LifeStraw Personal Water Purifier for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness

LifeStraw Personal Water Purifier for Hiking, Camping, Travel, and Emergency Preparedness

Q: Odd question, but its on my mind. If i pee into a bowl, and use the filter on that, will it taste like water or pee?

Salt and urea, along with various other substances your body is trying to eliminate, will remain in the filtered urine so it will still taste like pee (whatever that tastes like.) In a desperate survival situation, many people have resorted to drinking their urine. That is ok up to a point. As your dehydration increases, your urine will become increasingly concentrated (dark and even viscous.) It's best to drink urine early in your survival situation since it will be less concentrated and consequently less toxic. That way you are conserving what water you do have longer. Of course, most people will completely exhaust their water supply before they resort to drinking urine. However, drinking highly concentrated urine is probably worse than not drinking it at all. Also, urine is actually sterile inside your bladder but not as it flows through your urethra. Happy drinking!

Q: I am a bit confused... Does the shelf life of 5 years begin after first use? Or 5 years even if unused? Does it have a manufactured date on it? If we don't use them do we need to replace them every 5 years?

5 years from manufacture date which is supposed to be printed on the packaging . Last ones I bought from Amazon were expired but the manufacture and expiration date had been removed from the packaging . I contacted lifestraw and according to the batch #,they mistakenly left, they were 7 years out of date . If you go to your local caming or sporting goods store you will see they clearly DO come with a manufacture,expiration date and batch # . Remember you get what you pay for and trying to save a few dollars purchasing from sellers that arent exactly honest and sold you a unuseable,expired product isnt a good deal in the end. If it doesnt have a date you can find on the packaging then its most likely been removed and either out of date or close to .

Q: Can you use it with sea water the LifeStraw

No, the Life Straw does not remove salt from ocean water. You can buy desalinators on Amazon for around $250- $300 that can make drinkable water from salt water. Unfortunately, Life Straws cannot remove salt or dangerous chemicals from contaminated water.

Q: It says UP TO 1000 liters, since you're not measuring your water and it depends on how bad the water is, how do you know when it has reached its limt?

Take a 1 liter jar, fill it with water, now draw out the water using the straw a mouthful at a time. Count how many mouthfuls you get from a liter of water. Multiply. that by 1,000. Men, women and children will have different figures.

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Brand
LifeStraw
Special Feature
Protects of of
Product Dimensions
8.66"L x x
Package Information
Bottle
Installation Type
Potable Water
Power Source
No Electricity

💧Filters 1,000 gallons of water

🦠Removes 99.9999% bacteria & 99.9% parasites

⚖️Ultralight 2oz portable design

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Description

💧 Sip Smart, Adventure Hard: The LifeStraw that everyone’s talking about!

PREP LIKE A PRO - Comes sealed and BPA-free, perfect for bugout bags and emergency kits—because being ready is non-negotiable.
NEXT LEVEL SAFETY - Eliminates 99.9999% of harmful bacteria and 99.9% of parasites, surpassing EPA standards for peace of mind.
FEATHERWEIGHT FREEDOM - At just 2 ounces, it’s the ultimate ultralight companion for every adventure—carry less, explore more.
PURE HYDRATION ON THE GO - Filters up to 4,000 liters of water without chemicals or batteries—stay refreshed anywhere.
INSTANT ACCESS TO CLEAN WATER - High flow rate lets you drink directly from streams and lakes—no bulky gear or waiting required.

The LifeStraw Personal Water Purifier is a compact, ultralight filtration device that removes 99.9999% of bacteria and 99.9% of parasites from natural water sources. It filters up to 1,000 gallons (4,000 liters) without chemicals or batteries, making it an essential tool for hiking, camping, travel, and emergency preparedness. BPA-free and EPA-certified, it delivers safe, clean water instantly with a high flow rate, all packed in a durable, portable design.

Specifications

Brand	LifeStraw
Special Feature	Protects against 99.999999% of bacteria (including E.coli, Salmonella), 99.999% of parasites (including Giardia and Cryptosporidium), 99.999% of microplastics, dirt, sand and cloudiness
Product Dimensions	8.66"L x 0.98"W x 0.98"H
Package Information	Bottle
Installation Type	Potable Drinking Water
Power Source	No Electricity Or Battery Power Required
Item Weight	0.06 Kilograms
Model Name	Personal Water Filter
Lower Temperature Rating	1 Degrees Celsius
Upper Temperature Rating	60 Degrees Celsius
UPC	764014282943
Global Trade Identification Number	00724716428377, 00764014282943, 07640144282943
Manufacturer	LifeStraw
Item Package Dimensions L x W x H	11.57 x 8.74 x 2.13 inches
Package Weight	0.06 Kilograms
Item Dimensions LxWxH	8.66 x 0.98 x 0.98 inches
Brand Name	LifeStraw
Country of Origin	Republic of Korea
Color	Blue
Suggested Users	unisex-adult
Number of Items	1
Part Number	LSPHF017
Model Year	2014
Style	1 Pack
Size	1 Pack
Sport Type	Multi-Sport

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Odd question, but its on my mind. If i pee into a bowl, and use the filter on that, will it taste like water or pee?

I am a bit confused... Does the shelf life of 5 years begin after first use? Or 5 years even if unused? Does it have a manufactured date on it? If we don't use them do we need to replace them every 5 years?

Can you use it with sea water the LifeStraw

It says UP TO 1000 liters, since you're not measuring your water and it depends on how bad the water is, how do you know when it has reached its limt?

Reviews

4.8

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J**S

SHTF/BugOutBag Essential

I keep this in my backpack i take hiking and dirtbiking even tho i have a hydration pack i never know when SHTF and i gotta disappear, water is #1 priority, even tho i have and usually do drink the water from streams without a life straw I’m trying to get in the habit of being safer than sorry, thankfully i haven’t been sorry yet! THANKYOU COLORADO!!!

27.05.2025

G**A

life straw works in an emergency situation very handy

wonderful product worked better than I expected I've already filtered probably a thousand gallons through one and it works absolutely perfectly excellent by I would definitely recommend.

28.05.2025

C**.

Very cool

Bought these as a gift for my dad! He’s into outdoor activity, and I figured this survival item would be right up his alley. They look well made, he has not tried them out but I’m sure they’ll do great.

18.05.2025

A**W

For the go bag 🎒

I checked and this company has really good reviews though I haven't used it yet I have confidence in their life straw. These are good to keep one in the car just in case and definitely in the go bag or camping. Would give 5 star but can't until I'm absolutely positive & not only confident.

23.03.2025

S**Y

Sip Like Your Life Depends On It (Because It Might)

This little straw makes me feel like a survivalist icon—Bear Grylls, but make it hydrated. I took one sip from a suspicious-looking stream and suddenly felt invincible. Like, “I could totally survive a zombie apocalypse” energy.The LifeStraw is basically a magical adult Capri Sun straw for dirty water. It filters out the funk and leaves you with crisp, apocalypse-approved hydration. Whether you’re camping, hiking, or just dramatically preparing for the downfall of society, this thing is a must.Bonus: you look kind of cool using it. Like you know things. Wilderness things. Probably taxidermy.

9.05.2025

C**L

Perfect for hiking

Bought this as a gift for my adult child and their spouse for them to take hiking. They both said it worked very well, was easy to use and very convenient.

16.05.2025

J**D

The BEST!!!

Absolutely essential item to keep in the glove compartment of the car or take along for camping. The price of this fluctuates frequently so grab it when it goes down! Best item to have on hand in case of emergency which these days could be any time. I plan on buying more!

6.05.2025

A**N

Good

Cool design. Hopefully I never have to use this. But I love it

26.05.2025

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