I’m one of the managers at a local CrossFit box in Austin, and our Elkay bottle filling station gets a serious workout every single day. The "filter status" light turned red last week, and I really didn't want to drop a fortune on the name-brand replacements again. I grabbed this 2-pack to see if they’d actually fit the LZS8WS model, and they clicked right in without any fuss. The size and specs are an exact match for the 51300C. I was a bit worried about potential leaks since it's a third-party brand, but the twist-and-lock design is solid—not a single drip after the first few flush cycles. The water tastes clean, and that metallic "city water" tang is gone, which is the main thing the athletes care about. For the price, you’re getting two filters for what you'd normally pay for one, making this a very economical way to keep a high-traffic gym hydrated. It’s a quality product that does the job without the "brand name" tax. Read more
This is exactly what we need. The size and diameter are just right. Moreover, the price is only a fraction of the original one, and it can perfectly replace the original filter. Their installation method is the same as the original one. Installation is effortless and the entire process takes less than a minute. The change in water quality can be immediately felt (after using 4 gallons of water), the water tastes fresher and purer, and the ice cubes become crystal clear. There was no leakage after using it for several weeks. I am also very satisfied that it is sold in a two-piece package, so I have a backup. I highly recommend these products, and based on their extremely high cost-effectiveness, I will purchase them again if I need them in the future. Read more
I’m the person who ends up handling little upkeep tasks, and I’m always looking for replacements that don’t waste time. This filter checks that box. The twist-and-lock install makes the swap quick, and once it’s in, it stays seated with a tight seal. No tools needed, no mess left behind. After the change, the water taste is noticeably more neutral, and the smell is less harsh. That’s exactly what I want from a refill station filter—nothing fancy, just clean-tasting water people trust. I also like that it’s designed to reduce chlorine taste and odor and support lead reduction, which is the stuff most folks actually care about. The housing materials feel appropriate for drinking water, and the filter build doesn’t feel cheap. The included reminder stickers make planning easier too. I put one right where it’s visible, so the next change won’t get forgotten in the chaos of day-to-day tasks. Read more
This filter has been a nice reset for our refill setup. I don’t love dealing with water filters because they can be messy or fussy, but this one went in with a simple twist-and-lock motion and stayed put. That’s the whole goal: swap it, wipe nothing up, and move on. After installing it, the water taste is what I noticed first. It’s not trying to be “fancy,” it’s just cleaner and easier to drink, especially if you’re filling a big bottle and actually plan to finish it. The odor is lower too, which matters more than people admit. I also like that the filter media is aimed at the common stuff people worry about, like chlorine taste and lead reduction, without me needing to dig into a bunch of numbers. The reminder stickers are a small add-on, but they’re practical in a real-life way. It keeps the routine simple. Read more
I like products that respect my time, and this replacement filter feels designed by someone who’s done the job before. The lock-in motion is clear, and once it’s seated, it stays put. No tools, no weird adapters, no “try it again” moments. The water improvement shows up in everyday use. The smell is calmer, the taste is cleaner, and it’s more enjoyable for filling bottles and pitchers. I also like that the filter construction is described in a way that sounds purposeful—carbon block style media, plus a housing that’s made for food contact and avoids the materials people try to stay away from. The reminder stickers are a small thing, but they’re practical: slap one near the unit and the next change doesn’t get lost in the shuffle. Overall, it’s a clean, dependable replacement that makes the station feel cared for. Read more
Our building has one of those refill stations that everyone uses all day, and it’s amazing how fast water can start tasting weird when a filter is past its prime. This replacement slid into place without me turning it into a maintenance project. Twist, lock, done. The housing feels sturdy in your hands, not flimsy, and it didn’t feel like I had to force anything. The main thing for me is peace of mind. It’s made to handle the stuff people actually worry about in drinking water, and the water coming out has been tasting a lot cleaner. I keep a big bottle on my desk, and I’ve been refilling it more because the water doesn’t have that chlorine-y aftertaste. The reminder stickers are simple but useful—stick one on the unit and you don’t have to rely on memory. Read more
I like when maintenance stuff doesn’t turn into a whole event, and this filter replacement stayed in that lane. The twist-and-lock style is the kind of design that makes sense the second you handle it. It lines up, turns, and seats like it was meant to be changed by regular people, not someone with a toolbox and an afternoon to kill. What stands out most is how the water feels afterward. The taste comes across more neutral, and the smell is calmer, which makes the bottle filler feel more “drink-from-this-everyday” instead of “only if you have to.” The housing also feels like it belongs on a drinking water setup—sturdy, not flimsy. I tossed one of the reminder stickers right near the unit, which is way more helpful than pretending I’ll remember on my own. Read more
