GE Smart Whole House Leak Detection Water Filtration System | Reduces Sediment, Rust & More | Install Kit Included | Filter Not Included | Replace Filter (FTHPM, FTHTM, FTHLM) Every 3 Months | GXWH70M

When we moved into our new home, the water quality was noticeably different than what we were used to. The hard water was so bad that we were actually driving back to our previous house just to shower until we found a solution. Installing this GE whole house filtration system along with a water softener completely changed our experience. We've been using this system for well over a year, and it has been reliable from day one. I use the GE Premium replacement filters and replace them on schedule every three months. The water tastes better, there is no noticeable chlorine odor, and it gives me peace of mind knowing the entire house is being filtered before the water reaches our faucets and appliances. One feature that really sets this system apart is the GE SmartHQ app. It does much more than simply notify you when it's time to replace the filter. I can check how much water we're using, monitor the filter life percentage, and even place the system into Vacation Mode when we're away from home. The built-in leak detection and smart monitoring provide an extra layer of protection that many traditional whole-house filters simply don't offer. The clear filter housing also makes it easy to visually inspect the filter, and changing cartridges is quick and straightforward. If your home has hard water or you're looking for a quality whole-house filtration system, I highly recommend pairing this unit with a water softener. Together they've made a tremendous difference in our home. After more than a year of ownership, it's still one of the best home improvement investments we've made. Definitely worth every penny!

Cannot get manual mode to work no matter what I try. Only way to bypass or off (to change the filter) is with the app on my phone. Followed directions exactly. Love the filter and features, but if cloud goes away, all I have a piece of e-waste as cannot change the filter without the app.

A must have for a frequent travelor or a vacation home/rental. The integrated remote leak detection & shut-off capability is a great way to head off catastrophic damage or skyhigh water bills from a leak or careless guest. I've installed many filters over the years and the mounting hardware for this unit is far superior, despite the missing parts I had to replace (I almost sent it back! Fortunately, the value, exceeded the sum of the parts). The wifi setup for the filter & app is easier than a "smart lock." However, the water usuage calendar in the app is still a bit buggy & takes a while to load. The price I was going to pay for other multiple systems would have been four times the cost & aggravation of the GE smart filter. My biggest surprise of the water filter was the remote bypass feature. For example, Ive already used the combined convience of the app & filter bypass when I use the outdoor spigots. The app also showed how much water was lossed when a toilet valve was stuck open for most of the morning, as shown in the picture. The filter also sent me a few medium use alerts during the incident. Our city is treating our water with chlorine and we needed a filter to help protect us and our plumbing. GE needs to make a outdoor filter cover in casevl if you have the filter outside. I made a custom cover to help protect it from the Florida sun, rain and corrosive sea air.

The filter system is moderately priced and has some cool tech. The water filtration using their most advanced filter was very good and I didn’t notice any reduction in water pressure. I think it is nice that they do offer two other lower level filters so you can set your budget for replacement costs. The app has some useful information, but it crashes allot on my iPhone. Maybe they will fix that in later versions. It is yet to be determined if this tech is worth the extra money, but it is great to know how much water you are using and get an alert when the filter needs replacement. Installation would be easy if your plumbing matched the default setup. They use Sharkbite connectors. In my case I needed to do some planning and spend another $100 in extra parts to get it in. For most I would recommend professional installation. The built in shutoff makes it easy to change filters with minimal mess. Be sure you plan a power outlet close by and good internet signal. If you don’t have these two items you should probably choose a different model.

Great filter system works well on my well. I’ve used both the yellow and green filters with no problems.

I've always wanted a way to monitor and control water usage just because I'm a techie. That said, this device is amazing. It's small and was easier to install than I would have expected (I did have a licensed plumber do it but the quick connects that come with the unit eliminated any soldering). As for operation, 2 days after installation I got an alert of "low continuous flow". Turns out our guest bathroom has been having intermittent fill issues and I never knew (it's so quiet you can't hear the water running without taking off the tank lid). The app shows you real-time water usage and has several alerts for possible water leaks. And the kicker, you can remotely turn off your water! The filtration is a nice bonus but not what I purchased the device for (our city water is pretty good compared to most). I believe the trade off of $120/yr in filters will be paid by the water savings from small issues like the running toilet and provide insurance against any major problem. Definitely glad I put this in and would recommend to others.

(-) installation instructions say to cut out 8 3/8" but it actually requires an additional 2 3/8" of un-impeded pipe on each side to get the fittings on. (no couplings, elbows, solder splatter, etc). (-) The connections are intended for PEX or Copper but Copper would be very difficult to use if it was anything but the optimum strait run design. (-) The push fitttings take a lot of effort to move into place. (-) the bypass handle is very stiff (plastic) and it feels like it will break before it moves. (-) The vent valve began to weep immediately after installation. (+) The app appears to work well

Stopped working after about 9 months, because the adapter connection rusted out. Filter was kept in garage, so it didn't rust because it was exposed to elements, it rusted because it's junk. GE said it's not covered by warranty and they no longer make the adapter, so whole thing will need to be replaced. That's the last GE product I ever buy.