SF500 Daily Essential+ Shower Filter (Starter Kit)
SF500 Daily Essential+ Shower Filter (Starter Kit)
Product Details
The Aquabliss Daily Essential + Starter Kit brings together our best-selling filter and two products built to work as one: the Aquabliss SF500 Daily Essential+ Shower Filter, the Aquabliss FS100 Daily Spa Shower Head and a 30-pack of Aquabliss Reusable Sediment Guards (SFPADS). Heavy-duty filtration to help reduce chlorine, sediment and heavy metals in hot and cold water, a wide, even spray from 42 self-cleaning nozzles, and spare guards ready when your water needs them. Installs in minutes, no tools needed.
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Please note: shipping is limited by flow rate, not by the product
The Standard set includes the 2.5 GPM shower head (AB-FS100). It can't currently ship to New York, Colorado, California or Washington because of state water flow regulations. If you're in one of those states, choose the Eco set (1.8 GPM, AB-FS100-ECO) at checkout. It's built to meet each of those states' flow-rate limits, so it ships everywhere the Standard set can't.
What's in the set
- Aquabliss SF500 Daily Essential+ Shower Filter: our most heavy-duty shower filter, with 44% more filtration media and 2 removable sediment guards fitted
- Aquabliss FS100 Daily Spa Shower Head: 42 self-cleaning nozzles, an extra-wide spray and an adjustable pivoting joint
- Aquabliss Reusable Sediment Guards (SFPADS), 30-pack: 15 fresh pairs for your SF500
Filtered water, a fuller spray, spares on hand
Each piece does one job well. Together, they cover your whole shower. The set is designed for households where water quality is a real concern, whether that's a chlorine smell, sediment-heavy water or skin that reacts easily. Nothing to piece together, nothing to think about.
How it fits together
Shower arm, then filter, then shower head. Both the SF500 and FS100 use standard ½" connections. Twist the filter onto your shower arm, twist the shower head onto the filter, and you're done. A universal adapter and thread seal tape are included. No tools, no plumber. If you can twist a jar lid, you can install it.
Multi-stage filtration, every layer considered
Every layer in the SF500 Daily Essential+ serves a purpose. There are no fillers and no unnecessary complexity:
- Sediment guards block large sediments including sand, dirt and loose mineral deposits
- Ultra-fine stainless steel mesh captures medium-sized particles
- Micro-porous PP cotton traps fine sediments, dust and impurities
- Twice-strength calcium sulfite helps to reduce chlorine in both hot and cold water
- Redox media further helps to reduce chlorine and catches additional deposits
- Activated carbon (coconut shell) helps to reduce chlorine, THMs and organic impurities
- PP cotton and stainless steel mesh help keep filtered media from re-entering your water
Designed with sensitive skin in mind
Chlorine and sediment in everyday shower water may contribute to dry, irritated or reactive skin. The SF500 is formulated with sensitive and eczema-prone skin in mind. Fewer contaminants in your water means a kinder daily routine for your skin and scalp. Many customers with sensitive skin report feeling a noticeable difference with regular use.
A fuller, more even shower
The FS100 Daily Spa has an extra-wide spray pattern and an adjustable pivoting joint, so you can direct the stream exactly where you need it. Full coverage, no awkward angles, no cold spots.
On the Standard set (2.5 GPM), 42 independent high-pressure channels push water through each nozzle for a strong, enveloping stream from the first turn of the shower. The Eco set (1.8 GPM) uses the same nozzle design at a lower flow rate to meet state limits.
Heavy-duty filtration shouldn't mean a weaker shower. The SF500 is designed to maintain strong water flow, so the shower head gets the water it needs.
Self-cleaning nozzles, no descaling
Mineral deposits and sediment buildup are among the most common causes of reduced shower pressure. The FS100's silicone nozzles are designed to self-clean with every use. No descaling, no scrubbing. Your flow stays consistent without you having to think about it.
Sediment guards: the first line of filtration
The SF500 comes with 2 guards fitted, one at each end of the cartridge. They catch large suspended particles before they reach the filtration media inside, so every layer behind them can do its job. Without them, debris can clog the media and slow your flow.
The guards rinse clean and can be reused multiple times. When they reach the end of their life, the 30-pack gives you 15 fresh pairs, ready to go.
Signs it's time to rinse or replace
If your flow starts to feel lighter, that's your signal. It usually means the guards have done their job and need a rinse. If flow doesn't come back after rinsing, swap in a fresh pair.
How to replace your sediment guards
- Open the shower filter housing and remove the cartridge
- Twist the end caps on each end of the cartridge counterclockwise
- Replace the sediment guard at each end of the cartridge
- Reassemble the cartridge and place it back inside the filter housing
- Screw the filter back onto your shower arm, and you're done
What does the set help reduce?
Depending on your local supply, the water coming through your shower can carry more than you'd expect. The SF500 combines several filtration media, each targeting a different type of impurity, to reduce them before they reach your skin and hair.
Chlorine
Chlorine is used to disinfect public water supplies, which means it's in your shower water too. You may not notice it until the water heats up and that familiar pool-like smell rises with the steam. The SF500 uses twice-strength calcium sulfite, redox media and coconut shell activated carbon to reduce chlorine in both hot and cold water. The aim isn't to undo water disinfection. It's to reduce how much chlorine reaches your skin and hair every time you shower.
Sediment, sand and fine particles
Not every impurity is dissolved. Some are physical particles: sand, loose mineral deposits, dust and other sediment. The SF500 traps them in stages. The sediment guards catch the largest particles first, stainless steel mesh captures medium-sized particles, and PP cotton traps the finest sediment and dust. With 30 spare guards in the set, you're ready for heavier sediment loads.
THMs and organic impurities
When chlorine reacts with naturally occurring organic matter in water, it can form compounds called trihalomethanes (THMs). Water suppliers monitor THM levels, but some can remain in treated water. Coconut shell activated carbon, a higher-grade source than standard carbon, helps reduce THMs, chlorine and other organic impurities and odors.
Is this set right for your water?
The best setup isn't the one with the longest feature list. It's the one that matches your water. This set may be the right fit if:
- Your water has a noticeable chlorine smell
- You have sediment-heavy water and want extra particle filtration
- You're concerned about more than one type of impurity
- You want a new shower head and filter in one step
- You'd like spare sediment guards on hand rather than reordering
Not sure what's in your water? Start with your local water-quality report or a water test. Knowing your main concern, whether that's chlorine, sediment, metals, hardness or something else, points you to the right filter.
The SF500 filters the water at your shower. It's designed to reduce specific impurities, not remove every dissolved mineral or solve every household water-quality issue. For those, a whole-house water softener or a drinking-water filtration system may be more appropriate.
Built to last
Brass ball joint, durable chrome finish and upgraded no-leak seals, designed for long-term performance. From design to delivery, every decision is intentional. Nothing is rushed, everything serves a purpose.
Installation guides
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The simple shift your skin will thank you for
I've had it for a little over a month now. I like the ease of installation. But since day one, it has leaked through the center. I even tightened it as tight as I could, and it still leaks. It's a design flaw, which makes me wonder if the flow inside is also bypassing the filter.
I’ve never had a filter on my shower so I am happy having one in both bathrooms. My skin is not itchy after a shower! The only drawback is that my hose on the shower wand sticks out more from the shower wall.
Purchased 3 SF500 shower filters. 1 ok so far. Not being used that much. The 2 other used a lot and started leaking within 3 months. Filled out forms for either returning and money back, or replacing. This was done about a week ago, and haven’t heard anything from the company. Will not use this company ever again.
I ordered (2) with 3 extra replacement filters since the hard water in the city makes itchy skin and hair loss. Very easy to install and customer service is as quick to respond to question.
Wife's hair color doesn't fade as fast. compared to having no water filter.
I just feel so much better in my showers with the Aqua Bliss. Living in a city that I know has many chemicals in their water treatment system made my skin so much more dry!
This product broke right after the warranty expired it’s not real metal it’s a cheap plastic inside that can snap right off of your shower spout barely used it changed the filter a couple times and went to reinstall it the end snapped clean off followed instructions no misuse no prior damage to the product and the company refused to help because the warranty expired in my opinion seems a little ironic it happened right after the warranty expired but needless to say I will not be recommending this product and will take my money elsewhere also the filter does not last 6 months if used regularly in a family home we also have a soft water system
We bought a sf500 for our shower. We live at the base of Mt St Helen's and have the hardest water. It works exactly how we wanted it to. Today, we started filling our pool. The system we wanted to filter the water through failed. And then we remembered the shower filter. We took it out of the shower to give it a try. It ABSOLUTELY worked!!! The water filtering into our pool is clear. You may consider putting out a pool edition for all of us folks with hard water.
We have taken 6 or so showers since installing the filter. My girlfriend and I have noticed that it’s helping are skin from drying out like it did before and the feel and look of are hair. Over time I’m sure we will see a big difference. Filter attached very easily and quickly. No issues with with pressure decreasing. Also leak free. Really happy we purchased this product and just in general a filter. Are house we rent does not have a water softener so the water is very dry and lots of minerals in it.
I spend hundreds of dollars a year at the salon keeping my hair nice and blonde. Every time I went back for a touchup, my stylist would always say how crazy it was that my hair turned orange and brassy in such a short period of time every time. We concluded that it was the water, so I did my due diligence research and ordered myself the AquaBliss shower filter and detachable showerhead. I have been using it for about a month now. I just went back and I was for a touchup and the first thing she said was how well I retained the platinum and resist the brass. I let her know that I took her advice and purchased a showerhead filter. The water taste better it smells better it does not brass my hair out and I even let the kids bathe in my shower because of the quality of the water now. I would recommend This product hands-down 100% to anyone. It is stylish it is simple to attach it Works extremely well. Well worth the investment.
NYC has some of the hardest water in the country, but this shower filter made an immediate difference! My hair is no longer frizzy, and my skin is clearing up and becoming less flaky and dry. However, I gave it four stars because my filter pads looked like dirt after two weeks (See photos). I'm concerned that the filter won't last very long in severe hard water.
HOT TIP: If you're unable to unscrew the case to change the filter pads/filter, it's because the water pressure caused the filter to expand and press on the walls of the case. To fix this, take a hammer and GENTLY tap the sides, top, and bottom of the case before trying to unscrew the case. You'll probably need to repeat this process multiple times before it comes loose--it took me three tries. This was the only method that worked for me; the AquaBliss help page on this subject was useless.
This shower filter works wonders on our well water. We have two water softeners that are old and don’t work the greatest anymore. I couldn’t believe how much sediment this little filter picked up! The picture attached speaks for itself!
Item was delivered three days early! I have a deep private well and the water is very hard, leaves calcium deposits on everything.The SF500 filter does seem to have reduced the hardness to an acceptable level, as my faceand skin didnt have a dry patchy texture anymore when I got out of the shower! Where I moved from last year, I had a Culligan water softener, so I know what good water is SUPPOSED to feel like. I think this is the very affordable answer to my water quality issues. For the price I dont see how you can go wrong with the Aquabliss SF500. Also it is attractive, actually made my shower look better!
Terri A
We have used Aquabliss filter in a rental home in Northern N.M. where we had WellWater(made me itch/dryskin). We moved back to our AZ home and have Hard chlorinated water. Both this upgraded filter. Absolutely feel the difference. I wish they made a kitchen sink filer and a washing machine filter. I recommend the Aquabliss Filter 100%. Now we also purchased the hand held shower sprayer- nice style but leaking in 3 place. We did the troubleshooting. We need a replacement. I have not yet called Aquabliss about it, as we just moved back as of 3/3/21 and deep cleaning and repairing the damage the previous tenant did.
I purchased 2 AquaBliss SF500's, Master and Guest Showers, back last Fall, 2020. Immediately noticed a change in the shower water feel, hair, skin was much cleaner. Fast forward to my 1st filter change. Wow. What was captured is unbelievable. Attached are old filter and new filter. The orange liquid the poured put of the old filter confirmed, this product does its job. Outstanding product.
I have very hard spring water. My skin was always dry. Because of the deposits, I had to wash my hair every other day, and I don’t use hair products.
I liked the multi stage filter and the fact it had 2 separate screens to block calcium and deposits.
My order arrived a week later which made me extremely happy. Install was easy. Since using this my skin is no longer dry like it was and I can go a week before washing my hair. Even after 5 days it still feels silky soft and smooth. Like I said, I don’t use any product on my hair. I highly recommend this product. It was absolutely the best purchase I have made. Thank you AquaBliss!! You can add me to your loyal fan base! Diana~
I love the filter and I can feel that our awful hard water is much softer and cleaner, however, I also ordered the detachable shower head to use for bathing my daughter but unfortunately the coil cover over the hose has already broken off. I would have given 5 stars if it weren’t for having to have a broken looking shower head with an exposed black hose that was a bit upsetting as it only stayed intact for about 2 months of use. I will say the installation was incredibly easy and quick and highly recommend the filter!
Perfect, could tell a difference immediately & was so easy to install that I did it myself & hubby was impressed that I never bothered to ask him to install! No more terrible chlorine smell! Will purchase another for 2nd bathroom. Highly recommend!
This product is awesome. Took less than 5 min to install. It literally feels like a water softener. My roommate has eczema. I don't want to pretend like I know what it's like to have the condition but he says it's helping him a lot. I would recommend regardless the reason. Just nice to know, all that crap in tap water is taken out!
Super easy to install, shower felt amazing, me and the kids love it!!
Excellent product and easy to install!!!
Lately my hair has been shedding more than usual and after getting a water report from my local utility (was not good!), I decided to look into water filters. Whole home filters are rather pricey and not very DIY-able. So while I was searching I found these shower filters that I decided to try and stumbled across this one on amazon and decided to try it. It was super easy to install - it includes basically everything needs short of tools (a wrench). It feels very sturdy and solid and showering feels great. Can’t really comment on hair not falling out part yet but it definitely feels better. I recommend trying this filter out if you have bad water quality or a chlorine smell in your water too!
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