EcoBlueLifeRefrigerator Water Filter Replacement - Certified for Chlorine Reduction & Lead-Free, Easy Install Fridge Water Filter, Compatible with DA29-00020B and More

I purchased my Samsung refrigerator about six months ago and was surprised when the replacement light went on for the filter already since I live alone, how much water could I drink? When I read into it, it seems that six months is the shelf life for these filters and they recommend, so I set out to order my new filter. After seeing the Samsung price on their website, I was dismayed at how expensive it was for something that had to be replaced every six months, so I headed over to Amazon and found this substitute for under $20. I ordered it and it came promptly and was a breeze to install. The water comes out as crisp and clear as the original Samsung filter, so no complaints from me. I didn't actually test the water before or after for contaminants, so I can't speak to the effectiveness of that, but for good tasting drinking water, it works great.

So, I have always purchased SAMSUNG DA29-00020B filters for the refrigerator, and this is my first foray into using an off-brand. I ordered it, and will update this review as time progresses. It may take a while, as the filter probably won't need to be changed for about 6 weeks.Update (19 Feb 2017): Just installed this a few days ago. No problem installing it at all. The instructions say to run 3-5 gallons through the filter. This is a bit difficult, since we can do about a quart at a time. We did run 12 quarts (3 gal) through. I'm not sure of the purpose of this; the instructions seem to indicate that it is to ensure that there are no air bubbles left -- they seemed to go away after about 6 quarts.As to taste, I'd deduct about 0.3 star; somehow, the SAMSUNG filter made our water taste absolutely WONDERFUL for a few weeks after the new filter is installed. It was something I always looked forward to. This didn't happen with the Ecoblue, but the water does seem clean, and comparable to the SAMSUNG after the "wow" taste wears off. I'm willing to give this up for the savings.The other thing I'd deduct 0.4-0.5 star for is the noise. This filter is NOTICEABLY louder in the refrigerator. This is something we can get used to, as long as the filter holds up for the six months it is supposed to.Update (25 Feb 2017): This company gets a gold star for customer support -- they sent me an email in December asking about my purchase (but I hadn't installed it yet). I finally replied to them with the same information in the review above. They responded that it shouldn't be loud; that the carbon core may have become loose. The new filter arrived promptly on the 23rd; I installed it, and the new one is quiet, like the Samsung. Excellent work on their part - I'm moving the review to 5 stars!Update (Oct 2017): One drawback of (at least) that we accidentally discovered is that the filter change light doesn't function with this brand. We realized that we had gone past the replace date by many weeks, so we swapped it out for our last Samsung filter.Update (Apr 2018): The filter change lights ARE working with the Samsung brand, so it was clearly that filter.

The original filter that came with the fridge was replaced with a Samsung factory filter after about 6 months, right away I noticed the water flow was slower and by the time it was due to replace the filter I was very annoyed with the time it took to fill a glass of water, (review of the Samsung filter posted in Jan 2016). So after 7 months with the second filter, I wasn't going to spend the extra money this time. With this filter right away the water flow was back to normal and the taste of the water improved, it was an exact fit and I had no trouble getting it in. If the filter lasts 6 months with decent water flow and I don't have a drastic change in taste I will purchase again.

This filter fits and functions as expected. I have used other replacement filters with mixed results. The one I used prior to this was difficult to install and did not lock in properly. It also caused my refrigerator to make a hideous chattering noise whenever water was dispensed or the ice maker filled. This filter installed and locked into place just like the Samsung branded filter. I am very please with the EcoBlueLife product and highly recommend it.

Perfect fit in my fridge. Not one drop of water leaked during the change or thereafter. Water pressure returned and no chlorine smell. Note that on my model it takes a full half turn to remove and install the filters. There is some give at 1/4 turn but it takes half rotation to get it out and the new one in.

Wow!! That's about sums it up. Great price, great product. My last filter (not this one) didn't allow enough water flow and didn't fill the ice tray enough, causing it to jam all the time. This one has increased water flow, lower price by more than half of the one my fridge recommends, amd gives crystal clear drinking water that you expect. I'll definitely be purchasing this again when it's time to change it out.

I was leery about purchasing this filter. The price seems too good to be true. But this filter has been working for a few weeks now and everything seems great! I am excited to say I will be saving money and going with these filters from now on!!UPDATE 12-12-17: I have continued to use these filters have been nothing but pleased. Feels great saving money.

This is great product. It filters my water like it should. It does everything that a name brand filter does but costs half the price. And it lasts the same amount of time as the name brand which is also a plus. So if you want a great filter at a great price I recommend this one.

I always used original Samsung filters but the price just got too high, so I gave this filter a try. The water flow is more than double of the original and the water tasted foul for a long time, eventually it got either more pleasant or I got used to it. I’m left undecided if it’s worth spending more for the original or to buy the cheaper version and see a noticeable difference.

Fits perfect, no leaks (like others have said) after 1 month, fairly inexpensive and the water tastes just as good.

To compare I cut open after use and compared to a Samsung replacement and found no difference

This fit perfectly in my fridge and water tastes great. No leaks no messes. Will order again

Fit well and is working fine in our samsung fridge. Lots of flow.