Shower Filters Australia: The Complete Buyer’s Guide

This is the complete guide to buying a shower filter in Australia — covering everything from media types and installation to cartridge replacement and our top picks.

Browse our shower filter range or call us on 1800 789 781 for a personalised recommendation.

Why Use a Shower Filter in Australia?

Australian town water is chlorinated or chloraminated for safety. In the shower, this means chlorine in the water you bathe in and steam you breathe. The primary benefits of a shower filter are: reduced chlorine exposure, less skin and hair dryness, and elimination of the chlorine smell from shower steam. See: What Do Shower Filters Actually Remove?

Types of Shower Filters

Inline shower filter: Fits between your shower arm and shower head. Keeps your existing shower head. No tools, no plumbing. Best for renters and households happy with their current shower head.

Filtered shower head: Replaces your existing shower head. Our 7-setting filtered shower head combines KDF/Vitamin C filtration with 7 spray settings.

Media Types

KDF: Effective against free chlorine. Most common. Good for most Australian town water.

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid): Effective against both free chlorine and chloramines. Better for areas using chloramines — check your water utility’s annual report.

Installation

Both inline filters and filtered shower heads are DIY-friendly — hand-tighten onto your existing shower arm. No tools or plumber required. Takes about 5 minutes.

Cartridge Replacement

Replace every 6–12 months. In high-chlorine or hard water areas, replace at 6 months. Browse our replacement shower filter cartridges.

Our Top Picks

• Inline KDF Shower Filter — best for most households, fits any shower head
• 7-Setting Filtered Shower Head — best for sensitive skin, chloramine areas, or shower head upgrade

Not sure which is right for you? Call us on 1800 789 781.

Frequently Asked Questions