Does the water from your LG refrigerator taste a little… off? Maybe it has a strange smell or a cloudy look. You bought an LG refrigerator for its cool features and great ice, but clean water is just as important! Choosing the right water filter for your specific LG model can feel like a puzzle. There are so many numbers, names, and compatibility charts out there. It’s easy to pick the wrong one and waste money, or worse, keep drinking subpar water.
Stop guessing and start enjoying crisp, clean refreshment! This guide cuts through the confusion. We will show you exactly what to look for, how to check your model number, and which filters give you the best value for your LG fridge. Get ready to learn the easy way to keep your family healthy and your ice tasting perfect. Let’s dive into finding the best filter solution for your LG appliance today!
Top Water Filter For Lg Refrigerator Recommendations
- [Replacement for Models] LG LT1000P, LT1000PC, LT1000PCS, LT-1000PC, ADQ74793502, ADQ75795105, MDJ64844601, Kenmore 46-9980, 9980, LFXC22596S, LMWS27626S, LRFWS2906S, LSXS26336S, LRMXS2806S, LFXC24796D, LFXC24796S, LFXS26566M, LFXS26566S, LFXS26596M, LFXS26973D, LFXS28566, LFXS28566D, LFXS28566M, LFXS28566S, LFXS28596D, LFXS28596M, LFXS28596S, LFXS28968, LFXS28968D, LFXS28968S, LFXS30796D, LFXS30796S, LMXS28626.
- [Replacement for Air Filter Models] LG LT120F, ADQ73214402, ADQ73214403, ADQ73214404, ADQ73334008, 46-9918, 469918, 9918.
- This Waterdrop LT1000P refrigerator water filter replacement, despite its affordable price - a mix of prior filtration performance and important certifications from the well-known regulatory body in the industry – NSF 42 and NSF 372 certificates. Thanks to the Sri Lankan superior coconut shell carbon block, this replacement for LG water filter ADQ747935 is effective against various materials.
- [Advance filtration process] If you have been looking for a way to reduce harmful impurities from your drinking water, the solution is here. This LT1000P water filter replacement by Waterdrop effectively filters off something from your water. These include chlorine, taste and odor, and other suspended particles tested by the third-party laboratory. While impurities are reduced, every beneficial mineral in your water is kept, ensuring that your body functions properly.
- [360°comprehensive protection] Be aware of the claimed certification. Our filters are comprehensively certifiedby the NSF 42&372 test from each components to the filter cartridge as a whole, providing you all-round protection from harmful impurities.
- LG refrigerator water filters provide high quality drinking water by removing contaminants like pesticides, chemicals, and detergents.
- Provide cleaner, fresher, and better tasting water and ice for your family.
- Only genuine LG refrigerator filters guarantee proper fit from the moment you install it; 3rd party filters can cause damage, are not covered under the LG warranty, and can even lead to unnecessary repairs.
- Only genuine LG Water Filters are certified by NSF International to meet industry-leading filtration standards (NSF42, NSF53, NSF401).
- Removes 99.99% of cysts, 99% of asbestos and almost all mercury, lead, benzene, herbicides, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, and insect repellant that can be found in water
- LRFS28XBD LRFCS29D6 LRFDC2406S LRMVS2806D LRFDC2406D LRMDC2306D LRFXC2416D LRMDS3006D LRFDS3016D Water Filter Replacement for LG LT1000P,ADQ747935 ADQ74793504 Filter，2 Pack
- LRFS28XBD LRFCS29D6 LRFDC2406S LRMVS2806D LRFDC2406D LRMDC2306D LRFXC2416D LRMDS3006D LRFDS3016D Water Filter Replacement for LG LT1000P,ADQ747935 ADQ74793504 Filter，2 Pack
- LRFS28XBD LRFCS29D6 LRFDC2406S LRMVS2806D LRFDC2406D LRMDC2306D LRFXC2416D LRMDS3006D LRFDS3016D Water Filter Replacement for LG LT1000P,ADQ747935 ADQ74793504 Filter，2 Pack
- LRFS28XBD LRFCS29D6 LRFDC2406S LRMVS2806D LRFDC2406D LRMDC2306D LRFXC2416D LRMDS3006D LRFDS3016D Water Filter Replacement for LG LT1000P,ADQ747935 ADQ74793504 Filter，2 Pack
- LRFS28XBD LRFCS29D6 LRFDC2406S LRMVS2806D LRFDC2406D LRMDC2306D LRFXC2416D LRMDS3006D LRFDS3016D Water Filter Replacement for LG LT1000P,ADQ747935 ADQ74793504 Filter，2 Pack
- Provide cleaner, fresher and better tasting water and ice for your family
- Have peace of mind with NSF-certified LG filters that reduce contaminants
- Provides high-quality drinking water by removing contaminants like pesticides, chemicals, and detergents
- Removes 99.99% of cysts, 99% of asbestos and almost all mercury, lead, and benzene
- Removes some herbacides, pesticides, pharmaceuticals and insect repellant that can be found in water
- Authoritative Certifications- ICEPURE RWF4700AC replacement for LG LT1000P refrigerator water filter bears major Authoritative Certifications on markets, such as NSF/ANSI 42, NSF/ANSI/CAN 372 Lead-Free from IAPMO, European Food Grade Regulations EC-1935/2016, ROHS, REACH, BPA-Free, TUV, and Australian Water Mark
- Efficient Filtration Capacity- ICEPURE RWF4700AC refrigerator water filter replacement for LG ADQ747935 and Kenmore Elite 9980 reduces many harmful substances from your water including 99% of Chlorine, taste, odor, THM, VOCs, Particles, and other major impurities, significantly improving the taste of drinking water to provide pure-tasting water, while retaining minerals beneficial to the human body
- Premium Materials- BPA-free and food-grade materials. This filter is made from advanced natural coconut shell carbon and is Certified by Authoritative organizations for Safe Material. The Outer layer is 0.5 Micron, ensuring better filtration. The carbon blocks have been independently tested by a third-party laboratory to remove heavy metals, large sediments, and all other dangerous impurities and contaminants
- Compatible Models- LT1000P, 1000P, LT1000PCS, LT-1000PC, LT1000P/PC/PCS, ADQ747935, ADQ74793504, Kenmore 46-9980, 46 9980, 469980, LRFXC2416S, LRFVS3006S, LRMDS3006S, LFXS28596S, LFXS26973D, LRFVC2406S, LRFDS3016S, LRMVS3006S, LRMDC2306S, LLMXS3006S, LMXS28596S, LMXS28596D, LFXS26596S, LMXC23796S, LFXC22526S, LFXC22526D, LRMXS2806S, LMXC22626S, LFXC24796, LFXC24796D, LFXC24796S, LFXC22526D, LFXC22596S, LFXS28566S, LFXS28968S, LFXS30796, LFXS30796S, LFXS30796D, LRFDS3006S, LRFDS3006D, LRFVS3006D
- Fit Models- ICEPURE RWF4700AC RWF4700AC-S, GOLDEN ICEPURE, AQUACREST AQF-LT1000P, Water drop WD-LT1000P, GLACIER FRESH GF-1000P, OEM Pureza filters PF15, PF16, Crystala CF16, FilterLogic FL-RF46, Waterspecialist WS646A, Maxblue MB-LT1000P, BELVITA BL003-S,Tier1 RWF1053, Mist CWMF002, Zuma ZWFL7-RF300, Colpure CLT-2, PurePlus PP-LT1000P, OH OH-1000p, Aqua Blue AB-9834, MR15, Tahoe LT1000P, FilterOne LT1000P fridge cartridge. Air Filter: ADQ73214404, ADQ73334008, 46-9918, 469918, 9918
- The replacement for Kenmore water filter 9690, 46-9690 and LFXS30766S water filter, despite the affordable price, offer the best - a mix of prior filtration performance and important certifications from the well-known regulatory body in the industry – NSF 42 and NSF 372 certificates. Thanks to the 100% Sri Lankan superior coconut shell carbon block, the replacement for LG -LT700P & LFXS30766S refrigerator water filter can effective against various impurities.
- [Replacement for models] This filter replacement for: LG LT700P, LT700PCS, ADQ36006101, ADQ36006101-S, ADQ36006101S, ADQ36006102, ADQ36006102-S, ADQ36006102S, 9690, 46-9690, KENMORE 469690, WSL-3, WF700, WLF-01, RFC1200A, CWMF041, BLS LT700P, APF1400, PL-500, WF-117, R-9690, WD-F32, OP-1200A.
- [Compatible with] LFCS31626S; LFD20786SB; LFD22786SB; LFX21976ST; LFX25976SB; LFX25978SB; LFX25991ST; LFX25992ST; LFX28968D; LFX28978SB; LFX28979SB; LFX28991ST; LFX28992ST; LFX28995ST; LFX29927SB; LFX29937ST; LFX29945ST; LFX31915SB; LFX31925SB; LFX31935ST; LFX31945ST; LFX31945ST; LFX31995ST; LFX32945ST; LFX33975ST; LFXC24726D; LFXC24766; LFXC24766S; LFXS24623B; LFXS24663S.
- [Top-notch filter material] Unlike the less-efficient charcoal filter that relies on coal, wood, walnut shell, and apricot shell. This filter adopts 100% Sri Lankan selected coconut shell carbon block, with 2x larger surface area and more micropores, which can improve the taste of your water.
- [Complimentary month install stickers] You do not have to go the extra mile to monitor your refrigerator filter’s lifespan. This Waterdrop refrigerator filter is shipped with complimentary month install stickers that help track the service life at all times. Now you know when you have exhausted the 200 gallons or 6 months of pure water, depending on the water conditions.
- Delivers clean, clear water that looks and tastes great
- Uses revolutionized technology for water filtration, most of the impurities that water has are filtered away
- Designed to provide up to 6-months of life or 500-gallons
- Does not remove minerals which may be beneficial to health such as fluoride
- The materials used in making LG water filters are top quality materials ensuring that the products last longer
- What you get in this AQUA CREST refrigerator water filter is an excellent prior filtration performance that stands on par with what you get from the original brand, backed by the standard NSF 42 and 372 certifications. Unlike the generic brands, our refrigerator water filter relies on the 100% superior coconut shell carbon block to get rid of different types of impurities from your water.
- Excellent filtration beyond your mind: AQUA CREST water filters can reduce such a wide range of harmful substances at a go including suspended particles, copper, VOCs, THM, chromium and chlorine from your drinking water. An independent third-party laboratory has verified this claim.
- 100% fit: The precise production technology adopted by AQUA CREST in this refrigerator water filter means you get a perfect fit, just like the original scale. Besides, AQUA CREST ensures that this DIY process will not take you more than a few minutes.
- High-quality filter material: AQUA CREST brings you an upgrade with a 100% selected coconut shell carbon block. The surface area is larger. There are also more micropores to increase the filtration process’s efficiency, giving no chance to impurities like bad taste and odor, sediments, chlorine, and heavy metals.
- Month install stickers: This filter comes with stickers that help you mark the installation date. Now you can worry less about overusing your filter, thanks to this simple yet effective replacement date reminder. You get up to 6 months or 200 gallons of pure-tasting water, depending on the conditions of your water.
Choosing the Right Water Filter for Your LG Refrigerator
Your LG refrigerator keeps your food fresh and your water crisp. A good water filter makes a big difference in the taste and safety of your drinking water. This guide will help you pick the best replacement filter for your fridge.
Key Features to Look For
When shopping for an LG refrigerator water filter, look for these important features:
- Contaminant Reduction: The filter must reduce bad tastes, odors, chlorine, and harmful contaminants like lead or cysts. Check the filter’s packaging for a NSF certification label. This label shows independent testing confirmed its claims.
- Flow Rate: This is how fast the water comes out. A good filter should not slow down your water flow too much. If the flow rate drops suddenly after installation, the filter might be poor quality or installed incorrectly.
- Filter Life Indicator: Many LG refrigerators have an indicator light. Make sure the replacement filter works correctly with your fridge’s system to reset this light.
- Easy Installation: You should be able to change the filter yourself in just a few minutes without needing special tools.
Important Materials Matter
The material inside the filter does most of the cleaning work. Most high-quality LG refrigerator filters use activated carbon.
Activated Carbon
Activated carbon works like a sponge. It pulls bad tastes and smells out of the water. Filters made with high-quality carbon blocks clean better than loose carbon pellets. Better materials mean cleaner water for longer.
Filter Casing
The plastic casing holding the carbon must be strong and food-safe. Look for BPA-free materials. Cheap plastic can sometimes break or leak inside your fridge.
Factors That Improve or Reduce Quality
The quality of the filter directly affects your water. Good filters offer superior cleaning power.
What Makes a Filter Better?
- Certification: Filters certified by NSF International (especially NSF 42 and 53) are top-tier. These certifications prove they remove specific pollutants effectively.
- Carbon Density: Denser carbon filters have more surface area to catch contaminants, leading to better filtration.
What Lowers Filter Quality?
- Knock-Off Brands: Very cheap, unbranded filters often use lower-grade carbon. These filters might clog quickly or not remove contaminants properly.
- Poor Fit: If the filter does not seal perfectly inside the refrigerator housing, water can bypass the carbon, reducing the cleaning effectiveness.
User Experience and Use Cases
How you use your fridge water dispenser influences your filter choice.
Everyday Drinking
If you use the dispenser many times a day for drinking and cooking, you need a filter with a long lifespan (usually six months) and excellent chlorine reduction. Consistent, clean water is the goal here.
Infrequent Use
If you only use the water dispenser occasionally, you still need to replace the filter every six months. Water sitting stagnant in an old filter can breed bacteria. A reliable filter ensures that when you *do* need water, it tastes fresh immediately.
Always follow your LG owner’s manual for the correct filter type for your specific model number.
10 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) about LG Refrigerator Water Filters
Q: How often should I change my LG water filter?
A: You should change your LG water filter every six months, or sooner if the change indicator light comes on or if the water flow slows down significantly.
Q: Can I use a generic filter instead of an official LG brand filter?
A: Yes, many high-quality third-party filters fit LG models. Just ensure the generic filter lists your specific LG model number on its packaging for guaranteed compatibility.
Q: Why is my water flow slow after installing a new filter?
A: This usually happens because the filter needs to be primed. Run several gallons of water through the dispenser to flush out trapped air and fine carbon dust. If it remains slow, the filter might be defective or installed incorrectly.
Q: What is the most important certification to look for?
A: Look for NSF certification, especially NSF 42 (for aesthetic improvements like taste and odor) and NSF 53 (for health-related contaminants like lead).
Q: Does the filter remove bacteria or viruses?
A: Standard carbon filters are not designed to remove bacteria or viruses. If your home water source is questionable, you should use a certified microbiological filter or boil your water.
Q: Where is the water filter located in most LG refrigerators?
A: In most modern LG models, the filter is located inside the refrigerator compartment, usually in the upper right corner or sometimes in the base grille at the bottom front.
Q: How do I reset the filter indicator light after changing the filter?
A: The reset method varies by model, but typically you press and hold the “Filter Reset” or “Ice Type/Filter” button for about three to five seconds until the light turns off or changes color.
Q: Will using an old filter harm my refrigerator?
A: An old filter won’t typically damage the refrigerator mechanics, but it can clog the system over time, putting extra strain on the water valve. More importantly, it stops cleaning your water.
Q: What is the difference between a carbon block and granular carbon filter?
A: A carbon block is pressed tightly together, offering better contaminant removal and less bypass. Granular carbon is looser and might allow some water to pass through without full filtration.
Q: Can I install the filter without turning off the water supply?
A: Yes, most LG refrigerator filters are designed for simple, tool-free replacement without shutting off the main water line. Just be ready for a small amount of water to drip out when you remove the old cartridge.