Brita below the average of other pitchers (Marena and Fjord), obviously cheaper. The valve for the filling with water is sorely lacking since we must open the entire lid every time. The plastic seems less resistant (although I've never broken in 1 year) and it is not as ergonomic, non-slip as the higher models. Regarding its capacity and the quality of filtration, no complaints since this is the same system and the same cartridges as its big sisters ... much more expensive it fulfills its role perfectly!