Perfectly fulfills its function 4

We had many years Fjord Brita carafe that had some defects, such as having tap water that could easily get out of the upper reservoir to mix with filtered water, which is nerd.
The Marella version fixes the flaws of Fjord: the tank shape of the valve is improved, which avoids having water at hand, the shape of the tank prevents water splashes during filling and misbehavior in filtered water, filtered water is poured without the fear that it mixes with that remained in the tank.
We chose the larger model. What muscle a little arms for the same price, but saves us from falling ... especially in filtered water pitcher in the middle of a meal, which is very satisfying.
Otherwise, we continue to use the BWT cartridge because the water tastes better with.

Only downside: there is no longer the rubber band underneath to protect the bottom of the carafe. Which is unfortunate, because the foot of the carafe now scratched the table.