• Filters Fast

Filters Fast

Overview

Filters Fast has a rating of 2.1 stars from 516 reviews, indicating that most customers are generally dissatisfied with their purchases. Reviewers complaining about Filters Fast most frequently mention customer service, credit card, and day shipping problems. Filters Fast ranks 134th among Water Filter sites.

  • Service
    29
  • Value
    29
  • Shipping
    31
  • Returns
    17
  • Quality
    27

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Critical highlights

  • Customer service was rude and refused to discuss why the order hadn't shipped and there is no additional $10.
  • This company allowed a breach of their website, causing someone to attack the credit card I used.
How would you rate Filters Fast?
Top Positive Review

“Customer Service is improving - good sign”

Theodore H.
10/7/23

I placed an order for two types of filters. 8 units in total. I made an error on the size for one group, which was designated as 'custom filters'. I tried to correct/cancel the order a few hours of placement. The initial response was because they were custom I could not cancel the order. After a couple of email exchanges, a hero in the Filters Fast team (Sam) was able to cancel the order, even though they had already been shipped. Thanks very satisfied customer

Top Critical Review

“Don't give Filters Fast your email!”

Ron P.
2/8/24

To management at Filters Fast; I was a customer of Filters Fast for years, but ever since you began inundating me with many (many) multiple emails, I began to look elsewhere for my filter needs. Then, when I tried to unsubscribe from your emails multiple times with no relief, my resolve to not do business with Filters Fast has only strengthened. Don't try to apologize or make excuses like "We diligently care about our customers and strive to remove anyone who asks to be removed from our emails." I won't be buying that, because it's pure bs and you know it. Don't ask me for my email address because I have given it to you many times when I asked you to unsubscribe (a word you are apparently unfamiliar with) me from your email list. Instead, I have created a message filter that sends your emails to trash, where they belong. I don't care how good your filters are, or at what price; you have slit your own throats by your incessant email campaign that never stops and also by ignoring people who ask you to stop sending them emails. This is not a "technical glitch," it is a purposeful marketing ploy that will hopefully lose you tons of money. You have lost all credibility. My only hope is that this email will somehow wend its way to upper management, and that this will serve to cause as many resignations (or firings) as possible. I really doubt that will happen, but either way Filters Fast will never receive any more money from me. Don't bother trying to email me with excuses or apologies; I won't see your emails because they will also go to the trash folder as soon as they arrive. Max Todd

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Thumbnail of user ronparedes8
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 8th, 2024

To management at Filters Fast;

I was a customer of Filters Fast for years, but ever since you began inundating me with many (many) multiple emails, I began to look elsewhere for my filter needs. Then, when I tried to unsubscribe from your emails multiple times with no relief, my resolve to not do business with Filters Fast has only strengthened.

Don't try to apologize or make excuses like "We diligently care about our customers and strive to remove anyone who asks to be removed from our emails." I won't be buying that, because it's pure bs and you know it. Don't ask me for my email address because I have given it to you many times when I asked you to unsubscribe (a word you are apparently unfamiliar with) me from your email list. Instead, I have created a message filter that sends your emails to trash, where they belong.

I don't care how good your filters are, or at what price; you have slit your own throats by your incessant email campaign that never stops and also by ignoring people who ask you to stop sending them emails. This is not a "technical glitch," it is a purposeful marketing ploy that will hopefully lose you tons of money. You have lost all credibility. My only hope is that this email will somehow wend its way to upper management, and that this will serve to cause as many resignations (or firings) as possible. I really doubt that will happen, but either way Filters Fast will never receive any more money from me.

Don't bother trying to email me with excuses or apologies; I won't see your emails because they will also go to the trash folder as soon as they arrive.

Max Todd

Products used:
I ordered filters in the past but never again

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Thumbnail of user lareenc
5 reviews
0 helpful votes
April 1st, 2024

No explanation as to why I don't have the ice maker. Please inform someone I want to know when it will arrive.

Tip for consumers:
No info on status of order arrival date.

Products used:
Freezer ice maker for refrigerator

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Thumbnail of user marks5941
1 review
0 helpful votes
February 20th, 2023

Should have never ordered my first ac filter from them. They send me emails CONSTANTLY even tho I have asked to be removed. They don't care, they a pest of businesses that could care less about customers privacy. Shop elsewhere!

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi, thanks for the review! Please reach out to us at 1-866-438-3458 or by email at support@filtersfast.com for further assistance.

Thumbnail of user tjbear59
1 review
0 helpful votes
October 7th, 2023

I placed an order for two types of filters. 8 units in total.
I made an error on the size for one group, which was designated as 'custom filters'.
I tried to correct/cancel the order a few hours of placement.
The initial response was because they were custom I could not cancel the order.
After a couple of email exchanges, a hero in the Filters Fast team (Sam) was able to cancel the order, even though they had already been shipped.
Thanks very satisfied customer

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Thumbnail of user davem186
3 reviews
0 helpful votes
September 15th, 2022
Verified purchase

Order filters for two different furnaces, 4 inches thick. Both are 3 1/2 inches but the cardboard en closer had 4 inches printed on it. They flop around in the furnace compartment. You get/don't get what you pay for.

Tip for consumers:
Consider that you will get an undersized product.

Products used:
furnace filters

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Thumbnail of user lindseyw42
David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate your feedback and will use this to improve upon future operations. Please feel free to contact us at support@filtersfast.com if you need anything at all.

Thumbnail of user russellr89
1 review
0 helpful votes
October 18th, 2019

Here is an update to the review I originally posted (below).

FiltersFast was finally successful in convincing its vendor to double-box the product to protect it during shipping.

FiltersFast and its customers shouldn't have to go through such an ordeal. However, I give FiltersFast credit for pursuing the matter until it was finally resolved.

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I purchased a product from FiltersFast.com.

I received the product in a reasonable period of time (drop shipped from the manufacturer). The product was damaged, and based upon the paperwork inside of the box, the product was previously returned by another customer. As instructed, I returned the product.

A replacement product was drop shipped by FiltersFast.com's vendor (the manufacturer). This product was received damaged.

I contacted FiltersFast.com's customer service ONE MONTH AGO. I still have not received a replacement product.

Customer service is polite, using sentences such as, "Thank you for your patience while we resolve this for you" but nothing is resolved.

All the while, FiltersFast has my money and I have no usable product. I've expended a lot of time via e-mail, telephone and driving to the Post Office to return the first unit that was delivered damaged.

Your time and peace of mind is worth more than FiltersFast.com is willing to deliver.

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi Russell, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave us such detailed review. We appreciate your willingness to resolve this issue. We will have someone from our Customer Experience team reach out to you to resolve the issue. Please email me directly at asia@filtersfast.com if you have anymore questions or concerns.

Thumbnail of user mikes1731
1 review
0 helpful votes
April 12th, 2019

It was a pain to go to stores to get my fridge filter. Out of stock or non carry I just don't need to drive around even though it is easy to check online or call for availability. The price was half of what was paid for in the past and the quality has been good so far. There was a delay in delivery but that had nothing to do with the supplier. I will order again, thanks

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Thank you Mike! If you ever have any feedback about how to make your experience with us even better please feel free to email me at asia@filtersfast.com

Thumbnail of user camillag12
1 review
2 helpful votes
April 19th, 2021

Deceptive! This company flies by the seat of their pants!

They charged my credit card multiple times. When I tried to place the order, the website told me: "Transaction was declined, please enter the details again." I tried 2 more cards. I was charged $170.27 total of eight times = $1360!
Yes, that shows up on my bank statement.
So "declined" was not true!

I talked to customer service, and because of the bad reviews here, I also recorded the call.
They told me the charges will be "reverted in a few days". But I don't want them touching my money at all - ever! Instead I bought the filters from another seller.

Now I am asking my bank to block this seller from taking money out of my account.

Tip for consumers:
I gave it two stars because the website looks well organized. But being charged multiple times makes me never want to visit again.

Products used:
none of it,

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi Camilla, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate your feedback and will use this to improve upon future operations. Please feel free to contact me at support@filtersfast.com if you need anything at all.

Thumbnail of user susang545
1 review
1 helpful vote
April 11th, 2019

Fast delivery, always have what I want in stock and better quality filters than at my local retail outlet.

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Thanks Susan! We appreciate your taking the time to leave us feedback.

Thumbnail of user eliungar28
1 review
0 helpful votes
September 29th, 2023

Order a part online, showed the part was available and will ship in a few days, 2 weeks later I call and they tell me over the phone that the part is on back order and is dues in 2 months, but they took my payment right away with no problem! False description! If you don't have the part don't show on your website that you do!

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Thumbnail of user thomasc424
1 review
0 helpful votes
July 3rd, 2018

Where is my filter? Since today is July 3, perhaps a rush to complete deliveries before a holiday break led to some confusion. Thanks.

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hello Thomas,

If you have not received your order as of today, please email me at Lindsey@filtersfast.com. Sometimes the carriers will mark an item delivered before it actually is, we typically ask that you give them 24 hours after it shows delivered before growing concerned. Please let me know if you have not received anything.
Thank you,
Lindsey Williams

Thumbnail of user fosterh21
1 review
0 helpful votes
July 25th, 2022

First I like to say thanks for your prompt service and understanding, I ordered the filter size that was on my filter from filter fast when I received it It didn't work so I measured the filter and sure enough it was not what was on the filter. I called filter fast and they was able to resend the correct size with no problem. Very satisfied with the service I received. Filter Fast For Me...

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Thanks for being a part of our FiltersFast.com family! We really appreciate that you took the time to write us this review. Please feel free to contact me if you ever need anything at support@filtersfast.com.

Thumbnail of user vtown9
1 review
3 helpful votes
May 20th, 2023

Do not give your email to this company. I get 3-4 emails daily from them, I've tried unsubscribing, blocking them, they keep coming. They sell cheap poor quality filters. BUYER BEWARE

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Thumbnail of user lindseyw42
David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi, thanks for the review! Please reach out to us at 1-866-438-3458 or by email at support@filtersfast.com for further assistance.

Thumbnail of user terrencew40
1 review
1 helpful vote
January 24th, 2021

I made the mistake of purchasing filters from this company years ago. Filters were acceptable but not any better then other suppliers. What really made me stop even considering Fast Filters is that for years now I have to click of their email ads daily, often two or more per day. You cannot opt out of their pesty emails. Went I do find an opt out option, it just seems to generate more email ads. Unless you like clicking off emails daily for the rest of your life, don't let FiltersFast get yours.

Tip for consumers:
Don't. Fastfilters will never let you forget them. Emails daily for life.

Products used:
furnace filters

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi Terrence, thanks for the review! Please reach out to us at 1-866-438-3458 or by email at support@filtersfast.com for further assistance.

Thumbnail of user louieh38
1 review
6 helpful votes
September 23rd, 2020

After 9 days of "preparing to ship out tomorrow" on items that the website claims to be available, Filtersfast is refusing to cancel my UNSHIPPED order. Customer service agents make up excuses and lie to you saying they emailed you when they have not. Only way to get your money back is to put in a stop payment with the credit card company directly. Total fraud. Do not waste your time with this company.

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi Louie! I apologize for any inconvenience you might be experiencing. I will have a Customer Experience member look into this for you and resolve any lingering issues. Thank you for being a loyal customer and allowing us to resolve this issue for you. If you have any questions in the meantime, please email me at Support@filtersfast.com

Thumbnail of user drurya
2 reviews
6 helpful votes
January 21st, 2021
Verified purchase

Ordered a refrigerator filter 1/15. Received notice it was mailed 1/16. It's now 1/21 and post office has yet to receive package. The company does not respond to repeated inquiries. Stay away. They need to change their name to slowfilter or nofilter.

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi Drury, thanks for the review! Please reach out to us at 1-866-438-3458 or by email at support@filtersfast.com for further assistance.

Thumbnail of user anthonyc905
1 review
4 helpful votes
July 30th, 2020

I ordered 16x40 and 20x40 air filters. The 16 and 20 inch dimension is 1/8 to 1/4 inch to large. I called three times and two e-mails later, well over two weeks, finally they agreed to refund my money.The problem is they only gave me a refund for the 16x40 filter, I am still waiting for the 20x40 filter. So far I emailed three times but no reply yet. As you can see in the photos the 20 inch side is to large. The customer service is way to slow if you have a problem.

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi Anthony, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate your feedback and will use this to improve upon future operations. Please feel free to contact me at support@filtersfast.com if you need anything at all.

Thumbnail of user alig144
1 review
1 helpful vote
May 31st, 2022

I paid EXTRA for 2 days delivery, since I had to travel from Fl. To GA. ( to install this particular filter) After 4 days I did received the item. Once I call to sort out the extra delivery charge and the delay; all I got was lip service, I felt after the sale, customer service does not exist.
My order number is: *******

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Thumbnail of user lindseyw42
David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate your feedback and will use this to improve upon future operations. Please feel free to contact me at support@filtersfast.com if you need anything at all.

Thumbnail of user geoffreyw37
1 review
3 helpful votes
April 7th, 2020

I placed an order for HVAC filters and a water filter for the fridge on 3/26/20. Paid extra for two day shipping. Didn't receive the water filter until 3/31/20 and as of today 4/7/20 haven't received the HVAC filters. No refund on shipping even offered. If the filters were back ordered, I should have been notified before ordering and expedited shipping not offered. I just want the filters I ordered. Isn't that what your company does? If I knew it was going to take this long I just would have gone to the store and purchased them there.

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi Geoffrey! I apologize for any inconvenience you might be experiencing. I will have a Customer Experience member look into this for you and resolve any lingering issues. If you have any questions in the meantime, please email me at Support@filtersfast.com.

Thumbnail of user nw132
1 review
0 helpful votes
June 23rd, 2022
Verified purchase

I've ordered in the past and been pleased with the service. Went to check out this time and was shocked at the estimated shipping time. Standard, free ground was three weeks. However, FedEx Overnight is stated as 9 days ($58)! What's going on? I called Customer Service and they confirmed the filter was in stock and that those shipping time were correct. Filtersfast seems to be FiltersSlow. At least they are right up front about it. Patience, patience.

Tip for consumers:
Long ship estimates.

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Thumbnail of user lindseyw42
David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We appreciate your feedback and will use this to improve upon future operations. Please feel free to contact me at support@filtersfast.com if you need anything at all.

Thumbnail of user mattg266
1 review
1 helpful vote
April 7th, 2020

I have successfully completed multiple orders with the company. That said I ran into a shipment issue on the last order. Customer service was on the spot and took care of the issue in the manner I expected. I will continue to process orders with the company.
For those writing negative reviews I can only say contact CS, the experience will hopefully change from negative to positive.

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David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Thank you so much for the awesome feedback and stellar rating! We appreciate you choosing FiltersFast!

Thumbnail of user donnaf73
1 review
0 helpful votes
August 28th, 2017

I have used FiltersFast for a decade or more and have never had a problem. I will be right back ordering again in six months.

Thumbnail of user lisad2135
2 reviews
0 helpful votes
December 3rd, 2021
Verified purchase

I just bought a part for my humidifier that is connected to my furnace that fit like a glove. Thank you so much for saving me so much money.

Tip for consumers:
Excellent Company

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Humidifier Cover

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Thumbnail of user lindseyw42
David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi Lisa, our main goal is to make the process as quick and easy as possible. We are so happy to hear we did just that with you! Thank you for trusting filtersfast.com with your business.

Thumbnail of user annr595
1 review
0 helpful votes
December 21st, 2021

I bought a part for heating my upstairs Mid November (supposedly in stock). November 30th I checked status and website says preparing to ship tomorrow. It's now December 21st and the status still says preparing to ship tomorrow. I have emailed and tried to do the chat with no response. Please pick another company that will actually ship what you bought. Wish I had looked for reviews first!

Tip for consumers:
If you need it right away - pick another company

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Thumbnail of user lindseyw42
David A. – Filters Fast Rep

Hi Ann, thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. I would love to discuss this more to see how we can better serve you. Please send me an email with your order details to Support@filtersfast.com. We appreciate your business and we truly hope to resolve this.

Thumbnail of user ronc298
2 reviews
1 helpful vote
November 8th, 2019

I ordered one filter and got something completely different in the mail. When I called I was told it was an acceptable substitute. I was told they would reimburse me $10.00 but that never happened. The last Order I made about 6 months ago, I received a defective filter which caused $200.00 worth of damage to my fridge. They did send me a $100.00 gift certificate to use at Sears. But, since they cannot seem to get things right, I am done with Filters Fast.

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Filters Fast's mission is to provide our customers with the best filtration shopping experience - a comprehensive catalog that is easy to navigate, the tools and education to make the right choice, and the best customer experience and support to help along the way.

Business History

In 2004, Ray Scardigno became frustrated while shopping for his refrigerator filter online.

“There were only a handful of small sites selling filters online. My refrigerator filter seemed like a common type and I didn’t want to pay the markup of the big box stores but I simply could not figure out how to buy filters online. I saw an opportunity to create a shopping experience where customers could find the filter they need fast and deliver their product for a great price!”

- Ray Scardigno, President & Founder of Filters Fast

Filters Fast has grown to be the top filtration provider online in the United States and continues to grow rapidly. Though we have expanded to sell filters to all parts of the world, Filters Fast remains a family-owned business.

We are proud of our charitable partnerships which include Wine To Water, Habitat for Humanity of the Charlotte Region, and The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Giving back to our local and global community is an integral part of our company's culture.

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