# Compact Water Filtration Systems The Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter Removes 99.9% of Contaminants By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-04-19 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/squeeze-water References: [uncrate](http://uncrate.com/stuff/sawyer-squeeze-water-filter/) & [amzn](http://amzn.com/B00B1OSU4W) Whether used as a main source of cleaning drinking water or as a supplemental piece of equipment, the [Sawyer](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/portable-water-filtration-system) Squeeze Water Filter is designed to [filter water](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qure) like no other. The hollow fiber membranes within the filter design won't let anything larger than 0.1 microns through, which allows 99.9% of bacteria and protozoa to be removed. Capable of being affixed to the majority of water bottles, the Sawyer Squeeze Water Filter comes with a [collapsible pouch for easy traveling](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flat-water-bottles). The unit allows users to spray the water directly into their mouth or simply squeeze it into a cup to consume. The best part of the filter is the reuse capabilities it offers; it can be reused hundreds of times before needing to be replaced. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 12% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Compact Water Filtration Systems:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop even smaller and more portable water filtration systems for outdoor enthusiasts and emergency preparedness. - **Hollow Fiber Membrane Filtration:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore applications of hollow fiber membrane filtration technology in industries like healthcare and pharmaceuticals for clean and safe water supply. - **Reusable Water Filters:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create reusable water filters for everyday use in households, reducing the need for single-use plastic bottles and their environmental impact. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Outdoor Recreation:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate compact water filtration systems into camping gear and outdoor adventure equipment for convenient access to clean water in remote areas. - **Health and Wellness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop compact water filtration systems for fitness and health-conscious individuals, enabling them to have clean water during workouts and outdoor activities. - **Emergency Preparedness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate compact water filtration systems into emergency preparedness kits and disaster relief supplies for immediate access to safe drinking water in crisis situations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Compatibly Compact Water Filters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/compact-water-filter.md) - [Collapsible Water Filtration Bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/filtration-bottles.md) - [Miniature Water Filtration Straws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peak-solo.md) - [Extra-Rugged Water Filter Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gravity-filter-system.md) - [Dual Filtration Tumblers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/water-filter-tumbler.md) - [Personal Water Filtering Straws](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifestraw.md) - [Travel-Friendly Water Purification Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifestraw-peak-series.md) - [Elegant Instant Water Filters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tappwater-ecopro-compact.md) - [Personal Water Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifestraw-mission.md)