Home Silicone Base, Water Filter Pitcher 7-Cup Accessory, Stormy Blue

It seems to me, that the base should be already on the pitcher when you buy it, especially considering it's such an important and integral part of the process. I understand that the filters are a separate purchase, and you have to buy them repeatedly. But having to buy the silicone base of the water pitcher separately is scrooge-like. I did buy it because it stabilizes the pitcher. It is designed to fit well and it does fit perfectly, goes on easily. But really.

Goes on easy and stays on. I don’t have to worry about wearing out the glass bottom and having it break.

This is most important to protect your pitcher. But when I got it, it took about a week or two to mold to the pitcher. Being cramped in the box, it was just slightly out of shape, and once I put it on, the pitcher slightly rocked. But I wanted to protect the pitcher, so I just went with it. It eventually readjusted, and now fits snug. I should have soaked it in hot water first, then I think it would have reshaped right away.

LifeStraw Home Silicone Base, Water Filter Pitcher; The pitcher can get heavy when filled, the silicone base provides a safe barrier when setting it down on surfaces.

I like that it protects the pitcher. Technically, it really should come with the pitcher as one purchase instead of an option. But overall, if I had to purchase another pitcher, I would buy this again too.