Corporate supply by Crest PromosKatadyn water filters for corporate gifts
Swiss water filters, filter bottles and UV purifiers from a company that has worked on safe drinking water since 1928. Branded with your logo and delivered Australia-wide for staff gifts, client gifts, reward programs and events.
A gift that earns a place in the pack
Katadyn was founded in Switzerland in 1928 by Alexander Krause, with a focus on portable drinking water treatment. Its Pocket filter dates back to the 1950s and is still in the range today. The current line covers bottle filters, hand pump filters, Steripen UV purifiers and Micropur treatment tablets.
That history is what makes it work as a business gift. Katadyn is a name hikers, travellers and remote workers already know, and a water filter reads as a practical, considered choice. It suits teams who travel, work in the field or spend weekends outdoors, and it fits a sustainability message because it cuts down on bottled water.
A filter bottle also gets used. The BeFree AC Bottle goes from the desk to the gym to the airport, and a pump filter goes into every camping trip and storm kit. That repeat use keeps your logo in front of the person who received it, long after a standard giveaway has been thrown out.
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Filter bottles, pump filters and UV purifiers
Four ranges, grouped by how they will be used. Tell us who the gifts are for and we'll shortlist the right models.
The models we recommend for corporate gifting
Ten picks across three tiers: filter bottles for broad campaigns, premium filters for awards and senior gifts, and gear for field teams. Add what you like and we'll quote the lot.
Everyday and travel gifts
Katadyn BeFree AC Bottle 0.7L
A rigid filter bottle for taps, fountains and streams.
Ideal for: Staff gifts, conference packs and travel teams
Katadyn BeFree AC Bottle 0.9L
The larger BeFree AC Bottle for longer days away from a tap.
Ideal for: Field staff and people who travel for work
Katadyn BeFree AC 1.0L
A soft flask filter that rolls up small when empty.
Ideal for: Hikers, campers and outdoor clubs
Katadyn BeFree AC 0.5L
A pocket-sized flask filter for running and riding.
Ideal for: Fun run teams, cycling events and wellness programs
Premium gifts and awards
Katadyn Pocket Water Filter
A 0.2 micron ceramic pump filter that can be cleaned in the field.
Ideal for: Service awards and senior client gifts
Katadyn Pocket Water Filter Black Edition
The Pocket filter in an all-black finish.
Ideal for: Leadership gifts and milestone awards
Katadyn Steripen Ultra
USB rechargeable UV purifier with an OLED display.
Ideal for: Executives and staff who travel overseas
Gear for field teams and groups
Katadyn Explorer Pro Purifier
Three stages: ceramic, activated carbon and a virus membrane.
Ideal for: Remote crews, expedition teams and disaster kits
Katadyn Vario Filter
A dual-mode pump for clear or murky water.
Ideal for: Groups of two to five and family camping
Katadyn Steripen Adventurer Opti
UV purifier on CR123 batteries, with a built-in LED torch.
Ideal for: People who work off grid for days at a time
Katadyn specifications compared
"Today, my work is centred on raising the standard for branded merchandise, shifting the conversation from how cheap to how well it's made, how responsibly, and how defensible the claims are."
| Model | Type | Effective against | Output | Weight | Rated life |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BeFree AC Bottle 0.7L | Hollow fibre and carbon bottle | Bacteria, protozoa, microplastics; carbon reduces chlorine taste | Up to 2 L/min | 93 g | Filter 1,000 L, carbon 200 L |
| BeFree AC Bottle 0.9L | Hollow fibre and carbon bottle | Bacteria, protozoa, microplastics; carbon reduces chlorine taste | Up to 2 L/min | 104 g | Filter 1,000 L, carbon 200 L |
| BeFree AC 1.0L | Hollow fibre and carbon flask | Bacteria, protozoa, cysts, sediment; carbon improves taste | Up to 2 L/min | 76 g | Filter 1,000 L, carbon 200 L |
| BeFree AC 0.5L | Hollow fibre and carbon flask | Bacteria, protozoa, cysts, sediment; carbon improves taste | Up to 2 L/min | 72 g | Filter 1,000 L, carbon 200 L |
| 0.2 micron ceramic pump | Bacteria, protozoa, cysts, sediment | 1 L/min | 550 g | Up to 50,000 L | |
| Pocket Black Edition | 0.2 micron ceramic pump | Bacteria, protozoa, cysts, sediment | 1 L/min | 550 g | Up to 50,000 L |
| Steripen Ultra | UV purifier, USB rechargeable | Bacteria, protozoa, viruses (clear water only) | 1 L in 90 s, 0.5 L in 48 s | 140 g | 8,000 activations |
| Explorer Pro | Ceramic, carbon and virus membrane pump | Viruses, bacteria, protozoa, cysts, sediment, microplastics | 1 L/min | 630 g | Ceramic 20,000 L, virus membrane 10,000 L, carbon 500 L |
| Vario | Ceramic, glass fibre and carbon pump | Bacteria, protozoa, cysts, sediment | Up to 2 L/min | 425 g | 2,000 L |
| Steripen Adventurer Opti | UV purifier, 2 x CR123 batteries | Bacteria, protozoa, viruses (clear water only) | 1 L in 90 s, 0.5 L in 48 s | 103 g | 8,000 activations |
Figures are Katadyn's published specifications. Filter life depends on water quality.
Filter or purifier
Katadyn's filters, including the BeFree AC, Pocket, Vario and standard Explorer, remove bacteria, protozoa and sediment but are not listed for viruses. The Explorer Pro adds a virus membrane, and Steripen UV purifiers treat bacteria, protozoa and viruses in clear water. That difference matters most for overseas travel and disaster kits.
EZ-Clean Membrane
Every BeFree AC uses Katadyn's EZ-Clean hollow fibre membrane. To clean it, you shake or swish it in water, with no tools. The activated carbon stage reduces chlorine taste and odours, and on the BeFree AC flasks it can be left out when the source already tastes good.
Choosing the right Katadyn gift
For mixed teams and events: The BeFree AC Bottle works for people who will mostly use it at a tap, a gym or an airport, and still handles a creek on the weekend.
For hikers and runners: The BeFree AC 0.5L and 1.0L flasks are the lightest options and pack down small when empty.
For awards and senior gifts: The Pocket and Pocket Black Edition have the most presence, with a cleanable ceramic element rated for up to 50,000 litres.
For overseas travel: Choose a Steripen or the Explorer Pro, since these are the models Katadyn lists as treating viruses. Steripens need clear water.
For field crews and preparedness: The Vario and Explorer Pro suit groups, and a pack of Micropur tablets makes a useful addition to a storm or vehicle kit.
Your logo on a Katadyn
Most Katadyn gifts are branded on the product or its packaging rather than by Katadyn itself. Depending on the model, that can mean pad printing on a BeFree AC Bottle body or a pump filter housing, a printed or embroidered pouch or carry bag, or a printed gift box or sleeve with a card inside. Some surfaces, such as soft flasks and curved housings, limit the print area or method. We confirm the branding options for each model when we quote and send a proof before anything is produced.
Placement: usually the bottle body, pump housing, carry bag or gift packaging, confirmed per model when quoting
Artwork: a vector file (AI, EPS, PDF or SVG) is ideal, and we can usually redraw a JPG or PNG
Lead time: our standard turnaround is 10 to 14 business days from proof approval
Every branded order starts with a free digital proof, so you see your logo on the product before anything goes into production.
Ordering Katadyn corporate gifts
Send an enquiry
Tell us the products you are interested in, rough quantities, your deadline and who the gifts are for.
Get your quote
We come back with a written quote and a shortlist of models that fit.
Approve your proof
For branded orders we send a free digital proof for sign-off before production. Ask us about a sample before you commit.
Production and delivery
Our standard turnaround is 10 to 14 business days from proof approval, subject to stock.
We deliver to businesses Australia-wide. Freight is shown on your quote. We can also hold stock, pack gift kits and send to multiple locations, and one contact looks after your order from quote to delivery.
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Frequently asked questions about Katadyn gifts
What warranty comes with Katadyn products?+
Katadyn's published manufacturer warranty statement lists 20 years for the Pocket filter, 3 years for Steripen UV purifiers and 2 years for its other water filters, against defects in materials and workmanship. That statement applies to products bought in the EU, EEA or Switzerland, so we confirm the warranty that applies to Australian stock when we quote. Filter elements, seals and other wear parts are not covered for normal wear.
Do Katadyn filters suit reward programs and events?+
Yes. The BeFree AC Bottle and BeFree AC flasks work well as event giveaways and reward items because they suit almost anyone, while the Pocket and Steripen Ultra are better suited to awards and senior gifts. We can mix models in one order and pack them by recipient or site.
Do these filters remove viruses?+
Not all of them. Katadyn lists the BeFree AC, Pocket, Vario and standard Explorer as effective against bacteria, protozoa and sediment. The Explorer Pro adds a virus membrane, and Steripen UV purifiers are listed for bacteria, protozoa and viruses in clear water. We can help match the model to where it will be used.
How are the filters looked after?+
The BeFree AC membrane is cleaned by shaking or swishing it in water, and the carbon stage is replaced as the instructions describe. The Pocket ceramic can be cleaned in the field, and the Explorer's ceramic and virus cartridges can be stored dry between trips. Steripens should only be used on clear water.
Enquire about Katadyn
Tell us who the gifts are for, roughly how many you need and when you need them. We'll shortlist Katadyn models, confirm the branding options and send a quote.
Send us your brief
Include the models you like, rough quantities, who the gifts are for and your deadline, and whether you need them branded, gift boxed or sent to more than one site.
- Staff gifts, client gifts, reward programs or events
- Branded or unbranded
- One delivery or split across several sites
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