Waterdrop Plus WDP-F27 NSF 401&53&42 Certified Refrigerator Water Filter
- Water Filter
- 3
- 3
- 2 pounds
- More reviewed than 99%
A certified, budget-friendly alternative to OEM Samsung filters for the specific models it lists as compatible, with a straightforward twist-in install.
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How it ranks among the 81 water filters we track
4.7★ across 39,300 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
Waterdrop Plus WDP-F27 refrigerator water filter, a 3-pack replacement for Samsung filters like DA29-00020B and HAF-CIN/EXP, certified against NSF/ANSI 401, 53 and 42 for reduction of lead, chlorine, PFOA/PFOS and other substances.
This is a compatibility replacement part, not a standalone appliance, so the main question is fit and filtration standard rather than features. It's certified against NSF/ANSI 401, 53 and 42, standards covering emerging contaminants, health-related substances like lead and mercury, and taste and odor respectively, a more complete certification set than many generic replacement filters carry. The recommended replacement interval is 300 gallons or 6 months, whichever comes first.
- Coconut shell carbon block filtration
- Reduces PFOA and PFOS per third-party testing
- Rated for 300 gallons or 6 months
- Includes replacement-date tracking stickers
Who it's for
Fits owners of the specific Samsung refrigerator models listed, such as RF28HMEDBSR and RF263BEAESR, needing an NSF-certified replacement filter without paying OEM prices. Not useful for refrigerators outside the listed compatibility range, where fit and filtration claims wouldn't apply.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Reviewers consistently report an easy, leak-free install with a solid lock into the housing, and several note improved taste versus generic filters or no filter at all. Multiple owners mention buying repeatedly over several years without issues, and one flagged that the used filter should be drained before disposal to avoid a mess.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- NSF/ANSI 401, 53 and 42 certified
- Fits multiple Samsung DA29-00020B compatible models
- 3-filter pack lowers per-filter cost
- Twist-in install with no reported leaks
- Only fits the specific listed refrigerator models
- No built-in indicator, relies on included stickers to track replacement date
Performance notes
The coconut shell carbon block increases surface area for adsorbing chlorine and organic contaminants compared to standard carbon filters, and the housing is built to fit the same slot geometry as the OEM Samsung DA29-00020B, which is what prevents the leaks that generic mismatched filters can cause. NSF/ANSI 401 certification covers reduction of pharmaceutical and industrial trace compounds, 53 covers health-related contaminants like lead and mercury, and 42 covers chlorine taste and odor, so the three certifications together address different contaminant categories rather than one broad claim. Replacement is rated for 300 gallons or 6 months of use before filtration performance is expected to decline.
Specifications
| Brand | Waterdrop |
|---|---|
| Model | WDP-F27 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 2.2 × 6.7 × 9.1 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Lead-Free Material, Food-Grade Material, Advanced Activated Coconut Carbon Block |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Refrigerator Models | Samsung RF220NCTASG, Samsung RF220NCTASR, Samsung RF22K9381SR, Samsung RF22KREDBSR, Samsung RF22N9781SG, Samsung RF22N9781SR, Samsung RF22NPEDBSG, Samsung RF22NPEDBSR, Samsung RF23HCEDBSG, Samsung RF23HCEDBSR, Samsung RF23HCEDBWW, Samsung RF23HTEDBSR, Samsung RF23J9011SG, Samsung RF23J9011SR, Samsung RF25HMEDBWW, Samsung RF25HMIDBSG, Samsung RF25HMIDBSR, Samsung RF260BEAESG, Samsung RF260BEAESR, Samsung RF261BEAESG, Samsung RF261BEAESR, Samsung RF262BEAESR, Samsung RF263BEAESG, Samsung RF263BEAESR, Samsung RF263BEAEWW, Samsung RF263TEAESG, Samsung RF265BEAESR, Samsung RF28HDEDBSG, Samsung RF28HDEDBSR, Samsung RF28HFEDBSG, Samsung RF28HFEDBWW, Samsung RF28HFEDTSG, Samsung RF28HFEDTSR, Samsung RF28HFEDTWW, Samsung RF28HMEDBSR, Samsung RF28HMEDBWW, Samsung RF28JBEDBSG, Samsung RF28JBEDBSR, Samsung RF28K9070SG, Samsung RF28K9070SR, Samsung RF28K9380SG, Samsung RF28N9780SG, Samsung RF30KMEDBSG, Samsung RF30KMEDBSR, Samsung RH22H9010SG, Samsung RH22H9010SR, Samsung RQ48T9432T1, Samsung RS22HDHPNSR, Samsung RS22HDHPNWW, Samsung RS25J500DSR |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 3 |
| Included Components | Month Install Stickers, Refrigerator Water Filter Replacement*3, User's Manual*1 |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 3 |
| Item Type Name | Water Filter |
| Product Benefits | Effectively reduces 35 substances including phenytoin, naproxen, estrone, bisphenol, lead, benzene, mercury, PFOA and PFOS in water. |
| External Testing Certification | NSF |
| Set Name | PFOA&PFOS, Lead, Cyst Removal |
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How it compares
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|---|---|---|---|
| Waterdrop Plus WDP-F27 NSF 401&53&42 Certified Refrigerator Water FilterThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 39,300 | 4.2 / 5 |
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| ICEPURE DA2900020B Refrigerator Water Filter Replacement for Samsung DA2900020AIcepure | 4.7 / 5 | 7,800 | 4.5 / 5 |
| GLACIER FRESH UKF8001 Compatible with Whirlpool Refrigerator Water Filter 4Glacier Fresh | 4.7 / 5 | 4,061 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Waterdrop WDP-F27
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the Waterdrop WDP-F27 fit a Samsung RF263BEAESR refrigerator?
Yes, it's listed as compatible with the RF263BEAESR along with other Samsung models that use the DA29-00020B filter housing.
How often should the WDP-F27 filter be replaced?
Waterdrop recommends replacing it after about 300 gallons or 6 months of use, whichever comes first.
Is the WDP-F27 NSF certified?
Yes, it's certified against NSF/ANSI 401, 53 and 42 for reduction of substances including lead, chlorine and PFOA/PFOS.