What Filtrabio does

Filtrabio is a French premium water-filtration company operating under the legal entity ARALIS SAS, founded in 2019 by Kostia Steckmeyer (Co-founder and R&D Director) and Michael Ferry (President). The company designs, manufactures (Annecy and Lyon), and distributes the "Raffineur d'Eau" — a multi-media filtration assembly that targets the cocktail of micropollutants in French tap water (PFAS, pesticides, pharmaceutical residues, microplastics, chlorine by-products) while preserving 100% of essential minerals (calcium, magnesium, bicarbonates). The core technology uses 10–60x more filter media volume and 10–30 minutes of contact time versus 2–5 seconds for standard faucet filters, enabling meaningful PFAS removal; the formulation is proprietary, ACS-certified, and COFRAC-tested. The product portfolio spans four residential models (Filtrabio 100, 400, 500, 1000) priced at 29.90–99 €/month on subscription, plus a Filtrabio PRO line and a custom XL offering for B2B clients, complemented by ECOCHIC and American'Eau service accessories.

Filtrabio monetizes almost entirely through recurring subscriptions: B2C customers pay monthly for a rented device with lifetime warranty and a 48-month media-replacement cycle, while B2B clients (restaurants, hotels, EHPADs, clinics, schools, municipalities) sign 48-month contracts starting at 29.90 € HT/month with on-site water analysis, installation, dedicated technician, and a 72-hour SLA. Go-to-market is dual-motion: a self-serve e-commerce funnel for B2C supported by an SEO-driven commune-level water analysis tool (Hub'Eau/ARS data) and paid Google Ads, and a field-sales motion for the pro segment. Distribution is direct (no retail/marketplace presence) with a certified partner installer network complementing the in-house pro team.

The company is founder-led with no disclosed external investors, generates no public revenue figures, and operates exclusively in metropolitan France today, with 400+ professional establishments and 75+ restaurant partners equipped, a 5.0/5.0 Google rating across 210 reviews, and press coverage in Le Monde, Les Échos, BFMTV, and M6. Key strategic positioning is built around the tightening EU 2020/2184 PFAS regulatory framework (0.1 µg/L threshold effective January 2026), with partnerships through Ecotable (sustainable restaurant certification) and Coq Vert (BPI France eco-transition community) reinforcing credibility in regulated verticals.

Name

Filtrabio

Legal name

ARALIS SAS

Website

https://filtrabio.fr

Company type

Private

Founded year

2019

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Filtrabio (ARALIS SAS) designs and manufactures premium multi-media water purifiers in France that target PFAS, pesticides, and other micropollutants while preserving essential minerals, sold via subscription to French households and a growing base of 400+ professional establishments across hospitality, healthcare, and municipalities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Water Filtration / Purification Equipment

akta.pro primary industry

Countertop Water Filtration Systems (CRAJAJAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Water Softener, Filtration & Treatment System Installation (HSAOAAAH), Point-of-Use (POU) Filtration & Fixtures Hygiene (Showers/Taps/Aerators) (BPABAJAJ), Replacement Filter Cartridges & Consumables (CRAJAJAH)

Keywords

• Water filtration systems
• Residential water purification
• Professional water refinement
• PFAS removal filtration
• Subscription water filters

Headquarters

HQ city

Brindas

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. B2C Water Refinement Subscription: Monthly subscription model for residential water filtration devices (Filtrabio 100, 400, 500, 1000). Equipment provided under rental arrangement with Filtrabio remaining owner. Includes delivery, 48-month equipment replacement, and lifetime warranty during subscription. No minimum commitment period.
2. B2B Professional Water Solutions: Custom quotation for professional segment (restaurants, hotels, EHPADs, clinics, municipalities). 48-month commitment, dedicated technician, 72h SLA guarantee. Starting at 29,90 € HT/month for simplest cases. Includes personalized study, water analysis, design, installation, and ongoing maintenance.
3. Custom XL Solutions: Bespoke high-capacity water refinement solutions for specialized needs (>2000 L/day), heritage buildings, or unique water signatures. Custom quotation-based pricing, 48-month contracts, dedicated R&D design.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Filtrabio designs, manufactures in France (Annecy and Lyon) and rents out premium water refinement ("raffinage") systems for households and professional establishments. The proprietary multi-media filtration assembly targets PFAS, pesticides, pharmaceutical residues, microplastics and chlorine while preserving 100% of essential minerals (calcium, magnesium, bicarbonates). The complete product portfolio includes four residential subscription models (Filtrabio 100/400/500/1000), professional PRO variants with 72-hour SLA, custom XL solutions for high-flow or heritage projects, plus Fontaine ECOCHIC and Tireuse American'Eau dispensing accessories.

Product overview

Filtrabio offers a portfolio of premium water refining (raffinage) products for both residential and professional markets. The core offering consists of four under-sink or whole-home water purification systems: Filtrabio 100 (kitchen, up to 5 people, 29.90 €/month), Filtrabio 400 (high-flow kitchen, 5+ people, 39.90 €/month), Filtrabio 500 (whole-home, up to 5 people, 49.90 €/month), and Filtrabio 1000 (whole-home high-flow, 99 €/month). Professional versions (PRO) of all models are available by quote for restaurants, hotels, offices, schools, and collectives. The Filtrabio XL (sur-mesure) is a fully custom-engineered solution for large-scale professional projects (Michelin-starred restaurants, hotels, clinics, EHPADs). Accessories include the Fontaine ECOCHIC (floor-standing or counter water fountain) and Tireuse American'Eau (table-side dispenser). All products operate as subscription-based rentals (no purchase required) with 48-month equipment replacement cycles and lifetime warranty during the contract period.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Filtrabio 100 Under-sink residential water purifier (Filtrabio Raffineur) for kitchen use, designed for households up to 5 people. Uses the proprietary multi-media filtration assembly to reduce PFAS, pesticides, pharmaceutical residues, microplastics and chlorine while preserving essential minerals. Subscription at 29.90 EUR/month with delivery, 30-minute self-installation and 48-month equipment replacement.
• Filtrabio 400 High-flow residential water purifier for kitchen use, intended for households of 5+ people or intensive kitchen/home-office use. Provides the same multi-media filtration as the Filtrabio 100 with enhanced flow rate. Subscription at 39.90 EUR/month.
• Filtrabio 500 Whole-home residential water purifier covering kitchen, bathroom and laundry for households up to 5 people. Protects skin and hair in bathing water in addition to drinking and cooking water. Subscription at 49.90 EUR/month.
• Filtrabio 1000 High-flow whole-home water purifier for large families, gîtes or intensive residential use. Covers the entire residence at maximum capacity. Subscription at 99 EUR/month.
• Filtrabio PRO range Professional-grade versions of the Filtrabio 100, 400 and 500 for restaurants, hotels, cafés, offices, schools, crèches, clinics and municipalities. Sold by quote under a 48-month subscription contract that includes a dedicated technician, 72-hour SLA guarantee, personalized study, on-site water analysis, installation and ongoing maintenance. Starting at 29.90 EUR HT/month for the simplest configurations.
• Filtrabio XL (Sur-mesure) Bespoke, custom-designed water refinement solution for projects exceeding catalog specifications — high-flow industrial use, Michelin-starred restaurants, hotels, clinics, EHPADs and heritage buildings with unique water signatures or flow rates above 2,000 L/day. Fully custom R&D design with dedicated technician and 72-hour SLA. Quotation-based pricing with 48-month contracts.
• Fontaine ECOCHIC (B3 floor-standing and E4 counter) Professional water fountain for hospitality and restaurant use, available in B3 floor-standing and E4 counter models. Dispenses flat, chilled or sparkling water, customizable in colors, and integrates with Filtrabio PRO refinement systems for front-of-house service.
• Tireuse American'Eau Table-side water dispenser for direct service in restaurant dining areas. Serves flat or sparkling water at the table with aesthetic design suited to bar and counter placement. Pairs with Filtrabio PRO refinement systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• Targets >1000 pollutants with documented reduction efficacy
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• EcotablecoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial partner referenced by Ecotable sustainable restaurant certification. Filtrabio installation contributes to restaurant's eco-responsible commitment score. Reciprocal marketing benefit as Filtrabio highlights Ecotable partner status in its materials.
• Coq Vert (BPI France)minorGTM or Marketing PartnerMember of Coq Vert community supporting ecological transition of French companies. Community backed by BPI France.
• Hub'Eau (BRGM/Eaufrance)coreTechnology or IntegrationHub'Eau provides official French water quality data (ARS sanitary control data) integrated into Filtrabio's commune water analysis tool. Filtrabio uses Hub'Eau API for water quality data across French communes.
• Infomaniak Network SAminorOthersSwiss web hosting provider (Geneva) hosting Filtrabio website and database. Data hosting partner with Switzerland recognized as adequate protection by European Commission.
• BrevominorOthersFrench email service provider handling transactional emails and newsletter distribution.
• ProAbono / GoCardlessminorOthersUK-based subscription management and SEPA direct debit providers. ProAbono handles recurring billing management; GoCardless processes SEPA direct debits.
• StripeminorOthersIrish payment processor handling one-time card payments. Data processed in EU per Stripe's infrastructure.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Culligan: Global water treatment company offering residential and commercial filtration, softening, and bottleless coolers. Direct competitor in B2B office and hospitality segments with comparable service-based recurring revenue models.
• BWT (Best Water Technology): European-headquartered water treatment company serving both B2C households and B2B hospitality/professional clients. Competes head-to-head with Filtrabio in French HORECA and residential segments, with comparable subscription-like service models and broader geographic reach across Europe.
• AquaTru: Direct-to-consumer under-sink and countertop RO water purifier brand. Closely comparable product form factor and online subscription-style positioning; smaller scale and primarily US-focused but targets the same premium household buyer.

Broad incumbents

• Coway: Korean home appliance and water purifier company with subscription-based service model. Comparable recurring-revenue rental approach for household filtration; primarily Asia-Pacific focus, less direct competition in France but a relevant business model comparator.
• Brita: Global leader in household water filtration (pitchers, faucet-mount, and under-sink systems). Direct competitor in the French consumer filtration market with mass-market distribution through retailers; broader product portfolio but less specialization in micropollutant removal than Filtrabio.
• Pentair: Large diversified water treatment company serving residential, commercial, and industrial markets. Overlaps with Filtrabio on under-sink and whole-home filtration but operates at vastly larger scale with broader industrial water treatment portfolio.
• A.O. Smith: Global water heater and treatment company with residential filtration line including reverse osmosis and whole-home systems. Overlaps with Filtrabio on premium household filtration but operates at much larger scale with broader product portfolio.
• 3M Purification: Industrial and consumer filtration products including under-sink filtration systems. Larger incumbent offering comparable residential filtration technologies but without Filtrabio's specialized PFAS/micropollutant positioning or French regulatory alignment.

Emerging players

• Berkey: Premium gravity-based water filtration brand with strong direct-to-consumer following. Comparable premium positioning and focus on contaminant removal, though operating with different technology (gravity filtration) and primarily in the US market.
• Waterdrop: Direct-to-consumer online water filtration brand (under-sink and refrigerator filters). Comparable DTC GTM motion and subscription-friendly positioning, primarily targeting the US market but expanding in Europe; competes on price and convenience rather than PFAS-specific premium positioning.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@filtrabio
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/filtrabio
• Instagraminstagram.com/filtrabio.officiel

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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