This device opens up a door of potential for so many things! Like storing water, or having water for various chemical experiments. For drinking water and cooking, I use an activated carbon filter as it's cheaper than running this thing all the time, but there are times when just needs distilled water for running through the steam cleaner or clothes iron (yeah, I know no one really does that--pond water with a dash of bore water is fine for odor free floors and clothes). I have yet to experiment with anything other than water, but for the price alone for water, it's pretty amazing. Doubles as a heater for when winter arrives. Nothing bad to say, really. I haven't used the included detergent (vinegar works good) or the trivet (to elevate the collecting jug when not using a carbon filter??) Many things I have yet to try!