Amazon Basics 14x20x1 Air Filter 6 Pack, MERV 8 AC Furnace Filters (Actual Size: 13.75" x 19.75" x 0.75")

I inspected the filters and they are good quality. I am looking at all these reviews saying they come apart and get sucked into the furnace and am scratching my head. How hard is it to put a filter in facing the right direction. It is obvious from pictures and even one of the video reviews that people are clueless 🙄. The filter needs to be put in with the grid towards the furnace. It is there to support the filter material so it is not sucked in 😳. How hard is that?

These air filters are less than half the cost of 3M filters, but they get the job done. The air quality in our home is so much better with these. We have four dogs and two cats, and it really helps keep the hair and dander from irritating my allergies and building up in the house (along with regular vacuuming, of course!). Easy to install and clearly marked with arrows so you know which way to position them in the vent.

Good price for a six-pack of furnace filters. We plan to change them every two months, so this pack should last a year. Merv 11 rating is reportedly effective for pet dander, mold, pollen, smoke, and smog.

First the downside- The filters do NOT have a MERV rating on them. They are not individually wrapped. The flow direction is not marked, so you have to THINK about the direction of flow.The 4 star rating is because of lack of MERV markings.Now the good- They do look to be well made. Better quality then the big box home improvement store. The cardstock around the filter feels better, corners glues in place better. The filter material itself, has more pleats, and seems like the same material. The filter material seems to be held in place to the frame better. They fit right into my filter slot, same thickness. The filters looked clean even without the plastic wrap. So, for me, I don't care about individual wrapping IF I'm buying something in bulk, better for the environment.I guess I have to just trust it's MERV 11. But I have to say we have an older furnace that's like 85% a higher MERV will probably just put a strain on air circulation anyway. Plus we have 2 cats so we change the filter monthly.So when I went to change my old filter, again MERV 11 from big box, THAT filter was actually sliding down in it's own cardstock frame, allowing unfiltered air to pass through to the furnace & A/C condenser. GREAT, more cleaning...I went to the Amazon basic filter for cost, after I read a few (not so good) reviews, I thought it couldn't be worse than the big box store. AND Amazon was way less expensive then the other place. First impression is they seem just fine, IF I had allergies or other issues, I might not be inclined to use these. BUT I think for most people these would be fine, and economical.IF this fails in 30 days or less, I'll update.UPDATE : No the didn't fail, actually the seem MUCH better than the big box brand we been using, and there is an arrow for the flow direction, it's kinda small and I missed it.

What a great way to buy air filters and to always have them on hand. Good quality and value

I am amazed at all the crud we have circulating though our home. The bullder recommended to replace AC filter every 90 days. After see this after 90 days, it needs to be every month. These filters do just what they say. Totally recommend. Less expensive and free shipping had a lot do with my decision. It does look like I made a good decision.

Fits one of our five air return vents. Works well and was a decent price too.

Never by from a department store again ! These are amazing and about half price from my nearest department store. They work great and catch alot of gunk without slowing down air flow!