The Ultimate Vanlife Water Setup: Clean, Compact, and Built for the Road
You’ve agonized over the perfect van set up. You’ve optimized for space and weight. You’re prioritized your needs vs wants. It’s all going well until you realize you have to carry an extra jug for drinking water. Or worse yet, fill your counter space up with a filter pitcher. Where did the magic of vanlife go?
For many van or RV owners, figuring out how to add a compact water setup can be one of the trickiest parts of life on the road. Between limited space, small tanks, and confusing options, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. But with the right setup that includes a compact water filtration system – you can make water one of the easiest parts of vanlife.
1. For DIYers, Start with the Basics: Onboard Tank + 12V Pump
Every reliable vanlife water setup begins with a solid foundation: a clean water tank and a 12V pump. An onboard tank (10–40 gallons) gives you the flexibility to survive for days without needing constant refills. Pair it with a 12V RV water pump, and you’ll have consistent water pressure for your sink, shower, and filter.
This combination keeps your system self-contained, simple, and ready for adventure.
2. Why Compact Filtration Is a Game-Changer for Vanlife
Traditional RV filters are big, clunky, and not built for the tight spaces of a van. A compact water filter and purifier, such as a Guzzle H2O Stealth Flex 5, gives you all the performance without the bulk. Here’s why it matters:
- Saves valuable space under the sink or in utility cabinets
- Maintains strong flow rates for daily vanlife use
- Quick filter changes keep maintenance simple on the road
- Delivers fresh-tasting water wherever your travels take you
Compact doesn’t mean cutting corners—it means creating a smarter, more efficient vanlife water system.
3. The Stealth Series: Compact Filtration & Purification Built for Vanlife
When space is tight but quality matters, the Guzzle H2O Stealth line is the ultimate upgrade for your van. Each model is designed for easy installation, minimal maintenance, and a sleek finish that fits perfectly into modern van builds.
A fixed, under-sink filtration and purification system that delivers high performance without taking over your storage. Perfect for new build vans.
The same trusted filtration and purification, but with flexible mounting options. The ideal system for after-market installs, DIY builders or custom plumbing layouts.
Engineered for vanlifers with extremely tight space available, the Stealth Flex Twist has the lowest profile in the Stealth line. It’s perfect for squeezing into the empty space behind a set of drawers.
Each of these Stealths filters and purifies water right before it reaches your tap. That means you get pure, great-tasting water with zero extra hassle.
4. Keep It Simple, Keep It Reliable
The best vanlife water systems are designed to disappear into your setup—working quietly, efficiently, and dependably. With the Stealth Series, you’ll spend less time worrying about your water and more time exploring.
Whether you’re full-time on the road or planning weekend escapes, Guzzle H2O’s compact filters are made to meet you wherever life takes you.
5. Ready to Upgrade Your Vanlife Water Setup?
Clean water should never be a compromise. Explore the Guzzle H2O Stealth 5, Stealth Flex 5, and Stealth Flex Twist—each engineered for vanlife simplicity, off-grid reliability, and compact design.
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Clean water, compact design, no compromise.