Name: Filtrete 16 x 20 x 1 MERV 1 Basic Basic Flat Air Filter 2 -Pack
Brand: Filtrete
SKU: 3829751
Price: 5.97 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.4 (517 reviews)

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The Filtrete 16x20x1 Flat Air Filter, made by 3M, helps capture unwanted particles from your household air to contribute to a cleaner, fresher home environment. Use these two 3-month 1-inch home air filters in your furnace, air conditioner or HVAC system. For optimal performance of your heating and cooling system or HVAC system, change your furnace filter at least every 90 days.

Includes two 3-month 1” Filtrete 16x20x1 Flat Panel AC Furnace Air Filter helps capture unwanted particles
Designed with exclusive Filtrete 3-in-1 technology to pull in and trap unwanted particles, allowing cleaner air to flow through
VERSATILE USES: Works for changing the air filters in your furnace, air conditioner/heating system or HVAC system
CHANGE YOUR FILTER OFTEN: For optimal performance, make sure to change your filter at least once every 90 days
SMART APP: Use the Filtrete Smart App (iOS or Android) to set 30-, 60- or 90-day reminders to change your air filter

General
Material	Synthetic	Series Name	Basic
Package Quantity	2	Air Filter Longevity (Months)	3
Filter Type	Basic flat

Dimensions
Common Width (Inches)	16	Actual Length (Inches)	19.6
Common Length (Inches)	20	Actual Width (Inches)	15.7
Common Thickness (Inches)	1	Actual Thickness (Inches)	0.8125
Common Size (W x L x T)	16 x 20 x 1

Features
MERV Rating	1	Captures Pet Dander	No
MPR Rating	0	Captures Pollen	No
Commercial/Residential	Residential	Captures Smog	No
Captures Bacteria	No	Captures Smoke	No
Captures Debris and Lint	Yes	Captures Mold Spores	No
Captures Dust Mite Debris	No	Filter Efficiency (Percentage)	20
Captures Household Dust	No	Captures Particles that Carry Viruses	No
Captures Particles that Carry Odor	No	Washable	No

Compatibility
Works with Air Conditioners	Yes	App Compatibility	Yes
Works with iOS	Yes	Bluetooth Compatibility	No
Works with Android	Yes	Smart Compatible	No
Wi-Fi Compatibility	No

Certifications
CA Residents: Prop 65 Warning(s)	No

Warranty
Warranty	None

Miscellaneous
UNSPSC	40101700

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4.4 out of 5

517 Reviews

77% Recommend this product

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What Customers Are Saying

Customers overwhelmingly praise these filters for excellent airflow performance and affordability. Most note the filters do not restrict airflow and some report doubled vent output, with many emphasizing consistent value compared to premium alternatives. HVAC professionals frequently recommend them, and long-term users express strong loyalty. A smaller group criticizes recent design changes, particularly the shift to plastic screens and cardboard inserts that some feel impede airflow. Despite these concerns, most customers find them reliable and effective.

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Great quality and price

Would Recommend

These are my preferred filters and Lowe’s is the only place to have them. They work great and it keeps my furnace tech without complaints.

yungimpressiveSeptember 6, 2026
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Would Recommend

Reasonable price

NotaplumberSeptember 5, 2026
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air filters.

good low cost filters just what my unit calls for.

timdSeptember 3, 2026
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Great filter

Would Recommend

Great basic filter that does the job and lets the airflow during the hot months.

Jlromine76September 3, 2026
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Great product

Airflow and filtration they do pretty good I have two dogs and it catches the hair so I know they are pretty good filters

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