# Katadyn BeFree AC 1.0L Black: Japan price comparison

> Compare the current Japan price for Katadyn BeFree AC 1.0L Black with supported home markets.

Exact item: Katadyn BeFree AC 1.0L Black two-stage microfilter bottle; black double-layer soft flask; 1.0L capacity; hollow-fiber membrane plus activated-carbon filter; up to 2L/min flow; Japan model 14072 / United States MPN 8021403

Latest price retrieval: 2026-08-21T20:32:12Z. FX capture: 2026-08-19T00:02:31Z. FX is informational and comes from [Exchange Rate API](https://www.exchangerate-api.com).

## Price comparisons

### Japan vs South Korea

- Japan price in KRW: ₩139,744
- Japan source price: JP¥15,800; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:32:12Z
- South Korea: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.stridelab.jp/products/katadyn-be-free-ac-1l-black-14072-25ss)

### Japan vs China

- Japan price in CNY: CN¥669
- Japan source price: JP¥15,800; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:32:12Z
- China: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.stridelab.jp/products/katadyn-be-free-ac-1l-black-14072-25ss)

### Japan vs Taiwan

- Japan price in TWD: NT$3,158
- Japan source price: JP¥15,800; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:32:12Z
- Taiwan: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.stridelab.jp/products/katadyn-be-free-ac-1l-black-14072-25ss)

### Japan vs United States

- Result: 54% more expensive in Japan
- Headline currency: USD
- Japan expected checkout: $99 (JP¥15,800 tax-free estimate; source shelf price JP¥17,380; In stock)
- United States expected checkout: $64.46 ($59.95 listed price plus an estimated 7.53% sales tax; In stock)
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:32:12Z
- United States price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:32:12Z
- [Japan price source](https://shop.stridelab.jp/products/katadyn-be-free-ac-1l-black-14072-25ss)
- [United States price source](https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/katadyn-befree-ac-1-0l-water-bottle-25katuhikibfrc10lsuwq/25katuhikibfrc10lsuwq)

### Japan vs Hong Kong

- Japan price in HKD: HK$776
- Japan source price: JP¥15,800; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:32:12Z
- Hong Kong: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.stridelab.jp/products/katadyn-be-free-ac-1l-black-14072-25ss)

### Japan vs Australia

- Japan price in AUD: A$140
- Japan source price: JP¥15,800; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:32:12Z
- Australia: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.stridelab.jp/products/katadyn-be-free-ac-1l-black-14072-25ss)

### Japan vs Singapore

- Japan price in SGD: S$127
- Japan source price: JP¥15,800; In stock
- Japan price retrieved: 2026-08-21T20:32:12Z
- Singapore: no verified exact price found
- [Japan price source](https://shop.stridelab.jp/products/katadyn-be-free-ac-1l-black-14072-25ss)

## Stores checked

### JP

- [STRIDE LAB Online Store](https://shop.stridelab.jp/products/katadyn-be-free-ac-1l-black-14072-25ss): JP¥17,380; In stock. Retrieved 2026-08-21T20:32:12Z. Japan outdoor retailer. The black 1.0L AC product page shows ¥17,380 tax included, an active quantity selector, and Add to cart. Shipping is not included in the displayed price and depends on the Japanese delivery address.

### US

- [Dick's Sporting Goods](https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/katadyn-befree-ac-1-0l-water-bottle-25katuhikibfrc10lsuwq/25katuhikibfrc10lsuwq): $59.95; In stock. Retrieved 2026-08-21T20:32:12Z. United States authorized retailer. The listing shows the Black variant at USD59.95 with shipping, pickup, and Add to cart controls. Delivery, pickup eligibility, sales tax, and final stock depend on the destination and selected variant.

## Important notes

This is a microfilter, not a universal purifier. Use only with suitable source water and follow Katadyn cleaning, storage, and replacement instructions. Do not claim virus removal or protection from every chemical contaminant. Filter performance depends on water quality, maintenance, and remaining filter life; use an appropriate treatment method when the source is uncertain.

Japan tax-free eligibility, actual local sales tax, daily FX, shipping, card fees, warranty, and import charges can change the final cost.