LifeStraw Personal Water Filter

LifeStraw is a globally recognized water filtration brand originally developed by the Swiss company Vestergaard Frandsen in 2005. Initially designed for humanitarian purposes to help people in developing countries gain access to clean water, it has since become a staple for outdoor enthusiasts and emergency preparedness.

The brand is owned by Vestergaard, a family-owned company headquartered in Switzerland that focuses on health-improving technology. While the company is Swiss, the manufacturing of the physical LifeStraw units primarily takes place in South Korea. The brand is known for its social business model, where a portion of consumer sales goes toward providing clean water to school children in need through their 'Give Back' program.