I bought a system and added this subscription for the convenience even though I know I can get filters for a better price elsewhere. They sent me an extra set of filters with the brand new system. If you don’t want to have an extra set lying around for 6 months, then wait to add the subscription.
Otherwise the filters work great. They are a little difficult to replace when the system has water in it so I suggest mounting it so the filters can be elevated. I used a 2x4 to build a bracket/stand that can be pulled out to do maintenance.