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If you love your water bottle, youll take it with you everywhere you go!)
Courtesy of the brands/Collage by Laneen Wells
Why do that to yourself when there are so many gorgeous receptacles that make drinking water a joy?
Bottles that chill your beverages for hours (or keep hot drinks actually hot)?
That wont slip out of your hands, or soak your belongings?
Original phot by SELF contributor Alexis Berger
That are easy to holdduring runs, collapse totally flat for travel, and come with straws for sipping?
That can be thrown in the dishwasher?
The choices are endless.
If you dont have a water bottle that you love, weve got you.
Below is a breakdown of some of the best water bottles to help you reach your hydration goals.
Think about your priorities in a bottle to help you decide which material might be best for you.
Insulation
Many water bottlestypically those made from stainless steelare insulating, which helps to keep your drink temperature controlled.
Its important to keep your container clean, so ask yourself if youre willing to follow the care instructions.
Prices often reflect features like insulation, smart technology, multiple lids, size, and material.
Cap style
Are you a straw-sipper, a wide-mouth-chugger, or a spout-tilter?
These top picks are from retailers like Amazon, Target, Lululemon, Walmart, REI, and more.
Best Overall: Hydro Flask Wide Mouth with Straw Lid (32 oz.)
Original phot by SELF contributor Alexis Berger
It also fits most backcountry water filters, allowing you to refill with tap water on the go.
Owala
FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle
Walmart
TheOwala FreeSip water bottleis a SELF editor favorite.
This insulated stainless steel water bottle with a BPA-free plastic lid comes in various sizes and delightful colors.
Original phot by SELF contributor Alexis Berger
(Think of it as a deadbolt for your water bottle.)
And its double-wall vacuum insulation keeps drinks cold for up to 24 hours.
I am obsessed with my Owala Free Sip water bottle, saysKaitlin Bitting, an instructor atBarre3.
Or screw off the cap fully to take big gulps through the wide mouth opening.
I also love the straw cap because the ease of use helps me drink more water throughout the day.
Its a versatile bottle you’ve got the option to carry along all day.
Not a problem with the stainless steel Klean Kanteen TKWide Bottle.
Once you rotate the lid open, out emerges the straw, like a hydrating jack-in-the-box.
Customization options abound with this option too.
for an added fee.
After all, where would you put the straw?
Its also microwave-safe and fits into cup holders.
“The Purifyou Premium is a stylish, sustainable choice for athletes.
Its easy, lightweight, and totally perfect for the gym or just being on the go.
When screwed tight, its top keeps your water sealed in.
And while youre drinking, a magnet in the cap keeps it attached to the side of the bottle.
Meaning, it wont boop you on the nose while youre trying to hydrate.
(It could be, though,if you gift herthe useful bottle.)
Itll also serve you insights about how much water youre drinking over time.
Another win: The loop on its lid is easy to attach to a backpack or anything else.
HydroJug Sport (64 oz.)
Its triple vacuum insulated to keep your water cold for 24 hours (a.k.a.
the amount of time you may need to drink up).
The Meitagie Leakproof Motivational Sports Water Bottle helps you drink what you need daily.
I have recommended this to most of my clients.
Its the right size to slip in your bag and comes in a bunch of cute colors too.”
Spa water, here you come.
It also features a removable silicone bumper bottom, which helps prevent dents.
It keeps water cold and has a straw top for an easy sip.
Its powder coat finish makes it easy to grip, and it wont leak or sweat on you.
It never falls out of your hand and keeps water ice-cold.
All three options feature a carrying handle to make the bottle functional with any of the choices.
Also, if you drop it, you’re free to expect some dents and chips.
Even so, for the price and functionality, we think this is a great option.
