I've been using my Klean Kanteens for over 10 years. I did end up buying newer insulated ones, and they've been going strong for at least four.

Edit: 10 not 20

Recently bought a YETI Rambler. The chug cap is amazing and the build quality is top tier. Dropped it a few times and no dents to speak of.

Camelbak

Zoharishi.

I recommend S’well. Keeps beverages hot or cold for hours and hours. Very sturdy stainless steel body, I’ve never had issues with leaks (even tossed upside down in a large purse). Slim body fits into most side pockets. Overall a great product.

Corkcicle. Dropped my canteen bottles a few hundred times. Use them daily everywhere. Has been with me for 3 years. Still looks new. I promise. Buy Corkcicle!

Also, can anyone vouch for this bottle?

for what it's worth, i've been using a yeti and prefer it over a hydro flask - it's definitely better at withstanding abuse and dinging in my experience. been using mine for >1 year and it's been great at keeping ice still icy in there for quite a long time.

All the big names seem to be about the same quality wise. Go with the one that offers the size, color and configuration that you want. Also look at which ones have decent warranties. See if the company will stand behind their product.

I'm not sure if Kleen Canteen has the top you want, but that's what I use. It fits in my Cascadia's smaller cupholder and has held up to several years of use with no issues.

Hydro flask has been a good value for me. Getting abused, doesn't sit flat on the bottom anymore but does it's job like a champ. I like the grippy coating.

Hydroflask or Klean Kanteen. Available in different mouth sizes, insulated and last a long time. And standard sizes also fit the car cup holder.

If you're willing to skirt the price point just a smidge Zojirushi's thermoses meet all your other needs. Absolutely won't sweat, or leak at all, one button easy flip up (which can be easily locked if thrown in a backpack or bag)... No fumbling or screwing stuff on/off. Also it's easy to purchase replacements for the seals if you need. Will definitely fit in a car cup holder, however don't believe it is dishwasher safe.

Used mine daily for years... Coffee in the winter, water in the summer and it's amazing.

Yeti

pretty much any stainless steel insulated bottle will be the same in terms of durability.

The more complex the cap, the more likely it is to fail/leak.

I would get a simple steel insulated bottle, and a aftermarket steel lid (with silicone ring) if you’re rlly worried about leakage.

My absolute favorite water bottle, and I've bought them all over the years

Hydroflask is also my favorite by a close margin.

I have an owala and a zojirushi. Both are durable and mostly metal, and have replaceable parts. They’re double wall insulated and both cover the drinking mechanism completely. Each also have a locking mechanism to prevent spillage while in a bag.

I will say that Owala comes in more colors if that’s your thing, but the zojirushi is much lighter to carry.

If our Owala's fail, I'll have to try the hydro flask next time. At this time, I am still loving our Owala's.

So happy to hear this! As an avid hiker with dogs, I have a bunch of hydroflask with the wide mouth since the tops are interchangeable.

My only peeve is they aren’t dishwasher safe (cleaning tabs work well) & some of the tops are a pain to break apart & clean.

I’ve had a Klean Kanteen stainless steel water bottle for years with no issues. All you have to do is clean out the cap every once in awhile.

I use a Multi tea flask by ever vessel as you can use the top of the tea strainer to hold your fruit in and it has a nice drinking lip🍓 it's stainless steel though so you can't see inside

I have contigo stainless steel that are 10 years and they are still doing great. I have a few other brands but contigo is still my favorite

imo: hydroflask for steel, nalgene for plastic. had both since high school (8-10yrs)and rotate them regularly for my needs.

I prefer plastic Nalgene bottles because I feel like after my water sits for a while I always taste the metal. Higher quality metal bottles like Hydroflask don't have this problem as much, but if you put acidic fruit in there I think you could get some leeching. My biggest complaint about Nalgenes are that they can get a bit funky after a few days, but that's true of most reusable water bottles.

FWIW, there is a glass bottle with a plastic insulator on Kickstarter called TMB (the modular bottle) which I got last year. It's pretty good and I love glass since it doesn't impart any flavors and doesn't really get funky. For glass it's really durable, but I wouldn't toss it around like I do a Nalgene.

I have 2 Stanley Utility water bottles, 24 oz size. Have to get on eBay now.

I love my Yeti bottles

me and my owala against the world. going on year 3

Owalas are pretty cool, I hear!

I’ve tried them all, RTIC/Hydro/Yeti/cheapos/etc. Recently made a switch to Owala after seeing them in a store on vacation a few months back, by far the best water bottle I’ve ever used and ended up buying a second one as well. Has all the best features, straw and chug, carry handle/lock, leak proof, etc. Apparently they are now becoming “the thing” as I’ve seen a bunch of folks with them in my area now, but rightfully so as they are actually great.

I've managed to collect quite a few brands over the years. If you're looking for a top-notch water bottle, both the Owala FreeSip and the Hydro Flask come highly recommended by pretty much everyone, each for their unique features and durability.

The Owala FreeSip stands out for its innovative drinking mechanism. It offers a built-in straw for easy sipping, ideal for staying hydrated on the go without having to tilt the bottle. This feature is particularly convenient during activities like driving or working out. Additionally, you can open it up for a full-flow drink, giving you two options in one design. The insulation quality of the FreeSip is excellent, ensuring your drinks stay chilled for hours. It’s also leak-proof and comes in various sizes and attractive color options, making it as stylish as it is functional.

In contrast, the Hydro Flask is renowned for its robust build and exceptional temperature retention. Made with pro-grade stainless steel, it’s designed to withstand rough handling and still last for years. Its insulation capabilities are outstanding, keeping beverages cold or hot for extended periods. The wide-mouth design of the Hydro Flask is another plus, making it easy to fill, drink from, and clean. It’s perfect for those who prefer a more traditional, no-fuss design but still want the assurance of a high-quality, long-lasting bottle.

Popular mechanics magazine did a test on water bottles not too long ago and most bottles that are vacuum insulated work the same way and offer insulation of hot/cold for many hours. It’s more or less personal preference of lids and shape/size that could be deciding factor. One thing I will mention is my yeti gets tossed in the dishwasher daily for the last four years and still looks great. Hydro flasks are not approved for dishwasher fwiw, I tried and the outside got stained and chalky. Hydro flask has great customer service when my screw top lids leaked they sent me three to replace my old ones.

Zoj with this version. Zojirushi SM-SA36-BA Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Mug, 20-Ounce, Black by Tokyo Japanese Outlet Learn more: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HYOGUM2/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_81V0A8TCVTH9KG7FP30X

The newer with a different top don’t flip up right. I’ve had mine for years.

Warning! Do not put hot beverages in this with the assumption it will cool. It will not. It takes like 10 hours. Put it in like you want to drink it.

Middle pops out for cleaning. Lid clicks back so it doesn’t hit your nose. I’ve and water will still have ice 12 hours later. Tried other brands but I’m spoiled now.

Zoj mugs don’t go up to 30 ounces.

Edit they have 35 ounce vacuum bottle and a different thermos looking one.

Kind of depends on what your looking for. I personally have both a Hydroflash and a Ringo. So kind of depends on what you wanna spend.

I love my Ringo a little more just because I work out so I can put my phone on my water bottle magnetically and watch a show or something quite nice tbh.

I really like the yeti, it's works well both for my gym session that keeps my electrolytes water super cold for hours and also later when i am at home and siping slowly on a hot coffee or tea, it's just good at keeping temp
it' also sturdy as well which I hope means it will last me for years. one downside though is that it's a bit on the heavy side but i guess that's the material they use to keep the temp so can't have it all

edit: the yeti i got is the number 1 here: https://costnow.com/best-insulated-water-bottle/

I like the Yeti Rambler 769 ml (that's the 26 oz for Americans). Stays cold for hours, and the double cap means I can use the big cap to easily fill without a funnel, while the small cap is nicer for drinking.

I like my Owala because it doesn’t leak at the straw/lid connection base part

https://www.swell.com/collections/bottles

I'm looking for a glass or stainless steel water bottle with the dimension of a 1 liter bottle of SmartWater so it fits in the cup holder of my truck.

Reply to this post when you find it.

TIA.

Last Christmas, my coworkers gifted me stainless steel bottle form ClearlyFiltered, one of my favorite gift since I drink water a lot.

Yeti has straw caps.

I have a Yeti with chug cap and it's great. Straw top not for me personally, but mine are holding up great.

I recently purchased hydroflask wide mouth and got a wide mouth flex straw lid. I got the 64oz. I haven’t used it yet but seems like this may check off your boxes.

My hydroflask dented on Day 1 but my Yeti bottle is still going strong. Yeti has a lifetime warranty

I own a half gallon hydroflask that I like to use when I do a lot of yard work and need a lot of water. I’ve rolled it off a roof and is dented to hell and still keeps my shit cold. I own 3 Yetis and they’re badass. Yeti is great, but frankly all their shit is overpriced to hell because that’s what happens when you’re the “it” brand.

Bang for the buck though, and just as bad ass and keeps stuff colder than my Yeti is my Stanley ice flow tumbler. It has a straw, so it’s good for car. I don’t really like drinking from straws and prefer the spouts in my Yeti, but when I’m driving, straw it is. I haven’t had it as long as the others, but it’s just as solid.

I believe you can put Yeti and Stanley in the dishwasher, Hydroflask no.

I love my Kleen canteen.