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Water bottle technology has come a long way, baby. And as a yoga practitioner, your needs are specific. The best water bottles seamlessly deliver a quick sip (or gulp) without disrupting your flow and suit your unique checklist of qualities, including preferred design, travel routine, and budget.
Yoga teacher and former NFL player Mike Adams speaks for hot yoga fans everywhere when he explains his nonnegotiable is a well-insulated bottle. “This gives me the chance to pour some cool water on my head if the heat gets overwhelming,” he says. (Here’s to hydration in its many forms.) He also can’t take the time to unscrew a lid in class, making a mouthpiece essential for his sipping style.
Meanwhile, longtime teacher Claudine Lafond insists that the best water bottles are easy to carry and run no risk of leaking. We’re adding durability and barriers to clanging to the list of necessary traits. And let’s be honest: a visually pleasing design goes a long way in a world where a water bottle is capable of gaining viral popularity.
To help you find a model that matches your hydration demands, we tested the most popular models on the market and itemized what we appreciate about each option. Once you have your needs dialed in, the best water bottle for you will be self-evident.
At a Glance
Best Water Bottle You Can Personalize
You can’t really go wrong with any of these reliable brands.
Hydro Flask’s MyHydro
Pros and Cons
⊕ Insulated
⊕ Dishwasher Safe
⊕ Customizable
⊕ Silicone boot to prevent slipping and clanging
⊗ Specific straw angle for sipping
⊗ Occasional leakage
In the world of reusable water bottles, Hydro Flask is ubiquitous for a reason. Actually, several reasons. The brand is known for its well-insulated, durable design as well as its understated retro look. So when we discovered MyHydro, which allows to you customize the perfect water bottle, it was a must try.
In addition to the oh-hey-I-made-this appeal, MyHydro allows you to choose from an array of models with practical perks. Our favorite? The silicone boot. This single detail eliminates mid-class clanging, a revolutionary development for frequenters of yoga studios. As for the option to make the entire bottle monochromatic? Yes, please.
That said, beware that the Wide Mouth Flex Straw Cap, our choice for easy sipping, must be positioned at a specific angle to achieve said sip. Also, the cap does leak on occasion and the price point is higher than other options on our list of faves. But given the room for thoughtful adjustments, MyHydro is a worthy all-around choice.
Best Trending Water Bottle
Owala FreeSip
Pros and Cons
⊕ Insulated
⊕ Sip or Chug
⊕ No leakage
⊗ Difficult to clean
⊗ Lid issues
If TikTok trends are a must-follow in your world, you’re likely already aware of the Owala FreeSip. The water bottle has garnered a dedicated fan base for its multi-functional mouth piece and wide range of fun colors, which evoke the free-spirited funk of the early ’90s. The design of the pop-and-sip straw allows for seamless hydration (including chugging) and ensures water doesn’t pool in the cap (aka no leaking).
When it comes to cleaning the FreeSip, the straw and cap aren’t the easiest to access, and the lid’s spring mechanism runs the risk of malfunctioning or breaking if the bottle is dropped. Also, although the FreeSip is designed to be on the slimmer side and thus fit in your car cupholder, it is a touch wider than some standard holders.
But it’s a terrific choice for anyone in the market for an of-the-moment bottle that earns its word of mouth.
Best Water Bottle for Mid-Hike Practice
Klean Kanteen Insulated Water Bottle with Chug Cap
Pros and Cons
⊕ Insulated
⊕ Dishwasher safe
⊕ Carabiner-friendly
⊗ Heavy
⊗ Not for hot yoga
Sometimes we want a bottle that offers more than a tiny sip but with more funneling than a basic wide mouth can offer. Klean Kanteen’s Chug Cap eschews the straw model, making for a simplified design. This bottle is built to last and multitasks on hikes and other outdoor adventures. While it’s an ideal choice for those who enjoy clipping their water bottle to a backpack with a carabiner, it may be too cumbersome for some practitioners. The metal handle at the cap can become warm to the touch in a heated studio, though the insulation keeps water cold throughout. Plus, it’s easier to clean than most of the best water bottles and is dishwasher safe.
The bottle’s design allows for interchangeable cap options (each sold separately), offering a sustainable option for fans of varied sipping mechanisms. Should your routine include regular day hikes—with a yoga session at the summit—investing in Klean Kanteen’s bottle may make sense for you.
Best Plastic Water Bottle
Yeti Yonder Water Bottle
Pros and Cons
⊕ Recycled plastic
⊕ Lightweight
⊕ Dishwasher safe
⊗ Non-insulated
⊗ Specific straw angle for slipping
⊗ Occasional leakage
Plastic water bottles may have fallen out of the favor, but the option has its benefits. Yeti’s Yonder is made from BPA-free and partially recycled plastic, meaning it’s incredibly lightweight and easy to tote, whether you’re heading to yoga, errands, or the beach. Although the lack of insulation means that water temperature fluctuates throughout the day. Hot beverages are not suitable for this bottle.
The straw cap is a similar design to many on this list, meaning that a specific angle is necessary for the perfect sip, and there is room for leakage. Two additional cap types are available for purchase. It’s more than satisfactory if you’re looking for a a throw around bottle or something to stash in your pack or carry-on without adding too much weight.
Best Water Bottle with Bite Valve
Camelbak Eddy+ Water Bottle
Pros and Cons
⊕ Insulated
⊕ Bite valve
⊕ Dishwasher safe
⊗ Some leakage
⊗ Whistling sound
Oral fixation, anyone? The Eddy+ is another insulated option with a straw top and clip-on options, but with one notable addition: a malleable plastic bite valve. The brand claims that the accessory enhances water flow, and it’s right: the extra-accessible sips come quick and easy and are accompanied by a satisfying rubber bite.
This bottle keeps water ice cold throughout the day, even in extremely hot conditions. (One editor took the Eddy+ to the desert and considered the bottle an oasis.) That said, that same bite valve is difficult to get entirely clean (even in the dishwasher). Also, sips come with a loud whistling noise when water levels get low.
Best Flip-and-Sip Water Bottle
Stanley Quick Flip Go Water Bottle
Pros and Cons
⊕ Insulated
⊕ Dishwasher safe
⊗ Heavy
⊗ Complicated cap design
⊗ Not for hot yoga
Another option for those in the no-straw camp, Stanley’s Flip-and-Sip top comes with a push-button lid and protected, leak-free mouthpiece. The insulation is seriously impressive, and once the cap is open, the simplified sipping is refreshing in more ways than one for those who want a water bottle that drinks like a cup.
The cap’s metal handle means you can attach the bottle or a carabiner without scuffing it up. But the piece feels thin and isn’t the most comfortable to grab with fingers alone and can warm up in heated studios. Additionally, like the Owala, the cap’s button technology presents the potential for malfunction with extended use.
Best Multi-Purpose Water Bottle
Mira Sierra with 2 Caps
Pros and Cons
⊕ Insulated
⊕ Multiple lids included
⊗ Heavy
⊗ Some leakage
Geminis, take note: Mira is basically two bottles in one. Though many of the bottles on this list are compatible with a series of caps from each brand, the Sierra comes with two—the Handle Lid and Straw Lid. The caps (which are compatible with all sizes and styles of Mira bottles) feature rubber tread around the rim, making them easy to screw on and off when it’s time for a refill.
That said, the plastic loop attached to the Straw Lid is a bit flimsy and may not hold up to constant clip-ons. It’s also not the most ergonomic design for carrying around with fingers alone.
But the insulation is top-notch for warm and cool beverages alike, making it ideal if you prefer the benefits of two drinking mechanisms minus a second purchase.
Best Glass Bottle
Purifyou Glass Water Bottle
Pros and Cons
⊕ No off flavors
⊕ Non-porous
⊗ Heavy and delicate
⊗ Tricky to clean
We would be remiss not to include a glass option. Because let’s be honest: glass bottles are pretty. They also eliminate any possibility of leaching or lingering (read: unwanted) flavors. And did we mention they’re pretty?
But there are factors to consider, beyond aesthetics, when it comes to the Purifyou. The bottles are slightly heavy and difficult to clean—due to the thin neck and external silicone sleeve. Additionally, the small screw top isn’t attached to the bottle, making it easy to misplace.
Still, the aforementioned sleeve eliminates any chance of clanging while providing the inherently delicate bottle with a layer of cushioned protection. If your the consientious type who doesn’t drop or lose things, Purifyou is for you.
