We all know how important it is to keep hydrated, and whether you are a gym junkie or an avid runner, student, office worker or perhaps you just need to increase your daily water intake, we have a water bottle that will suit all occasions. Purchasing a reusable water bottle means you can ditch single use plastic water bottles, helping the environment as well as saving money.
Eco friendly reusable water bottles
Over 5 million people in Australia consume bottled water weekly. In the US alone, plastic water bottle consumption equates to 50 billion plastic bottles annually. By switching to a reusable water bottle you would be replacing the equivalent, and sparing the planet, of 156 single use plastic bottles a year. You will also save, on average, around $1200 a year by switching to a reusable water bottle.
We have a huge range of reusable water bottles available and are here to help you navigate through the world of reusable water bottles to help you find the right one for you.
Choosing a reusable water bottle
There are so many different brands and styles of water bottles on the market today that choosing one can become overwhelming. Brands ranging from Frank Green, Contigo, Camelbak, Oasis, Avanti to name a few, and in insulated, glass, ceramic, BPA Free. It's no wonder why you may feel it's all too complicated.
First of all, what is your reason for buying a new water bottle? Think about what the primary reason for the new water bottle is. Take into consideration whether you are looking at one for sports and active lifestyle, for the office, school student etc.
Once you have identified your reason, start to think about what's important to you. Think of the material, do you want a glass bottle, BPA free plastic bottle, insulated stainless steel? You will also want to think about the capacity of the water bottle, how much water it can hold and will that be suitable for your needs. Let's start to break this down further.
Insulated Water Bottles
There are several benefits of using an insulated water bottle over a normal every day water bottle. Insulated water bottles keep your drinks cold (or hot) for hours at a time, making them great for long hikes, beach days at the beach, or just in general when you want you drink to stay cool or warm for longer. Typically made from stainless steel, these water bottles are also more durable and longer lasting than a regular plastic water bottle.
There are two main types of insulated water bottles: those with a vacuum seal and those with a double-wall construction.
Vacuum-sealed water bottles are the most common type of insulated water bottle. They work by using a vacuum to remove all the air from the bottle, creating an insulating barrier between the hot or cold liquids inside and the outside environment.
Double-wall construction water bottles have two layers of walls with a space in between them that is filled with insulation. This design helps to keep your drinks hotter or cooler for longer periods of time than vacuum-sealed insulated water bottles.
Water Bottle lid types
Water Bottles come in a variety of styles, materials and often have different lids depending on the required use. This includes; sport water bottles, an insulated water bottle, water bottles with a wide mouth, spill free lids & leak proof lids.
Sports Bottles: there are a few different styles of sports bottles to suit your different needs.
If you are a cyclist, you may want to look at a water bottle with a straw so you don't need to lift your head too much to have a drink.
Wide Mouth: if you like adding ice cubes, lemon, cucumber or other fruits and hydrators to your water bottle then you should consider a water bottle with a wider mouth.
Spill free lid: Great for office workers to have on their desk. Avoid potential disasters if you accidentally knock your bottle over with a spill free lid.
Leak proof lids: Perfect if you love to chuck your bottle in your gym bag, or to prevent soggy lunches or school work in your school bag
What are the best water bottles made from?
Stainless steel water bottles: Durable and contain no nasty chemicals, stainless steel bottles are an insulated water bottle meaning the bottle will keep your water cooler for longer. Stainless steel water bottles are also reusable and recyclable making them an environmentally friendly choice.
Glass water bottles: a favourite amongst those who like to add flavourings in their water bottle as there’s no worry of the glass retaining any flavours when you next use your water bottle. Our glass water bottles are all BPA FREE and contain no harmful chemicals. You can easily store these in the fridge overnight to keep your water nice and cool for the next day. Some glass water bottles will have a silicone sleeve over them, this can help prevent the bottle from breaking if dropped on the floor
BPA Free Plastic: All plastic water bottles we stock are BPA FREE. These BPA FREE water bottles are much lighter than the glass and stainless steel water bottles and are perfect for active people, easy to throw in your gym bag or your school bag and easier to carry when working out etc. Being reusable will also save you money in the long run as well as helping to rid the planet of single use plastic.
Ceramic water bottles: A great alternative to plastic bottles as they are eco friendly. You will find most Ceramic water bottles are also constructed from stainless steel as well, making them much more durable than if they were entirely ceramic.
Silicone water bottles: These water bottles tend to be collapsible due to the nature of the silicone material, making these compact to fit in your bag when not in use, so you are never without a reusable water bottle
Stainless Steel v Glass water bottles:
Both of these materials are a great reusable water bottle option. We’ve listed a few things to think about to help you decide which way you want to go.
Pros for stainless steel water bottles: The coldest water bottle you can buy as they’re insulated water bottles keeping your water colder for longer. Very durable and will last years. Stainless steel is also recyclable at the end of their use and comes in a range of styles, patterns, colour to suit your lifestyle.
Cons for stainless steel water bottles: can dent and scratch over time if repeatedly dropped etc and does take longer to recycle than other water bottle options.
Pros for glass water bottles: 100% recyclable and sustainable, and the glass water bottle does not retain any flavours so perfect if you do like to mix it up and add fruit or flavouring to your water. Glass water bottles are dishwasher safe and durable.
Cons for glass water bottles: They are more fragile than stainless steel water bottles and as such, generally have a shorter lifespan. Glass water bottles are also not insulated so will not keep your water cold all day long like a stainless steel water bottle will.
Which water bottle size is right for me?
Choosing the right size water bottle is also an important decision, too small and you are constantly needing to refill and too large can be daunting.
Kids water bottles: these tend to be in 250ml to 400ml, perfect for preschoolers and kindy kids
Small: if you are looking for a small water bottle then go for a 350ml, 450ml, 500ml. These sizes are easier if you want something compact and light.
Medium: for the next size up you can opt for a 750ml up to a 1L water bottle. Ideal for those who commute to work or carry a water bottle when exercising. These are also a good size to keep at your desk at the office without needing to refill too often, while not taking up too much space.
Large: many customers of ours were looking for a larger water bottle and water bottle manufacturers were listening. Now you can easily purchase a 1.2L, 1.5L or 1.8L water bottle- perfect for extended workout sessions, camping or hiking etc. A lot of our customers who are tradies opt for these size water bottles so that they can stay hydrated when working on construction sites the whole day.
The most popular water bottle brands
Contigo: Contigo has a range of water bottles using their patented Autoseal® and Autospout® technology. The Autospout® lids have a one-handed operating system, making it easy to drink from, with a press of the button to open and drink. The Autospout® spout also protects your straw from getting dirty. They are also leakproof, perfect to drink on the go.
The Autoseal® lids are spillproof with an easy-clean lid that pops out for easy cleaning, also Autoseal lids allow you to unlock it with one-hand, making them perfect for hydrating on the go whether out on a walk, driving in the car or lifting weights at the gym.
Camelbak: The Camelbak water bottle was created by a keen cyclist looking for a solution to keep hydrated whilst competing in long cycle races and introduced the hydration backpack for cyclists to stay hydrated. Since the creation of the hydration backpack, Cambelbak has branched out to include water bottles. Camelbak water bottles include a bit valve universal lid that is spill proof when open and leak proof when closed. Their everyday water bottles are BPA, BPF and BPS Free and are made from Tritan™ Renew, an innovative new material made from 50% recyclable material.
Thermos: The first company to produce a vacuum insulated water bottle. Thermos have long been known for their drink and food flasks, keeping drinks and food hotter for longer. That technology is also being used for their water bottles, which are tough enough for all activities, leak proof and dishwasher safe.
Oasis: Oasis have a wide range of functional, insulated stainless steel or glass water bottles to suit all your needs, from their insulated sports water bottle to their sleek and stylish double walled water bottles, and available in a range of colours, patterns and styles.
Avanti: With a wide range of stainless steel insulated water bottles on offer, and available in matching travel mugs, tumblers and lunch bags, you can coordinate your day perfectly! There are many colours, patterns and styles to choose from, and at a great price point, you may be tempted to get a few different styles.
FAQs
Which water bottle is best?
The best water bottle is any water bottle that is reusable and not single use plastic! Think of your lifestyle and what will best suit your needs ie small or large bottle, insulated or glass etc.
What is the healthiest water bottle to drink from? The healthiest water bottles are a Stainless Steel water bottle or a Glass water bottle as these are chemical and toxin free, long lasting and recyclable.
How long can you leave your water in your stainless steel bottle? Best to leave it a day at most, empty and wash at the end of each day to ensure you always have fresh tasting water everyday.
Why should you purchase your new water bottle from Everten?
We have a wide range of water bottles available, from stainless steel water bottles, collapsible silicone water bottles and water bottles made from glass. We have an extensive range of water bottles in different colours, patterns, sizes and styles. We also practise what we preach! The Everten team all use reusable water bottles so rest assured we can help you decide which water bottle will fit your lifestyle and needs.
