Owala Kids FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with Straw for Sports, Travel, and School, BPA-Free Sports Water Bottle, 16 oz, Celestial Sphere by Owala

Whenever asked by recent high school grads what advice we want to share related to college, the first thing we say is to “get a sturdy, insulated water bottle” and we still live by that to this day. Because when we were in college for the first 2 years, it was so easy to forget to drink water. It didn’t cross our minds that staying hydrated would just drastically improve most things (mood, focus, energy, etc). College was always hectic and it was also easy and convenient to waste money at a vending machine and get a quick coke drink. But ever since owning a water bottle, it has been a physical reminder to just sip water instead of getting a sugary drink. That helped us out a lot in fighting the lingering Freshman 15 weight gain too.

My wife and I were among the early owners of Owala bottles when they first came out and way before they became trendy on TikTok and became known as koala nose bottles. They were selling them at our local Sam’s in a 2-pack 32 oz black and grey set. It was (and still is) an awesome water bottle and lasted us for years, even after college. Super sturdy and durable, we still have our first bottles. But because of accidental drops, the paint chipped, had scratches, and a few dents on the bottom. It still works in keeping our water cold and hot or cold and we use it to carry ice when camping or having picnic dates at the park. My wife’s favorite water bottle color is white: sleek and clean design, very good looking. So I ordered this 24 oz for her as a surprise. She was very pleased. It’s a smaller size than the 32 oz and she can hold and grip it better since it’s smaller.

This is our go-to water bottle. The only brand we use and recommend to all our friends and families. Even ordered two more for my mom and dad. I’d put ice with water in it the night before and it’s still ice cold the next morning until the afternoon, and the ice still hasn’t completely melted then. It’s very well-insulated and very functional. When my wife was recovering from covid, I made her green tea and poured it into her Owala bottle. We didn’t know it was going to retain the heat so well, even after 3 hours and would’ve burned her if she didn’t test it first. It felt like boiling water when she dipped her fingers in. The exterior felt neutral, not warm or hot, so we didn’t know.

Overall, this is a heavy-duty water bottle and works incredibly well for insulating both hot and warm water. Even when dropped on wood, cement, tiles, or concrete, it retains its shape albeit a few small dents on the bottom. My wife and I will continue to use our Owala bottles and will buy new ones when the time calls. As long as Owala is still in business, they’ve earned our trust and we will continue buying from them.

i like this, it fits in my car cupholder perfectly, the colors are pretty and it keeps water & ice cold for over 24hrs. i like that you can drink from it 2 different ways and it doesn’t spill or leak.

Never thought I’d be this excited about a water bottle. I got a few of these for our trip to Disney in May. I was looking for a bottle that was portable, kept our water cold, didn’t leak, fit in cup holders and easy to drink from. This did the job and is now my go to water bottle, the 24 oz size was perfect for us for our needs. I also chose this because I prefer an open mouth to a straw to get more water at once and others in our group prefer the straw. The chug side is a little awkward but, I find I get plenty of water easily through the sip side. It’s easy to clean, durable (mine has been dropped a few times and both the plastic and metal still look good), straw fits snug and water stays cold on the hottest of days even locked in the car.

✨I love it✨ The color is absolutely gorgeous and it feels super high quality 💜. One of the reasons I wanted a water bottle was to increase my water intake, and this one has helped me do that — I waited a long time because I wanted a bottle that was both practical and cute, and this one totally fits the bill.

I didn’t expect the bottle to feel a bit heavy when empty — it’s not too much, I just wasn’t expecting it — but honestly, I don’t mind at all. I got the smallest size so I can carry it in my bag to work, and it’s perfect for that. I refill it about 3–4 times a day, which is fine for me. It also fits perfectly in my car’s cup holder, which is such a plus! 🚗💧

The lid never fails — it’s super secure — and the ice lasts 24 hours or more, which is amazing because I love drinking cold water 🧊❄️. The only tiny thing is that the straw sometimes comes a little loose, so I have to open the lid to drink — but it’s not a big deal at all. Overall, it’s super cute, practical, and totally worth it. 100/10 recommend 💅🏼✨

This Owala FreeSip is a winner. The lid design is genius—you can sip through the built-in straw or tilt and chug from the wide opening, all in one cap. The push-button lid with a lock has been truly leak-proof in my bag, and the carry loop makes it easy to grab on the go. Insulation is excellent; ice lasts through the day and my water stays cold for hours. It’s also easy to clean (I pop the lid on the top rack and hand-wash the bottle). BPA-free stainless steel, sturdy, and no weird taste—exactly what I wanted.