Reusable Water Bottles by Material

Bottles covered:

• Insulated stainless steel water bottles

• silicone water bottle 

• Plastic water bottles

• Glass water bottles

• Single-walled stainless steel water bottles

• Aluminum water bottles

Here, we outline the pros and cons of each bottle material type available to buy. This will help you choose the best water bottle based on your specific preferences.

Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottles

Pros: Keeps hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold, durable, portable, no health risks, stylish, can be affordable

Keeps hot drinks hot and cold drinks cold

Most insulated water bottles feature double-wall thermos-like engineering that improves their ability to maintain the temperature of their contents.

For instance, Fayren stainless steel vacuum bottle can keep a drink hot for 12 hours, or cold for 24 hours, thanks to their Vacuum Insulation. The vacuum insulation prevents any temperature transfer to the outer wall.

Durable

Insulated water bottles are extremely durable, because their double-wall construction gives them an added layer of protection against dents. And since they’re stainless steel, the risk of breaking is a non-issue.

Portable

Because insulated water bottles prevent heat transfer, you won’t see any condensation form on the outside of your bottle. If you place your bottle in a tote bag, it won’t leave any traces of moisture.

The sweat-free design of insulated water bottles also ensures that your hands will not get burnt or chilled when you hold your bottle. This means you don’t have to bring a towel to wrap around your bottle just to protect your hands.  

Finally, insulated water bottles are not as heavy as glass water bottles, so they can be carried throughout the day with ease.  

No health risks

Again, stainless steel bottles have no known health risks.

Pro tip:  How do you know that Healthy Human bottles are safe? First of all, we use 18/8 food grade stainless steel in our products, commonly used within the food and drink industry. The number 18/8 stands for the percentages of chromium and nickel in the steel. The 18 percent chromium and 8 percent nickel reinforce the strength and durability of the stainless steel. The result is a product that eliminates rust, corrosion, stains and metal odors and tastes impacting your drinks.

Stylish

Insulated stainless steel bottles come in a wide array of colors, so you can mix and match them with your outfits. Some have a matte, opaque finish while others come in a shiny shellac-like finish. Check out the bright solids, stylish fades, marble and wood grain designs offered by Healthy Human.  

Can be affordable

Depending on the brand, insulated water bottles have a great price point, considering their durability. For instance, Fayren vacuum bottle start at $3-$5 for a bottle.

Cons:Heavier than plastic, hand wash only if vacuum insulated

Heavier than plastic

While stainless steel insulated water bottles are not as heavy glass, they are also not as light as plastic. If you need something ultra lightweight, you might consider other options.

Hand wash only if vacuum insulated

To protect the integrity of the vacuum insulation design of these water bottles, you’ll need to hand wash them and let them air dry with the lid off.

Silicone Folding water bottle

Pros: Lightweight, durable, no health risks, dishwasher safe, affordable  ,easy carry 

Cons: Transfers heat, no insulation 

Plastic water bottles

Pros: Versatile, lightweight, affordable

Cons: Health safety concerns, bad for the environment, ages quickly, can be smelly

Glass water bottles

Pros: See through, dishwasher safe, no health risks, zero effect on taste

Cons: No insulation, breaks easily, heavy

Single-walled Stainless Steel Water Bottles

Pros: Lightweight, durable, no health risks, dishwasher safe, affordable  

Cons: Transfers heat, no insulation, dents easily

Aluminum Water Bottles

Pros: Lightweight, affordable

Cons: Interior lining may pose health risks, flavors cling to lining, less durable than stainless steel