In addition to Lab tests, we send water bottles to consumer testers when possible to get their opinions on how water bottles fare in real life. Using either a dishwasher or dish soap and a brush, we test how easy it is to clean each water bottle. Lastly, to score ease of use we consider how each water bottle is to open and close.

It holds its shape but can squish down like a. To assess durability, we use our drop tester machine to drop water bottles three times each from a height of 5 feet and note any damage that occurs. The Platypus Meta is a novel water bottle that is Platypuss version of a silicone-like, squishy water bottle. (106) 106 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars. We also shake each water bottle at full capacity to see if any water escapes. We tested the top water bottles from Hydro Flask, Klean Kanteen, CamelBak, Yeti, Nalgene, and more to find the best products to help keep you hydrated. Find helpful customer reviews and review ratings for Platypus Meta Collapsible Water Bottle for Camping and Hiking, Slate Grey, 0.75 Litre at . Shop for Platypus Water Bottles at REI - Browse our extensive selection of trusted outdoor brands and high-quality recreation gear. Bottle weighs just 1.3 ounces and measures 13.8 x 17.5 inches total capacity of 2.1 liters (70 ounces). We then knock over each water bottle and let it sit on its side for 30 minutes, checking to see if any water seeps out. The Platypus Platy 2-Liter Lightweight Foldable Water Bottle is compatible with all Platypus caps and drink tubes, and can be paired with a water filter, and the GravityWorks Water Filtration System. To evaluate performance, we test whether water bottles are leak-proof by filling each water bottle with equivalent amounts of water and food dye.

In the Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, our experts test at least two dozen water bottles year-round, including some collapsible models, evaluating them for factors such as ease of use, performance and durability.

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