Owala reviews and discussion

I feel a little bit proud to have discovered Owala long before the brand blew up. I was taken by the innovative design that allows you to sip from a straw or tip back and chug, both from the same spout. I love the fun color color combos and the minimalist design. I have 3 of the original style and just ordered the new Sway version with an improved carry handle. There is only 1 thing that I don't love, which is the rubberized coating on the dome of the cap. Over time it starts to feel a little sticky and to get dirty easily. I find myself having to scrub it with soap every few uses. But that's not even enough of a complaint to deduct a star. Love Owala.

Worth every penny. This is my ESB I take it everywhere and love the functionality of being able to sip and tilt. I also love how it pops open and that the mouth piece is always covered to keep it clean.

Forget a Stanley I’ve been team Owala for a couple of years now and I’ll never change. The sip and gulp top is the best for me. I have three sizes of the water bottle and I’ll be buying a coffee cup soon.

I have owned a lot of water bottles over the years (Hydroflask, Stanley, Swell, Yeti, BruMate, etc.) and nothing compares to my Owala! The straw and sipper mechanism has been amazing when you are spill prone. Easy to clean, travels well, and keeps your water/beverages cold!

THE BEST THING WATER BOTTLE OF ALL TIME. I love the option to drink from the built in straw or wide-mouth opening. I’ve never had a problem with leaking and the different color combos are so fun.

This water bottle is great, the 24oz fits nicely in my car cupholder without any issues. Not too heavy weight either. Opening up the bottle to take a sip is easy and works every time, have never had a problem with it. This is perfect for a workout at the gym or practice at the field.

I jumped on the Owala bandwagon earlier this year because I liked their fun colors and patterns, and was intrigued by the dual straw/chug opening. After some time, though, I've moved away from their FreeSip products because I was getting annoyed having to open the lid every time I wanted to drink (leaving the lid open guaranteed my young kids would knock it over immediately). The bottles themselves are high quality: sturdy and substantial without being too bulky, but Owala recommends hand-washing to preserve the external finish which is too time-consuming for me. (I have put some of my Owalas in the dishwasher and it does occasionally change the look and feel of the external finish.) Also, most sizes do not fit in cup holders, so I don't travel with them much. Owala does a great job releasing fun and unique patterns consistently, so they are fun to collect and give as gifts because everyone (else) loves them!

Are you looking for a practical water bottle with a straw that isn't exposed, won't spill, features a locker function, keeps water cold for a long time, is easy to carry, fits perfectly in your car cupholder, and holds 30 oz? This was precisely what I wanted when searching for a new water bottle, and if you're after the same, don't waste time, buy your Owala now!

The Owala 40oz cup is a great option for staying hydrated throughout the day. It keeps drinks cold for hours, and the wide mouth makes it easy to add ice or clean. The built-in straw and comfortable handle make it super convenient to carry around. Overall, it’s durable, practical, and stylish—perfect for daily

I bought 2 free sip Owala bottles from a retail store and they are perfect so I bought a free sip sway from the site (thats the only place I've found them) the first one I got ended up with spots that ate through the 'rust resistant' bottle after a month and the 2nd one I've bought ended up with those same spots after 7 DAYS. I do not have this issue with the ones bought from a retailer only the ones coming STRAIGHT FROM THE SITE. Owala refuses to resolve the issue even after I said I kept both bottles and will send them back for a refund.

I bought my Owala at target a year ago while on vacation. I only drank filtered water in it and cleaned it correctly. What I noticed was was the finish at the inside bottom of it was flaking off and I should not be drinking that. I contacted them about a warranty and they told me their over hyped warranty doesn't cover that. I'm wondering when WOULD their warranty kick in? I'm not buying another one if these overpriced bottles from this company. It's all hype.

Save yourself the money—not only is this not worth the $30+ dollars, the company also refuses to stand by its “lifetime warranty.” We purchased this water bottle to be used in a classroom setting. We used it for less than a week and the top holder (which holds on the lid) snapped off. It wasn’t dropped or used inappropriately—which the company sited as being the reason behind this manufacturer malfunction. Not the fact that this is just cheaply made. Their support team is a joke. So, if you’re looking at this because you think it’s high quality and that the company will stand behind the product, you should go elsewhere. I have had better customer service at Target and Walmart. We will never be using this company again and I encourage you to do the same—unless you’re comfortable with shelling out $30 every week for a new water bottle.

I feel compelled to share my recent experience with Owala Stainless Steel Travel Tumbler with Straw and Handle Cloudscape to inform and caution others about potential issues. My purchase of Owala Tumbler quickly turned into a frustrating ordeal due to significant quality concerns and inadequate customer service. Upon receiving Owala Tumbler, I noticed a concerning stability issue that compromised its functionality and safety. Despite there being no visible damage, the product exhibited instability that suggested a manufacturing defect. Concerned for my safety and disappointed by the product's performance, I reached out to the customer service team. In my correspondence with Taylor from customer service, I detailed the stability issue and expressed my concerns. However, the response I received was less than satisfactory. Instead of acknowledging the severity of the issue, I was met with resistance and a proposed solution of waiting an additional 30-60 days for reassessment. This response was not only impractical but also unacceptable given the potential safety hazards posed by the product's instability. As a consumer, I believe it's crucial to prioritize product safety and customer satisfaction. Unfortunately, Owala's handling of this situation fell short of these expectations. A thorough inspection of the product to assess the reported stability issue and timely resolution are imperative to uphold the brand's reputation for quality and reliability. In conclusion, I advise potential buyers to proceed with caution when considering Owala Tumbler. My experience serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of thoroughly evaluating product quality and customer service before making a purchase decision. Naz

Actually keeps ice cold. Doesn’t fling your drink everywhere like Hydroflask straw top. FreeSip Technology is brilliant.

I love that the cap covers the whole opening, so I don't have to worry about putting my mouth on an exposed straw - it feels much more hygienic. My only issue is that I had to replace the rubber piece in the cap, and now it's difficult to close.

I’ve had a few owala water bottles, including the insulated (and plastic) freesip as well as the older twist bottle, and they’ve all been great. I like that the freesip lets you tilt to drink or sip, it’s pretty innovative when every other water bottle functions the same way. I’m not a big fan of exposed straws on other bottles, so this is a great and hygienic alternative. While the insulated bottles are good for keeping your water cold, I like using my old tritan one at the gym since it’s a lot lighter-I wish they’d bring bought those back. Personally, I think the constant stream of releases for new color combinations is a bit tiring. I’d love to see some alternate formats come out instead, like more innovative functionalities.

I love that it's sort of like using a straw without using a straw, if that makes sense. Except the cap keeps everything enclosed. I've also found that the water bottle is easy to take apart for cleaning.

I'm not sure I love any water bottle more than this one! It keeps my water super cold (I always add ice), I can sip easily no matter the position of the water bottle, and I can travel with it without any spills!

I love this water bottle because it keeps my water so COLD for so long! I love the colors it comes in and it isn't too heavy to carry around. I have one big complaint though - if I don't lock it and it tips over it gushes out and makes a huge mess in seconds! This has happened many times since I tend to keep it unlocked while I am using it. I think it's because there are 2 openings, one is a like a straw and the other is a wide opening so the wide opening is where it is pouring out of. If it weren't for that feature I'd rate this the perfect water bottle!

I'm an Owala convert! Well, for some things. I drink so much water, I have a few water bottles for different use cases. These are great for hikes and/or long errand days. For traveling or other every day use, it's a little big.