I own two Coleman Freeflow bottles: The 24 oz with straw and the 40 oz with a “chuging” valve. They both work amazingly well keeping water cold and no leaks at all (up to 24 hours with ice)… Also, the 40 oz cap is the easiest to clean up. Cons? The 24 oz one does not support hot beverages (because of the straw at the cap), and the bigger one even though it supports hot beverages, its size is a bit “clunky” and it does not fit into cup holders.

I live in the deep south. year round golf. also year round heat. And most courses don’t want us brining coolers on to the course. I think this is a good topic. I looked at the winning bottle, the Hydro flask wide mouth, at D****. It did not appear to come with the straw, which was packaged separately for $10-12. That’s a deal breaker for me. If the straw is a plus for the bottle, it should come with it.

Is this article and type of comparison really necessary or did someone at MGS needs a water bottle?

I suspect that if you considered the Standard Deviation between all of the scores in each of the categories, you would find that all of these products are about the same.

Size of the water bottle should be considered heavily too. If you go with a 16 oz. water bottle and realize after a couple of rounds that 24 oz. of water would be a better amount you are not going to fit 24 oz. in a 16 oz. bottle. But you can fit 16 oz. in a 24 oz. bottle so going with the larger bottle makes sense. I’ve been utilizing a 3 size system and I base which one to use by the projected high dewpoint temperature for that day.

Come on. Water bottles? Is this where we’re at?

As per my previous comment when you reviewed the ring you wear to sleep….Can we please do a review on which felt tip marker is best for writing on your ball?

Wow, who knew water bottles could be complex. I am a cynic. People think they are doing the right thing for the environment by using these fancy water bottles versus a plastic bottle. The reality is that most of us lose or misplace these bottles with alarming frequency. The amount of energy required to produce one of these bottles likely outstrips any environmental gain over using plastic water bottles (the same is true for reusable grocery bags). Perception is reality for most people.

Consider using disposable plastic water bottles but try to refill them from the tap as much as possible. before recycling them.

Alright you make fierce jokes about iron covers, which make sense to me if you have expensive irons and plenty of nerves to put them on and off without getting annoyed by the task, but you test with incredible seriousness many things that are just not as nearly as reasonable as iron covers.

contigo for the straw yeti otherwise.

Great to see you guys testing things other than clubs or balls, but there is no data in this buyers guide? How can you claim the durability, hot/cold performance, or drink-ability with no actual tests? This is basically a glorified list of water bottles.

Guys, need to understand, which water bottle is best for high speed swing vs low swing speed players? Also, which water bottle is the most forgiving There are times when I’m rushing a drink and I don’t put the bottle opening exactly in the sweet spot of my mouth and I spill some, so I need to know which water bottle thus would be best for me.

Personally, as my game has improved, I really will only use a water bottle with a urethane cover. The ones with the surlyn covers, if I drop them on the ground, they roll too much and don’t check up.

Finally, I like a water bottle with a hardshell cover because, “soft is slow”. I actually have no idea how that relates to the conversation here but considering this article is an exercise in complete lunacy, why not?

You guys are really scraping the bottom of the barrel for content. Maybe do a deep dive on spike designs and replaceable/aftermarket spikes? Something other than water bottles.

Personally I don’t like drinking water out of stainless steel. Maybe it’s me but it doesn’t taste right. I actually prefer a plastic water bottle over steel and glass is the best (I have a couple) but I get the durability is a concern

The best bottle on the market is the one that comes with water all ready in it. It’s the plastic bottle. it’s a one and done. Pro’s ..the cost is what ever you paid for the drink…. you can throw it way or refill it. ….if you lose it it doesn’t cost you anything . Cons……it doesn’t keep your drink cold.

Just wanted folks to know that Zojirushi makes excellent (quality, performance) water bottles. I live in AZ where the temp exceeds 100+ degrees F many days, and my Zojirushi bottles have never let me down (even after 24 hours liquids remained cold). If you include Zojirushi in a future test, you might have a new top pick.

I with they’d included a big gulp cup with a lid and straw in this buyers guide. Just as affective and free with any purchase! Sort of a nod to having a range ball in ball test….

This test should have included photos of each brand in a golf cart cupholder as that’s the ultimate dealbreaker/most important feature! I know the widemouth Hydro Flasks don’t fit but their tumblers do. Have to include carts from Yamaha, Club Car, and EZ Go too since they all vary with the sizes of their cupholders. Also, knowing the weight of each one is important for those that walk as every ounce matters in terms of weight you’re carrying. That’s where a brand like Camelbak can excel as they are typically lighter.

I have been reusing my finished Gatorade bottles (or other sports drinks). I get dozens of uses out of one bottle. All sorts of advantages, and it works just fine. Free. Fits my cart’s cup holder. Fits my hand and mouth well. Fits in the refrigerator better than most expensive sports bottles. I have a few of the special sports hydration bottles I’ve acquired over the years. Used Gatorade bottle beats ’em all for convenience.

You seem to prefer bottles with straws, because they limit spillage. However, I find my drinking skills more than adequate to prevent spilling. On the other hand, the annoyance of the straw, cleaning it, and the fact that most straws can’t handle hot liquids makes the straw a deal breaker for me.

One of the most important considerations here, at least for the golf application, is whether the bottle will fit in a standard golf cart drink holder. I have found that many of these do not fit well and will tip over or fall out. of those golf carts that use the two cup side holder (as opposed to the two or four cup center holders). This should have been part of the test, or at least a consideration since this a golf focused testing group.

Meh. My STANLEY is slim enough to fit in any cart or car drink holder, and keeps my water colder than any of your tested water bottles without wasting wasting capacity with a straw.. One handed press and gulp, spring action seal, easy to clean. Yeti price is a joke. Your #1 will not fit in any normal cart or car drink holder. — deal-breaker for me!

Next test should be which brand of tees should we buy.! Or which ball marker should you buy. MGS… LOL.

Hey, okay, do your thing. It’s your website. Review what you want to get views and clicks. But this has now gotten to the point of absurdity. What next? Best shoelaces?

You didn’t test it, but I have several sizes of Camelback Chute bottles that are great. Different tops and different sizes all interchangeable. Also available in plastic or insulated SS. And always on sale somewhere.

These are great, but I’d recommend the Zulu Ace 24oz water bottle over these.
– One-touch fast opening top
– Perfect size opening to allow water to flow fast, but keep ice in. Can drink while I walk without spilling all over myself.
– Removable base to make it easy to add ice and easy to clean
– Vacuum sealed
– Fits cup holders and the side slot of my golf bag
– It does not have a straw (straws are a pain to clean anyways)
– It does not hold hot liquid

I like my S’well water bottle the best large mouth and keeps both hot and cold water