We compared two popular 1 litre Tritan water bottles: the wide-mouth Nalgene and the CamelBak Eddy+.
What we looked at
Material, opening and cap design, leak-proofing, markings and cleaning, and price.
The verdict
If you want a wide mouth for ice cubes or energy powders, ml and oz markings and a loop-top cap that clips to a rucksack, the Nalgene is the classic hiking bottle, at £18.37. If you would rather sip through the CamelBak Eddy+ cap, described as spill-proof when drinking and leak-proof when stowed, with a two-finger grab handle, it is £24.99.
A classic wide-mouth Tritan bottle with ml and oz markings and a loop-top cap, for less.
A 1 litre Tritan bottle with a spill-proof drinking cap and grab handle, at £6.62 more.
Nalgene 1 Litre Wide Mouth Tritan Water Bottle (Aubergine) — Best Value
Intended for: Marketed as a 1 litre wide-mouth bottle made from tough Tritan, 100% leakproof, with a loop-top cap that clips to a rucksack and ml and oz markings.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the CamelBak Eddy+ on these listings
- Tough, impact-resistant, shatterproof Tritan that is BPA and BPS free
- 100% leakproof, with a loop-top cap that makes it easy to clip to a rucksack
- Marked with millilitres and ounces to track hydration
- Wide mouth opening for ice cubes or energy powders, and dishwasher safe
Worth knowing
- The listing describes a wide-mouth screw cap rather than a straw or spout
- Only 1 was left in stock when checked
Best for
- Hikers and campers who want a simple, tough bottle
- Anyone who adds ice or powders
- Buyers who want measurement markings
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants to sip without unscrewing the cap
- Buyers who want a grab handle
CamelBak Eddy+ Straw Tritan Bottle, 1L, Graphite — Best for Sipping
Intended for: Marketed as a 1 litre BPA-free Tritan bottle with a newly designed cap giving a 25% faster flow rate than the previous Eddy, a large two-finger grab handle, and a spill-proof, leak-proof design.
What we liked
- Newly designed cap stated to give a 25% faster flow rate than the previous Eddy
- Large, comfortable two-finger grab-handle
- Spill-proof when drinking and fully leak-proof when stowed
- BPA-free Tritan, with the cap and vessel fully dishwasher safe
Worth knowing
- Costs £6.62 more than the Nalgene on these listings
- The listing does not mention volume markings
- Only 3 were left in stock when checked
Best for
- Commuters and gym-goers who want to sip on the move
- Anyone who wants a carry handle
- Buyers who want a spill-proof cap
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants a wide mouth for ice cubes or powders
- Budget-conscious buyers
