CamelBak Chute Mag Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle

I have a larger Camelbak insulated stainless steel water bottle, but wanted a smaller one for my daily walks. It's perfect. The handle on the lid makes it easy to carry when I'm out walking, and the smaller size means I'm carrying less weight.I chose the stainless steel bottle over plastic to cut down on consumption of microplastics and PFAs. (The lid is still plastic, but overall, there's less plastic.) The stainless steel has the added benefit of not picking up odors or emitting that plastic-y smell that some water bottles have. And the double-wall construction keeps my drink cool for a surprisingly long time, even in a hot car.The lid design is great for drinking on the go; the spout is wide enough to get a good gulp of water without spilling the whole thing when you're on the move. The magnet holds the spout's lid in place when you want to leave it open -- while you're driving, for instance. And I have never had any problem with leakage when the lid and the spout cover are both screwed on properly.Judging by my larger bottle, which I have had for a year, the stainless Camelbaks are quite durable. Even the enamel(?) finish is pretty durable. I have dropped my bigger one several times, and it still shows only minor scratches and a barely-visible, tiny dent.Cleaning is easy -- much easier than the Camelbaks with a straw. The bottle has a wide mouth, so it's easy to get a bottle brush inside. The lid requires a smaller brush to get into the crevices, but it's not difficult. (Not like cleaning the straw and bite spout on the straw models!)I've had Camelbaks for years, beginning with the straw-and-bite-spout, plastic bottle models. These stainless ones are my favorites. I rarely go out without it.

I have had this item for about a month now and here's what I can say:- The insulation which allows the item to remain hot and cold is superb and will last for a while. I have had cold water in the bottle remain cold for well over 10 hours! I have not attempted any hot beverages so I would encourage the next buyer to give that a try and review it!- The bottle itself has a fairly decent grip! It does appear to lose a small fraction of grip if your hands are wet however it would only need a little more firmness in grasp. The handle is strong and easily compensates should you find it to be slippery. One main issue I am concerned with is what the scratch damage would look like. It appears easily scratched and could possibly be dented but that remains to be seen since I have yet to drop.- The size of the bottle (girth) is large which I prefer to the slimmer bottles. Although my hands are probably average, possibly smaller than the average, the size fits well enough into my hand that I can maintain a good grip without the concern of dropping.- The cap is possibly the favorite thing about this bottle. It like most bottles, has a rubber rim inside to prevent leakage but what makes this lid great is the magnetized top which helps guide the lid on, secures the grip, and is bound to the plastic, meaning that you can't lose the cap!- The whole cap is great and leakproof and removing it makes it easier for refill, cleaning, and if you like the wide mouth (as I do) it will makes the drinking experince while dehydrated that much better!- I will say, that generally speaking, I don't like to spend a lot on a bottle. I however, have found through trial and error, that cheaper bottles really do compensate the price for quality and after probably 5-6 bottles having something this sturdy, is definitely worth it. The bottle is priced at a hard but fair range however I would hope to assume this bottle will last me at 3 years.All things considered, you may assume my rating to be between a 4 and a 5 but I could not justify something less than what I gave because most of the concerns I presented are generally non starters. Thus far I like this item and I hope my review will provide you the help you need to decide on your purchase. Thanks for reading!

This is my third CamelBak Chute Mag stainless steel (vacuum) bottle. It is the 20oz version and just barely fits into the cup holder on my car (I blame the car, not the bottle). I love this model of CamelBak bottles -- easy to use, no leaks, and very sturdy. I've had my 40oz version for a couple of years. The built-in handle on the cap is very handy for casual carrying (short hikes). It does a great job of keeping my water ice cold all day. The wide mouth allows easy cleaning and filling with ice.

Great buy for the price. 32 oz descent size and capacity. Keeps the drink cold for very long time in exposed to heat and sun. The flip top cap is also very handy for fast opening and closing.In short, very recommended product.

There are no cons to this thing, so let me just stop you right there.Sure, you can get similar 32 oz steel, vacuum-sealed water bottles, but you won't be as satisfied with them as you will be with this one. I have a 64 oz one just like it that I've had for years. You just can't go wrong. What I like most is the the fact that the lid is leakproof and it's ingeniously designed so you can't lose the cao and you don't necessarily have to twist the cap on tightly to prevent leakage from it. The cap is permanently attached to the lid by a sturdy plastic tab that folds back and that cap seats itself on the lid and holds that position via a strong magnet. When you finish sipping, you just place the cap back on the mouth of the lid and it will not leak (unless you shake it or drop it). I also love the strong and durable handle that is easy to carry. There's enough space there to get several fingers into it for a very secure grip. I put a D-ring on the handle, so I can clip it to a backpack, belt, etc., so it comes in quite handy and is extremely portable. It keeps water super cold and has a smooth matte surface that is perfectly conducive for personalizing with stickers representing your dog, favorite beer, sports team, or organization. Chiquita banana stickers hold for a long time, too. Just sayin'.