Does it leak? I want to know if the lid creates a tight seal
831907
Mine has not leaked at all. The spigot will clog occasionally with bits of lemon, etc. but other than that i had no problems. The lid is snug but not airtight. I will buy another if this one were to break.
831908
Because I use mine for brewing kombucha, I have it covered with a piece of muslin and don't use the cover. The metal cover does not screw on, but simply sits over the opening to keep it protected from dust/dirt. It does not have any sort of rubber, silicon or plastic inner ring that would help create an airtight seal. That being said, even without a lid, I have had ZERO dripping or leaking from the spigot, which does feel pretty lightweight and kind of cheap, but seems to do the job even so. It has been in continuous use since 7/2013, so lots of opportunities for spigot failure, but not a single drip. If you do order this, take a few moments to carefully tighten the spigot and then fill with water to test before you put any other beverage in it. Another reviewer noted this and I followed his/her advice and have had no problems at all.
831909
The lid does not create a tight seal. If it were to be tipped over the lid would either come off or it would slowly leak.
831910
I sent mine back because I was not happy with the spicket (I think that's what you call it) The picture makes it look metal. It's not, it's a very flimsy plastic that didn't feel like it would work or seal very well to prevent leaking.
1381458
No, but it seals quite nicely. The door has "U" shaped grove that closes around the base of the case. I haven't had any issues with leaking.
1652258
Yes. The lid clamps down and seals easily. I have not opened it frequently and so do not know about the wear factors, that some other reviewers have mentioned.
1937941
The gasket/lid would not leak. The small 'snap in place' cover over the drinking 'hole' could leak. It could possibly pop open and leak a lot. I have two of these and love them- freeze and use them every day. If you plan on holding it upside down over your laptop you might want to consider another.
1117504
No it does not leak. The lid is made of glass, and it has rubber around to keep it sealed. We love ours!
451105
Yes it stays very tight and does not leak!! I love mine. I have one at work and one at home. Use them everyday!
1429599
Mine has never leaked from where the lid and jar form a seal. However, it would be easily spilled in a lunch bag because of the holes for drinking and air flow.
1598419
No it doesn't leak unless you accidentally screw the lid on wrong (which I've done a few times). I've just learned to tip it over in the sink to see if I got it right and water isn't gushing out. The other time it leaked slightly is when I was rummaging in my gym bag and the stopper was tugged off. I'm more cautious about that now as well, and it hasn't happened again.
294975
Yes, definitely. The lid has a good seal and you can tighten it down very tight. I leave these in my backpack which is laid on its side under my desk all day and have never had a leak.
1467020
It just pops on and off and seals. I have not had any problems with it leaking.
1633450
Mine has a super tight seal, it's very nice I've been using it since I bought it, several months ago for powder detergent and I've had No moisture problems!!! The lid is certainly in No way flimsy and the fit Is perfect... I haven't done dishwasher and probably won't as I like to wash this sort of thing by hand!
538501
No, not a tight seal. I've not turned it upside down, but if I were to fill it with water and turned it upside down there would be a slight trickle.
132386
It does not leak at all, I can hold it upside down and shake it and nothing leaks. And that is after several months after using it, so the seal does not deteriorate. I don't know the answer to your second question as I always wash it after using it.
2200624
It should not leak. Mine does not. But it is, in my opinion, not a great idea to keep it pressurized all the time. Maybe a small valve at the handle would help.
1888530
The lid stays on just fine. In fact, if my husband is already asleep and i want to make a late night cup of tea, i fill the pot with water earlier in the evening and have it ready, becuase putting the lid on and clicking it in makes a noise. it fits tight and does not leak. i am very happy with mine. the handle is stationary, so you have to finagle the lid a bit to get it in and clicked tight. but i have arthritis and i can do it so it's no big deal. dee jaquet
1799369
Mine does not leak. As long as the seal is tight and not worn down, it will not leak.
1888529
The lid stays on just fine. In fact, if my husband is already asleep and i want to make a late night cup of tea, i fill the pot with water earlier in the evening and have it ready, becuase putting the lid on and clicking it in makes a noise. it fits tight and does not leak. i am very happy with mine. the handle is stationary, so you have to finagle the lid a bit to get it in and clicked tight. but i have arthritis and i can do it so it's no big deal.dee jaquet