Camelbak better insulated bottle
930325
We received this bottle in just a few days after ordering it. The bottle seem to be well made, but after my daughter talked with friends at school we realized that the soft cap (nipple) was missing. So we contacted Amazon.com and they emailed us return paper word and gave us a full refund. As always great customer service from Amazon.com.  Thanks, AD.
685420
Nice bottle, I like the no spill lid with locking feature. It does not insulate well and keep beverage colder noticeably longer than an a unlined plastic bottle.
4119145
I bought this because I own one of CamelBak's better bottles with the bit valve and straw. I got sick of using cotton swabs to clean out the mouth piece, so I bought this after I saw a reviewer had used it for such.
It works okay, but I don't even use the larger brush; it's easy enough to get a dish sponge in the bottle part.
As for the small brush, the gauge of the straw is slightly too large for the brush to really clean, but it does reach all the way through (unlike cotton swabs). I use the brush part (it comes out of the long tube easily) to clean between the twist-ridges on the cap. Regarding the mouthpiece, it's impossible to use. I'm convinced the mouthpiece is designed to be thrown away, which disappoints me.

I'm sure it'd be much better if I'd been using it for a reservoir, but frankly, I like my bottle better. I just wish Camelbak made a device specifically for it.
3340952
The bottle is insulated as it mentions on Product features. Your drink remains cold enough for your whole day. I had ice cubes that remained solid after a whole day of usage.
40 oz bottle is a bit heavier to carry in a backpack though.
665203
Went hiking with this camel backpack water was very cold when I put it in and 3 to 4 hrs later water was still cool (not cold but not warm as well) would suggest to buy the kit sold separtly to clean and dry the inner bladder it makes a world of difference. It's a tagvo hydration bladder cleaner.
487932
Like the insulated cover and strap, along with the staw feature. Color and coating on the bottle itself are attractive. First one I ordered though had some glaze or something on the inside. I exchanged it and the next one was fine. Spout a little difficult to open and leaks when turned
4001111
This Camelbal Eddy bottle is a big improvement over the previous Better Bottle model. They seem to have improved the overall fit and finish of the product, but mostly I noticed the improved water flow. The straw is larger, which means that you get more water with less suction required. I like the color of the grey bottle, and the 33oz size is great for keeping water at my desk. Camelbak is a good company, and their service (however unlikely it is that you'll need it) is good. Something that can't be said for most companies these days.

Don't waste time shopping around, just pick a size/color and buy the Eddy.
909804
Love the fact that the water tube is routed through the shoulder strap which helps keep the water even colder. I always hated the first drink from my old camelbak cause the water was so hot from sitting in an uninsulated tube. Good storage and I just wish the bag design had been a little better thought out its a pain to attack the bag to the pack. I fixed that by using a small carabiner in place of the small cheap plastic hook instead. Still give it 5 stars though.
4796883
Got this for my wife; she loves it so far (several weeks of daily use).

We like bottles with straws and spouts, but are not fans of the bite valves, like those used by Camelbak.
My wife likes insulated bottles b/c she likes cold water.

If this bottle has a drawback, it's the dimensions.
It is a little fatter (diameter) than ideal for most people's hands and cup holders.
However, my wife has not complained about that, so it must not be a big deal.
782060
I love the design of the Eddy water bottles, and decided to upgrade to this insulated version. It does keep water cold slightly longer than the non-insulated version, but not by much. The real benefit is that it does not sweat when cold.

I have used the metal insulated version of this bottle and it is MUCH more effective at keeping the contents cold, but it dented very easily when dropped and steadily lost its insulative properties over time (probably due to air leaking into the vaccuum seal). For the price, I believe this bottle is better.
4018547
I've been using this on longer bike rides. Pack it with ice and water, and it will stay cold for the first 30-40 minutes. After that, the insulation just doesn't seem able to keep it cold and you find yourself drinking cool water. Still better than a non-insulated bottle by far.

BPA-free is nice, and there's no plastic taste.
1719543
I love this belt and bottle. The little zippered pocket is just big enough for my car keys (in a zippered snack bag), a nutrition bar, and my gel flask. I use it for outrigger canoeing but take along a second bottle too as this one doesn't hold enough for a long workout. I found a 27 oz. Klean Kanteen bottle that fits in this belt. For me this system is better than the Camelbak hydration waist pack I used before; the hose got moldy inside. At least with this the bottle can be easily cleaned. The bottle itself is the one I always take with me in the car. The insulation works well enough (but not as well as a Hydroflask) to keep the water cool under normal conditions. So far, so good!
4157695
I really like the CamelBak Chute water bottles.  But, they don't work well with large temperature changes, e.g. freezing, warming up.  The insulated part will crack at the bottom.  Otherwise, great water bottles.  Don't like the straw versions of any type because they get mold buildup in the straw apparatus part very easily, which is gross.
128931
I replaced my Camelbak water bottles with two of these from Contigo. I like that they're glass and easy to clean with no mouthpieces to get weird or moldy! I don't hold the bottle by the strap--it seems like it would break if used this way. I wish it were a little shorter because it's difficult to carry in my purse, but other than those minor quibbles I'm very happy with both bottles. The other model I have has solid silicone with two long windows down the side, and I like it too--but this one feels a little more secure and easier to hang onto because more of its surface is covered in silicone. But it's also harder to tell how much water is in it. I would buy either model again.
1873031
Replaced a camel back bladder with this one.  Top closure is a little more tricky to seal as you clip it across the top.  The bite valve is harder than the camel back standard piece so you have to really bite down to get water out. The detachable hose is great for storage. Having a top closure instead of the camel back screw on lid makes it much easier to clean between hikes. Overall, it's a good option for a hiking bladder.
2723214
Buy the insulated versions that just came out. Bottles do not retain smell but caps do.
2122286
Great insulated water bottle. The orange is a nice BRIGHT orange. I like the large open cap which helps me drink more water than the straw and stays cleaner. You kind of have to hold it back/open or it's slightly in the way of your face though. :D