Different types of mugs - pros and cons(2)

Stainless Steel bottles

Stainless steel bottles are widely considered to be the best material when stainless steel is food grade and of high quality. They can keep drinks warm, withstand a wide range of temperatures and forces and, if cared for properly, can last a lifetime.

Advantages

Does not affect the taste of drinks

Contains no BPA or chemicals

Strong and long lasting Keeps temperature

Better for the environment than plastic

Can be recycled

Easy to clean

Greens Steel's stainless steel water bottles are made from the highest quality 18/8 stainless steel. In short, this composite material is durable, long lasting, and corrosion resistant to the extreme.

Greens Steel bottles use 18/8 stainless steel, made from 18% chromium 8% nickel, to provide better corrosion resistance.

Disadvantages

May require more upfront investment compared to disposable bottles

Best for. Daily use water bottles

Ceramic Water Bottles

You don't tend to see ceramic water bottles, but they have been used in the past to hold water. Due to their weight and texture they are not an ideal material for drinking water for most people, but they are environmentally friendly.

Advantages

Eco-friendly / good for the environment

Easily recyclable after use

Can be reused many times

Make beautiful decorations in the home

Disadvantages

Hard to source as not many companies sell ceramic water bottles

Ceramic breaks easily and does not hold up well to pressure

Strange 'thick' texture, some people don't like to drink from it

Best for. For home decoration

Plastic water bottles

Plastic water bottles are last on the list because they are the material that should be discouraged the most (in our opinion!) . Plastic water bottles are usually single-use and can cause a range of problems, from environmental issues to health problems.

Pros

Easy to mould

Low cost of production

Cons

Terrible for the environment as we can't recycle them at the rate they are used

When heated, they can release BPA, which can lead to health problems

The BPA and chemicals in plastic water bottles can also enter the water system and cause damage to the natural environment.

They are rarely recycled due to their use-as-you-go nature.

Best choice: We do not recommend plastic water bottles, although some of the better quality, long-lasting bottles are better than single-use bottles.

What type of water bottle is best for you?

Having explored the pros and cons of each water bottle, it's worth considering what you need a water bottle for and the materials that are best suited to that need. As you can see, each water bottle has benefits and drawbacks, but they all suit a specific need. The main issue to consider is your health and how the water bottle affects it. If you are drinking from a water bottle that contains BPA, you should consider replacing it. You can find out more about the dangers of BPA on our BPA and stainless steel page. Also, if you're ready to choose a stainless steel water bottle, take a look at HAC's many options.