This is my second Hydro Flask. My original is a 32oz that is great for longer times away from home, but I wanted something easy for work coffee on the go so I decided to get a smaller version. In the family we now have five. Never have I had any of them leak or develop condensation on the outside. These things are amazing just work! They work even better if you pre-chill or heat the inside prior to adding your drink (use some ice water or heated water from the stove for a little while before loading your beverage of choice). Both of my Hydro Flasks seem lighter than my 18oz Yeti which is nice when full but does raise some concerns about the amount of abuse it may be able to take if dropped though I have yet to drop one.It loses a star because I have two complaints about Hydro Flasks.1. The fully painted bottom may be prone to scratching and chipping without a boot but if you put a boot on it sticks to my backpack pockets and cup holders.2. This is really just personal preference, but I am not a fan of the jumping person logo and really can't stand it smack in the middle of the bottle. I prefer a clean look. Can't really cover it up keep it looking clean. Yeti, still having a logo on the bottle, has better logo placement, out of the way and a bottom that won't chip (may scratch but won't remove paint).Overall the Hydro Flasks are great water bottles and I would recommend them to anyone. They seriously keep my coffee so hot I can only sip it for HOURS if I keep the lid on and it easily holds ice overnight.
Rating:
[4 of 5 Stars!]