ThinkSport Insulated Sports Bottle

Bottom Line

It's not specifically made or marketed for children, but experts and parents say the 12-ounce size of the Thinksport Insulated Sports Bottle offers a durable option for a grownup-looking water bottle in a kid-friendly size and shape. The bottle will keep beverages warm or cold for hours, won't build up condensation and will not transfer heat or cold to little hands.

Ease Of Use

Easy to drink from, lid may leak. The Thinksport Insulated Sports Bottle comes with a push-valve sport top that is easy for most kids to drink from. The valve also has a sealing cap, but some users say that the bottle will still leak into your bag if it is not held in an upright position.

The Thinksport bottle is dishwasher-safe, although you have to remove the cup and strap with seal first. The bottle has a smooth, rounded shape that is easy for small hands to hold, and many kids enjoy carrying the bottle by the loop that attaches the lid seal. There are a few complaints from adults that it becomes difficult to open over time.

Durability

May have durability issues with top. Most users say that the Thinksport Insulated Sports Bottle is very durable, but some report issues with the lids, saying that the stainless-steel shell can become separated from the plastic inner lining making it difficult to open and close the bottle. The lids are replaceable, so the bottle doesn't have to be discarded if that happens. The double-walled, vacuum-sealed bottle has a polypropylene drinking spout that is reported as durable.

Lifestyle Features

Keeps beverages hot or cold for hours. For parents who want to send their child to school with milk or other cold beverages, the Thinksport Insulated Sports Bottle offers a clear advantage. According to users, the bottle keeps drinks cold all day. Parents also like that the bottle doesn't sweat at all and is comfortable to hold even with hot contents. The bottle comes in multiple bright, metallic colors including purple, green, orange, matte black, and plain stainless steel. Parents say that kids like the sleek shiny looks of the bottle, and they enjoy personalizing it with stickers.

Thinksport does not offer any variety in its lid offerings, so this bottle is best for older toddlers and children. It's made from food-grade stainless steel with a BPA-free drinking spout.