6 Best Water Bottles for Kids, Tested and Reviewed
We tested a dozen popular models to find the best leakproof and durable options for your child.
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The best kids' water bottles should be leakproof when closed to prevent spills in your child's backpack, lunch box or all over their desk at school. They should be durable, resisting dents and breakage from inevitable drops, and also be easy for small hands to grasp and carry — with a design that's easy for parents to clean. Additionally, a great kids' water bottle should come in fun colors or patterns to keep children excited about staying hydrated.
In the Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, our team of experts tests thousands of beverage-related products every year. In fact, we've tested almost a hundred water bottles, insulated tumblers and Stanley cup dupes in the last year alone. Over the last few months, we tested 12 kids' water bottles in our Lab and enlisted some tiny at-home testers to see how they liked using them in their daily lives. Our top picks below excelled in ease of use, versatility, durability and ease of cleaning.
Eva (she/her) is a reviews analyst in the Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, where she tests kitchen gear, home appliances and culinary innovations. She graduated from NYU with a bachelor of science in food studies, nutrition and public health and is a trained chef through the Natural Gourmet Institute. Eva has more than 10 years of experience in the food industry, working as a food stylist, personal chef and marketing manager.
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