It’s happened to me quite a few times. I’m out running errands and I get thirsty. I grab for my water bottle, only it’s empty. Shoot. A quick glance around and all I see is that “innocent” looking drinking fountain. You know – the one that is outside 365/years and gets cleaned only when it rains. Not my ideal choice for drinking water at all. Fortunately, if you have an Aqua Vessel Ultra Lite water bottle from Eco Vessel, you can fill up your water bottle from that very same drinking fountain and be able to drink filtered water.
About the Aqua Vessel™ Ultra Lite
The “Ultra Lite” is part of our Tritan™ line of great looking, durable bottles that feature the same high performance, two stage filtration system as in our original stainless steel Aqua Vessel. A very effective filter bottle for those who want a light weight option while camping, traveling, on the trails or whenever you want clean, safe, good tasting water.The Review
I am a HUGE fan of reusable water bottles. Not only are they a convenient way to drink water while you’re out and about, but using reusable water bottles reduces environmental waste that we might otherwise create by using single-use plastic water bottles. One of the tricky things for me, though, has been that once I drink my water – that’s it. I’ll admit, I’m a little bit of a filtered water snob. I’ve heard enough stories about old, rusty, and leaking pipes for me to want my water to be run through a filter before drinking. I love that the new Aqua Vessel Ultra Lite water bottle from Eco Vessel allows me to drink filtered water – wherever I am.
The Aqua Vessel Ultra Lite is a straw based water bottle with a convenient flip-top to prevent any spills or leaks. With other water bottles you have to tilt your head back and “pour” the water into your mouth. With this water bottle, you keep the bottle upright and just drink it as you would any other drink using a straw. As you drink, the water gets pulled up through the two-stage filtration system. The filter removes 99.9% of parasites and reduces the toxic chemicals, heavy metals, and microscopic pathogens that can be present in water. Each filter can filter more than 100 gallons of water, which is about 700 refills for the bottle, which has a 25 oz. capacity.
I found this water bottle to be incredibly convenient simply because it eliminated any waiting time that can come with filtered water pitchers. Thirsty? Just turn on the tap, fill up the bottle, and drink. I thought the water definitely tasted clean and (to me) had a sweet taste, although others thought it simply tasted like good, clean water.
Note that when you first use the filter, since it is carbon-based to remove the icky stuff, there may be some carbon dust in the initial sips of water, which you can just spit out. I only noticed that on the first use and not on any other uses.
If you just need a standard water bottle (without the filter,) you can simply replace the filter and attached straw with the included rigid straw.
The Aqua Vessel Ultra Lite water bottle is BPA free (yay) and is dishwasher safe. You can purchase the Aqua Vessel Ulta Lite at the Eco Vessel online store for $24.95 or from Amazon for $21.95. It is available in three colors, Boulder Blue, Khaki, and Violet. In addition, this holiday season, Eco Vessel is donating 10% of sales from ecovessel.com to waterforpeople.org, in support of providing clean drinking water to those in need around the world.
Eco Vessel Online
The WiC Project Eco Vessel Giveaway
The Prize:
One winner will receive a Aqua Vessel Ultra Lite Tritan Filtration Bottle.
Disclaimer: This post consists of my (and/or fellow tester) opinions only. Your experiences may be different. No compensation was given for this review/giveaway. I did receive a free product from the manufacturer or their representing PR agency to use and test for the purposes of this review. This did not affect the outcome of this review.
RaeBeth McGee says
December 14, 2011 at 4:14 pmI’d take it everywhere. Especially when I went to visit my Mom. She lives about an hour away.
Marthalynn says
December 14, 2011 at 4:19 pmI’d take it with me when I’m running errands and shopping!
Kathleen V says
December 14, 2011 at 4:20 pmI would take it everywhere. I’m always drinking water.
Amy Rouse says
December 14, 2011 at 4:21 pmI’d take it with me while walking my puppy. In the interest of the environment, I am soooo anti-bottled water purchasing, this would be great!
denise says
December 14, 2011 at 4:57 pmkids’ sports and anywhere–seem to live out of the minivan sometimes
Annette says
December 14, 2011 at 9:21 pmI would take it when I run errands instead of stopping for a McDonald’s sweet tea.
DIANE GRUBBS says
December 15, 2011 at 9:36 ami would take it everywhere with me
Mary Beth Elderton says
December 15, 2011 at 11:21 amI would take this when travelling–it would be great to refill anywhere without worry!
Paula Lee says
December 15, 2011 at 11:21 amI would take it everywhere!
chelesa sims says
December 15, 2011 at 11:21 ami would take it wherever i go and it would be easier for me to drink water when it is next to me and i get thirsty alot.
Julie Lynn Bickham says
December 15, 2011 at 11:22 amI would take mine to the gym.
Sylvia White says
December 15, 2011 at 11:23 amI would take it on our next road trip
Michele Neuhouser says
December 15, 2011 at 11:27 amThis would be great to take to work
Jessica Compton says
December 15, 2011 at 11:28 amI’d have it with me out on the farm
kindra baron says
December 15, 2011 at 11:30 amEverywhere! Especially when outside playing with my kids or going on our walks
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JAVETA ACKER says
December 15, 2011 at 11:44 ami woud take it on walks,when i travel,and also use at home for when i workout.
sarah shult says
December 15, 2011 at 12:12 pmMy daughter would use this for dance class
tracy simms says
December 15, 2011 at 12:23 pmI would use this when I walk 4 blocks to the train in Houston, TX
Krystal Larson says
December 15, 2011 at 1:27 pmI drink water like crazy, especially with my long commute.
Andrea D. says
December 15, 2011 at 3:14 pmI would take the water bottle everywhere I go in a day (in my home and outside). I love to drink water.
Shena Deokoro says
December 15, 2011 at 3:50 pmThis is a great giveaway. Thanks!
Stacy Holland-Buboltz says
December 15, 2011 at 6:54 pmI would take this everywhere with me! I drink a TON of water!
Sherry S. says
December 15, 2011 at 9:46 pmI would take it everywhere with me.
Gayle J says
December 15, 2011 at 9:50 pmI like to have water with me at all times and would take it with me everywhere I went
Vivien Lee says
December 15, 2011 at 10:12 pmI would take it to work.
Rachel says
December 15, 2011 at 10:30 pmI would take it to work
Biku Toria says
December 15, 2011 at 10:40 pmI’d use it for bike rides.
kelly says
December 15, 2011 at 10:53 pmi would take it camping
deb c says
December 16, 2011 at 5:39 amI’d take it when we go camping and hiking.
stacy says
December 16, 2011 at 10:43 ami would love to get these for me and my 2 babies, they would save us so much money!
Ashley Morrow says
December 16, 2011 at 2:00 pmI would take it to the gym.
Angella says
December 16, 2011 at 2:51 pmI’d use this for work and to take on walks!
Debbie says
December 16, 2011 at 4:03 pmI’d take it with me everywhere 🙂
Karen says
December 16, 2011 at 4:14 pmThis is the kind of water bottle I like to use while working out at the Y or walking.
Thanks, Karen
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Michelle Plummer says
December 17, 2011 at 1:16 amEverywhere!
Emillie says
December 17, 2011 at 7:35 pmwork!
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susan says
December 17, 2011 at 8:12 pmThis would be perfect for trips to the park.
stephanie miller says
December 17, 2011 at 10:51 pmid like to have this to take with me when we go to cheer!!! the water there is expensive and i dont do tap!
Heather Bridson says
December 17, 2011 at 11:48 pmeverywhere.. would be great!!!
Allison Downes says
December 18, 2011 at 12:05 amI would take this when I go shopping!
Lori Thomas says
December 18, 2011 at 4:13 amI`d take it when shopping
JESSICA LEWIS says
December 18, 2011 at 10:47 amMy son would take this to basketball and football practice to keep hydrated!
JESSICA LEWIS says
December 18, 2011 at 10:49 amMy son would take this to basketball and football practice to keep hydrated! I would also use it on long commutes.
stephie says
December 19, 2011 at 12:54 pmEverywhere! LOL It would be nice to have for when we go anywhere so I can have water instead of having to buy a bottle or drink pop!
Meghan Page says
December 19, 2011 at 5:08 pmI would take it to school with me!
mar gavlik says
December 19, 2011 at 5:08 pmwould keep at school so that i drink enough during the day.
Not So Average Mama says
December 19, 2011 at 4:18 pmEVERYWHERE! I am thirsty ALL the time!
Holly L says
December 20, 2011 at 8:45 pmI would use it at work to replace the bottled water I drink there!
nickie says
December 20, 2011 at 11:24 pmI’d take it everywhere. Walks to the park, errands etc
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Bill says
December 21, 2011 at 10:40 aminteresting option
Amber says
December 21, 2011 at 2:44 pmI would take it shopping!
Amelia Joubert says
December 21, 2011 at 3:40 pmon the lake (jet ski)
Daniel Casto says
December 21, 2011 at 9:30 pmon road trips
Dree Getz says
December 22, 2011 at 12:39 amI would use it at home. I drink water all day.
Sherri Jackson says
December 22, 2011 at 12:51 amto the park when I walk
Joy F says
December 23, 2011 at 11:30 pmTo the gym. Thanks.
ferriz says
December 24, 2011 at 6:09 ami would take it hiking, to class, and disneyland!
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latanya says
December 24, 2011 at 3:44 pmto work
Daniel Casto says
December 24, 2011 at 4:00 pmat work
Toni Allen says
December 25, 2011 at 10:48 pmi would take this to work
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Diane Wortman says
December 26, 2011 at 7:18 pmI would take this with me while running errands.
Storm, the Psychotic Housewife says
December 26, 2011 at 9:02 pmI would take it everywhere, but of course – take it hiking!
erma H says
December 27, 2011 at 4:42 amI’d take it everywhere
April V. says
December 27, 2011 at 6:27 amI’d take it to work – so I could drink water on the drive in and the drive home and while at my desk.
Syndel Valle says
December 27, 2011 at 12:01 pmI would take this everywhere, mostly to my doctors check ups (I’m pregnant)
This is great, I’d love to win!!
katklaw777 says
December 27, 2011 at 12:06 pmI’d take it with me as I drive my kids to all their activities…thanks!
Nina McClain says
December 27, 2011 at 12:40 pmi would take it with me while i shop
jessica holybee says
December 27, 2011 at 3:22 pmi would take it to the gym !
Jennifer C says
December 27, 2011 at 3:34 pmI would take it to fitness class.
richelle bowers says
December 27, 2011 at 3:42 pmwhere wouldn’t i take it ??? LOl
Janna Johnson says
December 27, 2011 at 3:43 pmto the pool!
thanks for a great contest! Janna Johnson
Gina says
December 27, 2011 at 5:12 pmI would take it to my college classes.
cynthia says
December 27, 2011 at 5:28 pmI would use it on road trips
brian says
December 27, 2011 at 5:47 pmeverywhere
Angela H says
December 27, 2011 at 6:20 pmI would take it in the car with me when traveling or just going out to shop.
Angelina Hanson Woolf says
December 27, 2011 at 7:56 pmI’d take it to run errands – I always get thirsty while I’m out and about and I abhor having to buy a bottle of water. I have stainless steel and glass water bottles at home, but they get heavy in my purse.
jeanne conner says
December 27, 2011 at 8:49 pmThis will go to work with me..
Allison says
December 28, 2011 at 12:51 amI would take it everywhere because I love having water with me at all times, but mostly the gym.
Miranda Ward says
December 28, 2011 at 3:55 amHiking!!
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beth says
December 28, 2011 at 9:50 amI’d take it on vacation
Tiffany Hoyt says
December 28, 2011 at 12:27 pmI would use it at home, we have city water that has to be filtered to be able to drink.
Tammy Lynch Sigond says
December 28, 2011 at 12:42 pmeverywhere…to the gym, work, etc…
Marie Howard says
December 28, 2011 at 1:30 pmactually it would be for hubs to take to work 🙂
Tia says
December 28, 2011 at 3:03 pmI would take it to work.
Stacy M. says
December 28, 2011 at 3:35 pmI would take it everywhere. Especially to work.
shirley pebbles says
December 28, 2011 at 5:51 pmI would use it on my walks with my dogs.
Christina says
December 28, 2011 at 7:18 pmI would take it everywhere with me. I love water! But, my hub would prob fight me for it to keep in his “survival bag”.
Stase says
December 28, 2011 at 7:26 pmI would take it with me everywhere! I’m pregnant, so I am always needing water!
JD Northwest says
December 28, 2011 at 7:28 pmWe camp alot. Having clean water where ever we go would be great!
Gianna says
December 28, 2011 at 7:57 pmWhile running errands.
jean carlisle says
December 28, 2011 at 8:11 pmIt would be great for camping
Rita O'Neal says
December 28, 2011 at 8:19 pmI would mainly use it on a daily basis – so home. But if I go somewhere… then I would take it with me.
kathy d says
December 28, 2011 at 8:40 pmI would give it to one of my boys for school
Lisa L says
December 28, 2011 at 9:09 pmI would take it with me when I run errands
kathy pease says
December 28, 2011 at 9:35 pmi would give to my hubby to take to work
Breanne says
December 28, 2011 at 9:49 pmI’d give it to my mom to take to work.
Kevin W says
December 28, 2011 at 10:55 pmI’d use my bottle at work.
Jen Whitten says
December 28, 2011 at 11:02 pmTo work everyday and probably everywhere else too!
Brittney House says
December 28, 2011 at 11:17 pmI would love to use it at work.