Our Review of Klean Kanteen's TKWide Chug - Is It Good?

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Klean Kanteen's Best Bottle?

​Klean Kanteen quickly became one of the leading bottle brands when it burst onto the scene with its stainless-steel bottles in 2004.  But more recently, other brands have caught up with, and in some cases overtaken, Klean Kanteen’s market share by introducing stylish bottles with dual wall insulation.  In late 2020, Klean Kanteen finally released an insulated bottle called the TKWide series.

So was the TKWide bottle worth the wait?  We purchased a 32-ounce TKWide with a chug cap to find out.  We’ll let you know our thoughts and what you can expect if you buy one for yourself.

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Price

​Starting with the price, the TKWide bottles are on the expensive end of the spectrum.  You can expect to pay around the same amount as you would for a Hydro Flask for the same size bottle.

See Klean Kanteen's Listing

See Hydro Flask's Listing

If you’re looking for a less expensive option, consider a brand like Iron Flask (currently around $25 for a 32oz).

See Iron Flask's Listing

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Insulation

​We’re fans of insulated bottles in general, so that’s a big plus.  We’ll be testing the TKWide’s insulation in a future video to compare it against bottles like Hydro Flasks and YETIs, but we expect the insulation is good for most daily activities.

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Style

​Once we had the bottle in front of us, the first thing we noticed was the style.  This might be the coolest-looking bottle we’ve ever tested.  The main feature and focal point that really helps this bottle stand out from other similar ones is the stainless-steel carrying handle.  It gives a much different look than other bottles like Hydro Flasks, and we really like it, though we acknowledge to some degree this is just a personal preference.  Other handles like Takeya’s chug cap have a hinged plastic handle, and while this offers some benefits because the handle can flip up or down, the plastic just feels cheaper.  The TK Wide’s stainless-steel handle is very durable, and it helps achieve the feel of a premium bottle.

Every other part of the bottle also looks great, including the spout cap and the stainless-steel base.

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Size and Weight

​The other thing we noticed right away is the size.  This bottle is huge for a 32-ounce.  It’s because of the Impact Base Cap adding another inch or so to the height.  The bottle is also heavier than other 32-ounce bottles.  A 32-ounce TKWide is a full 5 ounces heavier than a 32-ounce Hydro Flask, or about 32%.  This isn’t a big deal most of the time, but it’s something to keep in mind if you’re going hiking or on a long walk with your bottle.

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Spout Cap

​The spout cap is connected to the cap base with a flexible tether.  Even better, the material feels like a silicone or flexible elastomer that should hold up really well over time compared to hard plastic tethers found on some other bottles.

Another cool feature is that you can snap the spout cap onto the stainless-steel handle to keep it out of the way.

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Spout

​The spout itself is a good size.  It lets you chug a good amount of water, but it’s not so large that it’s difficult to drink from.  The spout is made of a flexible material, probably silicone.  This is a small detail you probably wouldn’t even notice until you have the bottle in person.  It’s honestly not that big of a difference-maker to us, but we think it helps the bottle stand out from competitors and feel a little more premium.

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Inside

​When you take off the cap and look inside, you’ll find the comically large instruction booklet translated into 8 languages.  There’s also a thank you note that reviews all the social programs and environmental commitments that Klean Kanteen is involved with, so if you’re into supporting environmentally-focused causes and companies then you’ll probably feel pretty good about your purchase.

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Threads

​The threads on the bottle are internal and formed from bumps in the stainless steel rim, and while it looks interesting, we find that this makes the cap a little more difficult to align compared to traditional threads.

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Plastic

The inside of the bottle is made is food-grade stainless steel.  But if you’re looking for a bottle where water never touches the plastic, then please be aware that the TKWide Chug Cap has exposed plastic on the underside of the cap.

For a completely plastic-free option, consider getting a 40-ounce non-insulated Klean Kanteen with the classic wide loop cap.  Please note that this cap only fits Klean Kanteen’s wide mouth bottles with external threads, which does not include TKWides.

See Klean Kanteen's Classic 40oz Listing

See Klean Kanteen's Wide Loop (Cap Only) Listing

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Our Conclusion

In conclusion, we really like Klean Kanteen’s TKWide bottle.  It looks fantastic, is very durable, and has a premium feel that’s hard to describe.  The minor issues like the weight and how the internal threads are more difficult to align than standard threads can be overlooked for the most part, though if you’re going on a long walk or hike, we recommend bringing a lighter bottle.

So overall, this is a great go-to bottle that will help you stay hydrated throughout the day.

Do you agree with our conclusion?  Let us know!

See Klean Kanteen's TKWide Chug Listing

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