Are Takeya Bottles Good?

Takeya Actives (32oz)

Takeya Actives

Highlights: Great lid, bottle boot included

What you'll learn:

Why is Takeya popular?
What makes Takeya good?
What is not good about Takeya?
How good is Takeya's insulation?
How durable are Takeya bottles?
Are Takeya bottles dishwasher safe?
Do Takeya bottles fit in cupholders?
What are alternatives to Takeya?

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Takeya Review

Overview

When Hydro Flask began gaining traction, Takeya emerged as one of the better alternatives on the market. The main draw has always been the lid design, which includes a covered spout to keep it clean and a good handle that is there when you need it but rotates out of the way.

While Takeya never reached the viral heights of Hydro Flask and later Stanley or Owala, they've always had a solid, reliable bottle that is good at almost everything. And it's often at a more affordable price point than its premium competitors.

If you want a a great spout bottle and aren't concerned with having the most popular bottle, it's hard to go wrong with Takeya.

If you go with Takeya, we recommend picking their Actives series over Originals because it includes a bottle boot and an insulated lid.

Why Buy?

Good Handle: It's comfy and fairly wide, and it also rotates out of the way when you don't need it so it's not cumbersome.
Connected Spout Cap: The spout cap screws onto the spout, keeping it clean when you're not sipping.
Easier Cleaning: By including pull tabs on the seals, Takeya makes their lids much easier to deep clean.
Accessories Included: Each Actives series bottle comes with a bottle boot and an insulated lid. While the insulated lid didn't help as much as we'd have liked, it still was an improvement over the original lid.

Why Avoid?

Handle Rotates: While a rotating handle is good to make the bottle less cumbersome, some people prefer fixed handles because it's easier to keep the bottle under control (for example, hinged handles may cause the bottle to bump into your car more when your hands are full and you're trying to open)
Durability: The handle is made of relatively thin plastic and rotates on a small hinge. If you drop the bottle, this is the most likely place it would break.

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Takeya FAQs

Are Takeya bottles dishwasher safe? | Yes, Takeya bottles are dishwasher safe (lids on top rack).
Are Takeya bottles safe? | Everything we have seen indicates that Takeya's bottles are safe, or at least just as safe as other comparable bottles on the market.
Are Takeya bottles worth it? | Takeya Actives bottles are excellent all-around bottles at a relatively affordable price. If you're looking for an everyday-hydration bottle, this is a great option.
Are Takeya bottles easy to clean? | Yes, Takeya bottles are easier to clean than many similar bottles because they include pull tabs on the seals, which makes them easier to remove for deep cleaning. A brush kit is still recommended to clean the bottle though.
Are Takeya bottles BPA-free? | Yes, Steepware indicates their bottles are made with BPA-free materials.bottles are made with BPA-free materials.
Do Takeya bottles contain lead? | Yes, according to this article by Lead-Safe Mama. The lead is used in the solder to seal the vacuum insulation. This type of seal is fairly standard across this industry outside of a few notable exceptions like Owala and Hydro Flask. However, there is an extremely small probablility that you would ever have an issue with lead unless your bottle was severely damaged, and in that case you would likely need a new bottle anyways because the insulation is probably lost and the bottle would be very dented and wobbly.
Do Takeya bottles fit in cupholders? | No, the 32oz Takeya will not fit in most cupholders. Consider buying an adapter like our BottlePro Max.

How Do You Clean a Takeya?

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For now, check out our general cleaning guide for large stainless steel bottles.

Sip or Skip Stat Sheet

Our Sip or Skip stat sheets combine all the information above in one easy-to-use format to make comparing bottles easier.

Takeya Actives Stat Sheet

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Takeya Actives (32oz)

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Popular Alternatives

Before you buy, it may be worth looking at these other options.

Hydro Flask

Hydro Flask (32oz)

Hydro Flask and Takeya are very similar apart from the lids, so it's helpful to consider both before buying.

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Hydro Flask Trail

Hydro Flask Trail Series (32oz)

Lighter and with a comfy, wide handle, this is one of the best insulated bottles for hiking.

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Owala

Owala FreeSip (32oz)

Owala has caught people's attention with an innovative lid and fun color combos, and they're also lead-free.

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Recommended Accessories

Bottle Brush Kit

Great for your regular cleaning every 2-4 days.

This kit includes a large brush to clean in the bottle, a detailing brush to clean the threads and lid, a straw cleaner, and hangers so you can stay organized.

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Cleaning Tablets

Recommended to use these once per month.

In additional to regular weekly cleaning, deep-cleaning your bottle once per month is usually a good idea to prevent germs and buildup, especially around seals.

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Cup Holder Adapter

Usually needed for bottles over 3" diameter.

Our BottlePro Max has a twist-to-expand base, removable centralizing tabs, and a grip pad to help keep your bottle secure and by your side.

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And Just for Fun (and Better Tasting Water)

Fruit Infuser

As a bonus, check out our FlavorFuze Pod drop-in fruit infuser to make your water fun! Skip the soda or flavor pods with artificial sweeteners (like Cirkul) and add healthy flavors with natural fruit each day. The pod is easy to remove when you're done thanks to a big handle on top, making for a healthy mid-day snack.

It comes with two lids. One is a splash-guard style lid that fits in wide mouth Hydro Flasks, and the other is a drop-in style lid that fits in nearly all wide mouth bottles (including Owala FreeSips, YETI Ramblers, Stanley Quenchers, Hydro Flasks, and many more).

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