Customer Reviews

Sigg Lifestyle Loop Top Water Bottle (1.0-Liters, Love not Landfill)

5 star:		(121)
4 star:		(38)
3 star:		(8)
2 star:		(15)
1 star:		(35)

 

 

I received two metal bottles from I ordered from Amazon. A Sigg and a Kleen Kanteen (KK).

The Sigg is 1 liter and made out of aluminum. The diameter of the bottle (3.15") is slightly too big for my car's cup holder, but fits my fanny pack pockets. The outside has some cool purple paint (comes in different colors/designs). There's a coating on the inside to protect the water from the aluminum; this coating is proprietary, so they won't tell you what it is. It does say not to use the bottle for long term storage, which makes me nervous, as does the aluminum.

The KK is 27 Oz and made out of stainless steel. The diameter is too small for the car/fanny pack (rattles around), but fits nicely into a bike bottle cage. The 27 Oz is less than I prefer, but is probably OK for most purposes.

Both seem like high quality items, which they should be for $20 each. Both have loop top screw on caps (KK has other options too) with gasket seals. KK's top is made of stainless steel on the side that touches the water, whereas the Sigg has a plastic top (nylon?). The top on the Sigg has a fine thread, which can cross thread more easily. The size of the opening on the KK is larger, which I like. Both have a smooth edge that's easy to drink from. Both pass the turn upside down test (no leaks).

I rinsed both out with hot water several times, then put distilled water into each from my Waterwise distiller. The KK does impart a slight metallic taste, whereas I can't detect any added taste from the Sigg. I can also smell the metal from the KK. I don't know of any health problems from stainless steel, and in fact my distiller is made from stainless steel, so I'm not sure what to think about the added taste. It may be more of a smell than a taste from the KK, since when I pour water that has been in the KK overnight into a glass, there is very little taste difference.

If KK made a 1 liter bottle with the standard diameter (about 3 inches, like plastic bottles), deciding which to use would be a no brainer for me. With the different trade off's, I'm not sure which I'll end up using, but probably the KK; the aluminum and coating just seem like they have too many potential health problems over the long term. KK does make a larger 40 oz bottle, but the diameter is too big for me at 3.5 inches.

I've been lusting after an aluminum water bottle for quite some time, and finally got this SIGG. I am very pleased, so far. It comes to work with me every day. True to the descriptions, your water will taste neutral after being in this bottle. I have not tried storing any other liquid in it, however, and so cannot testify to its taste properties with juice or anything other than good old dihydrogen monoxide. I would recommend this bottle to anybody, however don't go bashing it around like you can with a Lexan bottle. Aluminum can dent fairly easily, but that's the price you pay for lightweight. SIGG Switzerland rocks!

I thought I had finally found the perfect water bottle. It was made of a non-leaching material, it came in a larger size than the average water bottle, and the design was stylish. Unfortunately, it has not lived up to my expectations. Be sure to screw the cap on VERY TIGHTLY or you will have water all over your gym bag or car seat. Also, keep a firm grip on it at all times since it can not handle a fall to the floor without sustaining considerable damage. I dropped the bottle once and it is now dented on the bottom. The impact made the bottom pop out so now it wobbles on my desk. This is not a cheap product so I expected more from it- especially since I have only owned it for about three weeks!

*****
This is an upscale designer water bottle, top of the line, and so much fun. The designs Of Sigg's water bottles are gorgeous, from the plain, solid color bottles, to the ones with intricate designs. They are simply beautiful! These bottles are the latest 2007 "Nature's Bouquet" designs!

I switched from regular plastic water bottles because of health concerns, thinking it would take more work to maintain. These do necessitate regular cleaning (I clean mine every day), but having something so beautiful to drink from makes the cleaning fun. Sort of like my rings, glasses, and watch, I now consider my Sigg personal water bottle a vital accessory, reminding me to drink more water, making a statement about my values, and expressing myself with a special design. Yes, all in a water bottle!

Sigg of Switzerland water bottles are very high quality, made of light aluminum on the outside, slightly insulated, and covered with a special powder coat on the inside that prevents any leaching whatsoever, unlike plastic and polycarbonate water bottles. They are light, durable, and perfect for any activity. Well water tastes spectacular in these bottles, just like from the tap.

Sigg bottles come with several different types of tops. I bought the screw top because I don't like sports tops, and I don't mind unscrewing the top when I want a drink. It is totally leakproof, which is important to me. The top is pretty and can be hooked onto a carabiner. I get comments on it all the time, "What's that? I love it!" The sports top version is ok; I just am not a fan, as I don't feel like I can get enough water from the little stream from the sports top. However, for convenience, you might prefer it. For children, there is a cap-type top. All are leak-proof. If you are ever unsatisfied with the top, you can buy a screw top separately to fit your Sigg bottle.

Sigg makes their personal water bottle in .6L and 1L in this style. I have both. I use the .6L for sports activities because they are smaller. When I won't have to carry the container, I like the larger bottle. Sigg also makes a smaller .3L bottle for children that is a perfect size for young people. You can buy Siggs in alternative sizes too, such as .75L, .4L (for kids), .6L, .5L. You can occasionally find this bottle in the 1.5L size, also. Search Amazon for the perfect size.

Pick a style and pattern you like, as this bottle is a personal accessory, and should reflect your style. The colors are vibrant and even prettier than they seem in the pictures on Amazon.

They are expensive, but they are so durable that you can plan on them lasting many years. I consider them both an accessory and an investment in my health, so they are well worth it value-wise for me.

Highly recommended.
*****

These are really wonderful bottles. Great for kids and adults. They are reusable, very durable and help keep cold drinks cold and warm drinks warm. Instead of those cheap plastic bottles that make your water taste like the bottle, these add no taste or odor, due to a special lining. You save money because you can refill them and they will last for years. Great for kids sports games-there are so many unique designs, no confusing them with teammate's drinks. Each member of our family has their own unique bottle. Great way to do your part for the environment by using less plastic and petroleum based products.

I hesitated before buying this water bottle because it's so much more expensive than others out there. But I do think that it's worth every penny.
1. water tastes clean
2. the bottle does not smell
3. water is kept surprisingly cold for a long time

Love my bottle, use it all the time; it is a really beautiful object. Bought the kids some too, don't know if that wil have turned out to be a good idea, still better than them drinking out of plastic.
Two caveats:
1) Not dishwasher safe and Hard to figure out how to clean (I just purchased Sigg's specially designed brush--hope it helps)
2) Not terribly scratch and dent-proof.

I used to buy a lot of single-serve bottled water and each week found that I had so much plastic bottles in my recycling bin. I have also used Nagalene bottles but found that they weren't much of an improvement from using plastic bottles. Determined to reduce that waste, I found this product.

The SIGG is reminiscent of those camping canteens but with a unique shape and modern design. If you have small hands, it's best that you purchase the kids' version (or the smaller bottle) because gripping this would not be comfortable (my palm-size is about 6.8"). Alternatively, you can carry the bottle via the cap. It's definitely water-tight (as long as you screw the cap on correctly) and I noticed that my drinks remain somewhat cold (as opposed to room temperature).

I rated it 4 stars because it can do with a number of 'improvements':
- the screw cap is made out of plastic: I haven't had a chance to research on whether it is made from recycled plastic but I thought I'd mention that to the "ultra-environmentalists" out there. Still, it's better than consuming water out of a "disposable" plastic bottle daily.
- Because of its design, it feels odd at first when you drink directly out of the spout because of the ridges/screw track. You get used to it, though. You can buy the 'sport cap' attachment but that to me is just a luxury and not necessity.
- A bit difficult to wash; I'm too cheap to purchase the separate cleaning solution so I use baking soda and water to clean the inside. If I fill it with something other than water, I suspect I'd have to get a baby bottle brush to scrub the inside.

Overall, it's a uniquely-shaped and great alternative to reusable Nagalene/Lexan/Plastic bottles. If you're wondering what I've done to my old Nagalene bottles, I use them as spare change holders around the house. ^_^

This is actually the first review I have ever left. I highly recommend this bottle. Water tastes very clean compared to plastic bottles. It makes a big difference! Every time I have taken it out, someone always seems to complement on how cute the design is as well. I'm very happy with this product.

My girlfriend bought me this bottle with the non-covered sport top less than a week ago. At first I liked it, it seemed high quality. I then saw she payed $25 and was a little surprised, but thought maybe it was worth the cost for something durable, healthier than plastic, and made in Switzerland.

First off, if you intend on doing anything active while drinking water, this is not a good bottle to use. I used it while on the treadmill and you have to nearly stop moving to seal your lips around the top to create enough suction since you can't squeeze the bottle. This was my first trip to the gym with the SIGG, and the second day I had owned it.

When I was getting in my car later that night, I'd say it had less than 5 ounces of water left so it was very light, and slipped out of my hand...maybe a 3 foot fall. The PLASTIC top (on the bottle that says "friends don't let friends drink from plastic") split in half. The top is useless now because you can no longer create a suction (it blows too much, ya dig?).

I took a look at the SIGG website. In FAQ it says if this happens, regardless of how long you've had it, there's really nothing they can do, BUT, replacement tops ARE available on their website. I found a top that had a plastic cover which might withstand a 3 foot fall a little better. The cap is 6.99 + 9.02(cheapest)shipping... to Seattle, not FIJI +1.44 tax=17.45 making this a $42 dollar water bottle...no thanks SIGGY. Maybe they throw in some lube to ease the pain, I wouldn't (and won't) know. I'll cut my losses and buy a Nalgene.