Editorial policy

Our standards

Everything we publish aims to be accurate, useful and fair. We write for people who want to make a good buying decision, not for brands and not for search engines.

Where our information comes from

• Official specifications. Sizes, materials, insulation ratings, lid types and drink-safety guidance come from Owala’s own published product information.
• Owner feedback. We look for patterns in verified owner reviews, such as recurring leak reports, cleaning difficulties or durability issues, and ignore one-off complaints and obvious spam.
• Retail listings. Prices are checked against major US retailers and shown as approximate ranges, because prices change often.

What we don’t do

• We don’t claim to have tested products we haven’t tested. Our current guides are research-based, and we say so.
• We don’t invent ratings, test results, quotes or expert opinions.
• We don’t accept payment from brands in exchange for recommendations or better placement.
• We don’t hide weaknesses. Every model page lists what to know before buying, not just the good parts.

Independence from affiliate income

We earn commissions through affiliate links, as explained in our affiliate disclosure. Commission rates do not affect which products we recommend or how we rank them. When a cheaper model suits a use better, we recommend the cheaper model.

Updates

Owala releases new models, sizes and colors regularly. We review our guides every few months and whenever a significant change happens, such as a new model or a change to a product’s features. Each page shows the date it was last updated.

Corrections

If we get something wrong, we fix it. If you notice an error, please tell us through our contact page. We review every correction request and update the page if the information is inaccurate.