Looking for a replacement for your Hydro Flask widemouth straw lid? Why is it things that go together never seem to stay together, no matter how hard you try?
I always end up losing my socks when I do laundry (where do all the missing socks go?). You can wear mismatched socks, but some things just don’t work without their other half, like your water bottle.
Water bottles usually only come with one lid. Sometimes life happens, and you lose (or break) the lid. It’s a good thing companies sell extras!
If you want to replace your Hydro Flask Wide Mouth Straw Lid, or just want a backup, Hydro Flask sells replacement lids. If you’re looking for a cheaper alternative, however, we found a few straw lids from different companies that will fit Hydro Flask bottles.
Food (or Drink?) for Thought
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Ideal for school, work, outdoor recreation, and travel, straw lids are suitable for just about anyone. However, straw lids can require a little more effort to care for and use.
Water isn’t free-flowing from a straw lid. If you want to drink water faster, especially during physical activity and sports, a twist-on or chug lid may be better suited for you. Straw lids are great for sipping but can be a hindrance if you want water quickly.
Also, straw lids have nooks and crannies that need to be cleaned just like any other lid. The addition of a straw complicates cleaning, as tight, narrow spaces are nearly impossible to scrub without special brushes.
Cleaning straw lids properly prevents grime buildup and the growth of mold. If you know that you’re not going to clean your bottle and lid as often as you should, a straw lid might not be the best choice for you.
Twist-on lids are easier to clean than straw lids.
Hydro Flask Widemouth Straw Lid
Hydro Flask’s lid is meant to fit their Wide Mouth bottle line, including the 12oz, 16oz, 18oz, 32oz, 40oz, and 64oz sizes (355ml, 473ml, 532ml, 946ml, 1183ml, 1893ml).
The straw mouthpiece, a popular bottle lid design, is made of durable rubber to resist bite marks. An inner straw ensures a steady flow of water when you take a drink upright. To fit the inner straw into smaller bottles, Hydro Flask includes a cutting guide to trim the straw to the right length.
This lid is intended for Hydro Flask’s newer version of the Wide Mouth bottle line. Make sure to check out Hydro Flask’s lid fitting guide before purchasing this product. If you’re concerned, you could also check out their website or contact their customer service.
The lid’s carrying ring can be used to clip your Hydro Flask bottle to a bag, keeping it secured and ready for errands, hiking, or travel.
Whether you want to replace your Wide Mouth Straw Lid or just looking for a backup, this lid will be sure to meet your needs.
Pros
- Guaranteed to fit Hydro Flask widemouth bottles.
- Straw mouthpiece is bite-mark resistant.
- Purchase includes 2 inner straws.
Cons
- May not fit older HydroFlask bottles.
- Lid isn’t leak-proof, think of it as being leak-resistant instead.
Features and Benefits
Compatibility
Hydro Flask’s Wide Mouth Straw Lid is suitable for just about all their wide mouth bottles: it’ll fit your kid’s 12oz (355ml) bottle as well as the 40oz (1183ml) bottle you take to the office every day. This makes finding the right-sized lid an uncomplicated and worry-free process.
The great thing about buying a new lid directly from the bottle’s manufacturer is that it’s guaranteed to fit. Hydro Flask makes lids that will fit Hydro Flask bottles. Third-party lids may fit your bottle decently, but there’s no guarantee.
Carrying Ring
Hydro Flask’s straw lid has a small carrying ring, just wide enough to fit a finger. Though holding up a bottle with a single finger seems unhelpful, the lid ring is meant for clipping the bottle onto something. You can clip this lid to your backpack so it won’t fall out of your mesh bottle holder.
This is a fantastic feature since Hydro Flask bottles are expensive: you don’t want your bottle tumbling out and denting or scratching! Even if you’re using a cheap plastic bottle, dropping a water bottle is no fun. A carrying ring helps avoid these mishaps.
You’ll need a carabiner, paracord, or other product to clip your bottle to a bag since many bottles and bottle lids don’t include them with purchase.
BPA-Free Plastics
BPA, short for bisphenol A, is a chemical compound used in the production of plastics (clear and hard plastics in particular). It is one of the most commonly used compounds in plastics, widely found in water bottles, CDs/DVDs, and many other products made with hard plastic.
Because of BPA’s widespread use, many people have become concerned about its health effects. BPA is a xenoestrogen, which means it can mimic estrogen in the body. Hundreds of studies have been done on BPA, and the consensus is that the compound is safe for human health at low dosages.
Companies have taken notice of the BPA controversy, as well. Due to public concern over the use of BPA in various products, all of Hydro Flask’s lids and bottles are BPA-free. All the alternative lids we’ve reviewed are BPA-free as well.
Alternatives for Hydro Flask Widemouth Straw Lid
Straw Lid for Hydro Flask Wide Mouth Water Bottle by WaterFit
WaterFit’s lid is a little different since the straw mouthpiece itself is detachable. The silicone mouthpiece can be detached from the lid for easier cleaning with a brush.
If you don’t mind spending a tiny bit more, WaterFit will include a paracord with the lid. This is an excellent option if you don’t have any clips or ties to attach your bottle to your bag.
The lid’s handle is great for holding the bottle by hand or clipping it to your backpack (with or without the lid’s optional paracord purchase).
Pros
- Purchase includes a lid, cleaning brush, and 2 straws.
- Optional paracord accessory.
Cons
- Detachable mouthpiece may be easier to lose.
- Suction wears down over time, making this lid noisy and challenging to drink from.
Straw Lid for Hydro Flask Wide Mouth Water Bottle by Bestko
This lid’s design is simple, yet sturdy. Bestko’s flip-straw lid means you can open and drink from this bottle single-handedly.
The straw mouthpiece is hard plastic (Hydro Flask’s lid uses rubber). This means the mouthpiece could chip or sustain bite marks easier than softer material.
The adjustable carrying strap can be hung over your arm like a basket, which makes this bottle great to take on errands, long walks, or any other time when you don’t have a bag to carry your bottle. But it’s also suitable for clipping on to a bag too!
Bestko sells their compatible lids in single or double packs to better suit your preferences.
The purchase of a single lid includes a cleaning brush and 2 trimmable inner straws. Buying the twin pack means you’ll get 4 inner straws and an extra cleaning brush.
Pros
- Available in single or twin packs.
- Simple lid design means it’s easy to clean.
Cons
- Carrying handle is softer and easier to break.
- Mouthpiece is susceptible to bite marks.
Compatible Wide Mouth Straw Lid by The Mass
This water bottle lid from Mass claims to fit all Wide Mouth Hydro Flask bottles, as well as most brand-name sports bottles (check the fitting guide before purchasing).
Purchase includes 2 of everything: straw lids, inner straws (can be cut to required size), and even cleaning brushes.
Sometimes, the straw mouthpiece can be tough to clean, so cleaning brushes are a welcome addition to a lid.
Sadly, this lid doesn’t insulate, meaning your drinks won’t stay cold for as long as they typically would in an insulated water bottle.
This leak-proof lid also comes in 4 different colors to suit your tastes.
Pros
- Purchase includes 2 each of lids, straws, and cleaning brushes.
- Leak-proof.
- Available in 4 colors.
Cons
- There’s a chance this lid won’t fit your Hydro Flask.
- May be difficult to screw onto the bottle.
- Lid doesn’t insulate.
Conclusion
Losing or breaking things is inevitable, no matter how careful we usually are. Thankfully, replacing lost or broken parts of products is relatively easy these days. Hydro Flask makes this problem easy to solve.
Buying a Hydro Flask brand lid ensures it will fit your bottle. Though lids made by third parties exist, they might not fit your bottle perfectly, or their quality may be poor and inconsistent.
The alternative lids we reviewed were great products, and the fact that cleaning brushes are included with nearly every lid is much appreciated. However, these lids may not be 100% compatible with all Hydro Flask Wide Mouth bottles.
An authentic Hydro Flask product that will fit your bottle is exactly what you’ll get when buying directly from the company.