I just want a water bottle which....

[MaggieFS]

... has a straw
... has some sort of flip up or lid which means the mouthpiece is covered when not in use
... has a carry handle
... about 750ml
... doesn't cost a fortune
... doesn't leak

There are so many. Why is this so hard? Bonus points if it goes in the dishwasher. And it's for me not DC so no mermaids or dinosaurs. I struggle enough to look presentable at work as it is.

I have this one which looks like it would suit your needs - amzn.eu/d/2wAtV0v

I got the £8 autopop one from Asda which meets all your requirements except a straw, but it looks like others from Contigo might have a straw.

https://groceries.asda.com/shelf/home-entertainment/kitchen/food-storage-solutions/bottles-flasks-travel-mugs/1215135760682-1215334114085-1215334114491-1215187058998?facets=product_brand%3AContigo

Thanks. But £28 for a water bottle!

And I should have said, no need for it to be insulated. Just a boring basic plastic bottle will do.

@Bjorkdidit Thanks. I definitely need a straw. I'm looking to replace a Contigo and it leaked which is why I haven't just bought another one, but it looks like it's now a different design so could be worth a try.

(I also have one of their mugs and think it's amazing, hence got the bottle which leaks 🙁)

My kids both have ION8 bottles. You can buy straws for them. They are by far the best bottles we’ve had. Easy to clean, take being thrown around by small children, and actually don’t leak. They have a small carry handle that folds out from the top.

Fair enough, I didn't pay that. I paid about $12 in the states last year. However, after now having it and using it for a year I'd say it's worth every penny.

Even using it in the Florida heat last year it stayed cold all day and the ice cubes didn't even melt.

@SnaccidentsHappen Thank you - definitely one to keep in mind then. DC are interested in insulated ones!

www.therange.co.uk/cooking-and-dining/kitchen-accessories/food-storage/lunch-boxes-and-bottles/bottles-and-flasks/nitro-rose-coral-stainless-steel-tumbler?position=8&s=91707#91707

I have this one. Never leaked!

https://amzn.eu/d/imCxRCm

Had this one for ages and it is great. Ticks all your boxes.

https://www.mountainwarehouse.com/eddy-750ml-water-bottle-p45792.aspx/charcoal/ Maybe? I think outdoor and sports shops are good for these things.

I got one that fulfilled all those criteria from Primark recently. Cost £8. There's a bung to close the straw hole if you're not using it. Keeps drinks hot for long time.

Sorry, misunderstood... the one I have is more of an insulated coffee cup/mug thing, but with astraw.

Straws and plastic best avoided.

Google Smash water bottles. Perfect!

I bought this one last year for DC1 which is very hard wearing and washes well.

I have a couple of Polar gear bottles which match your description
Polycarbonate which is dishwasher safe

Mine is almost identical to the smash one!

I like my SHO bottle. Mine had a screw lid but you can get a straw with a little carry handle thing. It is insulated but no leaks. Black Friday deals already.
shoreusable.com/products/the-sho-bottle?variant=47397516804404&a-id1=32287715557410&a-id2=45405812097332

SHO. I’ve had mine for a couple of years. Can buy replacement caps and straws. Keeps the drink cool. Lots of nice colours and patterns.

www.ion8.co.uk/products/ion8-leak-proof-cycling-water-bottle-bpa-free-light-purple-750ml-24oz

I have this it ticks all the boxes

www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/309832343 I have this as my gym bottle and it's great, think it fits all your criteria except it's 650ml but it doesn't leak. Super cheap also.

Thanks everyone! Definitely a few here to look at in more detail.

I’ve got the 8 quid Asda one mentioned upthread and I love it.

I have a ninja but it doesn’t have a straw, is insulated and is £30 so probably not what you are looking for. Having said that it’s bloody brilliant.

SHO Guzzler 👍