Safety

While glass and stainless steel are safe materials on their own, most water bottles still contain small plastic parts. These parts can shed dangerous microplastics and leach toxic chemicals like BPA. But are BPA-free bottles safe? Unfortunately, no. Options that claim to be BPA-free are often replaced with similar, maybe even more toxic chemicals.

The truth is no plastic is truly safe, however most bottle brands choose to hide it in their lids as a simple solution. That’s why at Pura Stainless, we set out to innovate the first and only line of 100% plastic-free water bottles and baby bottles for all ages, made entirely of stainless steel and silicone.

Durability

If you have kids or are constantly on-the-go, bottles that lack durability are a deal breaker. While glassware is ideal for in the home, it’s slippery and can easily drop and shatter. This risk makes them far too dangerous for kids. Even for the most careful adults, glass will need to be replaced more often, making it the less sustainable option.

Stainless steel, on the other hand, is totally shatter proof. It can be endlessly tossed in backpacks or dropped by your kiddos. While it can still dent, silicone sleeves and bumpers like our accessories prevent dents and keep stainless steel bottles looking newer longer. This durability makes it more cost effective in the long run as they will last much longer than any glass or plastic bottle.

Portability

A bottle’s main purpose is to make hydrating easy and convenient on the go. The best bottles are light enough that they can be carried along with you all day. While both glass and stainless steel can be heavy, glass bottles of a similar volume are typically the heavier of the two. So, for bigger bottles, glass becomes impractical fast.

In contrast, stainless steel bottles can be made with a single-walled construction that is lightweight and fully portable, like our non-insulated options. Plus, it’s lightweight enough for kids to hold smaller bottles in their hands, tip it, and drink without assistance or fear of drops.

Insulation

Whether it’s a hot summer day or a frigid winter morning, the best bottles allow you to control the temperature of your drinks. Glass sweats with any cool liquids and is too hot to touch with hot drinks. While you might opt for double-walled glass, it can be expensive, impractical, and easier to break.

Insulated stainless steel bottles handle these problems easily. They come in a thicker construction that is still shatterproof, relatively lightweight, and allows you the flexibility to keep liquids colder for longer. Our insulated bottles keep iced drinks cold for up to 24 hours! And, for hot drinks, simply use our universal lid to drink your coffee or tea on the go.

Washability

Luckily, when it comes to stainless steel vs glass water bottles, both materials are equally easy to wash! But, there’s a caveat. Glass bottles typically have a much smaller mouth, while stainless steel bottles are sturdy enough to support a wide mouth, like our Pura bottles. 

This makes them even easier to clean by hand with a bottle brush and more practical to use for juice or smoothies that might require a scrub to get clean. Plus, all the parts of our Pura bottles are fully disassembleable to scrub every edge, and they’re dishwasher safe without worry about breaks.

Stainless steel vs glass water bottles: the clear winner 

Glass can be a great choice for a cup carried from a kitchen to a dining room table. It’s easy, luxurious, and practical to use and wash. But, beyond your home, it’s anything but. When it comes to the perfect material for your water bottle, stainless steel is our clear winner, at home and on the go.

Whether you want to sip it on the couch, throw it in a backpack, pop it in the car, or take it on your next adventure, our stainless steel bottles were made for use in the comfort of your home and out in the world, wherever life takes you.

At Pura Stainless, our mission is to provide the safest, most sustainable nutrition and hydration solutions that don’t require sacrificing convenience or style. Our 100% plastic-free water bottles and baby bottles were made of only the safest materials for your family and the planet. Plus, Pura bottles have fully-interchangeable lids and sleeves to adapt for any age or stage of life.

Ready to purge the plastic and invest in a better bottle? Visit our website to shop now!