'Indestructible' leak-proof water bottles plummet to £7 in last week before school starting

With school about to kick off, parents are scrambling to find affordable essentials to ensure kids have all they need for the autumn term without breaking the bank. A water bottle is up there as a must-have for kids of all ages.

But you don't have to splash out on Stanley cups (which retail for £50), as this durable and leak-proof water bottle, which The Mirror's Assistant Editor in Chief, Lizzie Smith, has hailed "the very best water bottle ever," is now up for grabs for £6.93 thanks to this Amazon sale.

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Lizzie Smith, Assistant Editor in Chief, says: "Forget mobile phones or social media, one of the biggest changes I see in today's childhood is a bit more basic - water bottles. Back in the 80s, if you got thirsty at school, the only solution was to queue up for the grotty water fountain, and try not to get soaked - or catch anything. In contrast, my kids, ages 6, 10 and 14, wouldn't dream of leaving the house without a bottle in hand, and over the years, I can't bear to think of the number we have purchased. The cupboard groans with dozens of hopefully purchased water bottles that barely lasted weeks before springing some sort of leak."

That is, until Lizzie discovered the Ion8 water bottle. She goes on to rave: "Last September, I found the water bottle of my dreams. Seemingly indestructible, leak-proof bottles from Ion8. All three of these (we have the steel versions) have now made it through an entire school year without a single soaked school bag. I can't recommend these highly enough, easy enough for the smallest of hands to open, in varied styles suitable for reception to teenage years, sturdy enough to survive being thrown down to be used as goal posts, and easy to clean with no plastic bits to go mouldy. I'd give them a ten out of ten."

Now reduced to a wallet-friendly £6.93, this Ion8 water bottle comes in a huge array of shades, with two styles available on Amazon. As noted by Lizzie, these bottles are designed to seamlessly match any backpack or lunch box, no matter your kid's age or gender—there's something for everyone.

Touted as leak-proof and convenient, this bottle ensures smooth-flow hydration without spills or leaks in your school bag. The hygienic flip-top opens easily with one hand, making it perfect for sports or travel use, and can be seamlessly opened by kids of all ages.

Equipped with a full-flip lid that sits completely back, this bottle delivers hassle-free drinking or cleaning without any need for fiddling with plastic bits. The wide opening also allows quick refills, rinses, or adding ice on warm days, so it can comfortably be topped up throughout the school day.

This dishwasher-safe bottle is food-safe, odour-resistant, and easy to clean. It keeps drinks fresh, clean, and full of natural flavour, ensuring parents can have the bottle cleaned and ready for use by the following morning. Though with prices falling this low, it's an affordable and practical choice to pick up a couple before this sale ends, so you or your children always have a clean, spare one ready to use.

It's not just Lizzie who loves these bottles. Boasting over 36k reviews on Amazon, with a resounding 71% bestowing 5 out of 5 stars, shoppers can't stop singing this Ion8 bottle's praises.

One shopper shares: "Brilliant..use it at work it doesn't leak..pop it in the dishwasher once a week and comes out completely clean..even my lipstick stains come off! Looks good as well."

Another buyer beams: "This bottle ticks all my boxes. Love the colour of this one. The 500ml is perfect for me not too large as most are 850 or 1ltr. It does NOT have a straw which is great as cleaning it is a faff. It is a slimmer sized bottle than most so it's easier for me to hold and very bag friendly. It fits in that viral uniqlo bag just fine too."

They do go on to add: "I do wish the spout to drink from was wider but not an issue. So far so good has not leaked on me. To open it could be a bit more ergonomic but it does work and you can open with one hand which is good too just a little resistance. But overall very pleased and happy with this bottle. Believe it or not I was searching high and low for a functional water bottle for my needs."

They edit this review after a few weeks of consistent use, sharing: "Update - I've now had this bottle for about 4 months. And I have never drank so much water consistently on a daily basis. I use it everyday. It fits perfectly in my bag, so easy to refill and to wash. It's easier for me to hold as I have smaller hands. Think I will be getting a back up bottle soon too! Best purchase!"

For another affordable water bottle that's worth considering is this Aluminium Fitness Water Bottle 750 ml from Decathlon, which is currently retailing for £9.99 and comes in a range of hues to choose from.

If you fancy scoring the viral Stanley Cup Quencher style without spending £50, you can find this PureFlow 40oz/1200ml Tumbler on Amazon for £11.99.