Best kids insulated water bottles with straw lids

Top pick: Owala FreeSip Kids — triple-layer stainless insulation, a genuinely leak-proof lid, and a slim shape that fits school backpack pockets. The FreeSip spout lets kids sip or swig, and it's the easiest of these to trust in a lunch bag.

Who the others suit:

• Simple Modern Kids 14 oz — the value all-rounder: insulated, straw top, and a size that's easy for small hands.
• Thermos 18 oz Icon — best for bigger kids who drink a lot; Thermos lids are built to take a beating.
• Elemental Iconic 20 oz — the fun one, with a Pop-It handle kids fidget with; biggest capacity here.
• Hawsaiy 12 oz — a light, simple starter bottle for preschoolers.
• CamelBak Eddy+ Kids — great bite valve, but it can dribble if tipped, so it's not the one for a bag full of books.

Skip the plastic Zak and Contigo options if you want true insulation — they're not insulated.