SoftBottle™

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Platypus

SoftBottle™

$14.95
$14.95
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Color: Waves

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Platy's most flexible lightweight water bottle.
  • Highly packable: When empty, the SoftBottle easily flattens and rolls up compactly, saving space.
  • Smart design: Bottle narrows at the middle to make it easy to hold.
  • Versatile: Available with either a Closure Cap or a Push-Pull Cap; accepts any threaded Platypus lid or drink tube kit.
  • Pure Platy experience: Materials are taste-free, BPA-free, BPS-free, and phthalate-free.
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Description

For over 20 years, its simple, lightweight and flexible design have made the SoftBottle™ a classic. Still the lightest and most compact bottle we make, the SoftBottle is your source for easy hydration whether tooling around the city, traveling, or hitting the trail.

Tech Specs

Capacity:
34 fl. oz. (1.0 L)
Weight:
1.0 oz. (29 g)
Dimensions:
6 x 10 in (15 x 28 cm)
Materials:
Film: Nylon / Polyethylene; Spout: Polyethylene; Cap: Polypropylene
Country of Origin:
Made in USA
SKU:
11530, 09250, 11527

FAQs and Documents

Do any of your products contain BPA, BPS, phthalates, or use polycarbonate?

No. All Platypus hydration products are 100% BPA-, BPS- and phthalate-free, and do not use polycarbonate.

How do I clean my Platypus bottle?

Platypus bottles are dishwasher safe. When placing Platypus bottles in a dishwasher, make sure they are fully expanded for optimal cleaning. Note: not all bottles may fit in a dishwasher, especially sizes 2 L and greater.

You can also hand wash your bottle using warm or hot soapy water. Using our Reservoir Cleaning Kit helps access tough-to-reach places.

For deeper cleaning:

  1. 1. Per liter (1 L) of your bottle’s volume, add ¼ cup (60 mL) of baking soda to ¾ cup (180 mL) of water and shake for 30 seconds (e.g., for a 2 L bottle, use ½ cup (120 mL) of baking soda with 1 ½ cups (360 mL) of water).
  2. 2. Add ¼ cup (60 mL) lemon juice per liter (1 L), close and shake for 10 seconds, then vent by loosening the cap away from your face.
  3. 3. Reseal the bottle and repeat shaking and venting three times. Expel as much air as possible, cap the bottle, and soak for 20 minutes.
  4. 4. Dump the solution and rinse the bottle three times with hot water.

Caution: When adding lemon juice to baking soda, effervescence occurs and will cause pressure to build in a capped Platypus product.

How do I dry my Platypus bottle?

Platypus bottles can be dried by blowing a little air into them to inflate, then letting them stand upright and uncapped until the water evaporates.

Can I put beverages other than water in my Platypus bottle, reservoir, or storage product?

You can put a variety of beverages in your Platypus bottle, reservoir, or storage product. Just make sure you clean it thoroughly after each use to prevent bacteria from growing in it (including any hydration tubes or bite valves). Carbonated beverages are not recommended.

How do I disinfect my Platypus bottle?

To disinfect your Platypus bottle, fill it with a solution of unscented household bleach and water, using a concentration of 2-5 drops per liter of water. Close and swirl for 10 seconds. Leave filled overnight. Dump solution and rinse bottle three times with hot water, then air dry.For a more planet-friendly alternative, use a chlorine-free, hydrogen peroxide-based bleach alternative like Free and Clear™ available from Seventh Generation®.

Can I freeze my Platypus bottle?

Yes. Lay it half-full on its side in freezer with all air purged. Do not over-fill. Water expands as it freezes and this can burst your bottle

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We Believe in What We Build

At Platypus, we take pride in engineering the highest-quality outdoor gear available, and we stand behind everything we make. Platypus gear is built to be exceptionally durable and easily repaired. And we back it up with the best service in the industry, all to keep your gear performing for you—and out of landfills. Visit our Platypus warranty page for more info.

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Overall rating: 4.1904764 / 5 from 210 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The SoftBottle™ by Platypus is praised for its lightweight design and ease of packing, though opinions vary on its plastic stiffness, size suitability, and occasional leaks. Customers appreciate its durability and the fact that it doesn't take up much room, but some have noted a weak point and mixed feelings about the taste.

Summary topics

  • Plastic Flexibility (6%): Opinions vary on the plastic - some find it stiffer and less flexible, while others appreciate its durability.
  • Bottle Satisfaction (48%): A significant amount of customers expressed satisfaction with the soft bottles, praising their shape, durability, and lightweight design.
  • Packing Ease (5%): The feedback is varied, but the majority agree that the product is easy to pack and doesn't take up room.
  • Bottle Weight (5%): It was observed by customers that the collapsible bottle is the lightest they have ever used.
  • Water Taste (6%): Customers have mixed opinions about the taste of the Platypus water bottles, with some finding it lighter and less plastic-like than other brands.

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Review highlights

  • "I've been using the Platypus soft bottles for years and never had a leak or any other issue." — Neal
  • "My 'go to' bottle when water and weight are crucial." — Nuke
  • "They are great bottles and the company has always given me great service." — Everyday U.

Reviews

This was perfect for my

"This was perfect for my recent motorcycle trip. I loved gaining space as the bottle was emptied and it never leaked once, even with being stuffed, strapped and dropped."

— Scott W. (5/5)

2004 bottle still going strong!

"Back in the summer of 2004 I bought the original softplay bottle for 8 weeks of hiking and camping in Colorado, Utah and Wyoming. Just checking in to say after all those years it's still going strong and 100% leak free! My favorite bottle of all time. Even used it camping with the kids. Took it full of milk for morning cereal- they affectionately called it Platymilk. Thanks for the years!"

— Tristan (5/5)

Have relied on Platypus for

"Have relied on Platypus for years for hiking, lightweight and packable, no leaks. Love it."

— John P. (5/5)

Not durable enough for the back country use

"Took this out to Isle Royale to use it for the first time. I kept it in an outside side pocket for easy access while on the trail. At one point I set my pack down for a break and it tipped over, when I righted the pack my bottle was leaking and a large hole had been torn near the top. I tried fixing it in the field but nothing would stick: I tried gorilla tape, electrical tape, regular duck tape, and medical tape-nothing worked. Unfortunately it is not durable enough for me to recommend use in the back country unless you have a backup reservoir. Very disappointed that I didn’t even get to use it a full day. Cascade, please either make this plastic more abrasion resistant, or at least give us an option for a way to patch it."

— E C. (1/5)

It was great as a

"It was great as a supplement for my 12. 5m kayak ."

— David S. (5/5)

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"i love these things."

— Jacob L. (5/5)

All good heading to Moab

"All good heading to Moab for further testing!"

— Mark W. (5/5)

Love this softy, use it

"Love this softy, use it everyday at work. Much easier keeping this on me in the winter instead of a nalgene. Sadly it has already worn down on the center bottom crease and leaks to the point where i cant use it anymore. Still giving 5 stars but will be looking to have it replaced, and hopefully last more than a month."

— Quinton W. (5/5)

Great bottle. Works just as

"Great bottle. Works just as expected. I had (and lost) a platypus that was softer (more flexible, it didn't crinkle), that also had a built in handle! I sure wish they still made that one! It's the preferred design!"

— Ann D. (5/5)

Leaks, unlike the QuickDraw reservoir

"I've had several such bottles. Very satisfied with their compactness and lightweight, and no plastic taste even after a 24h storage. As reported in a former review of mine (and from other users), they are likely to leak, eiter at the bottom inner fold, or on the side of the upper part near the cap. Hence my suggestion: use the amazing and much more sturdy material of the QuickDraw Filter system for a future version of this bottle."

— Hervé (3/5)

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