Camelbak Quick Grip Podium Chill vs Thermos Intak

You don't have to worry about getting wet with this bottle, since it has a valve that keeps water from leaking out even when being swung around (as you swing your hands when running). To take a sip, just squeeze the bottle and the valve opens to let water pass through. For times when you are not using it, you can turn the valve to a locked position to be absolutely sure it won't leak in case it tips over or when you're holding it in your bag.

The Camelbak Quick Grip is lightweight, and holds more water than other handheld bottles, which makes for a good balance between the amount of weight you need to carry and the amount of water you can take with you in a single bottle. Many cheaper handheld bottles are also smaller, so you'd have to refill them more often, or plant water bottles along your route thereby interrupting your run more often.

This insulated bottle will keep your drink cool (or cold, if you add ice cubes) on a very hot day for about 3 hours, which is much longer than any non insulated bottle.

The strap that goes under your palm is padded for extra comfort, and the strap that goes over your palm is adjustable. This makes the bottle cling to your hand, instead of your hand having to cling to the bottle, thus avoiding cramps.

The Camelback Quick Grip has a screw top, which is covered with a rubbery material, so you can easily open it even if your hands are sweaty.

The lid on the Thermos Intak is easy to operate- it pops open at the push of a button. The mouthpiece has rounded edges and is just wide enough to make it easy to drink from it without huge gulps or suction sounds. The ergonomic shape of the bottle along with the grip makes it easy to lift up and carry. The simple construction of the lid means you would be able to drink other drinks as well, for example juice or ice coffee, without the risk of clogging up the inner mechanism.

There is a silicone pad on the inside of the lid just over the mouthpiece, which seals it securely when you close the lid. It fits very snugly over the opening and does not leak even when held upside-down, or on its side. However, you do have to remember to close the lid for it to work.

The straightforward design of the lid makes it very easy to clean both the bottle and the lid by hand, or in the dishwasher. Some water bottles have an intricate mechanism for drinking, with a lot of small, hard to reach spots, but the Thermos Intak keeps it simple.

This bottle has a rotating meter on the lid to help keep track of how many bottles you've emptied, and also an indicator of how much water is left in the bottle. This helps some people drink more water, as it can give a sense of achievement.