Thermos Funtainer Stainless Steel Water Bottle With Straw (12 ounces)




The Funtainer has earned its dominant position through straightforward execution: it's easy for young kids to open independently, it seals reliably, and it's genuinely simple to clean. The 18/8 stainless steel interior resists odor and mold better than plastic alternatives, and the vacuum insulation keeps drinks cold longer than a school day requires. The main honest caveat is cosmetic — the printed designs scratch and fade fast under real backpack conditions, so expect it to look well-worn within a few weeks. If you can live with that, this bottle delivers consistent performance at a price that's hard to argue with.
A good fit if you want a proven, low-drama stainless bottle for an elementary-age kid and you're not precious about how it looks after a month of school.
What parents say
"Perfect durable toddler waterbottle! When closed it doesn’t leak and so far no dents even though it gets tossed around quite a bit. Easy to clean and keeps his water cold all day! Our favorite daycare/everyday water bott..."
Must have!
"I got this water bottle for my 1 year old grandson whose father works in the construction industry. I take care of my grandson in the mornings while his parents work. This water bottle is exactly what I needed. It's sma..."
Leakproof and easy to clean!
"I researched metal toddler cups forever before deciding on this one and I’m so happy I went with Thermos. We have 2 of these cups for my 2-year-old and they’re great. They are super sturdy (my daughter has quite the arm ..."
Great, sturdy, easy to clean toddler cup
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- Material
- stainless
- Lid type
- straw
- Age range
- kids
- Price tier
- budget
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