well for the price it is not that bad .. have been using platypus hosers for quite a while - which are a pain to dry- this one seemed good value. yes it is easier to fill but still takes ages to dry unless you put in a fish tank air pump line in to dry out. is heavier than the platypus 2l also. but for the price mine did not leak ... still gave a plastic taste ... like a few still do. but if you are just starting out and want one at a good price you can not go far wrong . better still take a couple 0.5L plastic bottles like i do and keep the platypus for reserve if water will be a problem.
(Written by: adventureman)