Colapz 8l Premium 2-in-1 Collapsible Water Container, BPA Free Camping Liquid Carrier Handle Bucket with Portable Lid, Dispenser Tap and Versatile Portable Accessories, Camping Water Containers

This is a very useful water dispenser for camping. I filled it up on arrival at the camp site. The tap is spring loaded or can lock at the open position if tilted fully. So easy to dispense water. The best way to fill it up is with the lid pressed firmly on and unscrewing a cap in the lid. I like the window above the tap so you can see the amount of water remaining. Easy to empty and dry out at the end of your camping session. I found no water taste issues on my first use. The water was just as expected - fresh and perfect.

Now don't go thinking that this is any old water dispenser because you would be wrong. My dog thinks this is her personal drinks fountain, so much so we set it up on a stepping stool with her bowl underneath... We did manage to get crazy temperatures whilst camping in a tent with very little shade until 4pm so who can blame the dog for taking liberties. Yes... It's not cheap. You are correct. But the amount of times I have spent money on water dispensers of varying sizes, shape or style, we have never even managed a weekend camp trip without a leak or spillage. And then there was the drying out if it did survive by some chance and hoping it wouldn't be mildewy next time. Well, you have no worries with this as the lid comes right off enabling you to be able to physically dry it with a cloth. The handle is strong, the bucket seems weak at first but once filled up and the lid put on firmly it is very stable. The lid has a space on top to put the screw cap or dispenser part whichever you aren't using. The bucket material is weird but looks pretty hard wearing and folds down neatly into a little bag. The water in the bucket never seemed to warm which surprised me so I gave it lots of praise and admiration for being so much more than I expected. I also purchased the shower/watering can attachment pack which although I did not use I can think of many camping trips where these would have helped us out. Very neatly fit in bag so take up no room at all. Overall I would buy this again without any hesitation at all.

ProsVery good build quality and quality of materials.Nice coloursSturdy tapDraw-string case/bag, but do you need one?Just about the right size, any more and it would be hard to liftPerfect for reducing trips to the site tap when campingConsThe tap is too high up meaning that the first 2.5 litres of water is not usable. This means you have to tilt the container to release it. It's not a huge concern but they could have thought this through better.Very high price, but there is no other water container online which is:SturdyLets you fold it upEasy to wash.Others on the market have a tiny opening, break easily or are not even collapsibleThe lid is ill-fitting when flat but fits very well when full.The case is unnecessary and only increases set up time at the camp site. It's also a waste of materials if you choose not to use it.

Very pleased with this item to go with the collapsible freshwater bucket I got,👍

Easy to use and is brilliant for camping with. It fits perfectly in my bag on my bike

It's a nice idea. The lid relies on the silicone rubber seal and friction against the rim and as several others have mentioned it doesn't hold tight. I will add a bit of gaffa tape to hold it down when in use. It needs a positive closure to be more than 3 stars. The rest of the design is good and materials feel nice.

We already have collapz items which are great quality and therefore bought this for our caravan. It hasn’t been used yet, but it looks and feels quality.

I’ve been camping since I was a young nipper and at 46 I still love it so I can honestly say I’m no newbie and I do research my equipment. I thought I’d take a stab at this but even after a right good clean, a fair few scrubs and rinses it still leaves a nasty chemical taste to your water and for that reason I can only give it one star. If it wasn’t for that it’d make a great little product.