who designed bobble?

bobble is designed by the famed multi-award winning industrial designer Karim Rashid.

how much money can bobble save me?

bobble can be refilled at least 300 times before changing the filter. each bobble filter can save you hundreds of dollars versus single serve bottled water. the more single-serve bottled water you drink, the more you will save with bobble.

will bobble improve the taste of my tap water?

yes, bobble uses a carbon-based filter that removes chlorine and organic contaminants from municipal tap/potable water.

bobble's bottle should be hand-washed regularly in warm, soapy water & left to dry completely. regular washing limits bacterial growth. for best cleaning results, we recommend using bobble brush.

reuse

most convenience-size beverage bottles sold in the U.S. are made from PET, which the FDA has determined meets standards for food-contact. bobble is safe for reuse and prolonged use when used as intended. specifically, we do not recommend exposing bobble to high heat or freezing. like all repeat-use food containers, bobble should be cleaned regularly. bobble is intended to be used only with municipal tap water which delivers the additional benefit of aiding in the prevention of bacterial growth due to the presence of chlorine. we also recommend that if the bottle has been deformed, hazed or scratched it should be replaced. replacement bottles are available through bobble's customer service.

see also - plastics info

take care

hot water should not be run through filters during use (max. 85F/29C – min. 32F/0C). we do not recommend freezing bobble, but you can place your bobble in the refrigerator. avoid storing in direct sunight.

also see our filter facts

a single bobble filter equates to at least 300 bottles of filtered water, or about 40 gallons or 150 liters. therefore, with daily use, your bobble filter should last about 2 months. we also offer a reminder program that will send you an email after 2 months. to get started, create your account at bobble love.

recycle your bobble

bobble's bottle can be recycled through your local recycling processes, under designated recycle code 1.

expended bobble filters are recyclable and can be returned to bobble's recycling program, reducing the amount of waste involved. please return your used filters to: bobble recycling program, 4205 East Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC 28152.

for customers in the UK, please return your used filters to: bobble recycling program, Colvanbridge Limited, Unit 2/3/4, Riverside Business Park, Station Road, Earls Colne, Essex CO6 2ER.

replacement parts

we have bobble caps available for replacement at no charge. please contact us.

before drinking from bobble, fill it with water and gently squeeze a full bobble of water through the filter one time. this will remove any loose carbon. the activated carbon filter requires no maintenance thereafter.

on first use of bobble filters, carbon particles may appear in water, this will reduce with continued use. carbon is a natural substance that can be ingested.

bobble's filter should be opened by hand.

bobble filters use activated carbon, a proven, powerful chemical absorbent. as the water passes over the positively charged carbon surface of the filter, the negative ions of the contaminants are drawn to the surface of the carbon granules, where they remain.

bobble filters are super effective at taking out chlorine and organic contaminants from potable water. use bobble filters only with potable water - never use bobble filters where water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality.

the contaminants or other substances removed or reduced by bobble filters may not be in all user's water. maximum efficiency for filter may differ according to a region's municipal water supply.

bobble's filter is not designed to fit on any other bottles except bobble.

take care

bobble has not been tested for added mixes or flavorings. accordingly, we do not recommend using any liquid other than potable water with bobble.

fluoride

whether fluoride is naturally occurring in the water supply (well water often contains fluoride) or whether the fluoride is introduced in the public water supply intentionally (many cities do this), the fluoride will register the same amount before and after water passes through filter and only under special circumstances will a very slight reduction occur.

bobble jug's elegant simplicity masks a feat of engineering. for example, standard jugs are designed with a "second reservoir," effectively a waiting room for water that is separate from the primary chamber. the second reservoir drains slowly and typically needs to be filled more than once, yielding a frustrating lag time before the water is available to drink. bobble jug has no such handicap because the second reservoir has been eliminated.

bobble also made intelligent use of bobble jug's frame. the handle itself holds water, yielding a cleaner, less cluttered aesthetic with no loss of capacity.

bobble jug is free of BPA, Phthalates and PVC.

the filter basket, calendar ring and lid are dishwasher safe, top shelf recommended. the jug body is not dishwasher safe and should be hand washed only, in warm soapy water with soft cloth or a bobble brush. we recommend that you clean all parts regularly.

take care

hot water should not be run through filters during use (max. 85F/29C – min. 32F/0C). we do not recommend freezing the filter, but you can place bobble jug in the refrigerator.

also see our 'filter facts'

a single jug filter equates to at least 300 bottles of filtered water, about 26 gallons or 100 liters. therefore with daily use, your bobble jug filter should last about 2 months. we also offer a reminder program that will send you an email after 2 months. to get started, create your account at bobble love.

expended bobble jug filters are recyclable and can be returned to bobble's recycling program, reducing the amount of waste involved. please return your used filters to: bobble recycling program, 4205 East Dixon Blvd., Shelby, NC 28152

for customers in the UK, please return your used filters to: bobble recycling program, Colvanbridge Limited, Unit 2/3/4, Riverside Business Park, Station Road, Earls Colne, Essex CO6 2ER.

replacement parts

we have bobble jug plastic parts available for replacement at no charge. please contact us.

before using bobble jug, soak filter upright in cold water for 12 minutes. after soaking, we suggest running cold water through the filter for an additional 10 seconds to flush it completely. attach calendar ring to filter. rotate calendar indicator arrow to align with purchase month. insert filter into filter basket. screw down to secure filter in position.

on first use of bobble jug filters, carbon particles may appear in water, this will reduce with continued use. carbon is a natural substance that can be ingested.

bobble jug has an activated carbon filter which is super effective at reducing the unpleasant taste and odor of chlorine which may be found in regular municipal tap water.

take care

for best results we recommend changing your filter after 2 months or 26 gallons/100 liters. filter for use with bobble jug only.

WARNING: use bobble jug filters only with potable water. never use bobble jug filters where water is microbiologically unsafe or of unknown quality. maximum efficiency for filter may differ according to a region's municipal water supply.

bobble iced keeps any cold drink – water, juice, iced coffee – chill in its shapely 22oz/650mL frame. the unique, reusable straw doubles as a mixer. a no-slip band makes for easy carrying.

the 15oz/450mL bobble hot has a double-walled insulation that traps and circulates heat. hot drinks stay hot, for longer. the exterior remains cooler – eliminating the need for the ubiquitous cup sleeve. The quarter-turn lid is spill resistant.

we encourage everyone to bring their bobble hot or iced wherever the day takes them. together we can make disposable cups a thing of the past.

bobble hot and bobble iced are made from durable Tritan, and are free of BPA, Phthalates and PVC.

on first use, bobble hot and iced should be washed thoroughly. all parts are top-rack dishwasher safe with the exception of the bobbled iced straw. Hand-wash the straw in warm soapy water, leave to dry completely. regular washing limits bacterial growth. for best cleaning results, we recommend using bobble brush. do not freeze or microwave. always keep bobble hot and iced upright. make sure lids are screwed on completely before use, to prevent spills.

bobble hot and iced are safe for reuse and prolonged use when used as intended. like all repeat-use food containers, they should be cleaned regularly. we also recommend that if the bottle has been deformed, hazed or scratched it should be replaced. replacement bottles are available through bobble customer service.