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Nalgene

Nalgene Wide Mouth Canteen 48 oz

  • 48 oz (1.5 liters) capacity
  • Collapsible multilayer film, folds or rolls when empty
  • Wide mouth takes ice cubes and all major water filters
  • -20 to 220 degrees Fahrenheit temperature tolerance
  • BPA, BPS and phthalate free
  • Top rack dishwasher safe
  • Loop-top cap, listed as leakproof

Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A collapsible, wide mouth water carrier that rolls up small once empty and takes common filters. The flexible film body needs its gusseted base and a full load to stand upright.

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ASIN: B000BS0AQUCategory: Canteens & Water Containers

Overview

A gusseted bottom and a multilayer film body let the Nalgene Cantene stand upright when full yet fold or roll flat when empty. The wide mouth takes ice cubes, fits major water filters and closes with a loop-top cap.

Packing light is the reason to carry one: a big water reserve that shrinks to almost nothing on the way home. Being soft, it relies on its gusseted base to stand, and the listing gives no reliable empty weight.

Who it's for

Hikers, campers and travelers who filter water on the trail or need a spare reserve get a carrier that folds away between refills. Those who want a bottle with a fixed shape for daily desk use should look at a rigid design.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Folds or rolls flat when empty
  • Wide mouth accepts ice and filters
  • Gusseted base stands up when full
  • Loop-top cap for carrying
Cons
  • Empty weight not listed
  • Top rack only in the dishwasher
  • Soft body needs a full load to stand

Performance notes

Shape comes from the liquid inside, so the film walls stand firm when full and collapse as the bottle empties. Stiffness in the multilayer film lets it hold up instead of slumping, while the gusseted base spreads the load to stay upright. The wide opening makes filling from a filter or tap quick and lets a brush reach inside.

Specifications

BrandNalgene
Dimensions & fit
Item Dimensions W x H6.7 × 13 inches
Capacity & performance
Upper Temperature Rating220 °F
Construction & materials
Material TypeMultilayer Plastic Film
ColorClear
Material type freeBPA Free, BPS-Free, Phthalate-Free
Included components
Included ComponentsBottle
Other details
Container TypeCollapsible Bottle
Product Care InstructionsDishwasher Safe (top Rack)

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Nalgene Cantene 48 oz when full?

The listed dimensions are 6.69 inches wide by 12.99 inches high. Empty, it can be folded or rolled to pack smaller.

Will my water filter fit the Nalgene Cantene?

The wide mouth is listed as accommodating all major water filters. Specific filter models are not named, so check your filter's connection.

Is the Cantene a rigid Nalgene bottle?

No. It is a collapsible bottle made of multilayer film that folds or rolls when empty and stands on a gusseted bottom when full.