First thing I rather like the texture on this bottle, it is comfortable in my hand easy to grip. I like that the inside of the lid has minimal nooks and crannies to have to scrub and this helps to reduce risks of bacteria and ikcy stuff forming in the bottle. Easy to wash, because if something isn't at least top shelf dishwasher safe I won't bother keeping it. I don't even own a dish rack because my apartment is so small. I do use a straw cleaning brush tool on my reusable straws. I would maybe prefer the bottle to be a 16oz size, but this size is portable and light as I like to go walking and carry light.