Platypus Hoser Hydration Bladder

I've taken this out on several trips, stored in my osprey pack. So far, it's done the trick!

This bag split open along the side the first time I attempted to fill it. It appears that the seam wasn't properly bonded when manufactured.

I bought 2 of theses for a 2 day hike. Both worked well. no leaks, no problems. hose is a nice length, not too short not too long. No frills here, just a basic water sack, which is really all you need.

This bag leaks at the cap. Had a whole bag leak in my trunk getting all my gear wet. Pass on this one folks.

Connections are tight and there haven't been any leaks or annoyances. Seems very well-built.

The bladder is very durable. I stepped on my connector cap and broke it, but Platypus was very nice and sent me a new one.

I live in the desert and I'm super active. Not easy to keep up with hydration. I fill this every night and keep it by my head, because if I don't even have to sit up I will actually drink when I wake up thirsty. I also carry it every time I hike somewhere short just to catch up with hydration. Great when driving long bumpy dirt roads too....

Platypus makes great durable products and this is definitely one of them. I have been using mine for about 2 years now and have never had any issues with it.

I like it so far. Some times you feel like your sucking a tad too much air. But i have never owned another bladder so... Water tight seal so far, and I like it.

In the early days, the 2 liter Hoser had a flat bottom so you could conveniently set it on its base for filling (like the platy bottles have). This was a positive feature which reviewers liked. The newer version of the Hoser has the ridiculous new "floppy tab" bottom (I am guessing it is cheaper to make) and now they will not sit stably on the ground for filling. This is a massive design flaw, which I have brought to CD's attention in the past, but it's being ignored. They need to bring back a Hoser with a flat base (like the bottles), or I will have to switch brands. Too bad, because everything else on this product is good.

I'm a big fan of Platypus products (see my reviews of their GravityWorks water filtration/storage system, Platy SoftBottle water bottle and Shut Off Valve). I bought my Hoser in 2009 and went with the 3L version (3.8 oz) because it's nearly as light as the 2L and 1L versions (3.6 and 3.2 oz, respectively). For comparison, CamelBak's 3L Antidote Hydration Reservoir comes in at 7.0 oz. When I backpack, I try to limit water-weight and carry only 1L at a time. With the 3L Hoser, I have flexibility to carry more, if needed (i.e. if water sources are fewer and farther in between). I used a black Sharpie to add marks indicating when I've filled bladder to 1L or 2L (see pic). Otherwise, you need to add water to bladder and then cap and invert to see how much you've got!



I only carry water in my hydration bladders (no Gatorade or other energy mixes, etc.) and I clean and dry thoroughly immediately after each trip - so far, no "funk" problems for me. In my experience, Platypus products are very durable - mine take a beating and I've never had a leak. These bladders are highly recommended!

First, I love the design, no lid that is, at times, impossible to open...super light, and bite valve DOES NOT LEAK, which is the reason I changed brands of bladders. Second, I didn't clean it after first use, and did have some pretty serious stink and nasty taste to it. I then cleaned it, using only soap and water, and put it in the freezer to store it, then next time I used it...NO STINK!!

So take care of it properly, and it is a terrific hydration system, miles above the other leading brand...

I purchased the 2L and used it several time with 1 liter. Put 2L in it and 150 feet out of my car going into Congaree NP in started leaking. Unpacked my GG Crown VC60 and found that the lower corner of the hole that you hang it by had pulled apart. Had to hand carry it 6 miles to camp. Not sure if I'll try another, truly liked it.

does the job!

This bladder is simple, effective, and priced correctly. Its simplicity cuts ounces compared to other versions on the market. They don't last forever, but I've enjoyed using this product on all of my hikes.

I was aprehensive buying a Pltypus and bought this expecting it to break or leak after a short while. Lets be honest, they feel "cheap." I have used this many times and it has never done me wrong. Would highly recommend this for your backpacking bladder needs. Also, I like putting it upside down from what the picture shows so the cap is on top. It still works that way and runs less risk of leaking all over everything (only works for the 2L, not the 3L).

Awesome Bladder for the price.

I love this bladder! It is BPA free which is a plus. It is easy to use, easy to clean and very durable.

Let me start off by just saying there's nothing extraordinary about this hydration system. If I had to sum it up in 2 words it would be 'simple' and 'functional.' This is saying a lot. I am overall very satisfied with this system. It does what I expect it to do and it does it well.

As far as cleaning goes, it's not as hard as everyone makes it out to be. Use your brain. If you leave it with water in it and you don't clean it after every use, guess what.... it's going to suck. If you take care of your gear it will take care of you.

Final say:
I will buy this again when I need to replace.