A CLOSER LOOKDrinkware
Coffee to go, with a lid that actually closes.
Owala SmoothSip Slider without handle
Desert Smoke · no handle · 20 oz
Buyer feedback ↓This is the no-handle Owala SmoothSip Slider in Desert Smoke. The insulated stainless-steel cup holds hot or cold drinks, while the sliding lid closes the sip opening between drinks.
- 20 fl ozCapacityNo-handle stainless-steel cup≈ 1.7 × 12 fl oz cans
- 3.4 inL/WCheck your cup holder≈ 1.05× cup-holder width
- 8.13 inHWith the lid fitted≈ 2.4 bank-card lengths
Amazon US · Desert Smoke · no handle · 20 oz · Retailer link
THE QUICK TAKE
Is it right for you?
It makes sense if you want a comfortable coffee spout with a closable lid. Open the slider for a sip and close it before moving the mug. The handle-free shape is easy to carry from desk to car without an exposed drinking hole.
Skip it if you want the simplest possible cleanup. The slider and seals need attention, and the cup should be hand-washed. Opening the lid also takes a deliberate press-and-slide action; it is not a lid that opens just by gripping a side button.
01 / BUYING NOTES
Before you buy.
The curved edge is the drinking surface.
Drink through the opening at the edge of the lid. This is a sipping mug, not a straw bottle; the curved lip is intended to feel smooth against your mouth.
Give the slider parts a proper wash.
Hand-wash the cup and follow Owala’s lid-disassembly guide. Clean the seals and small parts separately, then put everything back securely before filling it again.
Owala no-handle SmoothSip Slider specifications and care ↗ · Pack Hacker review of the smaller Slider ↗ · OXO cleaning-set brush types ↗ · Exact Desert Smoke cup ↗
02 / AMAZON REVIEWS
The buyers’ view.
Owners reviewing other colors of the no-handle 20 oz cup report mixed insulation: some praise hot-coffee retention, while others want it hotter longer. Cold-drink reports also range from lasting ice to disappointing retention.
Buyers report no leaks with the slider closed, but operation draws mixed feedback: one finds it easy to use one-handed, while another struggles past the locking point and finds the flow too fast.
What buyers like
- Size1,860
- Cold retention1,109
- Leak resistance956
- Colors452
- ease of cleaning315
- travel-friendly240
Mixed feedback
- Durability372
- lid functionality265
The small numbers are review mentions. Topics and sentiment are from Amazon’s customer-review overview.
Amazon US · Checked . Ratings may include other colors and sizes.
View source ↗03 / REVIEWS & VIDEO
See it in use.
See how it works, then read the findings behind the buying advice.
The full-size SmoothSip Slider in hand
A quick view of the cup and lid; color may differ.
Watch on YouTube ↗
Three weeks with the Slider lid
Useful for the shared lid and cleaning process; it is not a thermal test of this larger cup.
Watch on YouTube ↗Video and written sources are labeled by creator and tested scope. Manufacturer demonstrations explain use; they are not independent tests. No in-house hands-on testing is claimed.
Read 2 written sources Product scope is labeled · key findings in bold
The reviewer found the shared sipping design comfortable and the closed lid resistant to leaks. The slider required a deliberate push, and cleaning meant keeping track of small parts. Their test used the smaller cup, so it does not establish this model’s heat retention.
Owala specifies a dishwasher-safe lid and a hand-washable cup. The leakproof claim applies with the slider fully closed, not while the sip opening is exposed.
04 / COMPARE
Different priorities.
Choose the tradeoff that fits how you will use it.
Swipe to see every alternative →
THIS GUIDEOwala SmoothSip SliderDesert Smoke · no handle |  ALTERNATIVEZojirushi SM-SA60Black · flip-top mug |  ALTERNATIVEContigo West LoopSake · AUTOSEAL lid | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amazon price | $23.99 | $34.99 | $27.26 |
| Best for | A curved sip opening with a sliding closure | A covered spout with a separate lid lock | Press-to-sip control |
| Design | Press down and slide to open | Flip-open top with locking switch | Side button opens the drinking path |
| Care / use | Hand-wash cup; separate lid parts | Disassemble the stopper for cleaning | Open the lid mechanism for cleaning |
| Consider | Small lid pieces to clean | Lid rises above the mug when open | Different button action and more lid parts |
| Explore | Read buying guide →Amazon source ↗ | View on Amazon ↗ | View on Amazon ↗ |
About these everyday comparisons
Approximate comparisons to familiar objects: a bank card’s 3.37-inch long edge, a Letter sheet’s 11-inch long edge, or a US nickel’s 21.21 mm diameter / 5 g weight. Water comparisons exclude the container’s weight. Capacity comparisons describe volume, not exterior size or how food fits. Reference pictures identify the object; use the labeled ratio for the comparison.
05 / PRICE HISTORY
The price over time.
Owala SmoothSip Slider without handle · Desert Smoke · no handle · 20 oz · Amazon US
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06 / RELATED FINDS
A useful extra.
For the way you plan to use it.
Reach the cup and lid crevices
OXO Water Bottle Cleaning Set
The bottle brush reaches the cup interior, while the small detail brush helps around the lid. Use a light touch and follow Owala’s instructions when removing seals.