20 Best Hydration Belt For Running (2023 Updated)

Rarely leave home without it with warmer temperatures. Wasn’t sold on the concept prior to running with it especially when the design is for it to be worn facing front. Works great, stays in place. Would have gone with the smaller size though I think as was right between based on sizing chart and unsure where to measure on hips.

I am happy to have switched to one water bottle from the two side ones, but I couldn’t get the band placement to stay put without it feeling too tight or bouncing. I think I prefer styles with a stretchy band with some grip.

I bought this for marathon training, so someone walking might have a different experience. The quality is good.

Super impressive running hydration belt! I’m training for my first marathon and hating it every step of the way. I’ve been using a Camelbak, which is a multistep time consuming process to refill the stupid thing with water.

The other belt I have holds one bottle. I had the idea that I want 2 bottles in case I want water in one, and the other for a energy tab to dissolve in water. If I just go with the energy drink, I don’t drink nearly enough water because it tastes gross, and then I get dehydrated.

So I searched a running store and Nike for a dual hydration belt. They were either $60 or out of stock. So I tried Walmart, since I saw they also had energy jelly beans, and these pickle pops with electrolytes.

I tried on this belt, and bought it to wear on my 15 mile run last weekend. It did a wonderful job! It has a slight bounce when the bottles are full, I think because I just need to figure out how to tighten it a bit more.

Apparently I need it tighter than it naturally allows, which is strange since I’m like 20 lbs over weight. I just need to play with it more, and I think it’s going to be the winning belt going with me for my very first (and last!) marathon! It’s a steal at $17 too!.

This fuel belt is exactly would I had before. Living in humid weather, the Velcro loses its stickiness after a year. I like the 2 zippered ample size pockets but one of the zippers broke after almost 2 years.

Again I believe the humidity and living close to the ocean contributed to the breakdown of the zippered and Velcro pockets. The water bottles stay in place. Water caps must be securely tighten to prevent leakage.

I’m a long-time user of Fuelbelt hydration belts. Every couple of years I have to buy a new one because the elastic stretches out of shape after continued use. When I purchased the Fuelbelt on this purchase, I saw the picture on-line of the product that I wanted however when it arrived in the mail, it was a different model.

I can only assume that the model that I received was a newer replacement model. The model I got is satisfactory and it’s not worth returning it. The only problem that I have is that I received something different from what I ordered/.

An awesome belt for any runner! The bottles have not leaked and are easily removed and replaced when running! The front Velcro pockets are perfect size for a GU and I put a whole package of my honey Stingers in each of the zipper pockets with room left over for my keys! This belt adjusts easily and “rides” well.

Belt itself has a little stretch to it, surprised me how well it fit! Also next day shipping was amazing!.

The bottles are very nice and click in securely. Absolutely no bounce when running, in fact you don’t even know it’s there. I do wish the zipper pouch was a little bigger. It’s a good size to hold two GU gels, but too small to hold anything else.

My iPhone won’t even fit in the pouch. It’s probably best for 10-15 mile runs, but wouldn’t venture any longer due to the size of the water bottles and small food pouch.

Nice option for longer runs. The pocket is a bit small for the newer smart phones. I reaally like the valve on the camelbak bottles. Its a shame that they aren’t making these smaller bottles anymore.

Pouch is tiny- does not fit most phones- barely fits my iPhone SE – and can’t fit anything else if phone is in there. Other than that- good! Water bottles good, belt good, but pouch/pocket too small

This is the waist belt that I want since long time a go. With three bottle it can take you run for half marathon distance. The bottle will never jump out how fast you run because the grips so firm. It won’t shaking during your run.

Very satisfied to by this camelbak.

Excellent product easy to release bottle and easy to put it back while running. Belt it self doesn’t interfere with running. I bought it without trying, but no regret excellent product for runners.

I was skeptical when i bought this that it would actually hold what i wanted it to hold, and still be comfortable while running. Im happy to say that it exceeds expectations in both categories! What did I want it to hold? Good question! I actually got this as a solution to carrying dog stuff (collapsible bowl, 500ml softflask, snack bag of dog treats, a few shitbags and hand sanitizer, gu/energy chews, my phone, headphone case, and keys) and it works like gangbusters to keep things all together and organized in the 4 total pockets.

I typically dont fill the flask all the way as it fits better about 3/4, and doesn’t put pressure on the bite valve preventing leaking. With it all loaded and situated where it needs to be it really keeps things in place and with the flask in it does have some bounce, but ultimately less than another UD belt ive had.

For runs where I dont need the flask in it it pretty much doesnt bounce at all, and again less than an different belt ive used from them. Little loops above the pockets make them easy to find and pull open to get at whatever you need.

Ive also used them to clip the dog bowl or a pair of gloves to. Havent used the elastic straps for trekking poles yet but its a nice place to loop a layer through if you need to drop a layer. Can be worn under or over clothing, i wear it under and havent had any issues chafing wearing it next to skin.

Easy machine wash too! Overall really pleased with this, had it out for up to 12 miles fully loaded (w/flask) and think its a great vest alternative for cooler weather or shorter runs.

Brilliantly conceived, designed, and executed! So far I’ve used it only for a phone (in the back pocket), key fob (right side pocket), and mask (front pocket). To my astonishment (in a good way), my phone (3 1/8 x 6 3/8) was entirely unobtrusive, so much that I had to keep reassuring myself it really was there.

And ditto for the key fob. Carrying a whole bunch of gels and bars would be easy. And a 500ml soft flask should be fine in the front pocket too. And for the belt itself. Overall, this is kind of like the running version of a skimo race top, as you can carry an amazing amount of items without having to wear a backpack or real hip belt.

Only drawback (and marginally so) is that access and reinsertion of various items can be a bit fumbly, given that you have to reach under your shirt (if not tucked in) and then within the belts layers (instead of between the belt and your shorts, whoops).

Also makes you (or at least, me) feel fat since putting it on initially and positioning it correctly squeezes out every inch/ounce (or cm/g) of belly fat, plus the sizing chart although accurate will bump you up at least one size from what you typically take.

I’m very impressed with this belt. Excellent material and build quality, it does everything it’s designed to do, easily carrying my phone and wallet and keys. I prefer to hide it under another layer of garment rather than showing it, and that works out fine.

Highly recommended. Furthermore I have to say I am completely satisfied with the awesome people behind Glimmer Gear, from their usable website to their prompt preparation and delivery. If only every online company performed like they do to meet and exceed customers’ expectations.

They are a team of winners, simply world class.

This pack works really well for short hikes/trail runs. It fits comfortably thanks to the curve in the water bottle. The pocket easily holds my iPhone 13 Mini, driver’s license, and car key fob. It can also fit my PowerBeats Pro case.

I wish there were a credit card slot in the pocket, just to reduce the chances that my license will fall out should I need to access my phone during a hike, but that’s a minor quibble.

I bought this hydration pack as a way to run with my phone. I was using a Nathan handheld until I got a new (read: bigger) phone that wouldn’t fit in the front pouch. After a week of using this wasitpack, I can say that I like it, but I definitely know it’s there.

The pack spins as you run (slowly, and making it any tighter hurts my insides), so I do have to reach down and reposition throughout the run (maybe 1x/mile). Also, for all my fellows with belly button piercings – it will apply pressure to the ring.

I clip it above the belly (it is a waistpack, after all), but the slow spinning involves general shifting that involves eventual rubbing on my piercing. It’s not enough of an annoyance for me to return this or seek out a different option, but I was a little surprised.

Maybe with further usage I’ll find a “sweet spot,” but so far I can only give this 4 stars. PS. I, personally, have had 0 issues with the water bottle leaking. Not sure if I just got a magic bottle, or if other reviewers don’t know how water works, but 0 drips over here!.

I bought the hip pack about a month ago. Very comfortable to wear. Had to check a few times to see if it fell off cause I couldn’t feel it on lol. My only complaint is the clip for the magnetic mouth piece broke instantly when I tried to attach it to the belt.

Unfortunately they are out of stock so take extra care attaching it. I now just tuck it in the waisted tightened. And it’s no problem. But wish it didn’t break so easily.

The quality is great but smaller than I expected so I have ordered the larger pack. I just needed room for phone, multi tool, Co2, and some gels. After filling the water pouch it becomes cramped. Again the quality of the pack is very good just too minimal for me.

The magnetic tube clip is cheap and broke the first tome I tried to move it. I ordered some extras to see if it was just a clip with weak plastic. I would recommend it to minimalist.

easy to attach/detach and adjust…

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Basically unusable. Overpriced for what you get. If it were $100 less it would still feel cheap. The water bottles leak, badly. Even when the caps are cranked all the way down. There’s also a persistent oily film in the bottles no matter how many times you rinse them out.

Compared to the bottles in my Salomon running vest, these feel like they came from the dollar store. It struggles to hold the largest iPhone, you really have to cram it in there to get it to fit, and then the belt weighs too much for the elastic straps and sags a bit on every step.

Also, I hope you don’t sweat, because if you do, you phone is gonna get wet, since there’s no water proofing considerations for the storage compartment. Considering that the water bottles leak, this means your stuff will get wet.

The elastic straps are very weak. You have to focus constantly on pulling it up or otherwise adjusting it every 5 minutes. Even if you tighten the belt all the way, the rings slip out after a few minutes of movement.

I’m 5’10” with a 32″ waist and there’s no way to get this thing to stay in a fixed position on my body AND run at the same time. Might be great for walking or sitting quietly, but running in it is out of the question.

Beautiful product, in the continuity of Satisfy products. Nothing to say on the belt itself : super light, super confortable. Phone is hold tight and humidity has no effect on it. My only concern is on the hydratation part : the flasks are exactly the size of the pockets where they fit – and are impossible to put back while running.

You have to stop, to use both hands to try to put it back at its place. Sometimes it’s ok to stop to replace it and take the occasion to enjoy the views and all. But sometimes it’s really annoying compared with every hydratation backpack I used without any problem.

At this price and with “Hydratation” in the specs – does not meet my expectation, I am disappointed. Would be OK at around 80-100€ if it was just named a “Phone holder”.

This was just what I was looking for a combination of style and function. As there is no way in **** I’m going to wear a hydration vest, this is a great alternative. It’s very comfortable although when fully loaded, it bounces a bit but as you drink the water it gets better.

Regarding drinking the water, removing the bottles mid stride is quite easy but replacing them needs a little practice. My advice it to roll the bottom of the bottle up, it makes it a little sturdier and easy to stow away and less likely to fly away – I learnt this from experience.

I’m 1. 58m and 54kg, on the smallest setting it’s too loose for my waist but sits great just a little lower on my hips. Overall if you’re specifically looking for a hydration belt, with soft bottles and enough space for you phone and some gels, and you want it to look good – this is the belt for you.

I look forward to rocking it on my upcoming half marathon.

I’ve used this belt for about 200 miles and was my go to belt when running anything above 10 miles and under 20. Or even if just a shorter run, but had stuff that I had to carry with me. It’s got enough room to take a 500ml flask in the open pocket with a gel at a squeeze.

The zipped pocket was perfect for a phone, keys, coins, cards etc. It’s really comfortable but make sure you get the correct size, I got closest to my waist size at first and it was very bouncy. Next size down was perfect though, no bouncing and didn’t feel too tight.

I would recommend getting your normal waist size, and also getting the size down just to compare before committing. However, unfortunately, the zip gave up on a run and my phone fell out (I was only carrying water and phone, so the belt wasn’t over packed).

Now it’s half a belt, which is really disappointing. On closer looks, the zip doesn’t look like it’s strong enough to take the stresses that may well happen when running and the contents move around.

It’s such a shame as this is a 5* belt let down by a small faulty zip. I really want another, but I’m tempted to buy something cheaper and wait to see if they change the zip for a stronger version.

It fits great (I am 5’4, 110lbs, wearing an XS) – I often have a hard time finding unisex gear that is small enough. But this is snug and doesn’t move around when I run. It holds a 500ml soft flask securely, and easy to get the bottle in and out while on the move.

The zipper pocket holds my phone and a few gels. I’ve found that I can store trash in the deeper mesh, past the bottle towards the pocket, and it stays secure for the run home, without getting everything else sticky.

I wear it 2-3 times a week for runs between 6-12 miles.

Really like the buckle- and belt free design. Back straps holds jacket or similar without problem. But as others have pointed out, the zipper breaks. Mine lasted 8 months. Warranty works great though and product got replaced no questions asked by online store (not Salomon.

com). Really hope the zipper gets “upgraded” though so we don’t need to generate unnecessary emissions and waste.