BRITA LARQ iQ: Smart water bottle with app, Apple Health & UV‑C
BRITA has expanded its range with the LARQ iQ — a 0.68 L double‑walled stainless steel water bottle that combines traditional filtration with digital features.
Key features
- Capacity: 0.68 liters
- Materials: Double‑walled insulated stainless steel (keeps drinks cold up to 24 hours)
- Filtration: Activated‑carbon filter straw for taste improvement and removal of microcontaminants
- UV‑C cap (iQ Cap): Built‑in UV‑C LED for self‑cleaning and neutralising bacteria (periodic cycles)
- Connectivity: Smart cap connects to the BRITA/LARQ app, tracks hydration and syncs with Apple Health
- Battery: USB‑rechargeable cap battery (several weeks per charge, depending on use)
- Weight & price: ~420 g; retail ~€125 (price may vary by retailer/region)
More details
The iQ Cap combines UV‑C neutralisation with an activated‑carbon filter straw, aiming to give both microbial control and taste/contaminant filtration. The app provides hydration reminders and logs intake, and integrates with Apple Health for consolidated tracking.
Where to buy
Check current availability and pricing on Amazon (affiliate search link): Search BRITA LARQ iQ on Amazon
Official product/manufacturer info:
- LARQ – Purification & tech
- Apple Store – LARQ Bottle (PureVis) (related LARQ models and product pages)
Verdict
The BRITA LARQ iQ targets users who want premium insulation and filtration plus smart features: UV‑C self‑cleaning, app‑based hydration tracking (Apple Health sync) and a mid‑to‑high price point. If you value integrated hygiene and tracking, it could be worth the ~€125 price — otherwise a conventional insulated filter bottle is much cheaper.
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