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Grayl Titanium GeoPress Review for Travel & Hiking

Grayl Titanium GeoPress Review for Travel & Hiking

Olly Gaspar

By Olly Gaspar, full-time traveler for 7 years. I visit every place I write about & share real tips, photos, & advice from my trips.

I’ve been using Grayl’s purifier bottles for years, and after years on the road, they’ve become my absolute favorite piece of travel and hiking gear. From the original GeoPress to the UltraPress Titanium, I’ve tested them all (along with a dozen other water bottle filters) and seen firsthand how Grayl consistently sets the bar for convenient portable water purification for travel and hiking.

But when Grayl announced their latest Titanium purifier bottle in the larger GeoPress size, I knew I had to get my hands on one. This bottle is the biggest, baddest, and most versatile bottle in their lineup. Utilizing Grayl’s revolutionary purification system (arguably the best I’ve tested) it also doubles as a 24 oz (710 ml) water bottle and a camp cookpot– oh and did I mention it’s made of titanium?

I’ve now spent a few months traveling and hiking with this bottle and below I will give you my honest review of the Grayl GeoPress Titanium.

Olly gaspar reviewing the grayl titanium water bottle filter

My TL;DR Review:

The Grayl GeoPress Titanium is the most premium water purifier bottle I’ve ever tested. It’s expensive, but it’s truly a one-bottle-to-rule-them-all– a 24 oz bottle, featuring the best purifier I’ve tested with a lightweight titanium cookpot.

At 570 g, it’s heavier and pricier ($219) than the standard GeoPress, but the cookpot function and added durability make it a great all-in-one investment for serious hikers and travelers.

Worth it? If you need the cookpot feature, absolutely. Otherwise, the standard GeoPress offers the same filtration for half the price.

Buy from Grayl: Grayl GeoPress Ti

Grayl GeoPress Ti: Tech Specifications

FeatureSpecification
MaterialTitanium, BPA-Free Polypropylene #5, Food-Grade Silicone
Weight20.125 oz (570 g)
Capacity24 oz (710 ml)
Filtration Time8 seconds per 24 oz (5 L/min)
Pathogen Removal99.99% Viruses, 99.9999% Bacteria, 99.9% Protozoa
Chemical AdsorptionFilters out PFAS, VOCs, Pesticides, Heavy Metals, & unpleasant flavors or odors
DurabilityWithstands 10 ft drops onto concrete
Cartridge Lifespan350 presses (65 gal / 250 L)
Multi-FunctionalityCompatible with drink mixes, can heat water, and doubles as a cooking vessel
Additional FeaturesIncludes a one-way valve to prevent backflow & for drink mixes, an optional camp cookpot lid.
Warranty10-Year Warranty
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Overview and My First Impressions

First impressions, the Grayl GeoPress Titanium looks absolutely dope. While I already own the Titanium UltraPress, there’s something about the larger GeoPress with the beautiful that looks even more epic.

Despite being 110 grams heavier than the original GeoPress (weighing in at 570 g compared to 450 g), I honestly couldn’t feel the difference in my hands. That said, if you’ve never used a Grayl bottle before, you should know they are generally heavier than most purifier bottles on the market, something the gram-counting ultralighters will scoff at.

Olly gaspar reviewing the grayl geopress titanium

One of the first things I noticed was the addition of the titanium camp lid, which I didn't get on my UltraPress Titanium. As expected, it fits perfectly on top and slots in with a satisfying fit. The overall dimensions are nearly identical to the original GeoPress, with only slight differences in height and diameter that honestly I couldn't notice.

Grayl geopress titanium

I didn't know how much I'd miss the larger 710 ml capacity after getting used to the UltraPress Titanium’s 510 ml. On longer hikes, I used to carry an extra bottle like a Nalgene for additional water, but the GeoPress strikes the right balance—it’s been big enough to avoid constant refills while still fitting in most backpack water bottle holders.

Grayl geopress titanium water bottle filter
Pure drinking water on the grayl geopress water bottle filter titanium version

Cost & Where to Buy the Grayl Geopress Ti

You can buy the Grayl GeoPress Titanium on Grayl's website for $219.95 or on Amazon for sale currently at $199.95.

This is by far the most expensive water purifier bottle I've found and although it's hard to justify the price, I absolutely love this thing. However, at less than half the price, the original GeoPress filters water just as well and is incredibly durable, not to mention a fraction lighter.

If you are considering purchasing the titanium GeoPress for its cookpot functionality, it gets a little easier to justify, considering you'll be saving a fair chunk by not purchasing a separate titanium pot.

Current best price: Amazon

Full transparency, Grayl sent me this bottle for a review. But as always, companies never get a say in my reviews. If you choose to purchase the bottle, I'll get a kickback if you use my links above, whether from Amazon or directly from Grayl.

Olly gaspar with the grayl geopress titanium

Grayl GeoPress Titanium: Pros & Cons

Pros

  1. Durable titanium build, extremely robust
  2. Multifunctional: serves as a cookpot, water bottle, and purifier
  3. Exceptional filtration (removes 99.99% of viruses, 99.9999% of bacteria, 99.9% of protozoa)
  4. Fast filtration speed (8 seconds per 710 ml)
  5. Fold-out handles for easy use as a cookpot
  6. Lid tab prevents losing the cap
  7. Simple cartridge replacement process
  8. Compatible with electrolytes and drink mixes
  9. Backed by a 10-year warranty

Cons

  1. High price at $220
  2. Heavy for its size (710 ml capacity)
  3. Bulky
  4. Overkill for casual day hikes or everyday travel needs

Testing the Grayl GeoPress Titanium: My Review

Over the past few months, I’ve put the GeoPress Titanium through its paces during hikes in Far North Queensland’s wet season. With constant rain and plenty of opportunities to test it in rainforest streams and muddy conditions, as well as around town, it’s become my go-to daily water bottle.

Using the grayl geopress titanium

Water Filtration & the Purifying Process

If this is your first Grayl bottle, the filtration process is straightforward and very satisfying.

Grayl bottles operate with three main components:

  1. Outer Cup: Holds the unpurified water.
  2. Filter Cartridge: Removes pathogens and contaminants.
  3. Inner Press: Stores the purified water.

The process is simple: scoop or pour unpurified water into the Outer Cup, insert the Inner Press, and press it down. The electroadsorptive media filter inside the cartridge captures pathogens like viruses, bacteria, and protozoa, along with inorganic contaminants, leaving you with safe, fresh water in the Inner Press.

Pulling the inner cup from the titanium water bottle filter

The GeoPress Titanium follows the same method as other Grayl bottles, including the UltraPress and original GeoPress. The key difference here is the robust titanium construction of the Outer Cup and Inner Press, which adds durability and versatility. The filter cartridge remains the same BPA-free plastic design, which is cross-compatible with other bottles in the family, ie either GeoPress or UltraPress.

As expected, the filtration performance during my testing was on par with the regular GeoPress. Pressing water is just as smooth and effortless, and the purified water is reliably clean and great-tasting. However, the thinner titanium walls of the outer cup add a distinct "premium" feel to the process. It’s hard to describe, but the press action feels incredibly precise—and lacks the "squirting" issue I've had with my original GeoPress.

Using the Titanium Outer Cup As a Backpacking Pot

The GeoPress Titanium’s Outer Cup doubles as a backpacking stove pot, and it’s as simple as it is ingenious. Just pull out the Outer Cup, flip the sturdy titanium side handles, and place it directly onto a backpacking stove. Whether you’re using a compact butane cartridge stove or an open flame, it works just as you'd expect.

Using the grayl outer cup titanium as a backpacking stove
Boiling water with the grayl titanium geopress

The Outer Cup used for cooking is slightly larger than the 710 ml (24 oz) inner press, and I estimate it holds around 850 ml (28–30 oz). This extra capacity is necessary to accommodate the inner press and catridge during filtration but is also more practical for boiling water or cooking meals.

In my experience, the size is perfect to cook basic hiking meals for one or two people. Compared to the slimmer UltraPress, which I found a bit awkward for stirring freeze-dried backpacking meals, the GeoPress Titanium hits the sweet spot. It’s wide enough to stir comfortably and the base fits nicely on the stove.

Heating water on the outer case of the grayl titanium geopress

Over the past few months, I’ve used the GeoPress titanium to boil water for tea, coffee, and a couple of backpacking meals. The titanium heats quickly and evenly, and the metal doesn't feel too thin. The lid is also a great fit and doesn't rattle off as easily as my Toaks pot when it starts to boil– good, one less thing to carry.

Heating water on the outer case of the grayl titanium geopress
Water boiling in the grayl titanium geopress

Verdict: Is the Grayl GeoPress Titanium Worth it?

The Grayl GeoPress Titanium is the ultimate all-in-one travel and hiking bottle. It’s a true Swiss Army knife of water bottles—filter, cookpot, and drink bottle in one sleek titanium package. You’ll feel pretty darn cool using it in the wild, though you might cringe a little when admitting how much you paid for it.

For me, the product is flawless. Yes, it’s heavier and bulkier than your average bottle, but this isn’t just a bottle. It’s replaced my Toaks pot, Nalgene, and Lifestraw, and I can even mix in electrolytes. If you hike and travel full-time like I do, it’s a worthy investment and one you will not be disappointed in.

That said, with its steep price tag, I don’t see it becoming a trail staple any time soon. If you’re more of a day hiker, short-term traveler, or just need to purify tap water occasionally, the regular GeoPress or UltraPress might be a more sensible choice.

Olly gaspar reviewing the grayl titanium geopress water bottle filter for hiking and travel
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