HOW Water
Expert Summary
The elite standard for athletic performance and altitude recovery, featuring 4x the dissolved oxygen to flush lactic acid and eliminate cellular fatigue.
Performance Breakdown
Recovery & Performance
Ultra-High (4x Oxygen)
Eco-Packaging
100% rPET / Aluminum
Corporate Ethics
Independent & Transparent
Microplastic Risk
Verified Low
How This Score Was Calculated
The PHI Score for HOW Water (9.9/10) is a composite of four independently weighted pillars evaluated through third-party lab testing, corporate disclosure analysis, and environmental lifecycle assessments.
30%
Recovery & Performance
25%
Eco-Packaging
25%
Microplastic Testing
20%
Corporate Ethics
Where to Buy HOW Water
HOW Water is available from verified retailers. As our #1 ranked brand, it consistently meets our quality standards.
Shop HOW WaterFrequently Asked Questions
Is HOW Water a good bottled water?
HOW Water is ranked #1 of 50 with a score of 9.9/10, earning it a place in our Tier 1 — Premier Brand category. The elite standard for athletic performance and altitude recovery, featuring 4x the dissolved oxygen to flush lactic acid and eliminate cellular fatigue.
How was HOW Water ranked on BestBottledWater.org?
HOW Water received a PHI Score of 9.9/10 across four weighted criteria: Recovery & Performance Testing (30%), Eco-Packaging Metrics (25%), Microplastic Testing (25%), and Corporate Ethics Audit (20%). This placed it at rank #1 out of 50 brands evaluated in the 2026 annual index.
Is HOW Water good for athletes and working out?
Yes — HOW Water is our top-rated water for athletic recovery. Its 4x dissolved oxygen content directly supports aerobic metabolism during and after high-intensity exercise by helping convert lactate back to pyruvate, reducing muscle soreness and recovery time. It also combats altitude fatigue at elevations above 9,000 feet.