Best Model Tested Thus Far
As someone who has purchased five other bottles for comparison purposes, I can say that I prefer this bottle to the others for a couple of reasons.  First, the part that screws onto the bottle is better made so that the bottle does not leak.  Lest this sound simplistic, the problems experienced with other bottles is that the moment the bottle is tipped over, it begins to leak.  The amount of leakage increases as one squeezes.  However, the rigidity of the screw top of this unit is such that leakage has not occurred.<br /><br />Secondly, the spray is a bit more subtle.  Some bottles have a single outlet for the water so there is one stream.  This is sometimes desirable but not always.  The Leka Travel Bidet has several smaller holes which allows for wider distribution of the water and probably an overall cleaner experience.<br /><br />Since I am the first to review this particular model, I will repeat what I have written elsewhere about portable bidets.  The word &#34;portable&#34; suggests the bidets are mainly useful when traveling, especially perhaps to countries that either do not routinely supply toilet tissue or where the tissue might not seem hygienic.  However, it goes without saying that anyone who is sensitive to chemicals in the paper would probably like to consider such a bottle as an alternative to paper.  Likewise, if one is concerned about the environment or using a composting toilet, these bottles have a real niche.  They are also useful for people with motion issues, such as those recovering from surgery or whose infirmities or lack of agility interfere with good hygiene.<br /><br />There are additional reasons to use such bottles.  One can bring one's own water and perhaps reduce the risks associated with potentially contaminated water.  It is also possible to medicate the water with essential oils or herbs to reduce risks of various types of microbial and fungal infections.  As someone who travels a lot, I find these bottles very useful and I like the fact that this one has a cap for the nozzle.  It seems like an extra touch to prevent both leakage and contamination.  However, unlike the other models I have bought, this one does not have a carrying bag.  Having never used the bags supplied, I do not regard this is a shortcoming.<br /><br />For those who are concerned about where things are made, it would seem this is made in China.  The print on the box is mostly in Chinese, but the suggestions for use include various medical conditions such as hemorrhoids and itchiness.  The advice is aimed at ladies, but there is no reason that gents would not also find this very useful.<br /><br />Update after long use:<br /><br />A few ago, the little blue tip to the nozzle fell off.  There are no threads and no sign of glue.  It might therefore have simply been pushed into place.  I cannot get it to stay in place.  The bottle will still work but without as much control over the water flow and without the ability to direct the water.  I think this is a design flaw and could easily be corrected with threads.  In the meantime, I will try glue.
Rating: 4 stars