Apps and tools for a calm, enjoyable life

Guzzle

Free

Guzzle makes staying hydrated easy with its intuitive design and smart reminders, ensuring you never miss a drink. It offers various customization options to suit your lifestyle.

Our take

Guzzle is your go-to app for hassle-free hydration management.

Alright, so I gave "Guzzle" a whirl, and here's the deal. This thing promises to keep you hydrated all day long, which sounds awesome in theory, right? It’s like your personal water butler. But, honestly, it’s not all rainbows and clear skin. Sure, it does remind you to drink water with these cute little alerts, but sometimes they pop up at the most inconvenient times. Like, I'm in the middle of a meeting, and suddenly my phone’s telling me to chug a bottle. Cool, but maybe not right this second.

What I do appreciate, though, is how user-friendly it is. No endless settings or confusing menus, just a straightforward app that does what it says on the tin. You set your daily water goal, and it keeps track without a fuss. Now, I’m not saying it's perfect. It’s got some quirks, like the occasional glitch where it logs more water than you actually drank. But hey, at least it’s keeping you on your toes, right?

The design is pretty slick, though. I’m a sucker for apps that are easy on the eyes, and Guzzle doesn’t disappoint. Nothing too flashy, just clean and simple. It’s like they knew I’d appreciate not having my retinas blasted with neon at 7 AM. And the little water animations are a nice touch, making it feel like a mini celebration every time you log a glass. If you’re into that kind of thing, it adds a bit of fun to something that’s usually a chore.

Now, on to the battery life. This is where things get a bit dicey. It’s not a massive drain, but you’ll notice it’s there. If you’re someone who’s always glued to your phone, Guzzle might make you reach for the charger a tad more often. It’s not a deal-breaker, just a little tradeoff to keep in mind. But if you’re like me and have a charger in every room, it’s not the end of the world.

All in all, Guzzle’s a neat little app if you need that extra nudge to stay hydrated. It’s not perfect, but no app is, really. If you can deal with the occasional hiccup, it might just help you hit those hydration goals. Just be ready for a few awkward moments when it reminds you to drink up in the middle of something important. But hey, sometimes we all need a little push, right?