Our Final Verdict
We give the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl a rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
Quality: 5/5
Construction: 5/5
Portability: 5/5
Ease Of Use: 5/5
Size Variety: 4.8/5
Value: 5/5
Summer fun is upon us, which often means exploring the great outdoors with our furry best friends. But as crucial as it is for us to stay fed and hydrated on adventures, it is just as important for our dogs. Long gone are the days of traveling with large metal pet bowls as a slew of more portable options has hit the market!
The collapsible dog bowl from outdoorsy company Luno Life is one of the more unique bowl offerings. Rather than being made of silicone or plastic, Luno Life’s bowl is much healthier for your pup—and one that I’ve been using for my dog a lot on our recent escapades.
About Luno Life
Luno Life is focused on making outdoor adventures easier and more comfortable than ever before, bringing many of our home amenities outside. With car camping and van life being such popular pastimes, anything to make these getaways more practical and comfortable is a big bonus. Having started in Southern California after a car-camping trip to Mammoth Mountain, Luno Life was dedicated to improving that experience for anyone who opts to sleep in their car over a pricey hotel room. Luno Life then became the first company exclusively focused on camping on four wheels!
So when their already brilliant lineup expanded to our four-legged pals, I knew I had to check them out. Although many of their amenities such as the window shades and fans already benefit our dogs, the collapsible bowl is the first one designed just for them. Made in the USA, Luno Life’s products hold durability and surviving the outdoor adventure in mind – and the dog bowl is no exception to this philosophy.
Collapsible Dog Bowl Overview
Here is an overview of the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl and what makes it truly special compared to the other portable bowls on the market.
Pricing
Priced at $49.99, the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl is certainly more expensive than the average collapsible bowl that you can find at a local pet store. However, the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl is a much better value than a plastic pop-up and will last a lot longer in significantly more difficult conditions.
Size
The Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl is available in only one size: 4.5” x 2.5”. It has a 24 oz water or food volume capacity. The packed bowl weighs 5.5 oz, which is 0.3 lbs (aka. Weighs nothing!).
Material and Durability
Like many of the products from Luno Life, sustainability is also a key goal for the company, so much so that they started a program called Project Reroam. The Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl is made of 82% upcycled material, which means that the bowl is made of material that is normally considered waste but has now found a new purpose as a material (versus recycling in which materials are broken down to be made into something new). This keeps everything Luno Life makes out of landfills and continuously repurposed.
The upcycle material is predominantly 300-denier Oxford nylon, which makes this dog bowl very durable. The interior features a waterproof liner so that the bowl can be used for both water and food for your pup. The outside has a velcro strap to help curl the bowl up into a portable state, and an extra metal carabiner is also attached to offer further usage options.
This portable bowl is intended to be used during your various adventures, so it really is constructed with durability in mind. Little will destroy this one!
Portability And Use
The benefits of this bowl all come down to how conveniently portable it is – the velcro compression strap can also double as a way to velcro the bowl around your bike rail! Or, of course, you can use the strap to pack the bowl down tight enough to fit into a pocket. The attached carabiner loop opens up the possibility for even more portability, making it easy to clip onto a backpack strap or other attachment.
Using the bowl is as simple as unfurling it and pouring your intended contents inside. That’s it!
In Summary
Very compact
Easy to pack down
Carabiner loop for portability
Durable upcycled material
Waterproof lining
Only one bowl size option
Key Features
Incredibly Portable
This bowl is very portable. It folds down small enough to fit in a pocket, has Velcro to attach to a bike rail, and has a carabiner loop to hang on a hundred different things.
Made With Upcycled Materials
With unwanted 300-denier Oxford nylon being used to create a collapsible water bowl, the product is both a great upcycle and a very durable bowl!
Made With No BPA Or Lead
Did you know that plastic bowls contain BPA, which is linked to health issues in both humans and dogs? Or that ceramic bowls could have lead in their paint? Yeah, the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl doesn’t have any of those problems.
Waterproof Interior Liner
The liner allows this bowl to be used for both food and water.
Is the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl a Good Value?
The price tag of $49.99 might be jarring to some at first (especially as commonly known pet stores sell collapsible bowls for mere dollars), but there is a reason that this bowl is not $5. For starters, it is built to last through any adventure you throw at it and still pop up to be a great bowl for Fido. This bowl is not made of any toxic materials; it packs down tiny to fit into any space. You’ll only need to buy one (or two), and that’s it for a very, very long time!
As such, the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl is worth its weight in gold – especially as it’ll be the only dog bowl you’ll ever need for your travels.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How do I effectively clean the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl?
The Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl is easy to clean. Wash the inside liner by hand with soap and water. The outside can be hosed off or wiped with a wet rag. Air-dry the bowl and it’ll be as good as new.
Does the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl come in different sizes?
No, the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl only comes in one size currently, but this size works for most dogs.
What is the warranty policy?
All Luno products carry a 365-day warranty for defects in product manufacturing – but you can purchase an additional Luno Accessory Lifetime Warranty. This lifetime warranty will replace the bowl if it is damaged in any way.
Our Experience With the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl
Despite the heatwave currently spreading across the US, Lorelei and I are so lucky that our evenings are a bit cooler. Even so, it’s essential to have a good water bowl for my dog so that she can remain hydrated on our daily walks. To escape the stuffiness, we went to our closest woodsy park about 45 minutes away, and the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl was our companion.
When the bowl first arrived, it was pretty funny how much larger the shipping box was than the bowl itself! The Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl is so tiny! I enjoyed the small card and minimal packaging from Luno Life. Picking up the collapsible bowl, fully rolled up, I was impressed immediately by its compact size. The bowl was compressed with velcro but also featured a bright orange carabiner to hook onto anything.
I used the carabiner loop the most, attaching it to my backpack, purse, fanny pack, belt, and whatever I needed! So easy and so portable. On road trips, I can see myself easily strapping this onto my dog’s kennel hook or carrier bag for flights. When it was time to head to the park, all I had to do was clip this bowl on.
Unpacking the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl, it was a lot larger than it initially seemed! I can see how this size works for the majority of dogs. That being said, my one little critique is that this bowl is a bit big for my 10lb Lorelei, who was a bit wary of using it initially. We did get over this hesitancy, though. I imagine dogs smaller or shorter than her having a bit of initial trouble. That being said, it isn’t as common to be outdoorsy traveling with micro dogs, so I think the size of this bowl works for most pups!
I really like the waterproof liner on the inside – no leaks here! Washing the bowl was just as simple. I rinsed it in the sink with a small amount of soap and let it air dry on the counter. All in all, 10/10 on all fronts.
Conclusion
For all of the adventures that life throws at us, having a dependable collapsible bowl is a big help. I find myself strapping on the Luno Collapsible Dog Bowl on my purse, camera bag, backpack, and even her airport carrier all the time – whether I intend to use it or not! It’s just so easy to have and take. I say why not grab yourself a bowl that will last through whatever you throw at it?!
