Quick Answer
For fast, no-dilution chilling of canned or bottled drinks, choose the S'well Slim Drink Chiller. If you want to chill cocktails or beverages in any S'well bottle without altering flavor, the Super Chill Ice Tray is the better pick.
Cooling Speed vs. Dilution: The Core Trade-Off
When you need a drink cold fast, the Slim Drink Chiller works immediately—just slide a can or bottle in, and it cools from the outside without adding any water. Ice, on the other hand, takes time to melt and absorb heat, so the Super Chill Ice Tray won't chill as quickly, but it won't water down your drink either.
Think about what you're drinking. For a canned craft beer or a bottle of rosé, the chiller preserves carbonation and flavor. For a cocktail or a beverage poured into a S'well bottle, the ice tray adds coldness without changing the taste.
Portability and Convenience
The Slim Drink Chiller is a standalone accessory you can take to a picnic or party—no freezer required. The Super Chill Ice Tray needs to be frozen beforehand, so it's a home-first solution. If you're always on the go, the chiller wins on convenience.
However, the ice tray is more versatile: it works with any S'well product, including bottles and tumblers, while the chiller is limited to cans and bottles up to 12oz.
Which One Should You Choose?
- Speed of Cooling: The Slim Drink Chiller cools immediately by surrounding the can or bottle with cold material. The Super Chill Ice Tray requires freezing time and relies on ice melt, so it cools more gradually. If you need a drink cold in minutes, the chiller is the faster option.
- Dilution Control: The chiller adds zero water, preserving the drink's flavor and carbonation. The ice tray introduces ice, which can slightly dilute as it melts, but the S-shaped design minimizes surface area to slow melting. For flavor purity, the chiller is superior; for cocktails where ice is expected, the tray works well.
- Versatility: The Super Chill Ice Tray works with any S'well product, including bottles and tumblers, making it a flexible addition to your drinkware. The Slim Drink Chiller is limited to 12oz cans and bottles, so it's less adaptable. Choose the tray if you want to cool drinks in a variety of S'well containers.
Product Facts
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Super Chill Ice Tray: Designed to make S-shaped ice spears that slip into any S’well product, the Super Chill Ice Tray helps keep your drinks even colder for longer. The S-shaped spears fit snugly in S'well bottles, providing slow, dilution-free cooling that's ideal for sipping over time.
Super Chill Ice Tray
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Slim Drink Chiller | 12oz: The Drink Chiller keeps your favorite cans and bottle beverages — think cold brews, craft beers, rosé wines and more — cool until the last drop. It chills from the outside, so your drink stays at the right temperature without being watered down, perfect for canned and bottled drinks.
Slim Drink Chiller | 12oz
Who Should Buy Which?
Best for
- The Slim Drink Chiller is best for people who frequently enjoy canned or bottled beverages and want quick, no-dilution chilling on the go.
- The Super Chill Ice Tray is best for home users who want to keep cocktails or drinks in S'well bottles cold without altering flavor.
Not for
- The Slim Drink Chiller is not for those who want to cool drinks in S'well bottles or tumblers, as it only fits cans and bottles.
- The Super Chill Ice Tray is not for those who need instant chilling or lack freezer space.
