The best pee funnels for camping, road trips, and more

This pee funnel, which we also included in our roundup of the best portable toilets, is notable for lots of reasons: It's affordable, dishwasher-safe, and branded to be gender-inclusive (a bar literally none of the other options on this list clear). Best of all, though, it's very leak-resistant — its large and rounded back edge, which doubles as a "squeegee" to replace toilet paper, is accommodating enough to prevent urine from spilling onto your clothing.

Here's a helpful excerpt from one glowing review on Amazon:

"Right out of the box I loved it!! I did a lot of research before deciding on which urinary directory to get. I wanted something that would be discreet, easy to use, easy to clean, and wouldn't make a mess. The pStyle does it all! Its made of one solid piece of plastic, which makes cleaning it as easy as simply rinsing it in a stream or sink. It has a very well designed shape; I have't had any problems with splashing or overfilling, the pee shoots out pretty far too. Very easy to use; you just unzip your fly, pull your underwear to the side, then lean forward with your hips, in order to direct the pee down, and FIRMLY press the back edge of the pStyle against the area between your vagina and anus."

The company advises carrying the pStyle in a breathable, machine-washable case for hygiene reasons. Its own pCase, which is sold separately, is sold out on Amazon, but is available on the pStyle website(opens in a new tab), albeit in limited supply. (You can also just use another bag.)

Like the pStyle, the Freshette urinary aid is a funnel-style device, but it has a few key features that set it apart. For one thing, the Freshette's tubing (that is, the funnel part) retracts, making it slightly easier to transport and store than the pStyle. Several reviewers also say it's easier to aim than the pStyle — likely because its tubing is narrower and points downward at a slightly more severe angle. It also, helpfully, comes with a carrying case.

However, the Freshette also has a few issues the pStyle doesn't have. Some reviewers say it's difficult to position correctly, but this is a con easily remedied with practice. (Like we said, practice in the shower!) A few reviewers also said that because you have to tilt the device backward to remove it from your pants, you risk spillage from the back. Still, such a snafu can be avoided by giving the Freshette a few test runs before taking it on the road.

Though it's far more eco-friendly to invest in a reusable pee funnel, we understand that's not always possible. If you're in search of a recyclable, one-use option, try these PeeBuddy funnels(opens in a new tab), which are designed for use in "unfriendly toilets." (We assume these are the toilets that inspire us to avoid butt-to-seat contact — you know what we're talking about.) 

Reviewers appreciate how easy these are to use. "I went on a work trip that places me in field-type conditions," writes one Amazon reviewer(opens in a new tab). "I install cell phone antennas and some of our sites are very remote, where there is no bathroom in sight, just a porta-john. I used the pee buddy the entire two weeks I was out in the field and loved the fact that all I had to do was use it, and toss it in the blue stuff. Definitely saved me from UTIs for sure."

The PeeBuddy is remarkably easy to transport, largely because it arrives flat. (You'll pop it open to use.) It's also easy to get rid of, though if you're going the recycling route, be sure to rinse the funnel off first. A few reviewers also said that when they used their PeeBuddys while camping, they tossed them right into the campfire. Very dramatic!

We get it: This thing looks very hard to use. And reviewers do say the Pibella Travel comes with a big learning curve. But if you're looking for something discreet, this is the device for you. Take it from one REI reviewer(opens in a new tab), who is an avid hiker:

"This truly is amazing. We hike several times a week. Just spent 7 days in Glacier National Park. It's amazes me every time I use it! It's quick, no mess and my behind is not out and exposed (no mosquito bites there either). Advice: Practice for a while first. I used it in the shower with no clothes and I'm glad I did. The second time was no problem so next I wore pants in shower (glad I did) so I practiced a few more times in shower dressed, then practice standing at toilet. (My husband was laughing and amazed too) It's perfect once you get a feel for your own anatomy."

Other perks: The Pibella Travel is fully recyclable and can be washed in the dishwasher or boiled in a pot.

A silicone pee funnel is softer than a hard plastic one, so it'll probably be  more comfortable to use. That said, it can be much more difficult for a silicone funnel to achieve a tight seal against the skin. This well-reviewed option seems to work well, though — very few reviewers reported leaks or spillage.

In particular, reviewers appreciate how easy it is to pack (it folds up very small) and how big the cup is. Very few people reported leaks or spillage. The funnel also comes with its own carrying case, which one reviewer said is large enough to also hold a small packet of wipes or a tiny bottle of hand sanitizer. 

One small disadvantage: You can't stick this funnel in the dishwasher like some of the other options on this list. It's still pretty easy to clean, though. Hot water and a gentle soap should do the trick.

Say "Tinkle Belle" out loud and yes, you will probably feel a full-body cringe. But despite its weirdly infantilizing name, this stand-up urination device delivers in terms of comfort and ease of use, according to reviewers.

"As a woman BSA leader, mom and avid kayaker and camper the Tink[le] Belle works flawlessly while standing, squatting and even sitting," writes one Amazon user(opens in a new tab). "The best part is I am able to slide [it] through my open zipper, align it up to my body and go." She says she's even been able to use the Tinkle Belle on a kayak, paired with a portable urinal.

All in all, the Tinkle Belle is quite similar to the pStyle(opens in a new tab), though it is a bit longer (and, conveniently, comes with its own carrying case). However, it lacks the gender-inclusive branding that helps make the pStyle our number one pick — a problem that several brands on this list could stand to work on.