If you caught our initial coverage after picking up the **Colapz Aquamate and Wastemate** at the NEC back in February (paying full show price, no less!), you might know that these products generated quite a bit of a stir online. They are undeniably a brilliant concept on paper, but our initial review and subsequent posts received a surprising amount of negative feedback and “hate” from the community.
In this update, we dive back into the controversy to answer the burning question: *Was the hate actually justified?*
### The Story So Far
When we first unboxed and reviewed the Colapz Aquamate setup, we were excited by the ingenuity. Designed to make water management for caravanning and camping easier and more compact, the system seemed like a game-changer. However, many viewers and fellow campers were quick to voice their skepticism in the comments, questioning the durability, practicality, and overall value of the products.
### Putting It to the Test
With some time and real-world usage under our belts since picking them up at the NEC, we wanted to revisit the Colapz system objectively. Did the online critics hold valid concerns, or were people just being overly resistant to new gear design?
In the video, we look closely at:
* **Real-world performance:** How the Aquamate and Wastemate actually hold up during a typical camping trip.
* **Addressing the criticisms:** Breaking down the specific complaints left on our initial posts (from ease of use to storage quirks).
* **The final verdict:** Whether these innovative water solutions are worth your hard-earned money or if the skeptics ultimately had a point.
Make sure to watch the full video above to see our complete, unfiltered thoughts and find out where we land on the Colapz Aquamate controversy!