Is there a working refill water station app for Sri Lanka in 2026

Both apps work in 2026 but coverage varies wildly by region. RefillMyBottle (international app) has decent coverage on the surf belt - Hiriketiya, Ahangama, Weligama, Ella - because the surf/yoga community drove early adoption. RefillSL (local initiative) maps more spots in Colombo, Galle and Kandy, including supermarkets and offices. Coverage in the Cultural Triangle, far north, and east coast is THIN; do not rely on the apps alone there. Practical strategy that works across the island: (1) Carry a filter bottle (LifeStraw, Grayl) so any tap or jug is a refill. (2) Most guesthouses and cafes will refill from their filtered jug for free or 50-100 LKR - just ask politely. (3) Cargills and Keells supermarkets have refill points at the entrance in many cities. (4) Buy 5L plastic jugs (less plastic per litre than individual bottles) at supermarkets for hotel-room use if all else fails. The filter bottle is the single biggest win - one piece of gear unlocks every water source.