It depends on what you want I guess.

JanSport while not junk is NOT high-quality! They break after a year or so of school usage not what I want to carry around heavier gear (moreso than school gear) with. I`ve known LOTS of jansport zippers to die and some strap breakage.

Was it a "real" nalgene bottle or knock-off? Some that are knock-offs are made with cheaper material and can't handle boiling water or constantly changing items.

I love deals as much if not more than the next guy but sometimes you get what you pay for so watch out.