The Best Insulated Tumblers To Buy In 2022
Gus Gan/Shutterstock By Acacia Deadrick/Dec. 24, 2022 7:30 pm EST
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Life is hectic, but having a cup you can take with you on the go makes it a lot simpler. Unfortunately, many of those cups leave your coffee cold and ice water at room temperature — the exact opposite of what you want. Instead, it’s natural to want your beverages to stay the temperature they were when poured, no matter where you go throughout the day.
Thankfully there are insulated tumblers. These cups make traveling with a beverage much more satisfying as they keep drinks at their ideal temperature. There are, however, an overwhelming number of options in the insulated tumbler space, many of which do not work as advertised. Because we care deeply about drink temperatures, we created a list of the top insulated tumblers on the market. Scalding hot or ice cold, these options will keep the contents exactly how you want them. Check out this list to find your perfect cup.
How we chose
Gus Gan/Shutterstock
Insulated tumblers are easy to find, however, reliable ones are a little tougher to weed out. We looked to brands new and old to find a group of good tumblers, and from those we chose the best options that will keep your drinks hot and cold, won’t spill, and have other special features that make them worth buying.
We followed some important steps to get there. First, we searched every crevice of the internet for insulated tumblers and gathered a list of the ones that met initial standards, like price point, design, and insulation efficacy. Once we had a large selection of cups, we sorted through them to find which ones work best. From there we looked at reviews, compared seemingly minute details that actually make a huge difference in functionality, like external material and lid design, and assigned each cup a superlative according to which feature makes it worthy of this list. Here are the best insulated tumblers to buy in 2022.
The Best Insulated Tumblers To Buy In 2022
Gus Gan/Shutterstock
By Acacia Deadrick/Dec. 24, 2022 7:30 pm EST
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Life is hectic, but having a cup you can take with you on the go makes it a lot simpler. Unfortunately, many of those cups leave your coffee cold and ice water at room temperature — the exact opposite of what you want. Instead, it’s natural to want your beverages to stay the temperature they were when poured, no matter where you go throughout the day.
Thankfully there are insulated tumblers. These cups make traveling with a beverage much more satisfying as they keep drinks at their ideal temperature. There are, however, an overwhelming number of options in the insulated tumbler space, many of which do not work as advertised. Because we care deeply about drink temperatures, we created a list of the top insulated tumblers on the market. Scalding hot or ice cold, these options will keep the contents exactly how you want them. Check out this list to find your perfect cup.
We may receive a commission on purchases made from links.
Thankfully there are insulated tumblers. These cups make traveling with a beverage much more satisfying as they keep drinks at their ideal temperature. There are, however, an overwhelming number of options in the insulated tumbler space, many of which do not work as advertised. Because we care deeply about drink temperatures, we created a list of the top insulated tumblers on the market.
Scalding hot or ice cold, these options will keep the contents exactly how you want them. Check out this list to find your perfect cup.
How we chose
Insulated tumblers are easy to find, however, reliable ones are a little tougher to weed out. We looked to brands new and old to find a group of good tumblers, and from those we chose the best options that will keep your drinks hot and cold, won’t spill, and have other special features that make them worth buying.
We followed some important steps to get there. First, we searched every crevice of the internet for insulated tumblers and gathered a list of the ones that met initial standards, like price point, design, and insulation efficacy. Once we had a large selection of cups, we sorted through them to find which ones work best. From there we looked at reviews, compared seemingly minute details that actually make a huge difference in functionality, like external material and lid design, and assigned each cup a superlative according to which feature makes it worthy of this list. Here are the best insulated tumblers to buy in 2022.
We followed some important steps to get there. First, we searched every crevice of the internet for insulated tumblers and gathered a list of the ones that met initial standards, like price point, design, and insulation efficacy.
Once we had a large selection of cups, we sorted through them to find which ones work best. From there we looked at reviews, compared seemingly minute details that actually make a huge difference in functionality, like external material and lid design, and assigned each cup a superlative according to which feature makes it worthy of this list. Here are the best insulated tumblers to buy in 2022.
Best overall
Simple Modern
Replete with a double-wall insulation system, Simple Modern keeps your coldest drinks cold and your hottest drinks hot for hours at a time. As one reviewer noted, “I fill it towards the end of the evening and it’s still ice cold when I get up in the morning with the kids. I need less ice with these tumblers compared to other brands too. Keeps drinks hot as well! This brand really delivers on heat/cold retention!”
We do have to admit, part of Simple Modern’s appeal is its look, but that look is also vital to its functionality. Its sleek design makes it easy to manage, and the stainless steel is part of a double-wall technology. Simple Modern comes in dozens of colors and patterns, and it includes a leak-proof lid and a straw, making it the best overall insulated tumbler option this year.
Best affordable
SUNWILL
Best splurge
Stanley
As we noted, this is a splurge. With tax it costs over $100, but consider one Instagram reviewer’s comment before totally scoffing at the price: “I drive for a living and used to have to buy bottled water constantly because none of my larger capacity cups fit the cup holder in my work car. I cannot thank you enough for this design. In less than a month this mug will have paid for itself in what I’m now saving.”
Stanley cups are portable, easy to wash, and the insulation works. “Literally keeps ice in the cup for 2-3 days!! I can’t speak highly enough of this purchase,” another reviewer shared. The Stanley cup is an investment, but it’s one at least worth considering.
Best with a straw
S’well
Best spill-proof
Corkcicle
Best dishwasher safe
Swig Life
This tumbler isn’t as big as some as it only holds 32 ounces, but many users actually find that to be positive. It doesn’t have a handle, so the smaller size makes it easier to hold onto. There are endless reasons why you’ll love this product from Swig Life.
Best with a handle
YETI
Best mini
YETI wine tumblers are small but they have all the features people love about bigger YETIs. They’re dishwasher safe, come in lots of colors, and are perfect for taking outdoors. “The quality Yeti puts out, compared to no other. […] It keeps my white wine chill, easy to wash and although $25 may seem expensive for one wine tumbler, it’s worth it,” a customer noted in an Influenster review.
Keep in mind, this product does not include a lid, much to the chagrin of some customers, but aside from that, there isn’t much to criticize. “Yeti is the only cup that keeps drinks hot or cold for hours. I have other Yetis, and highly recommend this brand,” another customer shared.
Best lidless
Tervis Made
Even though these don’t come with a lid, you can purchase lids that are compatible with the tumbler format. These also come in several different sizes, and there’s even a mug version with a handle available. It’s hard to beat the Tervis Made tumblers.
Best for cupholders
RTIC
Enter RTIC. This is a great brand for outdoor equipment, and its insulated tumbler is just as functional as its other products. Made with double-wall insulation, this cup is ideal for cup holders. Its design features a tapered bottom that fits in most holders, and its sweat-proof material gives you enough traction to grab without dropping. But even if you do drop the tumbler, it’s shatterproof. You really can’t lose here.
Best for outdoors
Hydro Flask
Pop this in your backpack or hold it next to you by the campfire. Either way, you’ll be glad to have your Hydro Flask insulated tumbler.
