If you've spent time on TikTok lately, you'll already be familiar with the Stanley Quencher tumbler. This cult favourite has become a hit with influencers worldwide, although the price ($40 in the US, from £49.25 in the UK) has been off-putting for many. Enter Stanley Cup alternatives: a chance for thirsty customers to get their hands on a nearly identical Stanley cup but for a fraction of the price.
Although the American brand Stanley first launched in 1913 and has primarily been known for camping gear and outdoor accessories, the Adventure Quencher (aka the Stanley cup) wasn't actually released until 2016.
Best Stanley Cup alternatives at a glance:
• Best Stanley Cup alternative overall: Simple Modern 40 oz Tumbler with Handle and Straw Lid, buy from Amazon, £25.99
• Best Stanley Cup alternative with accessories: SUNTQ 30oz Tumbler with Handle, buy from Amazon, £19.98
• Best Stanley Cup alternative for kids: Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Coffee Mug, buy from Amazon, £11.99
Scroll down to find out what makes this cup so special and where you can pick up your own Stanley Cup alternatives for less money.
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Amazon/StanleyThe best Stanley Cup alternatives:
Best Stanley Cup alternatives overall
Amazon/Simple ModernWith Quarter Turn Lid Technology, the Simple Modern Tumbler allows you to change the position of the straw. It's leak resistant and vacuum insulated, keeping drinks hot or cold for up to 24 hours.
The handle is ergonomically shaped, with it also being cup holder friendly, so you can take it on the go.
Best Stanley Cup alternatives with accessories
AmazonMade of high-quality food-grade stainless steel with a BPA-free plastic lid, the SUNTQ 30oz Tumbler with Handle has been described as a great quality large mug that helps to keep drinks cool.
It comes with two lids: a spill-proof sipper lid with a straw and a sipping-friendly drinking hole, and a sliding lid for easy closing. The non-slip handle is long and wide, making it easy for your fingers to grasp too.
| Capacity: | 20oz |
| Material: | Stainless Steel, Plastic |
Best Stanley Cup alternatives for colourways
AmazonWhile this is actually a similar price to the actual Stanley cup, if you're struggling to get hold of the original, this could be the next best thing as it's one of the most brilliant Stanley Cup alternatives out there.
One mum customer mentioned that she bought it for postpartum life, and has found it really convenient to use. It also has a gorgeous array of colours, promises not to leak or spill and will keep drinks cold for up to 30 hours and hot for up to 12 hours.
Best Stanley Cup alternatives with straw lid
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Available in six different colours, this Grey Atlas Cup has two drinking methods: direct drinking and straw drinking. The inner walls and vacuum insulation will keep your drinks nice and cool.
It can store hot drinks, however the straw should only be used for cold drinks. The straw also comes with a convenient cap, to keep it protected.
| Capacity | N/A |
| Material: | Stainless Steel |
- Sturdy handle
- One hand operation lid
Best Stanley Cup alternatives for travel
AmazonThe Somerway Travel Mug 40oz Tumbler is "very large" and helps to keep cold drinks cooler for longer. Available in lots of different colourways too, cusomers thought the colour selection was great, and found colours true to image.
It's dishwasher safe, and also has a large handle, making it convenient and easy to carry.
| Dimensions: | 27.5 x 10cm |
| Capacity: | 40oz |
- Keeps drinks cold for up to 11 hours
- Keeps hot drinks hot for up to 7 hours
- Dishwasher safe
Best high street Stanley Cup alternatives
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Available in four colourways, the Manna Blue Ranger Cup has a 1.2litre capacity and closely reflects similar details to the Stanley Cup.
It's a contemporary design, with a sleek side handle and straw function. It can be used for hot and cold drinks, although it's advised to not use the straw function for hot drinks.
Best stylish Stanley Cup alternatives
AmazonWith a leak-proof and non-slip design, this Stanley Cup alternative is pretty similar to the original. The 40oz Tumbler with Handle doesn't have a logo for a seamless look, and it has vacuum-insulated walls to keep drinks hot or cold.
Some customers commented that it was a lot bigger than they were expecting, and also great value for money.
| Dimensions: | 8 x 8 x 26cm |
| Capacity: | 40oz |
Best Stanley Cup alternatives for kids
Amazon/Fisher PriceWhile not technically a Stanley Cup dupe for adults, this Fisher Price Laugh and Learn Coffee Mug looks like a toy version for your little one.
It's suitable for children aged six months and over, and has two interactive buttons that play more than 20 songs, sounds and phrases.
There's a peek-a-boo flip lid that reveals a rattle too.
Why Stanley cup?
What exactly makes the Stanley cup and subsequently, the Stanley cup alternatives, so great? With most adults needing about 1.5 to 2 litres of fluid a day, the large size is appealing to those of us looking to keep hydrated throughout the day.
Although it's available in multiple sizes: 14, 20, 30 and even 40 ounces in the US, you'll only be able to get your hands on a 1.2L version here in the UK. But still, it'll keep you going regardless and you'll only need to fill it twice to get your recommended water intake. It's a great option to add to your hospital bag checklist so you can keep hydrated and drink more easily via the straw while in labour.
Don't worry if you don't like straws though, the FlowState™ lid features a rotating cover with three positions: a straw opening which will resist splashes while holding the reusable straw in place, a drink opening, and a full-cover top.
The tapered, slim base means it will fit into your car or buggy cup holder too so you can ensure you're keeping topped up with liquid at all times, something us parents are notoriously bad at doing.
You can say goodbye to warm drinks too, as with the vacuum insulation of the Stanley cup your beverage will stay cold for 11 hours - or for two whole days when iced.
Better yet, it's dishwasher safe so there's no need to wash it by hand. Phew.
What is the difference between the Stanley cup in the US and UK?
They're pretty similar. As we've already mentioned, there are fewer sizes available in the UK compared to the US. There are also fewer colours to choose from if shopping in the UK. We have been told to expect more designs and colours in the future, but of course, there also plenty of Stanley Cup alternatives which might take your fancy instead.
Emily Gilbert is the Features & Reviews Editor for Mother&Baby and has written for the website and previously the magazine for six years. Specialising in product reviews, Emily is the first to know about all the exciting new releases in the parenting industry.