Ditch the Quencher: People love these Stanley cup alternatives

Stanley Quenchers, the giant 40-ounce cups you’ve seen everywhere, are worth their hefty $45 price tag, if you ask us. They keep drinks cold all day long and come in so many attractive color options. But a $45 water bottle isn’t in everyone’s budget.

If you want to ditch single-use plastic and upgrade to a reusable water bottle that fits your finances and lifestyle, read on. We found Stanley Cup lookalikes that cost less and give you a similar drinking experience. We also found tumblers that you might like better than Stanley because of their lead-free construction. (Stanley cups use a small bead of lead to seal their steel layers and create double-walled vacuum insulation. This bead does not come into contact with your beverage.)

These Stanley Quencher alternatives from Amazon and Walmart come in a variety of vibrant colors, feature handles and straws, and are designed to fit in cup holders despite their large size. These customer-favorite cups all have a four-star rating or higher and have numerous positive reviews praising the cups’ ability to keep drinks at the desired temperature.

Hydroflask All Around Travel Mug (40 oz.)

The 40-ounce Hydroflask All Around travel mug, available in 14 colors, costs $5 less than Stanley. The double-walled, vacuum-insulated interior keeps drinks cold for as long as a Quencher. Some reviewers prefer Hydroflask’s cup thanks to its lead-free design and splash-proof lid: it keeps the water in even if the cup tips over.

“Great quality as always from Hydroflask,” says one reviewer. “Not only does it not contain lead, it doesn’t dump everywhere when it falls over like the Stanley does.”

Another reason to love Hydroflask? You have the option to customize the color of your cup for an additional $5, choosing different options for the cup, lid, and reusable straw. For an even more personalized tumbler, you can add an engraving ($6).

Simple Modern Cup with Handle (40 oz.)

This Stanley lookalike keeps drinks hot and cold for hours and has a leak-proof lid. Find this cup in no fewer than 27 colors and prints.

The Simple Modern Cup with Handle has a 4.8 star rating on Amazon from over 29,000 reviews.

“When I discovered this hydration masterpiece, it was as if the universe aligned to deliver the perfect vessel for my sacred mission of optimal hydration,” says one enthusiastic Amazon customer. “This cup has become my faithful companion and ensures that every sip is a refreshing step towards hydrological enlightenment.”

Ozark Trail Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Cup (40 oz.)

This very affordable cup keeps your drinks cold for up to 25 hours and hot for up to six hours. The lid has two openings: one for a straw and another wider opening for drinking. The lid is spill-resistant. This cup is backed by a lifetime warranty.

The Ozark Trail Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Cup has a 4.6 star rating on Walmart. One reviewer wrote, “I’ve bought several of these because I love them so much and my family keeps stealing them! They keep the ice frozen for days and my drink is always ice cold. Much better than a Stanley and much more affordable!! Currently I have two more in my cart to purchase!”

Maars Charger Insulated Travel Mug with Handle (40 oz.)

This insulated cup is available in a variety of color and texture options. Find cups in ombre and solid colours, plus cups with a ‘soft’ finish. There are 13 options in total. This 4.4 star rated cup can keep your drinks hot and cold.

“I got this cup for my birthday,” says an Amazon customer. “It holds 40 ounces, fits in the cup holder, doesn’t sweat, the outside doesn’t feel cold, it holds the ice for at least two days and stays in my hand all the time. I use it all day, every day with my iced drinks, I knocked it off my desk at least three times, not even a scratch.”

Coffee Mug with Handle (40 oz.)

This colorful mug keeps drinks cold for up to nine hours and hot drinks, such as coffee or tea, hot for up to six hours. The leak-proof lid has an opening for a straw and an opening for sipping.

The coffee mug with handle has a 4.4 star rating on Amazon. One reviewer wrote, “Keeps the ice in for over twelve hours,” says an Amazon customer. “I love it, the quality is great and it fits in the cup holder of the car.”

Yeti Rambler Tumbler (42 oz.)

When it comes to water bottles, the Yeti name is almost as trendy as Stanley. The brand’s colorful, insulated cups are a hit with CBS Essentials readers.

Reviewers rave about how well Yeti tumblers maintain their temperature all day long. “I left the ice cubes for two days and they have kept very well,” says one.

Yeti Ramblers are dishwasher safe. While the cup can be used for hot and cold drinks, the included BPA-free Rambler straw lid cannot. You’ll want to add a $10 MagSlider lid instead for use with hot drinks.

Yeti Rambler cups are available in four core colors, with five special edition colors currently available, including the newest color, big wave blue. Customization is possible for an additional fee.