Save & sip: 5 Stanley Cup dupes worth splurging on

To the untrained eye, a Stanley Cup is nothing more than a large, portable, beverage container, but the drink bottle alternative has somehow managed to enthral the globe nonetheless. 

The insulated travel-friendly cup rose to popularity on TikTok in response to app users' concern over disposable straws and the threat they posed to marine life. Anyone remember TikTok's 'save the turtles' era? We sure do. 

Investing in a reusable alternative to a traditional plastic straw became a must, emotional support water bottles became a need, and thus a generation's obsession with an insulated tumbler cup began. 

The Stanley Cup's price tag is not something we're obsessed however; the Stanley Cup Quencher H2.0 800ml ($70 from The Iconic) and the Stanley Cup Quencher H2.0 1.2L ($80 from The Iconic) both retail for more than $50 a pop. 

Considering the current state of affairs, (hello, we're in the middle of a cost of living crisis) dropping that much cash on a travel cup is not essential. 

So we've found Stanley Cup alternatives or dupes, if you will, if you're trying to save a cent or two where you can. Ahead, BEAUTYcrew's top Stanley Cup dupes...

2024's Top 3 Stanley Cup Dupes

1. Oasis Stainless Steel Double Wall Insulated 'Commuter' Travel Tumbler, $30.56, Kogan
2.Avanti HydroQuench Insulated Tumbler, $29.95, Victoria's Basement
3. Typo The Traveller Metal Tumbler, $39.99, Cotton On

Oasis Stainless Steel Double Wall Insulated 'Commuter' Travel Tumbler
from $30.56 at Kogan

This is the most similar dupe on the market for a Stanley Cup. It's made from the same materials as the cult-favourite cup and holds as much liquid. The key difference between the two is a Stanley cup promises to keep liquids cold for up to 48 hours, whereas this pick from Oasis will keep liquids chilled for up to 12 hours. It can also be used to keep the temperature of hot beverages for up to seven hours. 

Key features:

Double wall vacuum insulated stainless steel 1.2L cup
Keeps drinks cold for up to 12 hours / hot for up to 7 hours
Splash-proof, multifunctional lid with 3-point revolving dial.
Durable powdercoat finish / reusable Tritan straw / ergonomic soft-grip handle
BPA and phthalate free

Available at:

• $30.56 from Kogan
• $31.96 from Catch
• $38.97 from MYER

Avanti HydroQuench Insulated Tumbler
from $29.95 at Victoria's Basement

If you like options, then this 1L Avanti cup is likely right up your alley. It's equipped with two straws and two lids — a leakproof and airtight sipper lid, and a splash-proof multifunction lid with a 3-point revolving dial. 

Key features:

Aircore double wall vacuum insulated 1L stainless steel cup
Soft touch exterior / Ergonomic grip carry handle / Includes two extra straws
Condensation free / leakproof airtight sipper lid / Splash-proof multifunction lid with 3-point revolving dial
BPA free and phthalate-free

Available at:

• $29.95 from Victoria's Basement
  
• $24 from Peter's of Kensington
• $38.95 from Amazon Australia

Typo The Traveller Metal Tumbler
from $39.99 at Cotton On

Without a doubt the most aesthetically pleasing pick on this list, Aussie brand Typo's sleek take on the Stanley Cup can hold up to 1.2L of the hot or cold beverage of your choice. However, word to the wise, this option is hand wash only so we'd recommend investing in a bottle brush to properly clean the cup's reusable straw. 

Key features:

1.2L double walled stainless steel cup
Keeps drinks cold or warm
Hand wash only (not microwave or dishwasher safe)

Available at:

• $39.99 from Cotton On

Smash Blue Mega Tumbler
from $14 at Big W

This limited-edition, splash-resistant tumbler from Smash holds up to 1.2L of liquids and has a two in one lid to cater to all your sipping and chugging needs. 

Key features:

1.2L insulated cup
2-in-1 lid (for sipping or chugging)
Splash resistant
Limited edition design

Available at:

• $14 from Big W

Anko Tumbler with Handle
from $15 at Kmart

Trust Anko to come up with a budget-friendly option to a luxury product. This pick is just $15 and holds up to 1.18L of hot or cold liquid, and retains the temperature of your beverage of choice for up to four hours.

Key features:

1.18L double wall stainless steel cup
Keeps hot or cold for up to four hours
Comfortable grip handle

Available at:

• $15 from Kmart

Main image credit:@shaymitchell

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