The Internet-Famous Stanley Tumbler Is Worth the Hype — and on Sale

I remember the first time I was introduced to Stanley — not a person, but the drinkware and gear brand that's not-so-quietly taken over social media. I was visiting Hutton Brickyards, a quaint retreat in upstate New York, when my coffee arrived in a giant Stanley thermos that I fell in love with. I was so enamored with the retro-inspired hammertone design that it even made an appearance in one of my few TikTok videos to date. (I'm working on posting more, OK?)

If you've spent any time on X (formerly known as Twitter) or TikTok in recent months, then you've seen that the Stanley Tumbler has been the subject of some pretty heated discourse. Viral videos show fans running through Target to buy limited-edition colors, others document households with wall mounts stocked full of the drinkware, and then there are the claims the popular cups contain lead. (Spoiler alert: they don't.) All of the hype has led many — frankly, myself included — to ask earnestly: is the Stanley tumbler really worth all of the internet hype, or is it simply another TikTok fad?

When the brand offered to send me the Quencher H2.0 FlowState Tumbler ($20, originally $25) — I knew I couldn't say no. After all, I've seen it splashed all across my TikTok feed and countless times IRL. The bottle is famously massive, coming in at 40 ounces, and has racked up thousands of five-star reviews across the board, not to mention a very passionate fan base (emphasis on "very") that attests it's one of the best innovations to date. Curious about whether it would just become another water bottle in my collection or if it would actually change my life, I put it to the test. Check out my honest review of the Stanley Tumbler ahead.

Quencher H2.0 FlowState Tumbler

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In my book, the perfect tumbler is one that's durable and designed to hold up well over time, easy to travel with thanks its practical handle, leak-proof (because nobody wants spillage), and also stylish enough that it feels like it elevates your look outside of the house — rather than taking away from it.

What don't I like about this Stanley tumbler is the real question. I've had it for about a while now, and it's become my day-to-day companion, which is saying something because I'm the dehydrated one of the friend group. I'm low-key shocked to admit that it's earned a spot on my bedside table in case I wake up thirsty in the night, it spends all day on my desk throughout the day (filled with sparkling water from my apartment building), and I've even been bringing it to Orangetheory classes in the evening. Thanks to this water bottle, I'm confident I'm the most hydrated I've ever been.

Despite the tumbler's massive size, it's still portable and practical thanks to its large handle. It even has a narrow base that can fit into your cup holder. (I'm not positive it fits into every cup holder in existence, but it fits in my Mini Cooper's just fine.) One thing you might not realize about this tumbler is that the straw isn't the only way to drink it. You can also twist the top in case you'd rather sip your beverage straight out of the tumbler (which I've done in very thirsty moments). I also love how you can spin the lid and cover the straw opening to prevent spills when you're on the go.

Oh, and I can't forget to mention that it keeps drinks cold legitimately all day. The brand says it can do so for up to 11 hours, but I'm convinced it's kept mine colder even longer than that. Sometimes when I take a sip of it in the night, I'm surprised to find that it's still refreshing and not lukewarm like a normal glass of water would be.

One thing worth noting about the Stanley tumbler is that it's not entirely leakproof (I learned this the hard way when I flipped it upside down to test it), but that's not something that's promised by the brand. That might be important to keep in mind if it's a dealbreaker for you. Another thing? It's no stranger to selling out, so if you catch it in stock and want one, consider yourself lucky.

This tumbler is best for those who want to stay hydrated without having to refill their water bottle over and over again throughout the day. It's also a brilliant gift idea for the person in your life who needs to drink more water or your zeitgeisty friend who knows all of the trends. I'm not sure I'd run through a Target mob in pursuit of one, but it's definitely incentivized me to drink more water throughout the day. And with all the product's unique colorways and designs, anyone can find a style that's perfectly suited to them.

In addition to the brand's website, the Stanley tumbler is sold on Amazon, and it just got restocked in plenty of fun colors. You can also find the viral tumbler at Dick's Sporting Goods and REI.

Rating:
★★★★★

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Marisa Petrarca is a contributor for POPSUGAR Commerce and has more than five years of experience writing and editing beauty, fashion, and lifestyle content.