Top 13+ insulated tumbler brands, ranked worst to best

13. Contigo

Contigo is a non-hyped brand specializing in drinkware you can find on Amazon and at numerous outdoor retailers. The double-wall, vacuum-insulated tumblers range in size from 10 ounces to 24 ounces. Most of the tumblers keep your drink hot for three to five hours and cold for up to 12 hours, which doesn't exactly keep up with some of its competitors. While the insulation isn't as good as it could be, the lids have legit seals that ensure there really are no spills. This is Contigo's point-of-pride: easy-to-use, spill-free, dishwasher-safe lids, which have a 100% Life-Proof guarantee.

The insulated tumblers are easy to hold and relatively easy to drink from, many of which have a one-handed click to open the auto lock lid mechanism, though some may find the smaller-than-normal opening a bit annoying. They are compatible with most cupholders for ease of travel. In a variety of sizes, each with a distinct ergonomic shape, they come in a wide variety of colors to choose from. Regardless, they are somewhat lacking in aesthetic appeal and leave something to be desired when it comes to design. They scale on the pricier side, regardless of not being the best insulated or most stylish tumbler on the market.

12. Frank Green

Frank Green is an Australian-designed insulated tumbler brand that quickly gained popularity due to its unique look. While its line is much smaller than some other insulated tumbler brands, it does offer a range of sizes and colors in its core design, the original Ceramic Reusable Cup.

Conveniently available in 8, 10, 12, and 16 ounces, the Ceramic Reusable Cup is designed with triple-wall vacuum insulation. Regardless, it doesn't keep your beverage truly hot for more than a couple of hours. On the flip side, it's got a pretty foolproof lid. It has a center push button that unlocks the drinking opening. This is quite secure, and you can easily load this tumbler right into your bike water bottle holder while you ride to work worry-free. On the downside, the drink opening is small.

Each of its tumblers is stainless steel and ceramic-lined so as not to absorb flavors and aromas. While the tumbler itself isn't dishwasher safe, the lids are. Overall, Frank Green tumblers have a nice, clean design that fits into cup holders, backpack pockets, and most other water bottle holders. Available in nearly 20 colors, with an option to customize the three main parts of the tumbler (body, lid, push button), you're sure to find something that fits your vibe here. Not to mention, the brand offers monogramming for those very enthusiastic to-go-cup people. Frank Green is more expensive, and though these aren't the best-insulated tumblers out there, they sure are fun.

9. Camelbak

Camelbak has become a household name when it comes to hydration since it started in 1989. It makes a handful of styles ranging in volume from 10 ounces up to 30 ounces, so you can choose just what level of hydration you want. 

Two lid variations are available, one with a slide function open-and-close, and the other with a straw option, if sipping is your preference. While both have reasonable splash-resistance seals, you'll want to be sure the tumblers stay upright, or you will certainly see some leaks. For this reason, Camelbak manages to stay middle of the pack.

The 18/8 stainless steel construction has double-walled vacuum insulation, keeping your hot drinks hot for up to five hours and your cold drinks cold for up to 10 hours. The non-slip silicone pad on the base helps with a bit of grip on slick surfaces. All of its insulated tumblers have a full powder coat finish. Camelbak has also made them dishwasher-approved for easy cleaning.

Its Horizon model, in a mid-size, is sleek, easy to hold, and fits in most cup holders. As you opt up in size, the tumbler gets taller, becoming a bit tippy. Particularly the 30-ounce, which has a narrower bottom. With a choice of five plus colors, Camelbak has created a good insulated tumbler line-up with decent insulation, a wide-variety of volume options, and an easy-to-use and clean design.

8. BrüMate

BrüMate is newer to the world of beverage insulation, but it has quickly gained traction with its extensive line of leak-free drinkware. Its tumbler standout is the Nav, a sleek and standard tumbler that comes in 22 and 32 ounces. The triple-insulated stainless steel design keeps beverages hot for four hours and cold for 24 hours. And while that's mid-level insulation, the real star here is its patented BevLock Leakproof lid. The lid includes a slide-and-flip double feature with a magnetic closure, keeping your drink contained even when tipped upside down.

The tapered shape makes it easy to hold and store in most cup holders; however, the narrow bottom does leave it feeling a little tippy, something BrüMate combats by adding a non-slip base. With over 10 colors to choose from, including limited editions, shiny Onyx Leopard, and glowy Glitter Rose Gold, you can easily find one that fits your personality. There are also customization options, so you can tag your initials or an icon to easily identify your cup. At a mid-to-high price point, BrüMate offers mid-level insulated tumblers with a stellar lid that doesn't skimp on looks. Bonus: its five-year warranty ensures the Nav tumbler retains its hot/cold insulation and leakproof guarantee, along with any other defects in craftsmanship.

5. Thermos

Thermos is a familiar name when it comes to insulated food and drink storage. Over the years, it's tweaked its models and expanded its drinkware line with new technologies, shapes, and sizes. It's created a solid line-up of insulated tumblers that include The Icon Tumbler, the Stainless King Tumbler, and the Alta Tumbler. All take shape in a couple of sizes ranging from 12 ounces up to 24 ounces. The stainless steel, vacuum-insulated construction keeps drinks hot for up to seven hours and cold for up to 22 hours. These are some of the best-insulated tumblers in terms of heat retention, in part due to the lids.

There are a few lid options to choose from, all of which have screw-on bases and click-and-turn openings, making a leak-free design. The additional lid insulation and leak-free technology are a big plus for these tumblers, however, it also makes them a bit more cumbersome to open. Overall, the tumblers are a relatively sleek design, with a standard taper to fit cup holders, an anti-slip rubber base, and an easy-to-hold shape. Thermos tumblers are also dishwasher safe, making them easy to clean and refill with your next drink of choice. With six colors to choose from, this is a great insulated tumbler brand that is reasonably priced. Bonus: Thermos will cover any defects found under its five-year warranty.

4. Hydro Flask

Hydro Flask has been designing insulated drinkware from Bend, Oregon, since 2009. The various models of insulated tumblers include the All Around Tumbler, the All Around Travel Tumbler (a handle version), the Wine Tumbler, and the Outdoor Tumbler. All are made from 18/8 pro-grade stainless steel with double-wall vacuum insulation. On average, the tumblers keep drinks hot for up to six hours and cold for roughly 24 hours. This puts Hydro Flask in the upper bracket of insulation.

The tumbles range in size from a small 10-ounce to a large 40-ounce option, with many volumes in between. Both a reusable pree-in straw lid and a single-piece press-on lid are available and interchangeable between tumblers. The drink open-closure is an easy, one-handed use that lets enough liquid through without getting in the way of your sip. Overall, the lids have slightly more insulation than some of their counterparts, and the tumblers, as a whole, make for a great commuter companion.

The small and mid-size tumblers have a sleek and slightly tapered shape that slides nicely into a standard cup holder and are comfortable to carry. Hydro Flask is a bit more logo-heavy than some of the other tumblers, but if that doesn't bother you, you'll find it to be a timeless design. One that comes in a basic six colors with customizable color options. Hydro Flask's lifetime warranty guarantees defects outside of normal wear and tear. Midpoint in price, Hydro Flask makes a well-designed, all-around tumbler.

1. Klean Kanteen

Klean Kanteen is a feel-good brand making quality drinkware, all while striving to be as sustainable as possible through its climate-neutral, certified B Corp, and 1% For The Planet certifications. Its three insulated tumbler models come in a variety of sizes. All of them are made of certified 90% post-consumer recycled 18/8 stainless steel. While the small Rise wine tumbler is significantly less insulated due to its open top, the other tumblers keep drinks hot for up to 14 hours and cold for up to 47 hours.

The incredible insulation properties are in large part due to the high-quality lids. The TKWide insulated model is one of the absolute best-insulated tumblers on the market with its bullet-proof Café Cap. The lid is a five-part, screw-on design that helps to retain heat and is leak-free. It has a twist-and-click feature to open. Three other compatible lids are sold separately, giving you a choice of a water bottle cap, a smoothie sip opening, or a fitted straw closure. All parts are dishwasher-safe.

Klean Kanteen's tumblers are tall and slim in design, easily fitting in a standard cup holder and your hand. Certain models have a powder coat finish, making them extra scratch-resistant. They are available in five cheery colors, plus brushed stainless steel. Priced similarly to many of its competitors, Klean Kantean is the best-insulated tumbler brand when value, product efficiency, and ethics are consider.