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12 Best Custom Tumblers

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Bryce Emley

April 5, 2024

In the era of emotional support water bottles, staying hydrated isn’t just a necessity — it’s a lifestyle. As such, the humble tumbler has become an indispensable companion for both hot and cold beverage drinkers everywhere.

In the wake of the explosive growth in popularity of Stanley tumblers, these increasingly ornamental pieces have become as much hydration devices as they are accessories. As daily work, errand, and travel companions, custom tumblers also serve as perfect canvases for your unique branding.

These days, there are about as many options for tumblers as there are beverages to pour into them. So how do you know which one is right for your needs? Whether you're looking for the ideal corporate gift or a trendy resale item, our list of the best tumblers should quench your thirst for custom drinkware options.

  • Best All-Around: Hydro Flask® All Around™ Tumbler 20oz
  • Best for Casual Sipping: Stanley Quencher H2.O FlowState™ Tumbler 40 oz
  • Best for Everyday Use: CamelBak Tumbler 20oz
  • Best for Road Trips: YETI Rambler 30oz Travel Mug with Stronghold Lid
  • Best Insulated Tumbler: Klean Kanteen Eco TKWide 16oz- Café cap
  • Most Unique: Hugo Copper Vacuum Insulated Tumbler 20oz
  • Best Straw: Lagom 16oz Tumbler w/ SS Straw
  • Most Versatile: Sherpa 11-oz. Vacuum Tumbler & Insulator
  • Best for the Office: Valhalla Copper Vacuum Insulated Camp Mug 14oz
  • Best Coffee Tumbler: Hydro Flask® Coffee Mug 12oz
  • Most Leak-Proof: elleven™ Leak Proof Copper Vacuum Tumbler 16oz
  • Best Eco-Friendly Option: Klean Kanteen Eco Rise 14oz Mug

Best All-Around

Hydro Flask® All Around™ Tumbler 20oz

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Key Features

  • TempShield® double-wall vacuum insulation
  • Straw-compatible
  • Cup holder friendly

If you’re looking for a cup that does everything well, you can stop reading and start designing an appropriately named Hydro Flask® All Around. This custom tumbler has premium double-wall vacuum insulation to keep your drink cold for a whole day and hot for nearly an entire workday. It’s also fully closeable, straw-compatible, fits most cup holders, and made from pro-grade stainless steel for lasting durability.

Size: 6.57” x 3.23” x 3.23”

Insulation Time: 24 hours cold, 6 hours hot

Color Options: White, Black

Minimum Quantity: 12

Best for Casual Sipping

Stanley Quencher H2.O FlowState™ Tumbler 40 oz

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Key Features

  • FlowState™ 3-position lid
  • Built for Life™ lifetime warranty
  • Made from recycled stainless steel

This wouldn’t be a custom drinkware roundup without the world’s trendiest tumbler. While the Quencher could be a bit bulky for some, it’s a convenient all-day sipper for the office, classroom, or around the house with one of the most spill-resistant lids on the market. It’s also backed by the peace of mind you get from Stanley’s renowned durability, lifetime warranty, and eco-conscious recycled stainless steel construction.

Size: 12.52” x 3.81” x 5.74”

Insulation Time: 11 hours cold, 7 hours hot, 2 days iced

Color Options: Frost, Stone, Ash, Black, Rose Quartz, Cream, Mist, Azure, Lilac

Minimum Quantity: 12

Best for Everyday Use

CamelBak Tumbler 20oz

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Key Features

  • Cup holder friendly
  • Spill-proof lid

For a tumbler that fits just about any situation — and cup holder — check out this double-wall cup from CamelBak. At 20oz, it’s got a slim profile that’s perfectly shaped for a car, backpack, stroller, or just about any other standard-size cup holder, but plenty of capacity to sip from all day. With a tri-flow spill-proof lid, it’s also going to ensure fluids only go where they’re wanted. To round it off, the handy silicone grip on the bottom keeps it in place anywhere while it shows off your custom design.

Size: 7” x 3.4” x 3.4”

Insulation Time: 10 hours cold, 5 hours hot

Color Options: White, Black, Sand

Minimum Quantity: 12

Best for Road Trips

YETI Rambler 30oz Travel Mug with Stronghold Lid

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Key Features

  • Leak-resistant lid
  • Extra-large capacity
  • Cup holder compatibility

Yeti mugs truly need no introduction, but here’s what you can expect from this high-capacity Rambler: renowned durability, cup holder compatibility, leak-resistant lid, and dishwasher-friendly cleaning. It's also available in a wide array of colors to complement your company logo.

Size: 5.1" x 5.1" x 8.3"

Color Options: White, Black, Red, Army Green, Aqua Marine, Navy

Minimum Quantity: 48

Best Insulated Tumbler

Klean Kanteen Eco TKWide 16oz- Café cap

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Key Features

  • Two days of cold time
  • Half a day of hot time
  • Sustainable construction

If longevity is the most important feature, the Eco TKWide from Klean Kanteen is as good as it gets. With an astounding 48 hours of cold time and 12 hours of hot, this is truly the best coffee tumbler for both hot and iced drinks. Plus, it’s made from 90% post-consumer recycled stainless steel rounded out by a durable chip-proof exterior, meaning it’s the perfect promotional product for those who value sustainability and performance.

Size: 8.65” x 3” x 3”

Insulation Time: 48 hours cold, 12 hours hot

Color Options: White, Black

Minimum Quantity: 12

Most Unique

Hugo Copper Vacuum Insulated Tumbler 20oz

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Key Features

  • 24-hour cold time rating
  • Distinctive exterior

Let’s face it — most tumblers look more or less the same. This Hugo tumbler, on the contrary, has a truly distinctive design. Its 24-hour cold time makes it an impressive performer, while its unique swirl construction makes it stand out among similar products as a branded giveaway at a trade show.

Size: 7” x 3.75” x 3.75”

Insulation Time: 24 hours cold, 8 hours hot

Color Options: Silver, Red

Minimum Quantity: 24

Best Straw

Lagom 16oz Tumbler w/ SS Straw

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Key Features

  • Includes stainless steel straw
  • Spill-proof sliding lid

For straw lovers, this option offers a perfect blend of features, style, and performance. With its distinctive dishwasher-safe stainless steel straw and press-in spill-proof lid, it’s a convenient work or travel companion that’s ideal for sipping. It’s a great option for a giveaway item or a corporate gift employees will genuinely love.

Size: 6.89” x 3.15” x 3.35”

Insulation Time: 9 hours cold

Color Options: White, Black, River Green, Navy

Minimum Quantity: 38

Most Versatile

Sherpa 11-oz. Vacuum Tumbler & Insulator

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Key Features

  • 10 available colors
  • Also keeps cans insulated

If you’re shopping for giveaways or company swag ideas that are as useful as they are versatile, consider the Sherpa. This 11 oz. tumbler is compact and perfect for everything from weekend day trips to weekday commutes. It fits perfectly in most cup holders and comes in a huge array of colors to match your custom design. Plus, it even doubles as a drink insulator for those who want to keep their canned drinks cold.

Size: 5.32” x 3.35” x 3.35”

Insulation Time: 9 hours cold, 5 hours hot

Color Options: White, Silver, Gray, Black, Red, Orange, Lime, Turquoise, Royal, Navy

Minimum Quantity: 25

Best for the Office

Valhalla Copper Vacuum Insulated Camp Mug 14oz

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Key Features

  • 24-hour cold time and 8-hour hot time
  • Synthetic cork bottom

While any of the tumblers on this list could work in an office, this Valhalla mug is perfectly suited for it. Technically billed as a camping mug, its construction has everything a desktop drinker needs: 14-ounce capacity, insulation for an entire workday of hot time, a convenient handle, and a synthetic cork bottom that’s both gentle and stable on surfaces.

Size: 5.49” x 4.53” x 3.35”

Insulation Time: 24 hours cold, 8 hours hot

Color Options: White, Black, Navy

Minimum Quantity: 12

Best Coffee Tumbler

Hydro Flask® Coffee Mug 12oz

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Key Features

  • Convenient size
  • TempShield™ insulation
  • Closeable Sliding Lid

With this tumbler, you can savor every sip with a soft touch finish so you can hold your mug comfortably. It’s the best coffee tumbler (or canned beverage tumbler) on the market and should be right at home on the job, on the trail, or next to a roaring campfire.

Size: 4.29” x 4.72” x 4.10”

Insulation Time: 15 hours iced, 3 hours cold, 1.5 hours hot

Color Options: Green

Minimum Quantity: 12

Most Leak-Proof

elleven™ Leak Proof Copper Vacuum Tumbler 16oz

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Key Features

  • Unique geometric design
  • Includes one-piece premium gift box

For frequent travelers, commuters, or parents of young children, leak-proof drinkware is essential — and the elleven™ is as leak-proof as it gets. Featuring a distinctive geometric-cut exterior, this sipper is designed specifically to keep fluids right where you want them.

Size: 8.66” x 2.83” x 2.83”

Insulation Time: 24 hours cold, 8 hours hot

Color Options: Black

Minimum Quantity: 12

Best Eco-Friendly Option

Klean Kanteen Eco Rise 14oz Mug

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Key Features

  • Climate Lock™ vacuum insulation
  • Unique handle design

For environmentally-conscious brands (and really, every brand), it’s important to prioritize swag and giveaway options that are as eco-friendly as possible. Klean Kanteen specializes in sustainable drinkware, and their Eco Rise mug is no exception. With a uniquely modern design, Climate Lock™ vacuum insulation, dynamic lid, and exceptional insulation time, it truly checks every box.

Size: 3.90” x 5.17” x 3.82”

Insulation Time: 16 hours cold, 4 hours hot

Color Options: Asphalt

Minimum Quantity: 12

How We Made Our Picks

To make our picks for the best tumblers, we broke each option down by the following criteria:

  • Features: Aside from double-wall insulation, each tumbler was judged by additional features like included straw, compatibility with cup holders, splash resistance, lid opening style, and miscellaneous perks.
  • Design: To ensure each option looks distinctive and offers versatility, we considered design specifications like available colors, exterior construction, material construction, and unique design elements.
  • Insulation time: All the best tumbler options on this list are double-walled and keep fluids cold for a minimum of several hours — or hot for a minimum of one hour)
  • Capacity: As capacity in itself isn’t an indicator of what makes the best insulated tumbler, we wanted to maintain a diverse range of sizing options, from single serving size to all-day drinkability.

What to Look for in a Tumbler

Features that make for the best tumbler for one person might not make even a good tumbler for another. To help narrow down the options to the one that’s right for you, consider these factors:

  • Size: Capacity is just one part of the equation — it’s also worth considering physical dimensions of the tumbler itself. Some of the larger options can be a bit unwieldy for daily use, while smaller options may not have enough capacity for all-day use.
  • Cost: Though each of these is available only as a bulk custom order, it’s worth considering how the cost per unit will stack up. To keep prices down, consider an option with a lower per-unit price.
  • Minimum Order: Most custom tumbler options are available for a minimum order of 12, but it can be worthwhile to check that the one you choose has a minimum order that aligns with your ordering plans.
  • Design Options: If you plan to include your company logo, and that logo includes distinctive colors, consider picking a tumbler with available color options that align with your branding.

Finding the Best Tumbler for Your Brand

Finding the best tumbler for your particular brand will be a balancing act as you consider all the factors above. You want it to be affordable, but represent your brand effectively; meanwhile you want it to have the features your market cares about while being sensitive to their usual needs.

Not sure you’re sold on a tumbler? Consider a custom water bottle. And to help people keep their fluids as cold (or hot) as possible, consider pairing your branded drinking vessel of choice with a backpack cooler bag.

Custom Tumbler FAQs

What's the Most Popular Tumbler?

As of right now, the Stanley Quencher is the most popular tumbler on the market. This is in large part because of its coverage by social media and television personalities, which noted its strong insulation performance and attractive color options.

Which Is Better: Stanley or Yeti?

This depends on what you’re looking for — Stanley cups are more popular at the moment and have great features like included straws, long insulation times, and a number of attractive color opinions.

What Tumbler Keeps Cold the Longest?

The Klean Kanteen Eco TKWide 16oz- Café cap keeps fluids cold the longest — rated at 48 hours cold time, this is the most effectively insulated option on our list.

Bryce Emley

Bryce Emley

About the Author

Based in New Mexico, Bryce Emley is a seasoned content writer and expert in the realms of custom apparel and eCommerce. Holding an MFA in Creative Writing, he seamlessly blends his passions, specializing in insightful content that bridges the gap between innovative apparel solutions and digital commerce trends. Beyond his professional pursuits, Bryce is an avid creator, channeling his creativity into poetry, screenplays, and creative nonfiction. In his leisure time, he has a penchant for collecting unique, vintage anime t-shirts, showcasing his love for both rare finds and the artistry of apparel design.