Stanley Quencher (40oz)

Stanley Quencher Tumbler

Highlights: Viral, large handle, cupholder-friendly

What you'll learn:

1. ​Why is Stanley popular?
2. What makes Stanley good?
3. ​What is not good about Stanley?
4. How good is Stanley's insulation?
5. How durable are Stanley bottles?
6. Are Stanley bottles dishwasher safe?
7. Do Stanley bottles fit in cupholders?
8. What are alternatives to Stanley?

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Stanley Quencher Review

Overview

Stanley is a classic brand that introduced vacuum insulated thermoses to many people.  But more recently, the company's resurgence is thanks to their virally-popular Quencher series bottle.

Using a combination of colorful bottles and influencers touting the bottle's convenience and design, this bottle went viral and became more of a lifestyle choice for many consumers.

Stanley's popular tumbler design has since led to similar designs from nearly all major competitors, including YETI, Hydro Flask, and more recently Owala.

Why Buy?

• Large Side-Mounted Handle: The handle is comfy to hold, and is large enough to fit a full-hand grip.  Because it's rigid, it's very easy to pick up and take when you when you're around the house or on the road.
• Viral: Almost everyone, even people who do not care about reusable water bottles, has surely seen Stanley's Quencher.  If you're looking for a bottle that people will recognize, this is a great choice.
• Many Colors: Stanley has over 30 color options to choose from, and they continue to release limited edition series bottles.
• Cupholder Friendly: The tapered design lets this large bottle fit in most standard cup holders.

Why Avoid?

• Leaks: The Quencher lid famously is not leakproof, even when the straw is removed and the dial is turned to "closed."
• Bulky: While convenient to carry, the large handle makes the bottle much heavier and bulkier.
• Below-Average Insulation: The dual-wall insulation is certainly better than nothing, and potentially Stanley's greatest viral moment was when a customer's car caught on fire but the tumbler survived and still had ice.  However, our testing shows that the Quencher tumbler performs below-average when compared to other dual-wall vacuum insulated bottles and tumblers.

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Stanley Quencher FAQs

• Are Stanley's dishwasher safe? | Yes, though the lid should go in the top rack or utensil tray.
• Are Stanley's worth it? | Yes, if you are looking for a popular bottle from a trusted brand that is cupholder friendly.  If you're looking for a more bang-for-your-buck option or one that doesn't leak, then other tumblers may be more appealing.
• Are Stanley's safe, or are they bad for you? | Everything we've seen indicates that Stanley bottles are safe to use.  They are made of food-grade stainless steel and food-safe plastic for the lids and straws.
• Are Stanley's leak-proof? | No, Stanley Quencher bottles are famously not leak-proof, even if you have the straw removed and the dial set to "closed."
• Are Stanley's still popular or out of style? | Yes, Stanley Quenchers are still massively popular with many audiences, though trends seem to be shifting as new upstarts like Owala gain traction.
• Are Stanley's BPA-free? | Yes, Stanley bottles are made of stainless steel and food-safe plastic, both of which are BPA-free.
• Are Stanley's lead-free? | No, Stanley bottles use a lead-based solder to seal the vacuum.  The solder is located on the bottom of the bottle, and it is only exposed and potentially dangerous if your bottle has extreme damage (and in that case you probably need a new bottle anyways).

How Do You Clean a Stanley Quencher?

Video coming soon!
For now, check out our general cleaning guide for large stainless steel bottles.

Sip or Skip Stat Sheet

Our Sip or Skip stat sheets combine all the information above in one easy-to-use format to make comparing bottles easier.

Stanley Quencher Stat Sheet

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Stanley Quencher (40oz)

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Popular Alternatives

Before you buy, it may be worth looking at these other options.

Hydro Flask

Hydro Flask Tumbler (40oz)

This tumbler is more leak-resistant and is even easier to clean than Stanley's Quencher.

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Simple Modern

Simple Modern (40oz)

This tumbler has much better insulation, and it's also more leak-resistant.

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Brumate

Brumate (40oz)

Brumate's design is one of the only truly leak-proof tumblers with an exposed straw on top.

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Recommended Accessories

Bottle Brush Kit

Great for your regular cleaning every 2-4 days.

​ This kit includes a large brush to clean in the bottle, a detailing brush to clean the threads and lid, a straw cleaner, and hangers so you can stay organized.

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Cleaning Tablets

Recommended to use these once per month.

In additional to regular weekly cleaning, deep-cleaning your bottle once per month is usually a good idea to prevent germs and buildup, especially around seals.

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Bottle Boot

Great for protecting your bottle.

Big bottles are expensive, heavy, and made of steel.  That combination of factors often leads to dents on the bottom, but boots help significantly reduce damage.

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And Just for Fun (and Better Tasting Water)

Fruit Infuser

As a bonus, check out our FlavorFuze Pod drop-in fruit infuser to make your water fun!  Skip the soda or flavor pods with artificial sweeteners (like Cirkul) and add healthy flavors with natural fruit each day.  The pod is easy to remove when you're done thanks to a big handle on top, making for a healthy mid-day snack.

It comes with two lids.  One is a splash-guard style lid that fits in wide mouth Hydro Flasks, and the other is a drop-in style lid that fits in nearly all wide mouth bottles (including Owala FreeSips, YETI Ramblers, Stanley Quenchers, Hydro Flasks, and many more).

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