The 9 Best Coffee Thermoses to Buy in 2018

The best overall thermoses take versatility, convenience, reliability, and affordability and combine these features in high-quality products. Perfect as gifts or for yourself, these classic thermoses get the job done and look good doing it.

The Thermos Vacuum Insulated Compact Beverage Bottle might not have the catchiest name, but it’s a great product. This stainless steel thermos keeps coffee hot for 12 hours and ice coffee cold for 24. It features the convenient twist-and-pour top of the Thermos brand Stainless King, but offers a much more compact and light design. You can buy this sleek thermos in 16-, 25- or 32-ounce sizes.

Another hugely popular and reliable thermos that makes the “best overall” category is the Stanley Classic Vacuum Bottle. With its recognizable design, this simple thermos works well, keeping liquid hot or cold for 15 hours and iced for up to 60. Available in green or blue and in several sizes, the Stanley thermos is a great option for everyday use. It also boasts a lifetime warranty and thousands of five-star reviews on Amazon.

One of the most popular thermoses on the market is also one of the most affordable. The Contigo AUTOSEAL travel mug is an Amazon #1 Best Seller with more than 18,000 reviews and an almost perfect rating. Inexpensive and durable, the Contigo AUTOSEAL is available in dozens of colors and either a 16- or 20-ounce size. This affordable option will keep coffee hot for 5 hours and iced coffee chilled for up to 12 hours. The easy-to-use, spill-proof, button-release top makes for a convenient and trustworthy travel mug.

A large thermos is a perfect way to bring A LOT of hot coffee with you each morning. Not only will this help you save money, but bringing coffee from home also means that you can customize the brew. And with this large thermos, you can bring enough to share with friends or coworkers.

The Thermos brand Stainless King 68-ounce vacuum insulated container is a great option, perfect for camping, hiking, hunting, and the workplace. Hugely popular and just plain huge, this Thermos will keep all 8 1/2 cups of coffee warm for 24 hours. It features a twist pour spout at the top and a cap that doubles as a mug. The spill- and sweat-proof design is made of stainless steel and perfect for throwing in a backpack. This classic Thermos is available in stainless steel, black, and blue.

While the 68-ounce Thermos King is a good informal sharing option, the Creimo Thermal Carafe is designed for feeding a crowd. This insulated carafe is perfect for serving hot coffee in a meeting or at home, keeping your brew warm for at least 12 hours. The Creimo Thermal Carafe has a comfortable handle and an easy-to-use, no-spill spout; it is also made of stainless steel and comes with a one year warranty.

If you like to keep your coffee hot, but you don’t like the design of travel thermoses, you may want to try an Avito Stainless Steel Coffee Mug. This two-piece set of brushed steel cups is shaped like a traditional mug and features a smooth handle. With an optional lid for maximum warmth, this mug allows users to keep their coffee as hot as possible without burning your hand or losing comfort. The two-walled stainless steel insulation works for cold drinks as well. It is a particularly durable option for coffee lovers with a hectic workplace where mugs might be broken. These mugs hold 14 ounces each.

There are so many thermoses on the market that will keep your coffee hot and won’t spill​ but have a traditional, metallic design. If you're looking for something a bit more fun, try the Hydro Flask which still has all the benefits of a classic thermos. You can buy one of these vacuum insulated stainless steel coffee or beverage bottles in more than a dozen colors including kiwi, blueberry, lemon, and olive. The sleek cylindrical design, matte-colored steel, and minimalist cap give the Hydro Flask one of the coolest looks on the market while keeping your drink hot or cold. Keep coffee hot for up to 6 hours and iced water chilled for 24.

If you like sipping hot coffee during your morning drive, walk, or ride, try the Contigo SnapSeal Travel Mug. This thermos holds 20 ounces of liquid that will stay hot for 7 hours and cold for 18. The SnapSeal lid prevents spills, perfect for a crowded subway or throwing your thermos in a backpack. Offered in several colors, this thermos features a comfortable rubber sleeve and is dishwasher safe.

The Thermos Brand Stainless King Travel Tumbler is a wide-mouthed, insulated mug that will fit in your cup holder. Available with or without a handle and in seven colors, this thermos also features a tea bag hook for tea drinkers. The unique lid is easy to use and stops spills. The interior and exterior steel prevents sweating and allows for 7 hours of hot liquid and 18 hours of cold. It’s a great mug for commuting and can hold 16 ounces of coffee or tea.