Capacity: This will depend on where you are going and what you are doing, but maybe you’ll want something that you can sip from all day, or just have one drink Going for ceramic or glass travel mugs will help maintain the flavor of your coffee or tea. They're also easier to clean since you can pop them right in the dishwasher. However, they won't hold the heat of your drink as well as other materials. In other words, if you just want something to keep at your desk, a ceramic or glass coffee travel mug will suit just fine. We complete our list of the best travel mugs with a modern classic from Danish company Bodum. While they have been making household and kitchen appliances since the 1950s, Bodum exploded onto the scene of travel mugs around a decade ago – now they are everywhere! Fuss-free maintenance: It has a convenient two-part lid for thorough cleaning and all parts are dishwasher friendly. Just pop it in with your other dishes and it’ll be ready to go again. Along with its gorgeous silicone sleeve exterior, we love this insulated bottle because it's super portable and cute. Our shopping writer Kenedee tested this amid a busy weekend with her godson. With no free hands to carry the travel mug, she was able to toss the bottle in her tote thanks to its leakproof lid, and it's safe to say no spills were made.

Dry with the lid off As most travel mugs are leakproof, leaving them to dry with the lid on will likely trap humidity and odours inside.

If you’re traveling long distances and want to keep your coffee hot all day, a metal insulated mug might be best for you. However, for those who are more sensitive to a metallic taste, a stainless steel travel mug may affect your enjoyment of the coffee. Like the Thermocafe item above though, it should be kept upright – it is not completely leak proof if it is tipped up. Again, this may put some people off as it wouldn’t be suitable to be put in a bag and jostled around. It is made from high-grade materials – stainless steel – and it employs a vacuum, airtight lid which means that your drink will stay warm for 6 hours, or cold for 12 hours. It is a point that they are keen to emphasise – these mugs are not just for your hot drinks. They recommend using it for smoothies, wine or even your morning yoghurt! It’s a very versatile travel mug. The brand claims to keep your beverage hot for 12 hours and cold for 24 hours, and although it kept our coffee hot, by the time the 10th hour came, it was more on the warm/room temperature side - so it didn't quite live up to that 12 hour claim. But, if you're looking for a cute portable mug to keep your coffee hot throughout your 8-hour work shift or school day, this W&P insulated bottle is a great option.

Starting out, I was a little worried that the three-hour battery life wouldn't be long enough, but I soon found after using the mug for a week that it was more than enough time to finish my coffee. However, if you're going to be at the office all day, we recommend bringing the included coaster charger with you.

Each travel mug is dropped multiple times to see how easily they dent, and if spills can be prevented. It’s a novel little quirk that we really liked. It makes this mug not just a travel mug, but a great mug to have with you at your desk – perfect for people that travel into their offices, particularly those with longer commutes. Something a little bit different now from UK-based iglu – a family-run business with a passion for reusable coffee cups.

Size: The best coffee travel mugs and coffee cups come in a variety of sizes and shapes. Standard coffee shop measurements are 8, 10, or 12oz. The ability to select the right size travel mug for your preferences is a huge plus and we found some brands offer plenty of choices here. Over to Germany now with a look at this stylish travel mug from 720 Dgree – a company founded with the intention of reducing single-use bottles and cups in an effort to promote a more sustainable way of living. Heat retention: How long do you want your coffee kept warm for? Is it a case of the longer the better? Separately, they tested for comfort, design, and ease of use. If a mug claimed to be dishwasher safe, they ran it through multiple cycles and noted any changes in quality.

The Smidge Travel Cup might look like a traditional reusable cup but, unlike other best coffee travel mugs, the makers claim it’s 100% leak-proof. While the mug — which comes in a range of bold shades — is actually fairly light compared to some, it does have a double-wall thermal inner that keeps drinks hot or cold for several hours. As such, the market is flooded with a huge variety of options – how do you decide which is the best travel mug for you? That’s where we come in. We have searched the market and below we have featured the 8 best travel mugs available in the UK that we have found, all offering something a bit different and at various price points. Travel Mugs vs Reusable Coffee Cups