This was a very close second to our best overall pick, but I found myself wishing it had a few added features that other cups have. The 7-ounce, Philips Avent My Bendy Straw Cup we tested comes with handles that aren’t removable, however, for an additional cost, Philips sells an almost identical version without handles if your child would rather hold onto the cup itself.

Another area where this cup fell short: No measurement lines. This one probably isn’t a make or break for most parents, but the marks are helpful for parents who are keeping a close eye on how much milk, water, or other liquid their toddler is drinking.

As compared to our favorite straw cup for toddlers, the Philips Avent My Bendy Straw Cup feels thinner and less durable, but still a great option for everyday use for most families. If you’re looking for a cup with minimal leakage, Philips Avent gets the job done pretty well. While it didn’t leak during overnight tests, liquid sometimes managed to escape with when we pulled back the built-in cover.

The straw pieces need to be cleaned with a small bristle brush, but the rest of the cup can be tossed into the dishwasher. One thing we really liked is that the straws are wide, making for fast cleaning. All in all, my toddler gravitated toward this cup (and it’s fun dinosaur-inspired design).

Skip Hop is known for its fun and fashionable kid’s products, and the stainless steel Skip Hop Kids Water Bottle With Straw is no exception. If you’re looking for an insulated cup that holds a lot of liquid, the Skip Hop Stainless Steel Straw Cup is a great choice. It comes in fun colors featuring bright and cheery cartoon animal designs, and the silicone sleeve keeps condensation from becoming a slippery problem for tiny palms.

The bottle comes with a carrying strap that’s attached underneath the lid, so you can attach it to backpacks, strollers, or just as a different way to hold the bottle. My toddler preferred to carry the bottle around without the attachment, but it only takes a second to remove the strap (and you’ll want to do so before cleaning to avoid getting it wet.).

Although this bottle didn’t leak while left on its side overnight, it didn’t do so hot when my son tipped it upside down and began to shake it. Water went everywhere, leaking from a very tiny hole in the mouthpiece and we had a tiny mess on our hands. However, we didn’t notice any leakage during our drop tests. So, as long as your toddler doesn’t flip it upside down and shake it, you should be in the clear.

I really wanted to love the Thinkbaby Thinkster Ultra Polished Stainless Steel straw cup since the cup portion is plastic-free, but it fell short in several key categories. First of all, since the bottle doesn’t come with a sleeve, like on the Pura Kiki or Skip Hop stainless straw cups, the condensation makes for a slippery mess after a while.

Secondly, there’s no way to tighten the handles to keep them in place. My toddler eventually became frustrated by this and, ultimately, disinterested in using the cup altogether. However, the straw design does a great job of preventing leaks during our drop tests, but, sometimes I noticed a small puddle of milk or water on the floor underneath the bottle. Although this didn’t happen every time, it’s worth keeping in mind.

Another bummer was the cleaning process. The lid is easy to screw and unscrew from the base, but the straw parts required some serious tugging before they popped out. For this reason, it was also a struggle to reassemble the straw parts and ultimately, not as easy as other cups we tested.

These cups are intended for toddlers ages 18 months and up, and while my son is just three months shy of that, he had no trouble at all using these cups. In fact, my envious six-year-old thought they were “so cool” and decided to join her little bro in testing them. We love these cups because they’re affordable and you can use them with kids of all ages.

These cups really do live up to their “Take & Toss” namesake because they are ideal for filling on the go when you’re eating out, on vacation, or at the park. The design is very similar to kid’s cups you’d get at a restaurant. However, Take & Toss cups aren’t great for throwing in the diaper bag when filled up with liquid since there’s no way to cover the straw. That said, for the most part, the lid stayed in place when we threw these cups on the ground and they didn’t leak overnight. We did have a few times where the lid exploded off if it hit the floor the right way, which sent liquid everywhere.

One concern I have is the hard plastic straw. Most of the other cups we tested have soft, bendable straws, but I do worry what might happen if my little one was to fall forward with a firm straw like this one in their mouth. Another hang up about this cup is the assembly. It’s easy to take apart, but, after filling it with liquid, make sure to put the lid on first and then the straw. If you place the lid on with the straw, liquid shoots straight up out of the straw and makes a bit of a mess. It’s an easy fix, but something to be aware of if you plan to use these straw cups.

Overall, the Take and Toss cups are great for travel or storing in the diaper bag for those times when you forget your child’s usual drinking vessel.

Dr. Brown’s is well-known for their Natural Flow baby bottles that have won a slew of awards from popular children’s websites, so I was eager to test out Baby’s First Straw Cup. The 9-ounce, BPA-free cup is easy to hold, comes with removable handles, and a weighted straw to ensure your toddler can drink up every last drop.

However, during our overnight tests, a small pool of water seeped out. We also noticed that when the bottle is full, liquid sometimes emerges from the straw. One benefit this cup offers is that it comes with a bristle brush to help clean all the nooks and crannies in the lid and straw parts. This cup is a fine choice for those who feel a loyalty to the Dr. Brown’s brand, but there was nothing terribly remarkable or memorable about this cup.

We had high hopes for the 12-ounce Thermos Funtainer, given its 4.5-star rating from more than 5,600 Amazon customer reviews, but this bottle was a big ol’ mess.

This bottle had the most leakage when left on its side overnight. The waterworks don’t stop there. While only a small amount of liquid escaped during our drop tests, the flood gates open almost immediately once we shook the Funtainer from side-to-side. The locking lid is a nice feature, but we think this cup is better suited for older toddlers who are less inclined to throw or play with it.

Additionally, despite being one of the larger straw cups we tested, it’s still petite enough to store in the cabinets without taking up a large footprint. We also liked that the bulk of the straw cup is made from stainless steel, making it a good option for those looking to live a more plastic-free life. Overall, the Funtainer feels very solidly built and like it can withstand everyday wear and tear.

At the start of the testing process, the Nuby Thirsty Kids Flip-it REFLEX was my immediate favorite. It’s larger than most other straw cups we tested, however, the middle portion of the bottle has a rubbery texture, making it easy to grip. It’s very lightweight, has a soft spout, and, like the Thermos Funtainer, holds 12-ounces of liquid. Most of all, my toddler really enjoyed using this bottle. Maybe it was the bright green color and cactus design, but he took a real interest in it.

While liquids can easily pass through the straw without much effort, the design on this bottle is flawed. Now, before I proceed, I want to give the disclaimer that this cup, in no way, claims to be spill-proof when the cap cover is not in place. I learned that first hand as my son turned the cup upside down and doused himself in water on the way to the grocery store one afternoon. It’s just as big of a mess as you’re imagining it to be. I’m not saying I don’t expect some liquid to leak, but the fact that he was able to empty the full 12-ounces in less than 10 minutes is impressive—and troubling if the bottle were to get left open on its side.

The bottle didn’t leak when we had the no-spill cap on, but the cap didn’t always lock the first time around. It took some extra effort, on occasion, to seal it shut. Additionally, the cleaning process was pretty seamless, until we got to the mouthpiece. While the straw popped out with no problem, it took me several tries to pop the mouthpiece out of place before I could clean it. This one definitely took more effort to clean than other cups we tested.

Much like The First Years: Take & Toss Spill-Proof Straw Cups, the Boon Snug Straw with Cup isn’t great for schlepping around when full of liquid. But, it’s great to fill up for your toddler to use when you’re out and about or eating a meal at the dinner table.

This cup utilizes a plastic cup base and a flexible, silicone cover for the top. The coolest feature about this cup is that the silicone cover stretches to fit most cup sizes (up to 2.5-inches to 3.75-inches diameter). This gives you the option to bring just the lid and hard plastic straw with you and use it when you’re out and about, so your child can easily drink from any cup without making a big mess. And, the entire cup can be tossed in the dishwasher, so cleaning is a breeze.

To my surprise, this cup didn’t leak when left on its side overnight or during drop tests. However, it’s not perfect. My son had an easy time pushing down on the silicone topper, which resulted in water erupting from the straw. While it was a fun time for him, it was a mess for me. He also enjoyed pulling the straw in and out of the cup top. For this reason, we think this cup works better for older toddlers who are less likely to remove the straw for fun.

The biggest benefit of this cup is that it has a weighted straw, just like the Dr. Brown’s Baby’s First Straw Cup. This feature allows your toddler to tilt the cup in almost any direction while still being able to drink from it. I found this bottle required more effort to clean than the others because of the tiny straw parts. However, it did come with its own cleaning brush and can be placed on the top rack of the dishwasher, which is a big help for expediting the sanitation process.

The cup is made from BPA-free plastic, although it felt flimsy when compared to our best overall pick. I made the mistake of not properly locking the lid before handing it to my son, which almost instantly prompted a big mess. The cup doesn’t leak when you turn it upside down and only leaked slightly when left on its side overnight. My biggest recommendation to anyone using this cup: Make sure you turn the lid until you hear the click sound. Even if it feels secure, keep tightening the lid. Doing so ensures it’s actually locked into place and doesn’t just look like it. Lesson learned.