Buying guide for best insulated yeti ramblers
When you’re away from home or spending time in the great outdoors, enjoying beverages at optimal temperatures can make or break your experience. With insulated YETI Ramblers, you can enjoy your drinks, hot or cold, at the right temperature for up to 24 hours.
Ever since YETI was founded in 2006, its mission has been to create products that would hold up in extreme conditions. Originally known for their coolers, YETI later incorporated their vacuum insulation technology into drinkware.
Their product line now includes mugs, tumblers, jugs, and even wine glasses. Insulated YETI Rambler drinkware features a stainless steel, no-rust, puncture-proof design — making them well-suited for happy drinking in every environment.
If you’re ready to enjoy your drink down to the last sip, continue reading our buying guide on insulated YETI Ramblers. We’re including a rundown of popular styles and sizes so you can become a well-educated YETI Rambler owner.
Why choose a YETI Rambler?
Durable construction
Insulated YETI Ramblers boast double-walled vacuum insulation in an 18/8 stainless steel body. Some styles are covered with Duracoat, which provides improved grip and is resistant to cracking and fading. YETI lids and straws, included with some Ramblers, are BPA-free plastic for safe drinking. Lids and straws are also shatter-resistant to hold up to heavy handling and frequent washing.
Sweat-proof
Insulated YETI Ramblers are sweat-proof to provide a better grip and stop condensation transfer to clothing and surfaces. They also prevent unsightly rings on tables.
Stay hot/cold technology
One of the most appealing attributes of insulated YETI Ramblers is their ability to keep drinks at optimal temperatures for up to 24 hours. That means no more lukewarm water, cold coffee, or even melted ice cream.
Leak-resistant technology
Certain YETI lids and straws are designed with leak-resistant technology. This takes the form of magnetic lid closures and tight seals on folding straw mechanisms. This is especially popular among consumers who carry insulated YETI Rambler in bags, as spills are leaks are kept to a minimum.
Yeti Ramblers can keep hot drinks hot for up to 24 hours. We test to see how well they keep drinks at their optimal temperature.
Yeti Ramblers come in several sizes, from 10-ounce lowballs and mugs to half-gallon and gallon jugs. We investigate how easy these different sizes are to drink from and how convenient they are to transport.
Along with classic tumblers and mugs, the Yeti Rambler line includes bottles, jugs, and wine tumblers. We look at whether specific sizes offer unique or noteworthy drinking experiences.
During testing, we consider whether an insulated Yeti Rambler is covered with Duracoat, a fade-resistant coating that adds color while improving grip.
We consider which Yeti Rambler models offer a variety of color options to help users find the perfect Yeti for them.
Insulated Yeti Ramblers are famous for their durability, so when we test them, we want to know what materials they use and how resistant they are to shattering, warping, and cracking.
We consider how Yeti Ramblers perform in a variety of situations, including boating, camping, and regular commuting environments.
When we test Yeti Ramblers, we look at whether the design includes a handle or allows for the attachment of a handle accessory. We also want to know how comfortable the handle is to hold.
During testing, we want to find out how well a Yeti Rambler prevents condensation and keeps cold drinks cold.
When assessing Yeti Ramblers with leak-resistant technology, we evaluate lid closures and straws to ensure that leaks and spills are minimized.
Rambler styles
Tumbler
Size: 20 or 30 ounces
The most popular insulated YETI Ramblers are tumblers. These fit comfortably in vehicle, stroller, and fitness equipment cup holders. More often than not, they feature a MagSlider lid for easy, straw-free drinking.
Lowball
Size: 10 ounces
Lowball styles are the perfect drinking companions for campfires, poolsides, and boats. They are a small, cozy size, ideal for enjoying your favorite liquor — neat or on the rocks. While they don’t fit into most cup holders, they’re comfortable in your hand.
Wine tumbler
Size: 10 ounces
YETI’s wine tumblers have grown in popularity, and not just for wine lovers. With their tapered opening, many consumers use wine tumblers for ice cream, frozen drinks, and hot chocolate. If you like to enjoy your beverage or treat slowly, you can even pick up a compatible YETI MagSlider lid to keep out bugs and dust.
Mug
Size: 10, 14, or 24 ounces
Many consumers embrace insulated YETI Rambler mugs, especially campers, hikers, commuters, and students. These mugs keep hot morning beverages warm throughout the day, and even come with their own lids. Unfortunately these won’t fit in cup holders, so to make up for it, YETI has equipped these mugs with the most comfortable handles around.
Bottle
Size: 12, 18, 24, or 36 ounces
YETI’s line of insulated Rambler bottles are designed for everyday, rough-and-tumble use. These leakproof styles, some of which are equipped with retractable straws and handles, are ideal for outdoor enthusiasts. Bottle styles are often used to store chili and soup as well.
Jug
Size: Half-gallon or gallon
YETI’s insulated jug Ramblers are designed for those who don’t have time to constantly refill drinkware. They’re the largest drinkware option in Yet’s product family. These jugs also earn big points for their chug-friendly magnetic cap, though some consumers say it takes some effort to open it for drinking.
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Lid styles
Traditional lid
Traditional lids snap or screw onto insulated YETI Ramblers. They come with a single, sip-friendly opening. More often than not, these are transparent. They’re commonly seen in Rambler mugs and certain tumblers.
MagSlide lid
MagSlide lids build onto YETI’s traditional lid styles with a magnetic closure to the sip from opening. This additional protective barrier means fewer spills and less gunk finding its way into the Rambler. The sliding mechanism is smooth and can even be removed for easy cleaning. MagSlide lids only come with select insulated YETI Ramblers, though they’re available for purchase separately.
Retractable straw lid
Some insulated YETI Rambler bottles are equipped with retractable straw lids. They offer a smooth, uninterrupted flow of liquid into a BPA-free mouthpiece. These lids are low-maintenance straw options, as they seal off the bottle when they’re closed and can be taken apart for thorough cleaning.
Chug lid
Chug lids are usually seen in jugs and consist of a wide mouth opening that is, as the name implies, chug-friendly. The cap is magnetic so it stays put, even when you’re traversing rugged conditions or going off-roading. Unlike some YETI lids, these aren’t transparent.
Other considerations
Care and maintenance
Insulated YETI Ramblers have a reputation for being long-lasting, and you can extend the life of the product with proper care and maintenance. Regular cleaning is recommended, and to make it even easier, Ramblers and lids are dishwasher safe.
If you’ve used other reusable bottles in the past, you may be familiar with deep cleaning tablets. YETI has their own line of cleaning tablets which are specially patented for use with their products. It’s strongly recommended to stick to the YETI ones, as other brands may cause damage to your Rambler. They may also void your manufacturer's warranty.
Product registration
When properly maintained, insulated YETI Ramblers can last for years. Many consumers opt to register their products, so in the event of an issue, they may be covered until YETI’s 5-year warranty expires.
Accessories
The YETI product line also features a variety of compatible accessories, many of which fit more than one YETI product.
YETI Rambler tumbler handle: YETI Rambler 20-Ounce TumblerHandleTurn your YETI Rambler tumblers, both 20 and 30-ounce styles, into a mug with this easy-to-attach handle. Made from durable polypropylene, it’s prepared for plenty of use. We also like the rubber handle detail, which provides improved grip.
YETI Rambler straw kit: YETI Rambler Shatter-proof Replacement Lid and Straw
If you’d like to enjoy beverages through a straw, we recommend YETI’s lid and straw accessory. It’s available in two sizes to accommodate both 20- and 30-ounce YETI Rambler tumblers. Like other YETI products, it’s also dishwasher-safe.
YETI Rambler prices
Insulated YETI Ramblers cost between $20 and $130, depending on their design and capacity. However, their products are known to be well-built and convenient at any price point.
Inexpensive: Lowball, mug, and wine tumbler styles come in below $30. Certain adult and kids’ insulated YETI ramblers, mostly those 18 ounces and smaller, also fall within this price range.
Mid-range: Insulated YETI ramblers between 24 and 30 ounces run from $30 to $60. This includes mostly bottles and tumblers, as well as some sets of lowballs and mugs.
Expensive: If you’re interested in YETI’s largest Ramblers, namely their half-gallon and gallon jugs, expect to spend between $100 and $130.
Tips
- Wash Ramblers daily. It’s important to wash your Rambler every day, especially the spout or mouthpiece, to keep germs and bacteria at bay.
- Consider buying Ramblers as group gifts. If you’re not sure what to buy a couple or a family as a gift, pick up an insulated YETI Rambler for each person. There are even kids’ Ramblers, so you’ll have all ages covered.
- Do not place YETI products in the microwave. Insulated YETI Ramblers are made of metal, which cannot go in the microwave.
- Use a Rambler as a lunch box accessory. If you’d like a warm meal at the office, keep your chili, soup, or oatmeal inside a Rambler. Either place warmed food inside it during the day or heat it up separately in the microwave then put it into your Rambler.
FAQ
Q. Where are YETI product manufactured?
A. According to their website, YETI products will list the country in which they are manufactured. While some YETI products are made in the USA, others are made in China or the Philippines. All customized YETI products, however, are manufactured out of YETI’s Texas offices.
Q. Can I keep fizzy drinks like soda inside an insulated YETI Rambler?
A. You can, although the pressure of the carbonation may cause the lid to pop off unexpectedly. If you’re drinking fizzy drinks, your best bet is to consume them from uncovered YETI drinkware, such as wine tumblers, mugs, or lowballs.
Q. What’s the best insulated YETI Rambler for commuters?
A. If you commute in your own vehicle, we recommend tumblers since they fit in regular cup holders. If you’re commuting via train, opt for a mug style since it has a handle, or pick up a compatible handle for your Rambler. If you intend to keep a Rambler inside a backpack or crossbody bag, aim for a leakproof Rambler, namely one with a retractable straw.
