Product Review: The Ember Smart Mug

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  • @clivecoffee
    @clivecoffee 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2400

    We've taken to calling the firmware updates "cupdates." Still not sure why this isn't the official nomenclature.
    We're also completely on the same page. Initial skepticism followed by absolute wonderment.

    • @aidenarani
      @aidenarani 5 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      That is excellent and feels like a missed opportunity re their app.

    • @pipipipi3087
      @pipipipi3087 5 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Clive Coffee There are rechargeable self heating mugs that charge wirelessly on aliexpress and you can buy a rechargeable wireless dock station on lofree or razer or aliexpress the same. Saves some cash and recharges everything wireless chargeable all together.

    • @jeremychristian5409
      @jeremychristian5409 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      ((cupdates))
      Get out of here xD

    • @andrewwdouglas
      @andrewwdouglas 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@pipipipi3087they also stir themselves (so you can ditch the BT spoon)

    • @KoreyThatcher
      @KoreyThatcher 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Dude...genius

  • @matthewmoore2839
    @matthewmoore2839 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1468

    "I suspect this doesn't live in people's houses; really I suspect this lives where people work." Ah yes. 2018.

    • @csakben99
      @csakben99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Boom 2021 both are the same

    • @KRBY555
      @KRBY555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@csakben99 2022 same

    • @JeepnHeel
      @JeepnHeel 2 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      2022v2: Ah yes, I remember buildings

    • @smexyapman
      @smexyapman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@csakben99 ummmmm...no.....

    • @wyocoyotewyocoyote9007
      @wyocoyotewyocoyote9007 ปีที่แล้ว

      I take my non travel cup everywhere, sometimes to cales, and yes I drive w it, its fantastic when it's freezing outside, though it wont heat for as long.

  • @mustafaaziz6731
    @mustafaaziz6731 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2670

    This man is far too calm for the amount of caffeine he consumes.

    • @RealHypocrisy
      @RealHypocrisy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Sometimes he gets jittery :P

    • @bigblue6917
      @bigblue6917 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Some of us can handle it. 😜☕

    • @shyamanandakumar470
      @shyamanandakumar470 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      ever so british...

    • @leonakadir3833
      @leonakadir3833 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      I drink loads of coffee. far more affected by not having enough than having more.

    • @sonia94ist
      @sonia94ist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Isn't he relaxing to listen to him, I put on a playlist the other day so I can relax, work and then go to bed.

  • @winwright4767
    @winwright4767 3 ปีที่แล้ว +306

    Customer service: “Have you tried turning your mug off and back on again?”

    • @Crime_Lab
      @Crime_Lab 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Have you made sure the unit is plugged in, and out of its packaging? 🤣

    • @joskoevoet9569
      @joskoevoet9569 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You have just won the internet, Win!

    • @leumas75
      @leumas75 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Have you tried turning it upside down and shaking it, “Etch A Sketch” style?

  • @KTOWNK1D
    @KTOWNK1D 3 ปีที่แล้ว +415

    I bought the Copper version of this Mug for my mother, because I was tired of hearing her complain how her coffee was always going cold. One week in, it was as if I gave her a grandchild she wanted. I decided to buy another one for myself. Since working from home because of the Pandemic. I'm ashamed to admit that this mug is MY LIFE. I work a desk job that demands a ton of reading, and often times I lose track of time. Nothing worse than wanting a cup of something warm, only to find that it has gone cold. I make everything from pulling espresso shots, making lattes, standard pour overs, tea, even just warm water. Honestly, it's made it possible for me to slowly enjoy drinks, over rushing to finish them. I appreciate what this mug gave me, and admittedly, I was skeptical at first. I fell in love with it in the end.

    • @lubie_sie_ruszac
      @lubie_sie_ruszac 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      great solution - vacuum flask, you are welcome :P

    • @Stan_sprinkle
      @Stan_sprinkle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I really want this as a gift, can’t bring myself to buy it. My coworker is constantly showing his off in my zoom meetings, telling me to just do it. I might.

    • @nper4lta
      @nper4lta 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@lubie_sie_ruszac While good, the problem with that is that it is way too good at keeping things warm/hot for long periods of time. Plus you if you get distracted easily, you still have the problem of overcooling if you remove the lid and wait for it.

    • @gateway833
      @gateway833 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@lubie_sie_ruszac not the same bro

    • @TheDelinear
      @TheDelinear 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@nper4lta Absolutely. I'm a developer so my job often has periods of intense concentration where you suddenly realise 30 minutes have passed since you last took a sip of your drink. A thermos just wouldn't work for me. I would have to spend time decanting an amount small enough that if I get distracted again it wouldn't go to waste, then re-sealing the thermos. That's just too much messing around which will break my train of thought. I need to be able to pick up a cup, take a sip, and carry on working.
      In the past I've used a thermos mug and it's not a great solution. You either have to make the drink hot enough that it's really too hot to drink, or you let it cool to drinking temperature but then when you come to drink it in an hour it's not hot enough. Something which can hold the ideal temperature for an hour or two is exactly what I need. I'm just not sure I need it enough to spend £120 (which seems to be the current going rate). If I can snag one at a slightly lower price point I will definitely be interested.

  • @nyan2317
    @nyan2317 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1676

    "i don't like to feel sad"
    -James Hoffman, 2018

    • @CED99
      @CED99 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      2020 - I'm going to wreck this guys world

  • @jeffpiper4374
    @jeffpiper4374 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2347

    Finally, the perfect companion for my Bluetooth spoon!

    • @Nuaex
      @Nuaex 5 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      i chuckled

    • @jgalleg4
      @jgalleg4 5 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      Wait, that's not actually a thing, is it? I'm reasonably confident it's not, but I also can't be sure, since there is basically a Bluetooth everything.

    • @breathlessrider
      @breathlessrider 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@Nuaex me too

    • @edyswen
      @edyswen 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Thank you, you ve just made my day

    • @normanpedersen5454
      @normanpedersen5454 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      LOL

  • @DictatorTarco
    @DictatorTarco 5 ปีที่แล้ว +160

    I sit at my desk programming all day and when I leave my state of flow my coffee is cold, I need this product in my life.

    • @sigfreed11
      @sigfreed11 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      They do have hot plates

  • @MrBubba2025
    @MrBubba2025 2 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    My brother got me the first model for Christmas several years ago. I used it every day at the office until sadly the inside coating did start to flake away. I reached out to Ember and while they assured me that the coating wasn’t toxic or harmful at all, they still offered to replace my mug with a brand new model 2 for free. So I took them up on it, and I still use my Ember 2.0 mug every day at the office. Wonderful product.
    I will also say that they seem to have resolved the flaking issue in the newer model.

    • @Bourdaga
      @Bourdaga ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I'll have to email them about my cup inside starting to flake away. Always avoided metal spoons so I was pretty bummed. I've also used it for like 3 years now though...

    • @TottoHolm
      @TottoHolm 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      That is great customer support!

  • @teabagfc
    @teabagfc 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1144

    This is the most entertaining product review that I've ever seen

    • @nathansuka5302
      @nathansuka5302 5 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      I laugh more than twice on his reaction and self-guilt for having it. lol

    • @AllThingsFascinate
      @AllThingsFascinate 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      And he's always this great!

    • @NickonStark
      @NickonStark 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I’m high as hell and thought the same thing

    • @username-yn5yo
      @username-yn5yo 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      yeah i dont even drink coffee and ive watched every single one of this guys reviews. very intelligent and articulate. charismatic and humble. also his voice is just smooth as butter.

    • @michaelb9479
      @michaelb9479 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Have you seen his Bripe review video? Hard to top.

  • @chloeharris8879
    @chloeharris8879 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Here I am, 2 years later, watching an Ember review while I sip coffee from my Ember just because James' voice is so comforting! ❤

    • @austin6982
      @austin6982 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lol I’m doing the same thing 3 year’s later… it really is the best mug!

  • @theomen49
    @theomen49 4 ปีที่แล้ว +552

    This is the most absurd, frivolous waste of money on such a silly product.
    But I want it

    • @MarksPhsoschaBughl
      @MarksPhsoschaBughl 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      The Gobfather For gifts, it’s great. Someone works in a cubicle and would love this as a gift.

  • @kneawah
    @kneawah 5 ปีที่แล้ว +747

    2 weeks later, James buys the travel mug.

    • @JasperEenhoorn
      @JasperEenhoorn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      4 months later, he was still able to resist :).

  • @Rakesh-gh1yo
    @Rakesh-gh1yo 5 ปีที่แล้ว +592

    You’re becoming too good at talking to your viewers 😂

    • @JasperEenhoorn
      @JasperEenhoorn 5 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I feel like I have a new best friend :’)

  • @markmitra6671
    @markmitra6671 5 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Expensive - Yes
    Absurd - Yes
    Do I need it? - HECK YES!

    • @adisurd
      @adisurd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No it's not absurd

    • @optroncordian7863
      @optroncordian7863 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Correction:
      Do I need it? - Nope!
      Do I want it? - Hell yeah !!!

  • @GregPolkinghorne
    @GregPolkinghorne 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Got 2 of these for Mother's Day earlier in the year, as my wife has a tendency to never finish a cup of coffee or tea as if cools down too much. That's only got worse since we had a baby. Now I can make her a coffee in the morning before she gets up, and it's sitting warm in her mug waiting for her. I've just ordered another one for Christmas as my father in law liked the idea of it.
    They're a great Christmas present. It's a product that few would buy for themself as it's expensive and silly, but if you get them one they will use it every day.
    I don't use the app at all. We set the temp she wanted (maximum) and have left it there.

  • @allenbercero3661
    @allenbercero3661 5 ปีที่แล้ว +351

    That cup is probably the most preposterous coffee paraphernalia ever invented James. Where can I buy one? 😂

    • @alexPsanz
      @alexPsanz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Oh sweet summer child, wait until you learn about the bripe...

    • @jonp6798
      @jonp6798 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@-.-.-.-.-.. HA the bripe. James has reviewed and I would be doing it a disservice if I was to tell you what it is. Watch the video. You will not be disappointed!

  • @Mulerider4Life
    @Mulerider4Life 5 ปีที่แล้ว +178

    James I want you to know your reviews are different. You are very honest and open to coffee related products. Not everyone does that now. Too many people are scared of hurting someone's feelings or telling them they have a bad product.

  • @chimpaflimp
    @chimpaflimp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I'd like to see an update on this, primarily how it's held up and whether or not you still actually use it.

    • @strctlykilz
      @strctlykilz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Not sure if you've seen his most recent video about reheating coffee but your wish has been granted

    • @chimpaflimp
      @chimpaflimp 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@strctlykilz Aye I have. I'm amazed it still works - most of these Kickstarter tech items pack in after a few months.

    • @paolobramucci3609
      @paolobramucci3609 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Here it is: th-cam.com/video/yqgKlqAUM9g/w-d-xo.html

  • @tompurvis1261
    @tompurvis1261 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    My son bought me this for Christmas. I was unaware of it until yesterday. Today at work, a nice fresh ground clever processed local bean cup was enjoyed to the very last drop. This afternoon, my Barry’s tea was perfectly timed and temp maintained throughout the entire cup. I may just need to purchase one myself for those work from home days.

    • @prototypedenNIS
      @prototypedenNIS 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Just got one too. My wife got it for me, lightly used at a good deal. I get it. I should be teased... But someone would have to pull this from my cold dead hands.

  • @hanss3147
    @hanss3147 5 ปีที่แล้ว +203

    inb4 "I bricked my cup"

    • @CocoaBeachLiving
      @CocoaBeachLiving 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Omg, I thought the same thing 😂😂😂👍

    • @djentlover
      @djentlover 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Noo don't try to jailbreak it!

  • @saragibson6224
    @saragibson6224 5 ปีที่แล้ว +312

    You realize it's 2018 when you forget to charge your mug

    • @johnnyspeedy1344
      @johnnyspeedy1344 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Sierra Strader I wanna smash

    • @m.arnold9145
      @m.arnold9145 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@johnnyspeedy1344 what the fuck

  • @ryan2011
    @ryan2011 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I got a metal Ember Mug2 14oz for my Birthday about six months ago and it's been fantastic. I had looked at the small 10oz one a couple years ago and it was too small. 14oz is a good size cup.

  • @ThisIsDaxter
    @ThisIsDaxter 4 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    This is the most ridiculous thing I've ever heard.
    I'll take ten.

  • @DrRyan03
    @DrRyan03 5 ปีที่แล้ว +124

    Best coffee personality on TH-cam! Keep up the great work you

  • @EnergizerBunny48
    @EnergizerBunny48 5 ปีที่แล้ว +108

    Don't think I could ever buy this for myself, but if I opened it on Christmas I think I'd be rather ecstatic. Glad you embraced the ridiculousness!

    • @ytechnology
      @ytechnology 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Got one for Christmas 2021. Can't wait to try it.

  • @melainemeyer8899
    @melainemeyer8899 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Huh this sounds perfect for someone like me who drinks all their coffee (or any drink really) painfully slow. I'm also notorious for getting a cup of tea started and then forgetting I started brewing it and returning about an hour later to a cold cup of tea....

  • @EveningCrow
    @EveningCrow 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Bought the newer version for my gf for Christmas and she loves it. I was so surprised (and jealous) that I got myself one too. I'm even drinking tea regularly as an excuse to use the cup!
    My only real complaint is the power cord. I wish it was a usb type that I could connect to a computer rather than a wall wart. It would make relocating the charger much easier. Luckily for me, my gf leaves hers at my place, which means I have hers set up in the living room and mine in the bedroom by the computer.

  • @ianchandler9993
    @ianchandler9993 5 ปีที่แล้ว +75

    I always get distracted and often find myself sipping room temp coffee. I need this ridiculous thing.

    • @Jellooze
      @Jellooze 5 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      Considering how about half of all the coffee that i pour into my cup gets cold and thrown away, I wounder how long it would take for it to "pay" for it self

    • @Life-tastic
      @Life-tastic 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Jellooze
      Awhile

  • @salongley
    @salongley 4 ปีที่แล้ว +417

    “ I can’t work with Fahrenheit”. My hero

    • @ravendesiderio788
      @ravendesiderio788 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Living in US for more than 10 years - still can't work with Fahrenheit

    • @scottintexas
      @scottintexas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Please, help me get out of working with Fahrenheit! And feet/inches! And ounces! Stupid royals, this is their fault, and we Americans don’t even approve of such a thing.

    • @propratik
      @propratik 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I hate Fahrenheit, why can't the whole world 🌍 work on just one standard including electric power. That would create less waste

    • @63ah1275
      @63ah1275 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@propratik ??? Doesn't the whole world use Watts?

    • @koshey245
      @koshey245 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      x2 + 30, ezpz

  • @4StonesHandcraft
    @4StonesHandcraft 2 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    “Dad, what does “first world problem” mean? “
    “Let’s google that later, son, I’m having trouble with my Ember Mug firmware updates right now...”

  • @vacafuega
    @vacafuega ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Klean Kanteen insulated mug. As someone who likes to consume large amounts of tea and who hates having to throw away e-waste, it's perfect. A whole pint. Portable too, and also keeps things cold. With the lid off, tea gets to the perfect temp range in about 20 minutes and stays there for about half an hour. Lid on gives me 2+ hours at a good temperature. And it will last forever, literally this thing will outlast me.

  • @bme7491
    @bme7491 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Mine worked well for a couple of years, then the inside finish starting flaking off. I didn't want to swallow whatever the flakes were made of so I took it to the toxic waste dump and bought a Fellow 12oz. ceramic coated insulated mug for 1/3 the cost of the Ember. Works extremely well.

  • @ssmytheYT
    @ssmytheYT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    James, this is far and above my favorite product review you've done. Hilarious, personable, and extremely entertaining. Thank you for being awesome.

  • @traubgator
    @traubgator 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    If you sit at a desk and drink coffee all day, this is the greatest thing ever and 100% worth the pricey investment. Purchased one in Dec 2019, and its the real deal. It completely changes your coffee drinking experience. I love drinking out of my yeti, but a tradional mug can't be beat. This is the perfect companion for the true coffee drinker. Why the desk --- i feel to get the most out of the mug, you need to just let it always sit in the coaster, always being charged so its always ready for your next cup. Shockingly great product. Expensive yes, but worth it

    • @trentbosnic
      @trentbosnic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd bring this to work if my work coffee didn't taste like dog urine. Mine stays at home with my Italian espresso machine!

  • @wowtco03
    @wowtco03 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    "I'm troubled by this. I'm troubled by it."

  • @ranysaab
    @ranysaab 2 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I bought a mug-heating “coaster” from Amazon for less than $20 and it keeps my coffee at the perfect temperature for a long time. I get to use my novelty mugs, mugs linked to fond memories, or any other mug I want for that matter and best of all, no firmware required.

    • @pippipster6767
      @pippipster6767 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good point. I use as well. All good. Any mug … and then into the D/W.

  • @lydiapoe8870
    @lydiapoe8870 4 ปีที่แล้ว +85

    as a mother, who can’t sit and drink an entire cup of coffee before it gets cold and hates having to reheat her coffee all day long, this is the greatest thing i have ever seen.

    • @phl0w666
      @phl0w666 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      as a father, I'll probably go through 3 of those a month considering the half life a mug or drinking glass has in a household with kids. :-)

    • @bellaberryful
      @bellaberryful 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Reheated coffee is the most horrible thing in the world :( it just gets ruined

    • @bunkyman8097
      @bunkyman8097 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Get a Stanley trigger action travel mug.
      Keeps coffee hot forever. Problem solved. £80 mug? INSANE.

  • @philliptrzcinski5243
    @philliptrzcinski5243 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Just came back to this after the coffee reheat video, this is a great review and video

  • @script_bandit
    @script_bandit 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I recently received one of these as a gift, and I absolutely love it. You're right that it lives on my desk and I couldn't be happier.

  • @geoffgoldplum1231
    @geoffgoldplum1231 5 ปีที่แล้ว +155

    Can it warn you if you haven't consumed enough coffee?

    • @nicorempel6014
      @nicorempel6014 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Geoff Goldplum it connects to your Apple health app (if you have an iPhone) and it can calculate your caffeine intake and things like that, kinda neat

    • @optroncordian7863
      @optroncordian7863 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Or too much coffee?

  • @Spookyhoobster
    @Spookyhoobster 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I've never seen so much internal conflict in under 10 minutes. There was a real coming of age moment for me when James said "but they're also having a kind of a good time with it".

  • @UCLAKoolman
    @UCLAKoolman 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My wife and I have the travel mugs and love them. Fill them up with coffee from our Technivorm each morning. We keep our charging coasters at work, have a spare charger at home to top them off before each morning, if needed.

  • @1972WarEagle
    @1972WarEagle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    My wife and I have the Ember mugs for about three years and absolutely love them. We are retired and enjoy a long peacefully breakfast, Reading the newspaper and watch the hummingbirds. Before the first mug, my wife was reheating her coffee two to three times per meal. Now with the Ember, the enjoy of a long relaxing breakfast is back. I love your videos and have learned more about the world of coffee. thanks

    • @Dejan_23Unlimited
      @Dejan_23Unlimited 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Enjoy the retirement and great coffee ☕️

  • @laurelsporter4569
    @laurelsporter4569 5 ปีที่แล้ว +183

    40 seconds in and I'm practically crying, laughing so hard. "...update the firmware on my coffee cup," was just too much, this morning.
    P.S. Now that I watched the rest of it, though...make it less than $75, and I'll have one in my office. I do that all the time.

    • @mmanda515
      @mmanda515 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Absolutely agree. While it IS kind of ridiculous, IF it were $25 bucks, I'd be all in. Another type that could easily be marketed to (again, only if a lot less expensive) would be those who have had any type of "bariatric surgery". After gastric bypass many years ago.. (just like w/ eating) when drinking coffee or anything, can never take huge gulps OR drink quickly anymore. Evvvvverything has to be sip, sip.. wait... repeat. Cannot tell you how many times I have to re-heat my coffee every morning.... OR, worse, a lot of times, will just be too lazy & deal with it. Never thought it could happen, but I've gotten quite used to just drinking & eating things closer to room temp, if too much to keep re-heating (which, with coffee, food anything.. def. changes flavor anyway) ~ Annoying perhaps, BUT... for $80, yeah... I'll keep using the microwave if/when needed.. or just drink/eat it cold. They could prob score big if it were cheaper to all those post-op. The surgery has become a LOT more popular/common since I had it done.. but slow drinking is definitely a 'thing'. Stay safe & be well.

  • @tractorsgobrum
    @tractorsgobrum 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have something which I call a "tea lid" it's essentially like a coaster which you put over your mug to keep the contents from cooling too quickly. I have a few silicone ones for home which works for a number of different mug widths, and a wooden one in the office which fits my office mugs perfectly, but not all my home mugs.
    You can get them for quite cheap, they let things cool more quickly then a thermos, but slower than an uncovered mug because of the reduced evaporation. (If I don't have my tea lid with me, I just use a coaster or a bit of paper)

  • @emanuelgreucean3380
    @emanuelgreucean3380 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I am lucky enough to have a friend who got the Ember Travel Mug (the $150 one) as a gift from his company, and he agreed to a trade it with me. I love it. I'm not sure I would have spent that money to buy it, or be able to justify it to my wife, but I feel that now that I own one would probably buy it again.
    I enjoy V60 coffees and nice teas in this mug, and it's very nice to just work away at the computer and sip a consistently warm delicious beverage.
    Even though I mainly use it in the office, I'd see it as a good option to splurge on the Travel Mug, as it is leak proof, and if you're outside your office it's nice to have.

  • @Thekidfromcalifornia2.0
    @Thekidfromcalifornia2.0 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    As someone who has this for nearly a year and having ADD this is a lifesaver.

  • @nunastico
    @nunastico 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Im just so grateful that you say stuff in metric units

  • @jayhom5385
    @jayhom5385 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I drink my tea in a travel mug at my desk because it goes cold in a regular mug. Now I'm watching this thinking, "oh no...must resist."

  • @andrewholler
    @andrewholler 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love my Ember mug! No more microwaving my coffee every half hour!

  • @ghadaalnafesah9312
    @ghadaalnafesah9312 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s been more than 6 years now since I started using mug warmer. An iron hotplate which keeps the mug warm. It is very cheap nothing complicated nor fancy. I can’t control the temperature of my coffee but at least it keeps it warm enough to enjoy for as much as I need. I have a very busy job where I move away from my office all the time and from that day I’ve never waisted coffee or forced myself to drinks it cold! 🙌🏻❤️

  • @antongerstlohner2867
    @antongerstlohner2867 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    It is now four years later and the company is still not selling dishwasher-safe cups. However, the price has increased drastically to 150€.

    • @Hizovi
      @Hizovi 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ok yea i thought it was a british thing for it to only be 80

    • @IsaacIsaacIsaacson
      @IsaacIsaacIsaacson หลายเดือนก่อน

      cries in postpandemic inflation

  • @TwDfp2010
    @TwDfp2010 4 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    I bought one for my wife so she would stop having to microwave her coffee every day. She loves it and it saves my sanity from having to tell her that she’s ruining the experience by microwaving 😂

    • @3akoscielski
      @3akoscielski ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh god, I hope she doesn't microwave this mug...

  • @TrentJacobs
    @TrentJacobs ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I encountered your channel long after this video, and after I bought this mug for my wife for a Christmas gift. I had seen it in the store, for $100usd and thought exactly the same thing you thought, that it's the most ridiculous thing ever. And then I realized that it was honestly the perfect gift for my wife, for exactly the same reasons you mention in this video. Our only complaint is that the connection to the phone can be really spotty, updating the firmware is really temperamental. She uses it every day and loves it. And I want one too now.

  • @waltoopoyndeaux4199
    @waltoopoyndeaux4199 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I bought this as a Christmas gift to myself a year ago, based partly on Mr. Hoffmann's positive review. And the only regret I have is that I didn't but one sooner. I continually joke that it is the most bourgeoisie thing I've ever bought, and I absolutely love it.

  • @4.0.4
    @4.0.4 5 ปีที่แล้ว +61

    It shouldn't be smart. It should have some sort of self-contained circuitry; no need for phone notifications, or updating firmware. It could do with a couple segment digit displays, a few LEDs and a few capacitive buttons; the bill of materials would be less than $10 at scale. I would actually like that.

    • @Dazlidorne
      @Dazlidorne 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Once you set it up, you don't have to use the app. It will remember your last settings each time.

    • @benanderson89
      @benanderson89 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Dazlidorne you still have to download an app initially which will be harvesting a little data, because all these stupid apps do.

    • @WaaMac
      @WaaMac 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B083PQ4W4Z/ref=dp_cerb_1 try this one.

    • @leonardopessanha5128
      @leonardopessanha5128 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@WaaMac way better. I would still prefer to choose the temperature, but hey, better than installing an app for a mug hahaha

  • @TilmanBaumann
    @TilmanBaumann 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I think I would like it too.
    I have some problems with the product design though. Why even bother with a battery? A Mug lives on its little plate. There is wall power.
    Batteries don't like it hot. This will not last too long.
    And hell yea, inductive coupling OF COURSE!

  • @sebastianmiller4123
    @sebastianmiller4123 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    A great use I've found for it is preheating my Flair before pulling a shot. It can be tricky to pluck it back out again but it works really well.

  • @mebyrne
    @mebyrne ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I felt the same way about the Aeropress when I first watch a demonstration video three years ago. Then about two years later I saw a video demonstrating how the Aeropress could be used to make, maybe not exact espresso, but close enough to make lattes at home. I broke down and ordered one and now I have no idea how I ever lived without it!.

  • @RawbHall
    @RawbHall 4 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    This is a perfect review. I’ve had my ember mug for about a year and a half, and I love it. It’s ridiculous, I’m mocked for having it at work... but I stand by it, and constantly defend and recommend it!
    I also had the issue with the v1 of the internal ceramic coating flaking, and ember replaced it, so amazing customer service too. If you’re ever considering one of these, do it!

  • @truthhahn6662
    @truthhahn6662 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    "That moment where I pick up my mug. And I think I have more coffee than I do. And then I find I don´t. And I´m sad."
    I didn´t know until now, but I suffer from this very phobia.

  • @jessechristman1471
    @jessechristman1471 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love my ember mug. I've used it daily at work for the last 3 years and the battery is still going strong. So nice to be able to get distracted and come back to a still-perfect cup of coffee

  • @user-nf6il4nw7w
    @user-nf6il4nw7w 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I ADORE my Ember mug . . . I should say mugs because I have three! One for the office, one for home and one on my boat. That's how obsessed I am with it.

  • @peterkluth185
    @peterkluth185 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I LOVE my ember mug. I have children and they often prevent me from enjoying my coffee while it's hot. Best gift I ever received!
    As for the thermos idea, I hate drinking coffee out of metal and I hate how hot it keeps it. Ceramic is much better.

  • @Ajgau11
    @Ajgau11 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Seriously thinking about getting this, I have a curse that every time I just finished brewing coffee a bunch of clients would come in and every time we finish my coffee would be cold.

  • @mike365365365
    @mike365365365 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just got the ember 2 for Christmas and love it. The main benefit for me is that it relieves the stress I used to feel when I had to chug down the last 1/4 of my coffee when I knew I could not tolerate any further drop in temperature. Now I can just sip away to the very bottom.

  • @3rd-Wave_Rebel
    @3rd-Wave_Rebel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If James love it then I’m sold! I just got this mug2 couple days ago. OMG, it makes my siphoned coffee taste so much better at a consistent temperature throughout! Before owning one of these, I would drink piping hot coffee fast before it get cold or wait till it cooldown and the coffee would ended up too cold and taste awful!

  • @BxVelocity
    @BxVelocity 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I feel for you Mr. Hoffman, but I, too, bought one, and have been pleasantly surprised, as you had been.
    I use mine at home and the fact that the battery lasts for 90 minutes, lets me take it out to the garden on colder winter days and keeps the coffee hot enough. Its ridiculously priced, but that's mainly due to the battery- for someone who sits at a desk, a cheaper USB mug would suffice. It's meant for people. who love their beverage at just the right temp and want to cut the cord.
    Like you say, it extends the sweet spot in a way a microwave, thermos or insulated mug just cannot
    I have a white one- big mistake, tends to stain, is not like a regular white ceramic mug.
    I should have bought black

  • @jdupuis4829
    @jdupuis4829 5 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Cool concept, but for the price.... I don't know...would make a good present though. Something I wouldn't pick up myself but as a gift it would be nice.

  • @stevestojan
    @stevestojan 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So glad I found this. I work from home and often get busy with work and then finish a cold cup of coffee. Can’t wait to get mine.

    • @shitpostbotmin
      @shitpostbotmin 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      exact same scenario I had, and this mug solved this problem. I love it

  • @mrknaldhat
    @mrknaldhat 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I own one and I love it. Now Ember has released a quite larger 14oz (414 mL) cup. The next step would definitely be induction charging so that it can (maybe) be safe for dishwasher. May result in slower charging times, but I don't mind.

  • @shownoregret9957
    @shownoregret9957 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I thought Larry David had invented that in Season 10 of curb. I'm impressed

  • @Sunlis
    @Sunlis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I grabbed one of these after watching this review, and I love my Ember mug. I work at a desk all day, so I can keep the mug squarely situated on the charging coaster 99% of the time. The app is pretty nice, with tea timers and everything. But I do find myself wishing it was all done on the coaster or the mug itself so I didn't need to pull out my phone.

  • @BoxedNinja
    @BoxedNinja 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wanted to buy a friend a mug similar to this but couldn't afford it. I opted for the Zendo Perfect Temperature Smart Mug from Amazon which was about $18 at the time. Not electronic at all and definitely not perfect in any way, but he was a fan so I bought one for myself and it has still been my absolute favorite thermos! Keep hot drinks at a slightly too cool 120°F but keeps it that way for at least 4 hours

  • @RossMKF1
    @RossMKF1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I agree with your assessment the double walled cups hold the temp well already never had an issue with the coffee getting cold.

  • @merkinert3773
    @merkinert3773 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I bought this mug largely on James' recommendation. Work at a desk? Easily distracted? That's me. I'm embarrassed to say how much joy one extravagant product has brought to my life.

  • @MarcusTheDorkus
    @MarcusTheDorkus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It makes me happy to see James as conflicted on this mug as I am! It's a product that is worthy of the ridicule it receives... and yet it's also wonderful. The Ember mug is probably one of the best gadgets I've bought in years.

  • @phenry9999
    @phenry9999 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You are not alone. I completely agree with you on the guilty pleasure. I got my Ember as a gift, and love it now! To help with the interior flaking off problem you mentioned, I ONLY ever use a plastic spoon. I was afraid of a metal spoon scratching, and used a plastic spoon since the beginning.
    The mobile app.....is completely useless. It COULD be made better, but it would need to have the bluetooth connectivity actually work. Also, getting the battery level takes too many clicks, it should be upfront and center, maybe even on a widget? The colour index should also be front and center. I've uninstalled it. I laughed when I saw your "firmware" comment! HAHA

  • @WazanskiWanger
    @WazanskiWanger 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My Parents got me one last xmas - my Dad said he saw it and said, "That's Landon." and pulled it off the shelf immediately. (Or put it in his online shopping cart.) So that should tell you a bit about me. But do love it, and I use it all the time! And at home, actually. I like to savor my coffee, drink it over a long period of time. And this lets me do that without cooling off. It's GREAT! My one gripe James touched on - it needs to be bigger. When then come out with a larger capacity I'll get that one too.

  • @latristessdurera8763
    @latristessdurera8763 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    I've officially snapped! Self isolation has made me go crazy and I've just bought one....

    • @stewiepoohie2979
      @stewiepoohie2979 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How is it and what is your temp?

    • @MrDarren690
      @MrDarren690 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      2 months later, how is it? Do you like it? I'm thinking of picking one up myself as a late birthday present.

    • @skarpo9113
      @skarpo9113 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We’re waiting for your feedback

    • @izzard
      @izzard 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      We can only conclude that it killed you.

    • @jessicanilam6894
      @jessicanilam6894 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I’ve had it for over 2 years and use it more for tea, gotta say... I’m kinda happy w it. A little tip, keep a bottle of room temp water next to it and you’ll have bottomless tea. 🤯

  • @The55five5
    @The55five5 5 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm surprised you have such a challenge with this item, I think it makes more sense than you give it credit for. I've always found that, when I get filter coffee especially, I want to enjoy it for longer at the ideal temperature. It's expensive but I'm both a bit upset when my coffee is too hot to enjoy the most or also too cold.
    It's not for everyone, sure. But it makes sense to many coffee enthusiasts I think

  • @milenaseymour446
    @milenaseymour446 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I just got one for my mom . Super excited ! Thank you great video

  • @mattgraves3709
    @mattgraves3709 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally got mine yesterday for my birthday.
    Couldn't be happier :)

  • @michaeltiefenbach7206
    @michaeltiefenbach7206 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    My immediate thought was "I want to cook food in that temperature controlled cup."

  • @daniellavery6667
    @daniellavery6667 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    If they had this, a heated mug with a temperature setting, but without bluetooth or wifi--preferably completely analog--I might really be tempted. But I'm allergic to the "smart" appliances angle, and I think the humble mug is a gizmo too far.

    • @tonyschmit3563
      @tonyschmit3563 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I have one. You really only need to use the app exactly once to pick the hold temperature you want. (And if you are ok with the default, you do not even need to do that.) After that, it just works. You pour coffee in and it keeps it the right temperature to the last drop.

    • @leetjohnson
      @leetjohnson ปีที่แล้ว +8

      You don't have to use the smart features...I haven't ever downloaded the app. The mug works perfectly and even turns on automatically as soon as you pour the coffee into it.

  • @samanthango2221
    @samanthango2221 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just received my as a Christmas gift looking forward to use it will come back in a couple weeks to let you know 🥰

  • @mattgray1982
    @mattgray1982 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My wife bought me this for our anniversary. BEST GIFT EVER! It is also the talk of my office. I’ll make my French press coffee at my desk and my French press keeps it warm enough for a while but now I can pour some in the ember mug and I am now able to keep it warm the entire time I drink it. I honestly have nothing bad to say about It other than I should have gotten the bigger version.

  • @Jellooze
    @Jellooze 5 ปีที่แล้ว +176

    125.6 freedom units if you muricans where wondering :)

    • @0bjectiveCat
      @0bjectiveCat 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It costs $80 stateside (at Amazon, Best Buy, etc.)

    • @confusedwhale
      @confusedwhale 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Leone
      122-129

    • @talisolin
      @talisolin 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      James reviews it and AvE tears it apart.

    • @drcodyfehrman
      @drcodyfehrman 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      talisolin who’s AvE?

  • @rinkzate
    @rinkzate ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I WISH these were $80 now.

  • @jerrybobteasdale
    @jerrybobteasdale 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a 32 oz stainless steel , lidded, vacuum-insulated tumbler for my coffee. It keeps the coffee hot for a long time. It's the best coffee cup I've had.

  • @aimeeseattle
    @aimeeseattle ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi! I just watched this ! I loved your video! I just purchased this , I got the ember mug in rose gold (metallic line) color. I kinda regret getting this in metallic because I used to wear braces in my youth and I don’t like the feeling of metal touching my tongue. BUT I am a TH-camr content creator so I often make my coffee then get ready to edit my videos and am often distracted that I really appreciate this mug holding the perfect temperature for me. I usually like my coffee at 110 degrees F , but with this mug, set at 125-130 makes the top part of coffee just right temp for me. I wish they would make the heating element wrap around the sides somehow in the future. Thanks for your honest and funny vids ❤

  • @johnmalin4933
    @johnmalin4933 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I recently bought an ember smart mug from Square Mile, and due to Brexit, DHL needed to register it with customs. Since they weren't aware of what it was, I had to explain to the guy at DHL that I was buying a smart mug to keep my coffee at the right temperature. It was an amusing conversation---definitely a first for the representative. Let's hope customs have a product category or create one under which DHL can register this, so that I can get my mug.

  • @Raiden_N7
    @Raiden_N7 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The nerd in me wants one. The me who spends most of a working day sat in front of a computer relishes any excuse to get up and go to the kitchen.

  • @teletubbiestunetwister9570
    @teletubbiestunetwister9570 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to have one of those heater coasters on my desk because I'm a secretary with ADHD. hahaha... but that sort of cooks the coffee. This one with a particular temperature set would be amazing.

  • @Raeilgunne
    @Raeilgunne ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just FYI, as of today, 11/11/22, the cost is 129 US for the 10 oz and 143 US for the 14 oz through Amazon. My wife immediately looked it up, and was sad.

  • @_multiverse_
    @_multiverse_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Dude, just buy a mug warmer. I got mine for 50 cents at a garage sale and holds the coffee at perfect temperature all day.
    No batteries, no app...just a switch.

    • @JamieLuv2u
      @JamieLuv2u 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Sam this is the MVP comment of the day. The fact that this exists, led me to believe that a mug warmer had not been invented yet. But to know it has, and that they can be bought for $10, makes me irritated that this is so poorly designed. Chi charging, and waterproof seem minimal. Thanks I am ordering one pronto!

  • @garydyke1
    @garydyke1 5 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    If it was £30 I would probably get one

    • @MorzenMebs
      @MorzenMebs 5 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      It probably could be that cheap soon if your OK with a knock off because it's a pretty simple product and it'll show up on aliexpres or bang good soon

    • @_Epictetus_
      @_Epictetus_ 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That would be getting too close tho what it cost them to manufacture. The cost probably being closer to $7.

  • @WeAreBullets
    @WeAreBullets 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    yeah and this is why i use an insulated decanter/pitcher to hold my coffee as i periodically pour it into a small cup to sip from. helps cool smaller amounts of coffee quicker so i can enjoy my coffee as soon as it's been brewed and making it last a bit longer than usual. i seen other coffee nerds do that but i originally borrowed that idea from - well from logic, but also- from my gongfu tea brewing method. definitely helps a bit more

  • @_TommyP
    @_TommyP 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    2:00 is 90 percent of my coffee pursuit. Which is now a state of rebellion in my life, much like growing a moustache in defiance when your partner says no.