Best Coffee Mug Warmers in the UK

Even the best coffee mug warmers are not the most sophisticated devices. That being said, there's something different about the Cosori CO194-CW. To start with, the model looks gorgeous, with the high-end brushed stainless steel construction not just ensuring long-term use and protecting the machine from rust and corrosion but also substantially improving its appearance.

Above the brushed steel housing, this warmer's adding high-tech PI film heating element. Besides protecting the machine from spills, thus eliminating spill damage from the possible equation, the PI film also makes cleaning hassle-free.

The spill-resistant treatment also includes the LED screen. Using this screen (and the touch controls to its left), you can switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius systems as well as control the temperature. To that end, the machine will let you slow down the cooling speed or go the opposite way, keeping the drink as warm as 158 degrees Fahrenheit/70 degrees Celsius.

Where the model takes a somewhat wrong turn is with its compatibility disposition. Sure, the heating element works with glass, ceramic, iron, and steel mugs but the mugs have to be 100% flat-bottomed and, you'd surprised, that describes very few mugs. Even so, the Cosori CO194-CW runs circles around 9/10 coffee mug warmers.

The SCOBUTY 55С is pretty much what cup warmers should be like. First off, the high-quality heating element provides reliable high temperature resistance and is excellent at transferring heat with minimal loss. Second, its panel is waterproof, so an occasional spill will do nothing but require a wipe with a damp cloth.

Regardless, one could make an argument that this device's biggest selling point (and a fairly unique one at that) is the fact that this handsome fellow also hangs with wireless chargers. To elaborate, using its mode selector, you can toggle between mug warmer and wireless charger modes. So, once you've finished the drink, you can always place a gadget that supports wireless charging on the warming base and recharge that gadget. Needless to say, this is neither what we usually expect from mug warmers nor what we're looking for, but the feature is appreciated nonetheless.

Maybe this is because the device juggles both mug-warming and phone-charging functions but the heating (and, again, also the charging) surface scratches easily, so we would suggest proceeding with caution. As long as you do that, the SCOBUTY 55С should provide immense value with its 2-in-1 functionality and reliable long-term performance.

The Duokon 05zi7smb1k-02 (really rolls off the tongue, wouldn't you say?) is sufficient, that's the word we'll go with. Despite its plasticky, somewhat cheap-looking appearance, this device is anything but cheap. For one, the high-strength aluminium shell protects the heating element from shock damage and the whole thing from deformation. Likewise, the heat-resistant glass panel is a sturdy and durable addition that you cannot easily break or even scratch.

But what tips the scales more than the rest is the mug warmer's size. At 120 x 120 x 13 millimetres, this is the most compact device on this list and, as far as we're aware, maybe even the most compact model in its price bracket. Plus, despite sacrificing size, this petite machine is just as compatible with flat-bottomed glass, ceramic, and metal mugs as its less space-saving peers.

With its one-button operation, you can switch between low temperature heating (40 ~ 50 degrees Celsius) and high temperature heating (55 ~ 60). The only caveat here is that the touch switch does not always respond, so you'll have to push it twice sometimes. Other than that, the Duokon 05zi7smb1k-02 will have no issues trading blows with the most expensive electric mug warmers.

The QLG&S SLCW001-2 keep things simple but without approaching the 'basic' territory. Using its size as the springboard, the model measures 120 x 120 x 15 millimetres, so even the busiest workspaces or countertops should be able to accommodate this device. The jury is still out on its cord though. Without nylon braiding, the cord seems to always get tangled, which is not the worst thing that can happen but a little annoying nonetheless.

What's not annoying, however, is the two heating mode options that this device lets you choose from. With the low heating mode (40 - 50 degrees Celsius), you can prevent milk or cocoa from getting cold, whilst the high heating mode (55 - 60 degrees) will keep tea, coffee, or hot as warm as it should be.

To go with these modes, the model also includes a timing button. As you would expect, with it, you can set up a timer, selecting between 1-9 hours or setting the time to keep the temperature constant. Now, remove the cup and the empty heating element will operate for 5 minutes and automatically shut down.

We can also talk about the non-skid feet on the bottom, the waterproof panel, or the high-strength glass surface but, even without discussing these strong points, the QLG&S SLCW001-2 makes quite a compelling case.

The Corfee C-02 goes less the modern route and more the timeless path. Ditching LED screens and touch panels, this simple device works with a wooden-like, making its appearance a little more elegant than the usual high-tech outline that these mug warmers are sporting more often than not.

Of course, since the model comes without buttons or switches, removing controls altogether, there's nothing you can do about the temperature. The one and only option that will be available to you is keeping the drink around 60 degrees Celsius, which is fine since that's the temperature that tea and coffee should be kept around anyway, but having a different option to choose but would have nice as well.

On the upside, despite its non-modern attitude, the model comes equipped with a stainless steel heating element, meaning you won't have to worry about this device catching a corrosion case or forming rust patches. A little less upside-y, so to speak, is the fact that this mug warmer's compatible with glass and metal cups but not necessarily with ceramic.

Assuming you're fine with that and don't care for fancy settings or sophisticated controls, the Corfee C-02 should not leave you wanting more. Plus, with its USB connection, this model can work from any USB-enabled device.