So I have to say I after having a baby I knew that there would be multiple products that I would be buying over the course of my child's life, but I didn't think cups would be such a big issue! I have to say that I've probably bought at least 10 different types of sippy cups. Most of them my child did not like. He took onto valve free cups quickly. So most of the cups I bought we've only tried a few times since most cups with valves are hard to suck from...at least that's what I've found. Also, I've found it hard to come by valve free cups. I don't think there is such a thing as a perfect sippy cup but the Sip & Spin is pretty darn close. The straw cup that I am using currently, I like, it's simple, cheap, and does the job. However, my child can easily pull the straw out and cause a bigger mess than valve free cups tend to cause. The other problem is that he also likes to pull the straw out and bend it in all directions. Since it's made of hard plastic all the straws are now deformed and the cup leaks when he tips it to drink out of it because the straw no longer has a good seal with the hole that you put it through.
BUT the Sip and Spin solves most of my problems.
#1 The cup is valve free, which is what I wanted for my son's development but I understand may not be a priority for every one.
#2 He can't pull the straw out or pull the lid off (screw top)!!!, Sure it still leaks a little when tipped upside down, but only the liquid in the straw. My other cup definitely spilled more.
#3 This product came with a bonus Zoomi straw, which basically you use in the same cup in place of the spinning gadget. Kind of 2 products in one.
#4 Now I really wasn't buying into the whole my kid will drink more because it spins thing...boy was I wrong. My son (20months) only drinks water and milk on a regular basis. I wish he would drink more water, he only averaged about 4-6oz of water a day and 16oz of milk. His pediatrician wasn't concerned so I didn't push the issue. Well Sip and Spin solved that for me. Since getting the cup for the last 2days he drank 16oz of water both days in addition to his milk :). Not sure if this will wear off as time passes but I'll have to update later.
Now some of the CONs...
#1 I was really buying the cup to give him milk because my other cup was leaking and I couldn't find replacement straws without buying a whole new set of cups. Well for some reason the spinning gadget doesn't work with milk. He can still drink but the wheel gets stuck? It didn't bother me since I didn't buy it for that purpose. I just want a valve free cup where the straw stayed put. Well with the bonus Zoomi straw I didn't have to use the spin contraption I could just use the Zoomi straw and I had a simple straw cup for the milk (I didn't know about the Zoomi Cup which you can buy on their website). However, as I indicated above the sip and spin gadget worked great to get him to drink his water, no spinning issues with water.
#2 The cost, yes it is expensive and as we all know one cup doesn't cut it (well at least for me as I am using it for milk and water). For the cost of this cup I can buy 5-6 cups of the other cup I am using......But honestly I'm happy and impressed so far that I'm likely going to buy a second to make life easier.
Suggestions: I only wish it had a little cap for the straw tip so when I travel with it I don't have to worry about it when it tips over. Also the pamphlet in the box indicate that the straw and 'O' ring will need to be replaced periodically but I can't find a place on their website that indicates where to purchase these items, so I wish that was an easier process.
Thanks for a great product. Hope this helps someone.
| Brand | nuSpin Kids |
|---|---|
| Color | Green |
| Special Feature | Dishwasher Safe |
| Style | Monster Trucks |
| Theme | Trucks,Monster |
| Included Components | Straw |
| Shape | Round |
| Pattern | Solid |
| Product Care Instructions | Dishwasher Safe |
| Age Range (Description) | Kid |
| Material Feature | Insulated |
| Reusability | Reusable |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Item Weight | 5 Ounces |
| Material Type Free | BPA Free |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Package Type | PET Clear Carton |
| Product Dimensions | 3.1 x 3.1 x 6.5 inches |
| Item model number | 1402-001-BPF |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Target gender | Male |
| Material Type | BPA Free, Phthalate Free, Latex Free, Lead Free |
| Additional product features | Dishwasher Safe |
| Batteries required | No |
| Is portable | No |
| Item Weight | 5 ounces |
