Woot! has select Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug (Factory Reconditioned) on sale as listed below. Shipping is free for Amazon Prime Members (must login with your Amazon account and select a shipping address in order for Woot to apply free shipping) or is otherwise $6 per order.
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Woot! has select Ember Temperature Control Smart Mug (Factory Reconditioned) on sale as listed below. Shipping is free for Amazon Prime Members (must login with your Amazon account and select a shipping address in order for Woot to apply free shipping) or is otherwise $6 per order.
Thanks to Deal Hunter Navy-Wife for finding this deal.
Non-owners always have a LOT to say about these – and believe me, I get it, I swore up and down I never wanted or needed one of these things. I got one as a gift two years ago and I would unequivocally say I would buy myself one now and have given a few as gifts. They just WORK and are perfect for a slow coffee drinker, like myself. For the record, I only opened the app once, I don't need to futz with temps after one setting.
My main tip, though: do not waste your time/money/coffee on anything less than the 14 ounce, the 10 ounce is just TOO little.
In my experience the warranty isn't the best. Have the Mug2 and lid broke when I pressed it in after a few months. Had to practically beg for them to do a one time exception and send me a replacement after sending pictures and videos of broken lid. Still had receipt and within 1 year of ownership.
The Gen 2 has a button on the bottom, you hold it down and it turns off.
Pro tip for my ember fam, buy a small pack of rubber coated baby spoons to stir your coffee.
Never use a regular spoon as it will chip the coating.
My justification for avoiding these has always been that its healthy for me to get up from my desk, take a break and reheat or refill my coffee. I'm still tempted though when I see these.
If anyone else, like me, doesn't care about the 60 minutes vs 90 minutes, amazon has refurb for under $40 with automatic coupon for og 14oz. Worth the extra $4 since it sold out at woot.
I do not recommend their products because their warranty is only 1-year, and the rechargeable battery degrades over time with use. Eventually, your mug will not work whenever it is off the charging coaster which is the case for my travel mug v1. It works only when it is on the coaster but it immediately turns off when I lift it off. I looked into replacing the battery myself but it is not easy finding the part. Also taking it apart for battery replacement does not appear to be easy for me. I am past the 1-year mark and Ember's solution is offering me the travel mug v2 (mug only with no accessories) for ~$90. I did not accept their solution because what if this new mug also has the same issue after 1-year? I liked the idea because I am a slow coffee drinker, but execution and longevity are terrible.
I bought the 16oz tumbler for Xmas last year and so far it's been great. There are occasional issues with the app where the mug doesn't detect the liquid, and the charging coaster pins got stuck so I bought a spare coaster. Definitely wouldn't go smaller than 14oz. Dunno if I'd buy a used coffee mug though, that's kinda gross.
The bases fail very often. I've gone through 6 of them in about 4 years. At least ember is good about replacing them for free!
yeah, the pins get stuck in the "down" position. I just used a small tweezers to pull it up and bend the pin slightly, keeping it stuck in the "up" position. Problem solved,
yeah, the pins get stuck in the "down" position. I just used a small tweezers to pull it up and bend the pin slightly, keeping it stuck in the "up" position. Problem solved,
Sometimes. 50 50 in my experience. And I have a few more data points
Why OP's mug is a better alternative to a Zojirushi Stainless Steel mug that will/is:
1. Electronic-free mug (no need to re-charge, have it tethered constantly to a hot plate to keep it hot/warm and battery is non-replaceable)
2. Larger (16oz vs 14oz)
3. New (vs woot reconditioned (YIKES!! Stay away!!))
4. Cheaper (at least 1/2 the cost even vs a reconditioned item)
5. More portable (compatible with cup holders and is leak-proof)
6. More ergonomic
7. More durable (made of stainless steel)
8. More utility (works to maintain hot and cold beverages)
9. Keeps beverages hotter longer (rated 6 hours @ 157F vs. 80 minute battery)
10. Better warranty (5 years vs. no warranty (or 30 days if you get it new)
I'm honestly interested to read why you consider a Woot reconditioned, battery powered Ember mug a better alternative to a brand new Zojirushi Stainless Steel Mug?
I have a zojirushi, it's no match for an Ember for keeping your coffee hot.
Woot had Amazon deliver my gray 14 oz mug 2 just now... With a "used - like new" item inventory sticker, X0047KN93F.
Anyone else get theirs yet?
Same experience. I'm debating on sending 2/3 "used like new" back. One of three was "reconditioned" as promised and was clearly different, coming in a sealed package.
I do not recommend their products because their warranty is only 1-year, and the rechargeable battery degrades over time with use. Eventually, your mug will not work whenever it is off the charging coaster which is the case for my travel mug v1. It works only when it is on the coaster but it immediately turns off when I lift it off. I looked into replacing the battery myself but it is not easy finding the part. Also taking it apart for battery replacement does not appear to be easy for me. I am past the 1-year mark and Ember's solution is offering me the travel mug v2 (mug only with no accessories) for ~$90. I did not accept their solution because what if this new mug also has the same issue after 1-year? I liked the idea because I am a slow coffee drinker, but execution and longevity are terrible.
So buy the 3 tear extended warranty for $7.99. Even if Ember doesn't want to replace it you can at least submit the warranty claim and get your money back.
Received my two 14-oz mugs, one black and one gray. Gray one looks fine but the black one came without a charging cable, the box was open and not put together, the mug had scratches, smudges, dirt, and oil all over it. No one "factory reconditioned" this. It doesn't look as though there was any kind of inspection process.
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My main tip, though: do not waste your time/money/coffee on anything less than the 14 ounce, the 10 ounce is just TOO little.
Pro tip for my ember fam, buy a small pack of rubber coated baby spoons to stir your coffee.
Never use a regular spoon as it will chip the coating.
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1. Electronic-free mug (no need to re-charge, have it tethered constantly to a hot plate to keep it hot/warm and battery is non-replaceable)
2. Larger (16oz vs 14oz)
3. New (vs woot reconditioned (YIKES!! Stay away!!))
4. Cheaper (at least 1/2 the cost even vs a reconditioned item)
5. More portable (compatible with cup holders and is leak-proof)
6. More ergonomic
7. More durable (made of stainless steel)
8. More utility (works to maintain hot and cold beverages)
9. Keeps beverages hotter longer (rated 6 hours @ 157F vs. 80 minute battery)
10. Better warranty (5 years vs. no warranty (or 30 days if you get it new)
I'm honestly interested to read why you consider a Woot reconditioned, battery powered Ember mug a better alternative to a brand new Zojirushi Stainless Steel Mug?
Anyone else get theirs yet?
Anyone else get theirs yet?
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Anyone else get theirs yet?
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