How long generally, does the cup last before you need to replace it?
1308239
The cups last the longest if you follow these steps... 1) when not using the diffuser- remove the cup- 2) empty out any remaining liquid 3) store cup upside down. These steps will help the fragile cup last longer- the plastic is super thin and flexible to allow the vibrations to make the mist- they end up with pin holes in them very easily- acidic oils make them last even shorter periods of time- sometimes they even come with pin holes already :-/ The insert says they should last up to 3 months or longer- this just isn't so... The longest one has lasted for me is just over a month- using it every day almost- I reccomend having extras on hand. The cups last the longest if you follow these steps... 1) when not using the diffuser- remove the cup- 2) empty out any remaining liquid 3) store cup upside down. These steps will help the fragile cup last longer- the plastic is super thin and flexible to allow the vibrations to make the mist- they end up with pin holes in them very easily- acidic oils make them last even shorter periods of time- sometimes they even come with pin holes already :-/ The insert says they should last up to 3 months or longer- this just isn't so... The longest one has lasted for me is just over a month- using it... » Read More The cups last the longest if you follow these steps... 1) when not using the diffuser- remove the cup- 2) empty out any remaining liquid 3) store cup upside down. These steps will help the fragile cup last longer- the plastic is super thin and flexible to allow the vibrations to make the mist- they end up with pin holes in them very easily- acidic oils make them last even shorter periods of time- sometimes they even come with pin holes already :-/ The insert says they should last up to 3 months or longer- this just isn't so... The longest one has lasted for me is just over a month- using it every day almost- I reccomend having extras on hand. « Show Less
1308240
It should last a few monthsI use mine every day and actually when it gets filmy I clean it with a little soap and warm water.
1308241
My first cup got a hole in it with in 2 weeks. However I have been using my second cup for almost 2 months and it's still working great. :)
1308242
The cups last the longest if you follow these steps... 1) when not using the diffuser- remove the cup- 2) empty out any remaining liquid 3) store cup upside down. These steps will help the fragile cup last longer- the plastic is super thin and flexible to allow the vibrations to make the mist- they end up with pin holes in them very easily- acidic oils make them last even shorter periods of time- sometimes they even come with pin holes already :-/ The insert says they should last up to 3 months or longer- this just isn't so... The longest one has lasted for me is just over a month- using it every day almost- I reccomend having extras on hand.
1308243
We haven't had a cup last more than 2-3 days. They are very thin plastic and don't hold up well. I am hoping that this is a "bad" batch as we like the diffuser, but at $1 each, replacing them at this rate will end quickly.
1308244
I've had my diffuser for just about 10 days. I am on my 5th cup! I follow all of the instructions and have it on about 12 hours per day. 5-8pm on 50 minutes-2 hour setting and 8pm-6am on the 9 hour setting. I found a leak yesterday afternoon, replaced the cup, ran it over night on the 9 hour setting. When I got home from work, I put it on my regular 3 hour setting. Before bed, went to empty the cup and add a night blend - another hole. I LOVE this diffuser - maybe I got a REALLY BAD batch of cups....and now the site is out of replacement cups. I loved it so much, i ordered 6 more for my house and three as gifts. I'm hoping the new ones will have longer lasting cups. I've had my diffuser for just about 10 days. I am on my 5th cup! I follow all of the instructions and have it on about 12 hours per day. 5-8pm on 50 minutes-2 hour setting and 8pm-6am on the 9 hour setting. I found a leak yesterday afternoon, replaced the cup, ran it over night on the 9 hour setting. When I got home from work, I put it on my regular 3 hour setting. Before bed, went to empty the cup and add a night blend - another hole. I LOVE this diffuser - maybe I got a REALLY BAD batch of cups....and now the site is out of replacement cups. I loved it so much, i ordered 6 more for my... » Read More I've had my diffuser for just about 10 days. I am on my 5th cup! I follow all of the instructions and have it on about 12 hours per day. 5-8pm on 50 minutes-2 hour setting and 8pm-6am on the 9 hour setting. I found a leak yesterday afternoon, replaced the cup, ran it over night on the 9 hour setting. When I got home from work, I put it on my regular 3 hour setting. Before bed, went to empty the cup and add a night blend - another hole. I LOVE this diffuser - maybe I got a REALLY BAD batch of cups....and now the site is out of replacement cups. I loved it so much, i ordered 6 more for my house and three as gifts. I'm hoping the new ones will have longer lasting cups. « Show Less
1308245
The cups last months. I've had my whisper diffuser for 4 years and have not had to buy replacements. Why others are getting holes in theirs is completely beyond my understanding. I've given one to my sister and daughter with the same results. This diffuser is reliable and easy to use.
1308246
I returned my diffuser before I found out and purchased another that I am really happy with by UOFTEN
1308247
The manufacturer says three months. I have been using my current cup since the beginning of November and it's still just fine.
376215
No. In fact, the cups leak and the motors burn out within months in the newer models. I have one that is probably 8 years old and used often. Bought one last year, motor burned out within a month. Replaced it and the motor burned out after third use. Disappointed.
2129161
I have 2 of these cups which I use for my 1-year-old grandson. I have not seen any replacement straws for this product in the stores or on the Playtex Lil' Gripper/Training Time Cup website. If the straw were to wear out I would just go & purchase another unit.
2257121
I use the cup everyday at work. I work in a prison. I bought it because it's durable. It's a quality cup. I thought the price was extremely reasonable.
363194
I replace mine about every 6 months. As long as you have a shutoff valve ahead of the filter it's an easy un-screw the old, screw in the new replacement operation. I put a bucket underneath it to catch any water during the replacement (very little spills out.) Takes a couple of minutes at most.
1875581
My box of Sleepytime Tea has printed on it, "Best used by April 2016"" and I received it last month. I had another k-cup for a long while and I found that if I 'massaged' the cup, it was perfectly fine. I can't imagine it will go bad.
1304347
The smell does go away. I use this cup sporadically, maybe 1-2 times per week and it went away after maybe 3-4 months. With daily use it will likely be less.
121641
Yes, it is. We had one like it for 5 years but I dtopped it and it broke. It was my husband's morning coffee cup. I was delighted to find it on Amazon. Buy it and enjoy!
926954
I've only had this new measuring cup for a few months (bought it for my daughter), but I have my own that is at least 10 years old and the markings are still very easy to read. We are not gentle with it, either--it goes in the microwave, the dishwasher, and gets constant use.
1739454
Not sure what happened with the other folks but mine will be 2 years old next month and I haven't had a single issue. My Keurig brand before this only lasted 1 year. I use mine about 6 times a week. Coffee, tea and cocoa.I do use R/O water (though I read that I should not), as I want my coffee to taste good.
2252417
I've only had mine for a little over a month, but I'll thrown it in my son's hockey bag with ice skates and other gear, used it in the car (sometime throwing it in the trunk), use it every day as my primary coffee "cup" at the office, and make no attempt to be gentle with it-as I really don't car if it is scratched or scuffed-and it hasn't scratched yet. I is a very well-built thermos.
1225413
The newer models dont require filter replacement. Some of the older ones we sold do have optional ones. Historically they did not use filters on these, but modern drinkers don't want grounds in the bottom of the cup.The easiest way though is to just use some fine cheesecloth which you can put around the siphoning piece if you like
199726
Yes you can. I replaced mine with bodum's standard cup after the original broke.
2216959
Just make sure that the coffee holder is snaped down in place before you start the machine. If it does not click in, is not seated properly and will leak. After two years of ownership with no issues it may just be worn out.
100570
My husband and I have had our Thermos cups for over 2 1/2 years and they still work like new. He has left his coffee in the mug for 4 hours before and it's still been hot. My husband uses his every single day. This is the best travel mug I've ever bought.
1887937
I had mine for 5 years before replacing and I used it quite often. When it became solid I knew it was time to replace.
1890422
I have never had to replace a cup, they are very sturdy and take repeated washing and uses just fine. I do have two sets, however, because we use a lot of yogurt and makes it easier for weekly batches. I let my yogurt incubate for 9 hours but could possibly use a shorter time. Twelve to 16 hours seems long.