We compared two enamel camping mugs: the Milestone Camping Enamel Travel Mug and the HaWare Enamel Mug Set of 4.
What we looked at
Number of mugs, price per mug, stated size, and listing detail.
The verdict
If you just need one black camping mug for as little as £6.78, the Milestone is the pick. If you would rather have four 350ml mugs for a group, the HaWare set of 4 is the alternative, at £20.99, or about £5.25 a mug.
A £6.78 single black enamel mug for camping and hiking.
A £20.99 set of four 350ml enamel mugs in red, yellow, blue and green.
Milestone Camping Enamel Travel Mug (Black) — Best Single
Intended for: Marketed as a single black enamel travel mug described as ideal for camping, hiking, fishing and travel. The listing gives limited further detail, with no capacity or materials stated in its feature bullets. Carries 4.4 stars from 1.5K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- Far cheaper than buying the HaWare set, at £6.78 for one mug
- Black enamel mug aimed at camping, hiking and fishing
- Decent review history (1.5K ratings)
- 4.4 star rating on this listing
Worth knowing
- Listing states no capacity or materials in its bullets
- Only one mug
Best for
- Buyers who just need a single mug
- Anyone who wants the lowest outlay
- Those who prefer a plain black mug
Not ideal for
- Groups who need several mugs
- Anyone who wants a stated capacity
HaWare Enamel Coffee Tea Mug Set of 4, 350ml — Set of 4
Intended for: Marketed as a set of four 350ml (12 ounce) enamel mugs in red, yellow, blue and green, made from iron with a ceramic coating, with a wide U-handle, described as rust-free and non-toxic, for home, office, travel and camping, with hand-washing recommended. Carries 4.6 stars from 1.4K ratings on this listing.
What we liked
- 4 mugs in the set, about £5.25 each
- Stated 350ml (12oz) size
- Iron with ceramic coating, with a wide U-handle
- Higher star rating than the Milestone (4.6 vs 4.4)
Worth knowing
- Costs £14.21 more than the single Milestone mug
- Hand-washing is recommended on the listing
Best for
- Groups, families or couples camping together
- Anyone who wants a stated 350ml size
- Those who like bright colours
Not ideal for
- Buyers who only need one mug
- Anyone who wants to put them in a dishwasher
