Outlet Reviews

its not what they say it is except its color !!???
Don't buy it even when i wanted to return it they would not pay for the return shipping !?!?!?
they did say in theitr old add that it has dule power voltge they chnge it now do iu bought it had it shipt to kuwait trie3d it and it wouldn't work !?!? becouse we have 220 volte i asked for a return adress which i was welling to pay for the retrun at my own expence
and that was the last i heard for the company
pluse amazon would not interfer in the matter
SO DON"T DEAL WITH THAT JUSER COMPAY

The tumbler that I have is sold in various places as the '360-degree Dribble-Proof Tumbler', I am not sure if that is the same as the JMT401 but on paper the specs and features are the same. It is not a good design for car use. On the plus side I like the no-handle design and it has a small base which should fit most cupholders. On the down side you need 2 hands to twist the lid open or closed. Also the 'dribble-proof' design means that the mug has a very deep lip, and even when it is full you have to tip it far up and into your field of view to get the liquid flowing.

I have been using this tumbler since the days when it was listed as a Thermos product. It has changed little in that time, though it now doesn't have the mid-body rubber grip surface that it once had for a softer and more secure hold. (Its a loss to take it away, too.)

I can also compare it to the more popular Nissan "Ultimate" tumbler, since I bought one when I thought I'd lost this gem. Of the two, I much prefer the JMT401 for its handle-free design, and for the 360-degree sip capability. The handle of the Ultimate is a less comfortable grip, and it requires you to crank the wrist and to grip a smaller handle. You can't get away from the handle on the Ultimate, either, because you can only sip from the prescribed site.

This tumbler keeps liquids hot for as long as the Ultimate--and both of them are very, very good for such a compact unit.

Cheers!

I've happily owned this mug for many months after a friend recommended it. I never had a problem with it but I believe the low rating and reviews come from some misunderstandings about the product and the Thermos name.

Perhaps when people see the name, "Thermos", they are reminded of the quality flasks they make. Even though this is a travel mug, the Thermos name can lead to confusion with people thinking it works like a sealed flask. It isn't. It's a mug. It was not designed to be 100% sealed so throwing a filled mug into your backpack is a bad idea, and that applies to ANY mug.

Secondly, no where does it say it is leak proof. It is spill resistant, meaning if you drop it, it will not splash all over the place. The design of the mug's spill resistance is also why you must tip the mug at a greater then 90 degree angle to drink from it. Yes, this can be annoying, but it is a small sacrifice for the spill resistance.

The spill resistance does not mean some liquid won't come out when it is dropped. It just means it won't spill all over the place. A drizzle or so will flow. This is achieved with the lids special 360 degree flow opening. Tiny slits run around the entire lid when it is twisted open, thereby allowing you to drink from any part of the rim. These tiny slits prevent liquid from flowing profusely and in addition it keeps outside air exposure to a minimum, thereby keeping the liquid cooler or hotter, longer.

The mug is easy to clean. Other users have complained about the smell or bacteria. I find the smell and bacteria problem inherent in EVERY insulated mug, not just this one, and it is usually because I get lazy and don't clean it out after every drink like I should. It's my own fault. Not the mug's. Anyone who drinks coffee regularly knows this.

In the car, this mug is perfect. Unlike a regular paper cup or plain insulated mug, the handle-less design makes it easy to grip and find. In addition, the 360 degree drink lip keeps your eyes on the road instead of staring at the mug looking for the drink opening. Anyone who drinks beverages while driving will appreciate this feature all the more.

The 360 degree drink lid can be twisted to "open" and "close" modes. "close" is used to keep liquids insulated for longer periods. The description of 3 hours hot and 4-6 hours cold is accurate. My cup of coffee can go 3 hours and remain relatively hot. In "open" mode, the coffe cools down, but after 3 hours, it is still very warm. This may not seem like much, but other insulated mugs I've used keep beverages hot for a maximum of an hour and by 3 hours, it's cold. So the insulating performance of the Nissan is superior.

Another complaint addressed by users is that this twist top requires two hands and is detrimental while driving. While this is true, WHY WOULD YOU BE TWISTING THE TOP WHILE DRIVING? The insulating performance is good enough that you can keep it "open". I've driven long stretches across states and never had a problem.

I also believe the low average rating on amazon stems from the high price. Compared to the 3.99 insulating mug you find at the dollar store, it looks expensive, but that 3.99 mug is no better then a ceramic one. Most good insulating mugs cost $15-$35. At $20-$25, the Nissan handily beats even the $35 I have used. It's not a bargain, but the best value for your money. You do get what you paid for and then some.

I only gave it 4 stars because there are a few improvements that could be made. The lid can be made more leak resistance and it isn't clear if the different lid grooves require the lid to be affixed back on in a specific way. This is never explained. And a rubberized grip would help greatly.

LOVED this when we first bought it. It kept all the fruits fresh for so much longer. I thought I'd gone to Heaven! It really delivered on all its claims. However, 6 months later, the cooling mechanism broke! When I attempted to have it replaced, I learned that this same problem is happening to everyone. Plus, our electric bill went up noticeably during those months that we were using the item full time. Still, if the manufacturer could fix the break-down problem, I'd give it another try.

I bought this for my mother more than three years ago. She said it significantly prolonged the life of bananas and apples. She had to leave her apartment and at that time I had to leave it in a hurry, complete with two apples. When I returned a month later they were still in great shape. When we closed her apartment I took it home with me. Now, two months later, it's become VERY noisy. After reading other reviews I suspect it's not working very well if at all. Select Brands offers no repair. I have no idea what on-line source I ordered it from (on Amazon), and can find no way to get it repaired. Now that we've learned about it being an energy hog, I'll probably ditch it unless mechanical-engineer hubby can fix it.

I loved my Fruit Saver while it was working. My first one lasted for about 3 months. I returned it and my second one lasted about 6 months. Since I didn't have to pay for the second one, I'm considering returning it too to get a new one. I loved it when it was working, but can't the parts work any longer? I assumed running it 24-7 shortened the life span of the motor or cooler. The second time around, I put it in a cooler location and unplugged it when I could, but that wasn't enough. I recommend the Fruit Saver if you don't mind sending it back for a replacement every so often.