Quick take
- Verdict: The MixMate does exactly what it promises: one press turns clumpy matcha, protein, cocoa or creamer into a smooth, evenly mixed drink, and the insulated steel keeps it hot through the morning. It's easy to clean, quiet, rechargeable and genuinely fun to use.
- Best for: Matcha, protein and greens drinkers tired of chalky clumps and shaker bottles
- Price: $49.99 from the official store
Our verdict
The MixMate does exactly what it promises: one press turns clumpy matcha, protein, cocoa or creamer into a smooth, evenly mixed drink, and the insulated steel keeps it hot through the morning. It's easy to clean, quiet, rechargeable and genuinely fun to use. Just know it doesn't heat drinks and isn't dishwasher-safe. For daily powder-drink people and as a crowd-pleasing gift, it's well worth $49.99 — and the 30-day guarantee makes it low-risk.
The short version
The MixMate is an insulated stainless-steel travel mug with a tiny magnetic stirrer built into the base. Pour in your coffee, matcha, cocoa or protein, press the button on the handle, and a small stir bar spins your drink into a smooth vortex in a few seconds — no spoon, no shaking, no clumps at the bottom. Double-wall insulation keeps drinks hot for up to 6 hours or cold for up to 12, the lid seals for the commute, and it charges by USB (the brand says one charge covers 20+ mixes). It also cleans itself: add soap and water, press, rinse. One caveat matters: despite some 'heated mug' marketing, the MixMate does not heat anything — it keeps hot drinks hot. At $49.99 it's a fun, genuinely useful upgrade for powder-drink people.
Pros
- One press spins drinks smooth in seconds — great for clumpy matcha, protein, collagen, cocoa and creamer
- Magnetic stirring means no blades, no spoon and nothing to assemble — the stir bar just sits in the base
- Double-wall insulated steel keeps drinks hot up to 6 hours and cold up to 12 (brand figures)
- Self-cleans: add a drop of soap and water, press the button, rinse
- Sealing lid for commuting, USB rechargeable with no batteries to buy, and a quiet motor
- 30-day 'love it or return it' guarantee; ships in 24-48 hours with 3-5 day US delivery
Cons
- It does not heat your drink — it only keeps already-hot drinks warm (the brand's own FAQ confirms this)
- Electronics in the base mean hand-wash only — don't submerge it or put it in the dishwasher
- Checkout pushes optional add-ons (VIP membership, shipping protection) — untick anything you don't want
How it works
Pour and add
Fill the MixMate with your coffee, tea, milk or water, then add creamer, matcha, cocoa, protein or greens powder.
Press the button
Tap the one-touch button on the handle. The magnetic drive spins the small stir bar in the base and pulls the drink into a smooth vortex in a few seconds.
Lid on, sip later
Seal the lid and go — the insulated steel keeps it hot for hours or cold all day. Re-stir any time with another press.
Who it's for
- Matcha, protein and greens drinkers tired of chalky clumps and shaker bottles
- Commuters and desk workers who want coffee that stays hot until lunch
- People with arthritis or limited grip who find stirring and shaking a chore
- Gift-shoppers looking for a fun, useful stocking-stuffer-plus gadget for coffee lovers
How does a self-stirring mug actually work?
It's the same principle as a lab magnetic stirrer, shrunk into a mug. A small motor in the base spins a magnet; sitting inside the cup is a little pill-shaped stir bar that follows that magnet around. Press the button and the bar spins fast enough to pull your drink into a whirlpool, breaking up powder clumps and blending creamer, cocoa or protein evenly. Because the drive is magnetic, there are no blades or shafts poking through the cup — which is also why it's easy to clean.
In practice that's exactly where the MixMate shines: powders that never fully dissolve with a spoon. Matcha, collagen, protein, greens and hot chocolate mix markedly smoother, and you can re-stir halfway through the morning when things settle. For black coffee on its own, the stirring is a nice-to-have rather than a must.
Does the MixMate heat drinks?
No — and this is the one thing to get straight before you buy. Some listings call it a 'heated smart mug', but MixMate's own FAQ is explicit: it doesn't heat your drink; you pour a hot drink in and the insulation keeps it hot. The brand rates it at up to 6 hours hot and up to 12 hours cold, which is in line with a decent double-wall steel tumbler.
If you want a mug that actively warms coffee on your desk all day, you need a heated mug like an Ember — which costs well over $100 and doesn't stir. If you want smooth, clump-free drinks that stay hot through the commute, the MixMate covers that for less than half the price.
Is the MixMate worth $49.99?
A good insulated travel mug alone runs $25-$40, so you're paying a modest premium for the stirring, the self-clean trick and the fun factor. For anyone who drinks powders every day — protein after the gym, matcha in the morning, collagen in coffee — that premium pays off quickly in smoother drinks and no more shaker bottles or crusty spoons. It's also an easy, crowd-pleasing gift: 2-, 3- and 4-pack bundles bring the per-mug price down further.
Skip it if you only drink black coffee, if you need a dishwasher-safe mug, or if what you really want is active heating. Otherwise it's a clever little upgrade, and the 30-day guarantee means you can try it in your own routine.
Our verdict · 8.9/10
Try the MixMate for yourself
Available now for $49.99. Ships to your door.
Frequently asked questions
Does the MixMate heat my coffee?
No. The MixMate stirs and insulates — it keeps hot drinks hot for up to 6 hours and cold drinks cold for up to 12, but it doesn't actively warm anything. Pour your drink in hot.
What drinks can I use it with?
Coffee and creamer, tea, hot chocolate, matcha, protein and pre-workout, greens and collagen powders, and even drink mixes and juices. It's best with powders that tend to clump.
How do I clean it?
Add a drop of dish soap and some warm water, press the button to let it spin, then rinse. Because the base holds the motor and battery, don't submerge it or put it in the dishwasher.
How long does the battery last?
MixMate says one USB charge powers 20 or more mixes. It charges with the included USB cable — no disposable batteries.
Is it leak-proof?
The lid seals tightly to help prevent spills during everyday use and commuting. As with any travel mug, keep it upright in bags to be safe.
How much does it cost and is there a guarantee?
One MixMate is $49.99 through the official checkout, with lower per-mug pricing in 2-, 3- and 4-packs. It comes with a 30-day 'love it or return it' guarantee, and most US orders arrive in 3-5 days.
When you buy through links on this page, TopCrate may earn an affiliate commission at no extra cost to you. Insulation times, battery life and sales figures are as stated by MixMate. MixMate is US-only. Prices accurate as of publish time.
