In a 20 oz vs 40 oz tumbler comparison at Marie Gems, the 20 oz is $19.99 and the 40 oz version of the same design is $38.00, so the bigger size costs $18.01 more. The 40 oz holds nearly double. Custom versions run $24.99 and $42.99.
I run Marie Gems, a DTF transfer shop in Wichita, Kansas, with more than 500 orders shipped and no minimum order. Tumblers are a different part of the shop from the transfers: they are made to order and hand-finished by me, and every one is stainless steel drinkware, so nothing here is about heat pressing.
How does a 20 oz vs 40 oz tumbler compare on price?
Ready-made, a 20 oz tumbler is $19.99 and a 40 oz tumbler is $38.00; custom, they are $24.99 and $42.99. The Purple Sunflower design comes in both sizes, which makes it the cleanest like-for-like comparison in the shop.
| Tumbler | Size | Price | Price per ounce | Handle |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Purple Sunflower 20 oz | 20 oz, skinny profile | $19.99 | about $1.00 | No handle listed |
| Purple Sunflower 40 oz | 40 oz | $38.00 | $0.95 | Not stated in the listing |
| Eat Sleep Read 40 oz | 40 oz with handle | $38.00 | $0.95 | Yes |
| Custom 20 oz | 20 oz, skinny profile | $24.99 | about $1.25 | No handle listed |
| Custom 40 oz | 40 oz with handle | $42.99 | about $1.07 | Yes |
The 40 oz size is cheaper per ounce in both lines, but the first cost is higher. At $38.00 against $19.99 you pay $18.01 more up front, and the custom pair differs by $18.00.
How much more liquid does a 40 oz tumbler hold?
A 40 oz tumbler holds nearly double what a 20 oz tumbler holds, which is how my Eat Sleep Read 40 oz listing puts it, so you refill less often through the day. The Purple Sunflower 40 oz listing says the larger size is ideal for long work days or road trips. The Eat Sleep Read listing says the handle makes it easy to carry from the couch to the car.
Which tumbler size is better for gifts?
Give a 20 oz tumbler when you want a lower price and a slim shape, and give a 40 oz tumbler when the person is a big reader or drinks water all day. The 20 oz line includes designs for moms, readers and funny gifts at $19.99 each, which is why they fill my gift posts. My mom tumbler gifts post and book lover tumbler guide use that size. The 40 oz Eat Sleep Read is described as a fit for book club gifts, birthdays or a treat-yourself purchase.
Can I personalize a 20 oz or 40 oz tumbler?
Yes, both sizes have a custom listing: the 20 oz takes a name, photo or logo, and the 40 oz also takes a monogram. Both listings say a free design proof is emailed before production, and you leave your wording or design request in the checkout notes. The custom 40 oz listing names moms, teachers, brides and small businesses as the people it suits, and it describes the exterior as sweat-free. My post on the custom 20 oz tumbler covers that size, and the custom photo gifts price table compares it with other custom items. Custom products cannot be returned under my refund policy, so approve the proof carefully.
How do I clean a 20 oz or 40 oz tumbler?
Hand wash it and keep it out of the microwave. My Purple Sunflower 20 oz listing says hand washing is recommended to help preserve the printed design, and Marie Gems tumblers should not be placed in the microwave, since most tumblers contain metal or stainless steel components. The 40 oz listings do not give a separate care line, so I would treat them the same way and follow any instructions that come with your tumbler.
Is the 40 oz tumbler worth the extra money?
It is worth it if you refill a 20 oz tumbler more than once a day, because the 40 oz costs about 5 cents less per ounce on the Purple Sunflower design ($0.95 against about $1.00). It is not worth it if you want the lowest price, since the ready-made 20 oz stays at $19.99. For a custom order the gap is $18.00, which buys you nearly double the volume and a handle on the listings that state one, plus a monogram option that the 20 oz listing does not list.
Where can I see every tumbler?
The Mom Tumblers and Funny Tumblers collections hold the 20 oz designs, and the Custom Orders collection has both custom sizes. For a funny pick, read my funny tumblers roundup.