Measuring ingredients in the kitchen may seem straightforward, but there are some basic dos and don'ts. For example, a liquid measuring cup should always be put to use when measuring oils, water, juices, and other wet ingredients. The best liquid measuring cup has easy-to-read standard and metric measuring marks and an easy-pour spout. They may also have convenient features like being dishwasher friendly and microwave safe. We've put together a list of some of our favorite liquid measuring cups that will make life easier in the kitchen.
OXO Good Grips 2-cup angled measuring cup
Staff pick
With a unique angled style and grippy handle, the OXO Good Grip measures accurately and is easy to read at a glance, and comfortable to hold.
Pros:
- Angled surface is easy to read from above
- Comfort grip
- Lightweight
- Long-lasting
Cons:
- Not microwave-safe
If you want the best liquid measuring cup, stop looking and put the OXO Good Grips in your shopping cart now. This model is uniquely angled to help you monitor measurements from above with ease. In fact, you'll get an accurate view no matter which way you look at it, which is by far our favorite feature. Constructed of BPA-plastic and fitted with a soft, non-slip handle, this is a dishwasher-safe kitchen tool that also cleans up quickly in the sink. Measurement markings are in both metric and standard form, so you won't need to do any quick calculations in your head.
Good Cook 2-cup clear measuring cup
A hangable steal
Made of high-impact plastic in a hangable design, this liquid measuring cup from Good Cook checks all the right boxes.
Pros:
- High-impact plastic
- Hangable
- Metric and standard measurements
- Affordable
Cons:
- Not dishwasher safe
The high-impact plastic on this model from Good Cook is tough enough to stand up to your heaviest cooking chores. Thanks to the clear design, you can see the liquid and the measurement markings no matter what kind of liquid you're working with. There's also a simple cutout at the top of the handle that slides over a hook for easy storage. Clever! This measuring cup has both standard and metric markings and is an absolute steal.
Rubbermaid Commercial Bouncer measuring cup
A big cup that measures up
Sometimes bigger is better! Rubbermaid's Commercial Bouncer holds one quart and is dishwasher and microwave safe.
Pros:
- Holds 4 cups of liquid
- Made from break-resistant polycarbonate
- Dishwasher safe
- Metric and standard
Cons:
- Uncomfortable handle
Rubbermaid's Commercial Bouncer holds up to one quart of liquid so you can cook in bulk without dirtying every measuring cup in the house. The measurements are in standard and metric, and they're easy to read, even when the cup is filled with steaming hot water. This liquid measuring cup is useable at temps from -40 degrees to 212 degrees Fahrenheit. Hot liquids, cold liquids, and even dense foods are doable in this break-resistant polycarbonate number.
Pyrex Prepware measuring cup
Doesn't stain or take on flavors
The 1-cup Pyrex can go directly from the refrigerator or freezer to a preheated oven.
Pros:
- All-glass design
- Doesn't absorb odors
- Never stains
- Microwave and dishwasher safe
Cons:
- It's small
The handy 1-cup Pyrex Prepware is a tough, clear glass measuring cup that's useable in the refrigerator, freezer, oven, and microwave. You can even take the cup straight from the freezer and put it in the oven without fretting. Bold, bright red lettering helps you measure using standard or metric, and the non-porous glass will never absorb food odors or stains. It cleans up easily by hand or in the dishwasher.
77L borosilicate glass measuring cup
Perfect for use on the stove or counter
The lightweight borosilicate glass measuring cup from 77L holds up to the heat of a stove or cold of a refrigerator.
Pros:
- Insulated handle
- Useable on a gas stove, electric stove, oven, and fridge
- Tall form factor
- Metric and standard
Cons:
- Not for electromagnetic ovens
The fun beaker-style design of the 77L liquid measuring cup will compliment any kitchen. With an insulated handle and V-shaped pour spout, the 77L is a clean, easy-to-use measuring cup. The borosilicate glass is heat and cold resistant. Use it on the stove, in the oven, and the microwave, or store liquids in the refrigerator. Measurements are in metric and standard and printed on the same side of the cup. Convenient!
Bottom line
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Liquid measuring cups come in a variety of shapes, sizes, and materials. You don't give up form or function by choosing a cup with a fun or funky design. All of our measuring cups do well with hot and cold liquids and will be a good fit in any kitchen.
Our favorite, the OXO Good Grips, is a two-cup model with a one-of-a-kind wide viewing angle. That means you'll spend less time measuring and more time eating the good stuff you're preparing.