Our pick for most familiesToddler (cups, potties, beds, shoes)From ~6 months
b.box Sippy Cup (weighted straw)
An Australian-designed straw cup whose weighted straw lets little ones drink at any angle — great for outings.
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Between about 6 and 12 months your baby learns to drink from a cup. We would offer a small open cup at meals for practice, and keep a lidded straw cup for the car, the pram and the park — and this is the straw cup we would buy. The weighted straw follows the water, so it works even when tipped up, the handles are easy for small hands, the flip lid keeps the straw clean, and it is inexpensive. The trade-offs: straws need a proper clean (a brush is sold separately), the brand advises against hot or fizzy drinks, prints can fade, and a straw cup is not a substitute for open-cup practice.
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Pros
- Weighted straw works at any angle
- Easy-grip handles
- Flip lid keeps the straw clean
- Inexpensive and widely sold
Cons
- Straw needs regular brushing; cleaner sold separately
- Not for hot or fizzy drinks
- Does not replace open-cup practice
Who it suits
- Water on outings from about 6 months
- Toddlers moving off bottles
Who should look elsewhere
- Use as the only cup — practise with an open cup too
Price
< $20
Typically $11–$16 at our last check (8 Nov 2026). Prices change — check the retailer.
Specs
| Type | straw cup |
|---|---|
| Capacity ml | 240 |
| Parts | cup, lid, weighted straw, handles |
| Dishwasher | top rack |
| Materials | PP, silicone, steel weight |
What to look for
- Parts that come apart fully for cleaning
- Replacement straws available
Where to buy in Australia
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Last checked 8 Nov 2026 · Report a problem with this pick