The Red Cups party cups from GOODS+GADGETS® promise a robust and practical solution for exuberant celebrations. The product is characterized by its extreme stability and thick-walled finish in bright red. No buckling, tearing or falling over of the cups ensures carefree enjoyment without any annoying mess. Thanks to their generous capacity of 473 ml, they offer enough space for a wide variety of drinks. Even after repeated washing, the party cups remain in good condition. As reusable cups , they are an environmentally friendly alternative to disposable cups.
Advantages
✅ Sturdy and thick-walled cups
✅ Large capacity volume
✅ Reusable
✅ Suitable for beer pong
Disadvantages
❌ Slight loss of color after rinsing cycles
The first impression
Packaging and contents
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | Unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided, the plastic film protects the product components | 80 points |
| Package contents & scope | 50 Red Cups, three yellow balls | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Product self-explanatory, Beer Pong instructions in German | 100 points |
| Total | 95 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The GOODS+GADGETS® party cups are carefully packaged and hygienically protected by the foil. The sturdy cardboard box offers sufficient protection during transportation. Although unnecessary packaging waste has been avoided, the use of plastic film could possibly be a point of criticism for some consumers. The scope of delivery includes 50 Red Cups and three yellow balls. German-language beer pong instructions round off the set.
Packaging
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Attractive, colorful design, made of plastic | 100 points |
| Processing | Very good workmanship | 100 points |
| Stability | Very sturdy and thick-walled | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | No information on sustainability, but high-quality materials, dishwasher-safe, reusable | 90 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
Individual parts
The Red Cups party cups have an attractive, colorful design and are made of high-quality plastic . The finish is excellent, with no edges, scratches or uneven transitions. The product is very sturdy and thick-walled, which guarantees a long service life . Although no specific sustainability information is available, the reusable cups are more environmentally friendly than disposable options and are also dishwasher safe. The money-back guarantee also underlines the manufacturer’s confidence in the quality of the product.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 473 ml, sufficient for a wide variety of drinks | 100 points |
| Leakage safety | Sturdy and thick-walled, no buckling, tearing or falling over | 100 points |
| Handling | Reusable, dishwasher-safe, color fades slightly after rinsing | 90 points |
| Additional function | Suitable for Beer Pong | 100 points |
| Variants | Two different colors and set sizes | 100 points |
| Total | 98 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
With a capacity of 473 ml , the Red Cups party cups offer enough space for a wide variety of drinks. The sturdy and thick-walled construction ensures that they are spill-proof. Neither buckling , tearing nor falling over were a problem in the test, so that unnecessary spillage is avoided. As a reusable cup , the product is reusable and dishwasher-safe. However, we found that the color of the bright red loses some of its intensity with repeated cleaning. However, the functionality remains the same. A particular highlight is its suitability for the popular party game Beer Pong. The manufacturer offers different variants for buyers who would like to color-coordinate their parties. The cups are available in both bright red and blue and can be purchased in sets of 50 or 100 cups.
Interior view
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we examine how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Good | 80 points |
| Rating cut | 4.5 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 75 points |
| Total | 78 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, customers rate the product with an average of 4.5 stars. Customers appreciate the option of labeling the cups with felt-tip pens and praise the included Beer Pong instructions and balls for additional fun. The price-performance ratio is considered reasonable , but the color can fade with frequent washing. Some customers wished for better quality or more cups for the same price.
Prices of up to €16 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €12 . The Red Cups party cup from GOODS+GADGETS® is therefore currently in the middle price segment with a price of €13.99. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is good.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 95 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 98 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 98 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 78 points |
| Total | 94 points |
