The bamboo drinking straws from GOODS+GADGETS® are an environmentally friendly alternative to disposable plastic drinking straws. They are biodegradable and help to reduce millions of tons of plastic waste. These reusable straws are handmade from 100% sustainable, fast-growing bamboo and offer a range of benefits. They are environmentally friendly, antibacterial and can be used for cold and hot drinks. The set comes in an eco-friendly power box and contains 12 straws and 2 cleaning brushes.
Advantages
✅ Environmentally friendly and biodegradable
✅ Handmade from 100% sustainable bamboo
✅ Antibacterial
✅ Ideal as a gift
Disadvantages
❌ none
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 | No unnecessary packaging waste, no use of plastic | 100 points |
| Package contents & scope | Complete, 12 straws and two cleaning brushes | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | Product self-explanatory | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The packaging is carefully designed and offers effective product protection. The use of recyclable materials in the packaging underlines the sustainability of the product. The contents of the packaging are complete and in perfect condition, which indicates a high level of quality control. There are no instructions for use , but they are not necessary. Overall, the product leaves a professional and high-quality impression, which raises expectations of the product.
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 design | 100 points |
| Processing | Very good workmanship | 100 points |
| Stability | Very stable | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Made from bamboo | 100 points |
| Miscellaneous | Suitable as a gift, winner of the German Customer Award | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The visual appearance is of high quality and indicates careful workmanship. The straws do not smell of plastic or chemicals, which indicates good material selection and processing. The stability of the straws is very good and they can withstand intensive use. The sustainability of the product is particularly positive, as it is made from bamboo, the fastest growing raw material. The packaging is attractively designed and is also suitable as a gift. Other product variants are available from the manufacturer. The German customer award for outstanding customer satisfaction underlines the quality and satisfaction of customers with the product. Overall, the product leaves a professional and high-quality impression that meets and even exceeds expectations.
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* |
|---|---|---|
| Flavor | Unchanged | 100 points |
| Cleaning | Very easy to clean | 100 points |
| Heat resistance | Is given | 100 points |
| Durability | Long service life | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
In our practical test, we drank various drinks through the straws and found that the taste of the drinks remained unchanged and unaffected. Cleaning the straws is very easy thanks to the cleaning sticks supplied. No residue remains. The heat resistance of the straws was tested by drinking hot drinks such as coffee or tea and it was found that the straws do not deform. Even with frequent use , the straws show no deformation, breakage or wear. They are robust and durable.
Bamboo drinking straws therefore offer a reliable and sustainable alternative to disposable plastic drinking straws.
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 | Very good | 90 points |
| Rating cut | 4.4 out of 5.0 on Amazon | 70 points |
| Total | 80 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers rate the product with an average of 4.4 stars.
The fact that the product does not distort the taste of the drinks and therefore enables an unadulterated drinking experience is often highlighted as a positive. Customers also praise the easy cleaning of the straws with the cleaning rods supplied. However, there are also negative customer reviews that criticize the fact that the product is shrink-wrapped in plastic and that the packaging also contains plastic. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the taste of the drinks remains unchanged thanks to the bamboo straws and that cleaning is simple and effective. Our straws had sustainable product packaging.
Prices of up to €1.19/pc are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very cheap products are available from as little as €0.18/pc. The bamboo straws from GOODS+GADGETS® are therefore currently in the middle price segment with a price of 0.42 €/pc. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is very good.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & contents | 20% | 100 points |
| 2. product processing & appearance | 20% | 100 points |
| 3. in the practical test | 45% | 100 points |
| 4. price/performance & consumer ratings | 15% | 80 points |
| Total | 97 points |
