The glass straws from PandaBaw made a very good impression in the test.
The long straws measuring 21.5 cm and the short straws measuring 15 cm are perfect for any occasion and are neutral in flavour. The reusable glass straws are CO²-neutral and plastic-free, making them an environmentally friendly alternative to conventional plastic straws.
The thick glass makes the straws unbreakable and dishwasher-safe. The set includes a storage bag, a cleaning brush and delicious recipes as an eBook. However, the cleaning brush is very hard and it is difficult to clean the straws with it as they get stuck easily.
All in all, the glass drinking straws are durable, environmentally friendly and practical for everyday use. In addition, there are no unpolished edges or processing defects on the product.
We recommend them to anyone looking for a sustainable alternative to plastic straws.
Advantages
✅ No loss of comfort during use
✅ Easy cleaning in the dishwasher
✅ No use of plastic for packaging
✅ Family-run German company
Disadvantages
❌ No customer hotline available
The first impression
The packaging and labelling
ℹ️ Here we take a closer look at packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. Of course, adequate protection of the product must also be ensured.
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Product protection | Carton is sturdy, product sufficiently protected | 100 points |
| Sustainability Packaging | Item was packed compactly – no use of plastic packaging | 100 points |
| Product labelling | Labelling available | 100 points |
| Miscellaneous | High-quality packaging, also suitable as a gift | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The glass straws from PandaBaw arrived undamaged for our test in a typical shipping box, which was easy to open by removing the adhesive strip.
The box contained a pipe cleaner, a storage bag, 9x long and 9x short glass straws.
No plastic was used for the packaging of the straws, but the product was fully protected in this case, so the straws were in perfect condition. For this reason, the packaging is fully recyclable.
The first impression is very good, as neither the product nor the packaging was damaged.
After unpacking
Package contents and instructions
ℹ️ Most people’s first impression after unpacking is immediately memorable. Are the contents of the pack complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Package contents & scope | one pipe cleaner, one storage bag, 9x long & 9x short straws | 100 points |
| Instructions for use | available – but not absolutely necessary, as use is intuitive | 100 points |
| Contact information | Can be found on the box and in the operating instructions – unfortunately no customer hotline given | 90 points |
| Total | 97 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
After unpacking, there was a pipe cleaner, a storage bag, 9x long straws and 9x short straws on the kitchen table. Instructions for use are not required, but were printed on the packaging. For this reason, using the glass straws worked without any problems in our test.
Unfortunately, there was no telephone number on the packaging. However, an e-mail address for customer service is provided.
All in all, however, we consider the shipping method to be very good.
The first time in your hand
Product processing and appearance
ℹ️ Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the product processing. How high quality are the materials used? Is the look and feel satisfactory?
| Criterion | Remark | Score achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Visual appearance | Very good visual appearance | 100 points |
| Processing | Very good workmanship, no edges or defects | 100 points |
| Stability | Product appears very stable | 100 points |
| Sustainability of the product | Information about sustainability can be found on the packaging and on the Amazon page | 100 points |
| Total | 100 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
The glass straws from PandaBaw make a very good visual impression in the test. In addition to the simple design, they have no manufacturing defects.
The straws are made of glass and can therefore be reused very often.
The product impresses with its good weight and sturdy workmanship. The customer is supplied with high-quality glass straws that can serve the customer well.
Information about sustainability can be found on the Amazon product page as well as on the packaging.
Due to the high-quality materials used, we assume a long service life.
This is what our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
ℹ️ Our practical test is the most relevant and therefore the most important. 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* |
|---|---|---|
| Utilisation | Easy to use – but noticeably thicker than comparable straws | 100 points |
| Optics/ Design | Simple design and beautiful look | 100 points |
| Flavour neutrality | Flavour neutrality given | 100 points |
| Cleaning | Cleaning in the dishwasher is easy – cleaning with the brush is difficult as it gets stuck | 95 points |
| Total | 99 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
We are very pleased with the glass straws from PandaBaw. They are perfect for any occasion, be it for birthdays, as decoration or as cocktail straws.
We tested both the long 21.5 cm and the short 15 cm glass straws and found both very practical, although the mouthfeel was initially unfamiliar compared to other straws due to the thickness.
The glass straws are made of thick glass and are therefore very robust and dishwasher-safe. Cleaning with the pipe cleaner supplied is more difficult as it loses some hair and also gets stuck in the straws.
Another advantage of the glass straws from PandaBaw is that they are flavour-neutral, which means that the taste experience is not distorted when drinking. We drank both water and a cocktail through the glass straws and could not detect any difference in flavour.
The set comes with a storage bag and a cleaning brush, which is very handy for storing the glass straws safely and cleanly. It also comes with delicious recipes as an eBook, which we found very nice.
Overall, we are very happy with the PandaBaw glass straws. They are durable, environmentally friendly and practical for everyday use.
Price/performance ratio
and ratings from consumers
ℹ️ Finally, we look at 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 analyse consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
| Criterion | Remark | Points achieved* |
|---|---|---|
| Price / performance ratio | Good price-performance ratio | 90 points |
| Rating cut | 4.8 out of 5.0 stars on Amazon | 90 points |
| Total | 90 points |
*The maximum score is 100 points
On the Amazon platform, consumers have given the product an average rating of 4.8 stars. One criticism is that the brush supplied is very hard and, according to customers, can scratch the glass straws as a result. Many customers like the fact that the glass straws were delivered quickly and are also suitable for eating mushy food.
We were also able to confirm these points in our practical test.
Prices of up to €25.00 (for 4 pieces – €4.17 per straw) are charged on the internet for equivalent products. Very inexpensive products are available from as little as €4.99 (for 10 pieces – €0.50 per straw). The glass straws from PandaBaw are therefore in the lower price segment in our test with a price of €11.95 (for 18 straws – €0.66 per straw). The price ratio is good for the quality and the range of services you get.
Overall result
| Weighting | Score achieved* | |
|---|---|---|
| 1. packaging & labelling | 10% | 100 points |
| 2. package contents & instructions | 10% | 97 points |
| 3. product processing & appearance | 20% | 100 points |
| 4. in the practical test | 40% | 99 points |
| 5. price/performance & consumer reviews | 20% | 90 points |
| Total | 97 points |
