As winter settles in across the country, one Aussie has found the perfect gadget to get through the chilly mornings – and it costs just $12.
Adelaide content creator Michael Jaimie took to social media this week to share his latest find: a desktop mug warmer from Kmart and Target, which he says has been a game-changer for keeping his coffee at the perfect temperature.
‘I’ve been looking everywhere for these desktop mug warmers and I finally found them at my nearest Target,’ Michael said in the video.
‘It’s really cold, cloudy, and rainy in Adelaide at the moment – thought it was the perfect time to do a review on this.’
The compact warmer is compatible with stainless steel, glass, ceramic, and porcelain mugs, and allows users to choose between three heat settings – 40C, 50C, and 60C – to keep drinks consistently warm. It also comes with a safety auto shut-off after eight hours.
Michael gave the warmer a thorough test during his morning routine.
‘An hour and a half in and the gadget has kept my coffee nice and warm,’ he reported.
‘The purple setting (50C) is the perfect temperature – not too cold, not too hot, perfect for sipping.’
The compact warmer is compatible with stainless steel, glass, ceramic, and porcelain mugs, and allows users to choose between three heat settings – 40C, 50C, and 60C – to keep drinks consistently warm
Adelaide content creator Michael Jaimie took to social media this week to share his latest find: a desktop mug warmer from Kmart
He also had a few ideas for other uses, adding: ‘Tick of approval from me. I think this will be really good for cups of soup.’
Australians in the comments were quick to add their own thoughts – and shopping plans.
‘I’m going to get this for my colleague at work. She makes a coffee, gets distracted, and it always goes cold before she takes the second sip,’ one person wrote.
‘I bought one of these and it’s amazing – perfect for Saturday morning in bed,’ said another.
Others shared their own use cases, with one writing: ‘Love this for my herbal teas.’
There were a couple of minor gripes, with one user noting: ‘Placement of that USB port is annoying.’
Another joked: ‘I drink my coffee too fast to need one.’
Still, with its affordable price, sleek design, and winter-ready functionality, the $12 mug warmer is shaping up to be this season’s most underrated home essential.
The $12 gadget is available in white, purple, blue, and green colours
The buy is similar to a $29 warming mug from Kmart, with thousands praising it as the ‘ultimate desk-side companion’ for work, study, or busy mornings with young children.
The budget-friendly gadget has quickly become a cult favourite for its ability to keep hot drinks warm throughout the day – an issue many say they’ve struggled with for years.
The Kmart warming mug includes a sleek mug with a 270ml capacity and a discreet USB-powered warming plate that keeps beverages at a consistent 55C.
Kmart’s version is a dupe of Ember’s temperature control smart mug ($219) – which has a built-in battery as well.
But everyday Aussies don’t have over $200 to spend on a mug warmer, which is where Kmart comes in.
Since appearing in stores, the $29 gadget has generated a storm of reactions online, with fans flooding social media with rave reviews and desperate pleas for restocks.
‘Oh my god, I need one of these – as an office worker you never get to finish a drink while it’s hot!’ one user posted.
Another added, ‘Where was this when I had toddlers? I used to microwave my coffee three times before I even took a sip.’
A $29 warming mug from Kmart has captured the attention of shoppers across Australia
The device’s practicality appears to be its biggest selling point.
From remote workers to parents juggling chaotic mornings, many say the mug has changed their daily routines.
‘This would be great for when I hyper-focus. I keep forgetting about my drink, and it always ends up stone cold,’ one user commented.
The mug is designed with convenience in mind, offering a simple on/off switch and plug-and-play functionality – making it suitable for home offices, shared work spaces, or even beside your bed during winter.
According to Kmart, the mug is ideal for ‘savouring coffee, tea or hot chocolate at your own pace’, and its compact size makes it an unobtrusive yet efficient addition to any setup.
Unlike traditional thermal flasks, which can be bulky or affect the flavour of drinks, this device allows users to enjoy their beverage from a classic cup while maintaining optimal temperature.
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