The Best Coasters

The Best Coasters

We all love a refreshing drink after a long day but few people appreciate water stains left behind on wooden tabletops. A good coaster will stop those pesky liquid stains in their tracks and protect your furniture from scratches. There are tons of options in the world of coasters, so we decided to weed out the winners from the duds. After scouring the market for the best of the best, we've assembled a list of our top favorites. Read on to find yours.

Decopom Cork Coasters

Cork It

This set of cork coasters will protect your surfaces and keep your drinks happy.
Best Overall

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Our pick for best coasters is this option from Decopom. They are made from 100 percent real, natural cork – not that gross imitation cork. These coasters are bigger, with a four-inch diameter, and thicker, with a 1/4 inch thickness, than other cork coasters, so they can protect your surfaces from heavy drinks. They are also much more absorbent, so drips, spills, and condensation won’t soak the surface underneath. These coasters come in a set of 16 coasters, so you always have one when you need one. They come with a black metal holder to keep them nice and neat in a stack, and so you always know where to find them.

Pros

  • 100 percent real cork
  • Bigger, thicker, and more absorbent
  • Black metal holder included

Cons

  • Not the fanciest look, but definitely effective

Enkore Coasters

Encore For More

These coasters have a strong grip and hold a lot of liquid.
Most Grippy

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These are some excellent coasters from Enkore. They are made from functional silicone, which is a very durable material. They are designed with little nubs on top to hold both the coaster and your drink in place, so your drink doesn’t slip off the coaster. These coasters have deep grooves in-between the nubs to catch all the extra liquid, so it doesn’t drip off onto your furniture. They really do hold a lot of liquid; you can count on them for that. These coasters are larger than your average coaster, with a 4.3-inch diameter, so they can cold bigger cups and bottles. They are also dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.

Pros

  • Durable
  • Deep grooves to catch liquid
  • Dishwasher safe

Cons

  • The liquid pools in the coaster, so you may have to pour it out

Primitives By Kathy Absorbent Stone Coaster Set

Have a Laugh With Your Drink

These funny coasters make a great addition to any social gathering.
Most Entertaining

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These coasters from Primitives by Kathy have a silly, funny message on them to remind your guests not to mess up your table. The messages correspond to alcoholic beverages but they can of course be used with any glass, mug, or cup you have. Better yet, this 4-piece is super easy to clean, since the stone and cork construction can be wiped down or rinsed in the sink. If you prefer a little wit with your nightcap, go with Primitives by Kathy.

Pros

  • Funny messages
  • They’re quite large, at four inches square
  • The cork bottom prevents scratching tables

Cons

  • The allusions to alcohol are a little risque

Thipoten Coasters

Leather is Always Nice

These coasters look elegant and do their job well.
Best Aesthetic

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Thipoten makes a classy coaster. These coasters are made from PU leather, which is a split leather laminated with a polyurethane coating that makes it look like fancy leather. Both sides are the same leather with white stitching around the sides, which looks really nice. These coasters are lightweight but solid. They are built to last and water-resistant, so they can take spills. These coasters are very easy to clean; you just wipe them off with a damp cloth. These coasters have a diameter of four inches, so they are a good size.

Pros

  • PU leather
  • White stitching
  • Water-resistant

Cons

  • Sometimes they can stick to the bottom of the cup

Barvivo Coasters

For Any Size Drink

These stellar coasters offer long-lasting protection for your furniture.
Most Versatile

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This is a beautiful set of eight coasters from Barvivo. Many high-end hotels, bars, and restaurants use these coasters because of their high quality. They are made from pure premium-quality silicone that will last for a very long time and many uses. These coasters are very heat resistant; you can even use them under hot pots to protect the table because they can withstand high temperatures. The bottom of the coaster has a very effective slip-resistant design to prevent your drink from slipping and sliding. The rim around the edge keeps liquid from spilling off, and these coasters are dishwasher-safe.

Pros

  • Heat resistant
  • Slip-resistant
  • Pure premium silicone

Cons

  • If you wipe with a paper towel, it leaves lint on the coaster

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the coasters scratch wood surfaces?

No, none of the coasters we reviewed will scratch wood surfaces. They are specifically designed not to scratch wood surfaces.

Are the coasters big enough to put a wine bottle on?

Yes, they are big enough for a wine bottle. Most wine bottles are between 3.0 and 3.2 inches in diameter, so they will fit comfortably on four-inch coasters.

How many coasters come in a set?

It depends on which coasters. The sets we reviewed ranged from six to sixteen. Check the product page for the coasters you are interested in to see how many come in a set.