PanSpanNorpro Measuring Cups
Which Norpro measuring cups should I choose, and when is another kind of measuring set a better fit?
I’d choose the Norpro five-piece stainless set for a regular baker who wants a metal dry-measuring set, including a useful 1/8-cup measure. Its measurements are permanent, but hand washing is recommended. If dishwasher cleanup or the extra 2/3- and 3/4-cup sizes matter more, I’d choose Hudson Essentials instead; the picks below make those tradeoffs clear.
#1 · Norpro
Norpro Set Stainless Steel 5 Piece Measuring Cup, One Size, (3057)
Choose this Norpro set if you want stainless dry measuring cups with a 1/8-cup measure and metric equivalents alongside the US measures. The pouring lips on both sides are handy when you need to pour, and the connector ring keeps the nested cups together.
#2 · Hudson Essentials
Hudson Essentials Stainless Steel Measuring Cups Set (6 Piece Set)
Choose Hudson Essentials if you want stainless cups with both 2/3- and 3/4-cup measures, or you prefer dishwasher-safe cleanup. It trades the Norpro’s 1/8-cup measure for those in-between sizes.
#3 · OXO
OXO Good Grips 4 Piece Stainless Steel Measuring Cups with Magnetic Snaps | Magnetic Snap for Easy Nesting Storage, Measurement Markings, Multi Size Cups, Non-Slip Handles, Baking & Cooking Essentials
Choose OXO if easy-to-read permanent markings, magnetic storage and comfortable non-slip handles are your priorities. It has the familiar 1/4-, 1/3-, 1/2- and 1-cup sizes, but not Norpro’s 1/8-cup measure.
#4 · Pyrex
Pyrex Essentials (3-Pack) Glass Measuring Cups Set (1, 2 & 4 Cup) | For prepping, baking and cooking, preheated oven, dishwasher, freezer, and microwave safe
Choose the Pyrex set for liquid measuring, mixing, or melting ingredients in the microwave. These larger glass measures are useful alongside dry-measuring cups, rather than as a like-for-like replacement for a nesting scoop set.
#5 · Farberware
FARBERWARE 5-Piece Measuring Cup Set with Coffee Scoop, Durable Plastic Nesting Measuring Cups with Easy-Read Markings, BPA-Free, Dishwasher Safe
Choose Farberware if you want a lightweight, color-coded plastic set and a bonus coffee scoop. It’s a practical alternative, but not the metal set to pick when replacing plastic is the main goal.
Do you need stainless cups for dense ingredients?
For packed brown sugar, flour and similar dry ingredients, I’d choose Norpro or Hudson over the plastic Farberware set. A stainless cup is a sensible step up from flimsy plastic, but don’t use the handle as a lever against a hard-packed ingredient; loosen the ingredient or scoop with a steady hand.
Which sizes will you reach for most?
Norpro is the pick if the 1/8-cup measure is useful in your baking. Hudson is better if you often measure 2/3 or 3/4 cup without combining smaller measures. OXO covers the familiar quarter, third, half and full-cup sizes, while Farberware adds a 2-tablespoon coffee scoop.
Do you want dishwasher cleanup or easier storage?
For dishwasher-safe metal cups, choose Hudson or OXO; Norpro recommends hand washing. OXO’s magnetic handles let you remove one cup at a time. Norpro’s connector ring keeps its cups together, while Hudson nests inside itself. If the drawer is shallow, check how the set fits your space rather than assuming every nested set lies flat.
Are you measuring liquids as well as dry ingredients?
For liquids, choose Pyrex: the larger vessels have easy-grip handles, curved pouring spouts and bold ounce and milliliter markings, and they can go in the microwave. For scooping dry ingredients into a recipe, Norpro is the better match. Many kitchens benefit from having both styles.
How they compare
Which one is yours
Norpro: You want the Norpro stainless dry-measuring set, especially for its 1/8-cup measure and dual US/metric markings.
Hudson Essentials: You want stainless cups that are dishwasher safe and include both 2/3- and 3/4-cup measures.
OXO: You value etched permanent markings, non-slip handles and magnetic nesting more than having a 1/8-cup measure.
Pyrex: You need a separate set for measuring liquids, mixing, or microwave prep.
Farberware: You want a lightweight, color-coded plastic set with a coffee scoop rather than stainless steel.
Questions buyers ask
Does the Norpro set include the odd measuring-cup sizes?
It includes 1/8, 1/4, 1/3, 1/2 and 1 cup. It does not include 2/3 or 3/4 cup; Hudson Essentials includes those two instead.
Are Norpro’s measurement markings permanent?
The Norpro cups have permanent markings, with metric equivalents alongside the US measures. Hand washing is recommended, so that’s the cleanup routine I’d follow for this set.
Which stainless cups are dishwasher safe?
Hudson Essentials and OXO are dishwasher safe. Norpro recommends hand washing, so choose one of those alternatives if dishwasher cleanup is a priority.
Which measuring cups are best for packed brown sugar?
For a snug measure, press brown sugar into the cup until it holds the cup’s shape when turned out; use a metal dry-measuring cup and loosen sugar that resists rather than levering on its handle.
Do the Norpro cups have stamped or engraved measurements?
The Norpro measurements are permanent; choose OXO if you specifically want etched markings.
Should I use measuring cups for liquids or dry ingredients?
Nesting cups like Norpro’s are the straightforward choice for scooping and leveling dry ingredients. For larger liquid amounts, pouring, or microwave prep, the Pyrex vessels are more convenient.