Camping fans are raging about this $3.50 Kmart item that just doesn't cut it – find out why!
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When it comes to camping, Australians are always on the lookout for gadgets that can make their outdoor adventures a little more comfortable and convenient. Kmart, a popular retail chain, has been a treasure trove for affordable camping gear, but not all that glitters is gold, as some shoppers have discovered with a particular $3.50 item.
The item in question? Can toppers. These nifty little devices are designed to snap onto your favourite 375 ml beverage can, transforming it into a bottle with a resealable cap. The idea is to provide a spill-proof, insect-proof solution for enjoying drinks in the great outdoors or on the road. Plus, they're BPA-free, washable, reusable, and come in a cheerful array of colours like yellow, orange, purple, and blue. Sounds like a camper's dream, right?
Well, not quite. It seems the can toppers have become a subject of hot debate among Kmart's camping clientele. While the concept is clever, execution appears to be a hit or miss, with some shoppers expressing frustration over the product's performance.
One camper's plea for help on Facebook opened the floodgates of mixed reviews: 'I recently brought these can toppers to take camping but they just fall right off am I doing something wrong? Has anybody else got these and they work?'
The responses were as varied as the colours of the toppers themselves. Some users suggested a technique of pushing hard until a 'click' is heard, assuring that despite the force needed, the toppers won't break. Others, however, recounted tales of soft drink geysers, as the pressure from the carbonated beverages sent the toppers flying off, turning a sip into a spectacle.
The original poster wasn't alone in their struggle, with others chiming in about toppers that wouldn't click into place or were too tight to fit properly. 'Great idea but hard to get in properly,' one user lamented.
Yet, amidst the chorus of complaints, there were those who sang praises for the can toppers. Some shared success stories of toppers that stayed put even in the most challenging of circumstances, like a can tumbling off a moving car without the topper popping off. 'My husband uses these and has never had one pop off,' a satisfied customer reported.
The debate even spilled over to TikTok, where users discussed the merits of can toppers for travel, with one user declaring, 'My husband and I use them all the time and they're great for travelling.'
And when the question arose as to why one wouldn't simply opt for bottled beverages, a Coca-Cola aficionado weighed in with a sentiment many soda lovers might echo: 'Canned Coke tastes better.'
So, what's the verdict on these $3.50 Kmart can toppers? It seems that while they have the potential to be a camper's best friend, the reality is that they may require a bit of finesse to function as intended. If you're considering adding them to your camping kit, it might be wise to test them out before heading into the wilderness.
For our members who've tried these can toppers, we'd love to hear your experiences. Did they enhance your camping trips, or did they fall flat? And for those who've yet to try them, perhaps approach with cautious optimism – they might just be the solution you didn't know you needed, or another item to leave behind on your next outdoor adventure.
Share your thoughts and tips in the comments below, and let's help each other make the most of our camping experiences, one can at a time!
The item in question? Can toppers. These nifty little devices are designed to snap onto your favourite 375 ml beverage can, transforming it into a bottle with a resealable cap. The idea is to provide a spill-proof, insect-proof solution for enjoying drinks in the great outdoors or on the road. Plus, they're BPA-free, washable, reusable, and come in a cheerful array of colours like yellow, orange, purple, and blue. Sounds like a camper's dream, right?
The Kmart can toppers turns cans into spill-proof bottles when outside. Image Credits: TikTok/Kmart Ash, Mumma Muk
Well, not quite. It seems the can toppers have become a subject of hot debate among Kmart's camping clientele. While the concept is clever, execution appears to be a hit or miss, with some shoppers expressing frustration over the product's performance.
One camper's plea for help on Facebook opened the floodgates of mixed reviews: 'I recently brought these can toppers to take camping but they just fall right off am I doing something wrong? Has anybody else got these and they work?'
The responses were as varied as the colours of the toppers themselves. Some users suggested a technique of pushing hard until a 'click' is heard, assuring that despite the force needed, the toppers won't break. Others, however, recounted tales of soft drink geysers, as the pressure from the carbonated beverages sent the toppers flying off, turning a sip into a spectacle.
The original poster wasn't alone in their struggle, with others chiming in about toppers that wouldn't click into place or were too tight to fit properly. 'Great idea but hard to get in properly,' one user lamented.
Yet, amidst the chorus of complaints, there were those who sang praises for the can toppers. Some shared success stories of toppers that stayed put even in the most challenging of circumstances, like a can tumbling off a moving car without the topper popping off. 'My husband uses these and has never had one pop off,' a satisfied customer reported.
The debate even spilled over to TikTok, where users discussed the merits of can toppers for travel, with one user declaring, 'My husband and I use them all the time and they're great for travelling.'
And when the question arose as to why one wouldn't simply opt for bottled beverages, a Coca-Cola aficionado weighed in with a sentiment many soda lovers might echo: 'Canned Coke tastes better.'
So, what's the verdict on these $3.50 Kmart can toppers? It seems that while they have the potential to be a camper's best friend, the reality is that they may require a bit of finesse to function as intended. If you're considering adding them to your camping kit, it might be wise to test them out before heading into the wilderness.
For our members who've tried these can toppers, we'd love to hear your experiences. Did they enhance your camping trips, or did they fall flat? And for those who've yet to try them, perhaps approach with cautious optimism – they might just be the solution you didn't know you needed, or another item to leave behind on your next outdoor adventure.
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