Thin Glass Makes This Measuring Cup a Bit Risky in the Kitchen
I picked up this 500ml glass measuring cup to handle some baking and cooking tasks, and right away I noticed how thin the borosilicate glass feels in my hand. It holds exactly two cups as promised, with markings up to 500ml, but the glass walls seem rather fragile, especially when I placed a Rubik's cube next to it for scale in my photo, showing just how slender it really is. That transparency lets you see ingredients clearly inside, which is handy for judging levels without tilting too much.The white text on the side for measurements turned out hard to read, particularly against light liquids or on my white subway tile backsplash, as you can see in the attached picture where the cup sits empty on the counter. I think bolder colors like black or red would make a world of difference for quick glances during recipes. It pours okay from the spout, but that readability issue slows things down when you need precision.One funny moment came when I tried reading the 250ml line while mixing batter, squinting like I forgot my glasses, only to realize the text blends right into the mix. Still, if you bake in a dim kitchen or prefer etched marks, this might not be your best bet. Overall, it works for careful use, but I handle it gentler than my thicker Pyrex ones to avoid any mishaps.