10 Best Tea Infusers in 2022 (Tea Sommelier-Reviewed)

Pros:

• Fine mesh keeps tea leaves inside
• Can be used with wide cups
• Includes lid to keep the heat inside
• Dishwasher safe

Cons:

• Not the strongest of materials

Although the basket itself is only three inches wide, the double handles on this infuser stretch out to just under five inches, ensuring the basket can sit on even the widest cups. It is made from stainless steel and has very fine holes to infuse your tea while not allowing the leaves to escape.

There are some reports from reviewers that after a few months of use, the bottom of the basket fell out, rendering it unusable. Most reviewers agree that this basket is easy to use and effective at infusing tea, however, They praise the size of the basket for giving the tea leaves room to expand.

• Small and large basket infusers
• Infusers have lids and long chains
• Includes a tea scoop with bag clip
• One-year warranty

Cons:

• Lids may not fully secure

This set of two submersion infusers comes in two different sizes. The smaller one is perfect for single-serving cups whereas the larger one works great for teapots. With this set, you also get a tea scoop to help you fill the infusers.

Pros:

• Infuser is made from fine mesh
• BPA-free silicone
• Tray can be used to rest infuser on
• Set of four color-coded infusers

Cons:

• Can be tricky to attach the handle to the infuser

Silicone and stainless steel both have their advantages and by using both materials, this infuser takes advantage of them. The basket is made from stainless steel and has the small infuser holes associated with that material. The silicone handles ensure the heat doesn't travel and add a colorful edge to each infuser.

According to reviewers, it can be difficult to put the silicone handles back onto the infuser once it has been filled. They also say that the infusers can struggle to infuse tea in larger mugs. Reviewers praise the infusers for not leaking tea leaves though and say they're easy to clean.

Pros:

• Sits on the edge of your cup
• Fun design
• Food-safe, tasteless silicone
• Dishwasher and microwave safe

Cons:

• Holes are too large for small leaves

Meet Mr. Tea, a cute silicone infuser that leans on the side of your cup as he brews your tea. The design of the infuser means that it doesn't matter how wide or tall your cup is but you will need to ensure you use enough water to cover the infuser to the waist so it can infuse.

The holes can be too large for finer teas according to reviewers, so it's best to use this with larger leaf teas. Reviewers say that it does infuse well and is more effective than many other silicone infusers at brewing tea. Overall, they liked how easy to use this item is and that it can be used on any cup.

Pros:

• Extra-large infuser
• Easy to fill and clean
• Chain and hook are attached
• Dishwasher safe

Cons:

• Mesh is thin and a little weak

If you're looking for an infuser for a large mug or a teapot, this may be the right choice for you. It's large enough to brew several cups of tea at once and can also be used as a spice infuser. The two halves of the infuser screw together to keep your tea leaves inside.

The quality of the mesh is questioned by some reviewers, however, as some found it to be too thin and prone to becoming misshapen. However, many other reviewers praise the infuser for its size and have used it for not only tea but also adding spices to soup and other food items.

• Extra-long handle
• Container doubles as a scoop
• Dishwasher safe
• BPA-free plastic end on the handle

Cons:

• Not enough space for all leaves to expand

This submersion infuser features a seven-inch-long handle that can reach down into even your tallest mug without getting lost. The ball head rotates fully open to also act as a tea scoop, eliminating the need for a separate spoon. It has small holes to keep your leaves inside, although the smallest particles can get through.

• Suitable for brewing hot or cold
• Designed for drinking on the go
• Double-wall insulated to retain heat
• 100 percent BPA-free glass

Cons:

• Reports of leaks

This 13-ounce infuser-thermos combo is perfect for the tea lover on the go. It features a tall infuser basket that fits into either the top or bottom of the bottle and can be easily removed. The bottle is easy to clean as it opens at both ends and it can also be used without the infuser.

• Biodegradable and chlorine-free
• Bags are UV-processed and unbleached
• Bags close securely with the drawstring
• Included clip prevents losing bags in your drink

Cons:

• Seams can be weak

These teabags are a safe and biodegradable way to infuse your tea. They come in two different sizes and are sealed by pulling on the attached drawstrings. The strings measure just over six inches in length and with the included clip attached, you don't need to worry about losing the string in your cup.

Reviewers say that you need to be careful when filling these bags as the seams are a little weak and can split, especially if the bags are overfilled. The drawstring is effective at sealing the bags though and will prevent any tea from escaping.

Pros:

• Long neck makes it suitable for large cups
• Made from food-grade and BPA-free silicone
• Dishwasher safe
• Available in three colors

Cons:

• Holes are too large for small leaves

This infuser is made entirely from silicone and will be a cute addition to any tea lover's collection. Nessie's long neck peaks out of your cup while the infuser contained in the body allows your tea to brew. At just over five inches tall, this infuser will sit in most cups and mugs.

However, according to reviewers, the holes in the infuser are too large, and using it with teas that have medium or small leaves will result in leaves in your tea. It's fine with larger leaf teas though and many reviewers praise the sturdiness of the neck and love how cute this is.

• Color-coded six-pack
• Rope and tag are attached so bags won't get lost
• Microwave and dishwasher safe
• Food-grade, non-toxic silicone

Cons:

• Holes are too big for fine tea

These adorable tea bag-shaped submersion infusers are ideal for guests as they are all suited for single-serve cups. They’re also different colors, which makes it easy to distinguish the cups. This is especially useful if your guests want different teas or extras.