Pyrex Glass Measuring Cup Review

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The red-lettered American measuring cup that outlasts every gadget in the drawer.

★★★★½ 4.5 Best American Measuring Cup

The Pyrex measuring cup has been a fixture in American kitchens for generations, and the classic version is still made from tempered soda-lime glass at Anchor Hocking’s Lancaster, Ohio plant. If you want one measuring cup that will outlive every plastic gadget you own, at about $14 this is it — just be sure you are buying the American-made “PYREX,” not the imported lowercase “pyrex.”

✓ Independently reviewed✓ Manufacturing verified✓ No manufacturer influence✓ Last updated July 2026
Pyrex 2-cup glass measuring cup
Quick Verdict

An icon that earns it. The 2-cup Pyrex is tempered American glass with clear red measurements, microwave- and dishwasher-safe, and cheap enough to be a no-brainer. There is no formal warranty and glass can break, but this is the measuring cup most American kitchens already trust — and it is genuinely made in Ohio.

Made in America Review Score

A Research & Evidence-Based review: scored on the same weighted six-criteria model as every product on this site. The score is calculated last, from the evidence below.

4.590 / 100
Build Quality (30%)9.0/10
Value (20%)10/10
Durability (20%)9.0/10
Design (10%)9.0/10
Warranty (10%)6.0/10
Made in USA (10%)10/10

Editor’s Rating: Excellent (4.5 / 5) — the best value on this entire list.

This product has not been hands-on tested. Our rating is based on verified manufacturing information, published specifications, independent reporting, retailer data, and long-term reputation.

At a Glance

Best forMeasuring & mixing
Ideal forBaking, meal prep, first kitchen, gifts
Price~$14
Made inLancaster, Ohio
MaterialTempered soda-lime glass
Made in America Review Score4.5 / 5
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Made in USA Verification

Verified: July 2026

The classic American Pyrex is manufactured from tempered soda-lime glass at Anchor Hocking’s Lancaster, Ohio facility. Important distinction: the lowercase European “pyrex” is a different company using borosilicate glass. We verified US manufacturing against the retailer listing and the Buy American Campaign company profile; make sure you are buying the American-made pieces.

American Manufacturing

Made inLancaster, Ohio
Manufacturing statusMade in USA (tempered soda-lime glass)
CompanyAmerican Pyrex — produced at Anchor Hocking’s Lancaster, Ohio plant
Company profilePyrex on Buy American Campaign →
WarrantyNo formal warranty stated (typical for glassware)

Manufacturing Confidence: High Factory location verified (Lancaster, OH) · current production verified · independent confirmation (Buy American Campaign, retailer listing) · company confirmation (pyrexhome.com).

The Pyrex Story

1915Pyrex debuts as American oven glassware, a household name for generations.
Modern eraUS Pyrex shifts to tempered soda-lime glass, produced in Lancaster, Ohio.
TodayThe classic measuring cups and baking dishes are still made at Anchor Hocking’s Ohio plant.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • An American kitchen icon, still made in Lancaster, Ohio
  • Unbeatable value — about $14 for a tool you keep for decades
  • Clear red measurements, easy-pour spout, comfortable handle
  • Microwave-, dishwasher-, and (per label) oven-safe tempered glass
  • Glass does not stain, warp, or hold odors like plastic

Cons

  • No formal breakage warranty
  • Glass can shatter with thermal shock or a hard drop
  • Watch out for the imported lowercase “pyrex” — different company, different glass

In Use

Measuring and mixing

The 2-cup size is the everyday workhorse: red markings you can read at a glance, a spout that actually pours cleanly, and a handle that stays put. It goes in the microwave to melt butter and into the dishwasher after, and the glass never picks up garlic or tomato stains the way plastic does.

Built to last

People hand these down. Tempered glass shrugs off daily use, and at this price a replacement is painless if one ever breaks — while still buying American.

Specifications

Type2-cup liquid measuring cup
MaterialTempered soda-lime glass
Safe forMicrowave, dishwasher
Made inLancaster, Ohio
Price~$14

The Verdict

The Verdict

Buy this if: you want the classic American measuring cup that lasts — ideal for bakers, cooks, first kitchens, and gifts.

Skip this if: you need borosilicate lab glass or a formal warranty — and never confuse it with the imported lowercase “pyrex.”

Bottom line: the 2-cup Pyrex is the best value on our American-made table — an icon you will use for decades, made in Ohio.

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Where to buy

This Pyrex measuring cup is stocked in the Buy American Campaign Store. You can also read the company’s story on Buy American Campaign.

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How It Compares

  • Choose Pyrex if you want the classic American measuring cup and mixing bowls.
  • Choose Anchor Hocking if you want oven-safe glass bakeware (made at the same Ohio plant).
  • Choose Libbey if you want everyday American drinking glasses instead.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Pyrex made in the USA?

The classic uppercase “PYREX” is made in the USA — tempered soda-lime glass produced at Anchor Hocking’s Lancaster, Ohio plant. The lowercase European “pyrex” is a separate company.

What is the difference between PYREX and pyrex?

American “PYREX” uses tempered soda-lime glass; European “pyrex” uses borosilicate glass and is a different manufacturer. For US-made, buy the uppercase brand.

Is the Pyrex measuring cup microwave safe?

Yes — it is microwave- and dishwasher-safe; avoid sudden extreme temperature changes.

Does Pyrex offer a warranty?

No formal breakage warranty is stated, which is typical for glassware.

Who makes American Pyrex?

American-made Pyrex glassware is produced at Anchor Hocking’s facility in Lancaster, Ohio.

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