Salton Mug Warmer
- Power Source: Corded electric
- Capacity: 1.12 pounds
- Wattage: 22 watts
- Included Components: Coffee Warmer
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A modest, single-purpose warmer that reliably keeps a drink hot, with the main drawback being where Salton put the switch and light.
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ASIN: B07V3FVJ3RModel: SMW12BKCategory: Beverage Warmers
Overview
Salton's SMW12BK mug warmer sits on a desk or table and holds a filled mug, cup, or bowl of soup at drinking temperature via a heated plate, and it doubles as a flameless candle warmer. It suits anyone who keeps forgetting a hot drink until it's gone cold.
This is a heating plate, not a boiler, so it keeps an already-hot drink from cooling rather than reheating a cold one. Long-time Salton owners compare it favorably to earlier generations and note the plate surface seems larger than before, though the current design moved the power switch onto the cord instead of the unit itself, which some find awkward to reach.
- Heated plate warms mugs, cups, gravies and sauces
- Also warms scent candles without an open flame
- In-line power switch built into the cord
- Compact footprint for desks and countertops
Who it's for
Good for anyone at a desk or reading nook who lets coffee or tea go cold, and for candle owners who want scent without an open flame. Not ideal for someone who wants a visible, easy-to-reach power switch and indicator light right on the unit.
Pros and cons
- Keeps a hot drink hot for hours at a desk
- Doubles as a flameless candle warmer
- Larger plate surface than earlier Salton models per longtime owners
- Power switch sits on the cord, not the unit
- Power indicator light is hidden behind the mug
- Cord length reported as short by one longtime user
Performance notes
The warmer uses a heated plate under the mug to hold beverage temperature rather than raise it, so a drink placed on cold won't be brought back to hot. Owners who have used multiple generations of Salton warmers describe consistent performance keeping coffee and tea hot to the last sip, on a plate that now covers more surface area than older models.
Specifications
| Brand | Salton |
|---|---|
| Model | SMW12BK |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 0.4 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 10.5 × 6.2 × 1.3 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 1.12 pounds |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded electric |
| Wattage | 22 watts |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Coffee Warmer |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | Coffee Warmer |
| Number of Trays | 1 |
Closest rivals on specs
Evelots Cup Warmer- Wattage 22 vs 17 watts (+29%)
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VOBAGA V037 Coffee Mug Warmer Set with 15 oz Mug- Capacity 1.12 vs 0.94 pounds (+19%)
Frequently asked questions
Will the Salton SMW12BK reheat a cold cup of coffee?
No, it holds an already-hot drink at temperature rather than raising a cold one back to hot.
Can the Salton mug warmer be used for anything besides coffee?
Yes, owners also use it to warm tea, soup, gravies and sauces, and to release scent from candles without a flame.