I wanted to like this because having a spot off my desk for my drink would be a godsend however I don't feel it has a good enough hold to carry an open cup and not drop it. I tried but I noticed a slight bend and decided against it in fear it would spill and cause a mess. I did give it to my kids to use on their desk to put juice boxes since those are light enough. I would pass on this for a coffee mug or anything with a little weight to it.