Quick Answer
A standard 16 oz Monster can is about 6.2 inches tall and 2.6 inches wide. In metric, that is about 15.7 centimeters tall and 6.6 centimeters wide. It holds 16 fluid ounces, or 473 milliliters, of drink.
A Monster can looks tall because it is taller than most soda cans. A regular 12 oz soda can is only about 4.8 inches tall. A Monster can stands about 1.4 inches taller.
This guide gives you the exact size of a standard Monster can, other Monster can sizes, and 12 everyday things about the same height. For a sense of small sizes, see our list of things that are 6 inches long. For a bigger scale, see our list of things that are 12 inches long.
How Tall Is a Monster Can, Exactly?
The most common Monster can is the 16 oz can. Its size comes from the standard 16 oz aluminum can used across the drink industry. Sizes can vary a little by product line and country.
| Measurement | Standard 16 oz Monster Can |
|---|---|
| Height | 6.2 inches |
| Height in centimeters | 15.7 cm |
| Height in millimeters | 157 mm |
| Diameter | 2.6 inches |
| Diameter in centimeters | 6.6 cm |
| Circumference | About 8.2 inches |
| Volume | 16 fluid ounces (473 ml) |
| Weight when full | About 17 ounces |
| Weight when empty | About 0.5 ounces |
The can is about 2.4 times as tall as it is wide. That tall shape is why it feels slim in the hand. Most of the weight is the drink itself.
Monster also sells other sizes:
| Monster Can Size | Volume | Height | Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mini | 8.3 oz (245 ml) | About 4.8 inches | About 2.1 inches |
| Standard | 16 oz (473 ml) | About 6.2 inches | About 2.6 inches |
| International (500 ml) | 16.9 oz (500 ml) | About 6.7 inches | About 2.6 inches |
| Mega Monster | 24 oz (710 ml) | About 7.6 to 8.0 inches | About 2.9 to 3.1 inches |
If you need the size for a holder or a shelf, measure your own can first. For the basics of small units, learn about things that are 2 inches long.
12 Everyday Things That Are About as Tall as a Monster Can
Below are 12 everyday things about as tall, or as long, as a standard Monster can. Use them to picture 6.2 inches with no ruler.
A US Dollar Bill
A US dollar bill is 6.14 inches long, almost exactly the height of a standard Monster can. Lay a bill next to a can and the two lines match up well. For other pocket sized checks, see our list of things that are 4 inches long.
A Large Smartphone
Many large smartphones are about 6.1 to 6.3 inches tall. Stand a big phone next to a can and the tops sit close to level. Phone sizes vary by model. A large model is a fine stand in for a Monster can. Smaller phones will fall short.
A TV Remote Control
Most TV remote controls are about 6 to 7 inches long. Lay a remote flat next to a Monster can and you get a quick sense of the can's height. It works best with a full size remote, not a tiny streaming stick remote. For mid sized items, see our list of things that are 7 inches long.
A Standard Hot Dog
A standard hot dog is about 6 inches long. That is just a hair shorter than a Monster can is tall. Picture a hot dog standing on end, and you have the can's height. It is a fun check at a cookout. The bun is a little longer than the hot dog itself, so use the hot dog, not the bun, for the match. For a slightly longer scale, see our list of things that are 8 inches long.
A Sharpened Pencil
A new pencil is about 7.5 inches long. After some use and sharpening, it drops to about 6 inches. A well used pencil is therefore a good match for a Monster can. If the pencil is still brand new, it will stick up above the can by about an inch.
Three AA Batteries End to End
One AA battery is about 2 inches long. Line up three of them end to end and they stretch about 5.9 inches. That is just a touch shorter than a Monster can. AA batteries are easy to find in a drawer. For smaller battery scale checks, see our list of things that are 3 inches long.
A Sunglasses Case
A hard sunglasses case is about 6.3 inches long. That is almost the same as a Monster can's height. Lay the case flat beside the can to see the match. Soft pouches vary more, so a hard case gives the better check.
A Small Flashlight
A small handheld flashlight is about 5.5 to 6.5 inches long. Most pocket flashlights land right around the height of a Monster can. If it is a mini keychain light, it will be much shorter. A standard household flashlight is the right one for this check.
A Tube of Toothpaste
A family size tube of toothpaste is about 6 to 6.5 inches tall when standing on its cap. That puts it right in Monster can range. Travel size tubes are much shorter, so they will not match. Use the full size tube from your bathroom shelf.
A Mass Market Paperback
A mass market paperback book is about 6.75 inches tall. That is about half an inch taller than a Monster can. It is still a useful check, because the difference is small. Larger trade paperbacks are taller, so stick to the small pocket sized kind.
A Travel Shampoo Bottle
A travel shampoo bottle is often about 6 inches tall. Many hotel and travel bottles are made at this size. Full size shampoo bottles are taller, so use a travel bottle for this check.
A Pair of Kids Scissors
A pair of kids scissors is about 5.5 to 6 inches long. That is just short of a Monster can's height. Adult scissors are longer, often 8 inches or more, so they will overshoot.
How to Measure a Monster Can Without a Ruler
No ruler at home? Try these easy tricks.
- Stand a dollar bill on its long edge next to the can. The bill is 6.14 inches long.
- Hold a large smartphone next to the can and compare the tops.
- Line up three AA batteries end to end. They reach about 5.9 inches.
- Lay a TV remote flat beside the can. Most remotes are 6 to 7 inches long.
- Picture a standard hot dog standing on end. It is about 6 inches long.
- Use a travel shampoo bottle as a stand in. Most are about 6 inches tall.
- Small rulers teach the same skill on a tiny scale, like the ones in our list of things that are 9 inches long. The method is the same, only the size changes. For pocket sized practice, try our guide to things that are 10 inches long.
Why a Monster Can's Size Matters in Real Life
This size shows up in many daily choices.
- Car cup holders are built for cans about 2.6 inches wide, which is why a Monster can fits most of them.
- Fridge shelves need about 6.5 inches of clear height for a standard Monster can to stand upright.
- Can coolers and koozies are sized to the 16 oz tall can, not the shorter soda can.
- Cooler bags and lunch boxes must be tall enough for a 6.2 inch can, or the can must lie on its side.
- If you buy a 24 oz Mega Monster, check the height first. At up to 8 inches, it may not fit a short fridge shelf or a small cup holder.
- Even small crafts use the same idea of fixed sizes, like the items in our list of things that are 11 inches long.
Facts About Monster Cans
- A standard Monster can is about 6.2 inches tall and 2.6 inches wide.
- It holds 16 fluid ounces, which is 473 milliliters.
- A 12 oz soda can is only about 4.8 inches tall, so a Monster can stands about 1.4 inches taller.
- The diameter of a Monster can is close to the diameter of a tennis ball, which is about 2.6 inches.
- A full 16 oz can weighs about 17 ounces. The empty aluminum can weighs only about 0.5 ounces.
- The mini Monster can is about 4.8 inches tall, which is about the same height as a regular soda can.
- The 24 oz Mega Monster can is about 7.6 to 8.0 inches tall. That is taller than a mass market paperback.
- Monster cans are made of aluminum, which is light and easy to recycle.
- The tall shape helps the can stand out on a store shelf next to shorter cans.
- For scale practice on tiny things, see our list of things that are 5 inches long. For larger cans and bottles, see our guide to things that are 14 inches long and things that are 18 inches long.
The Monster Can Challenge
Test your new skill with this fun game.
Find a Monster can, or picture one in your mind. Now find five things in your home about the same height as the can. A dollar bill, a TV remote, and a travel bottle are good first picks. Score one point for each item within half an inch of 6.2 inches. Play again with a friend and compare scores. For a much bigger challenge, try our guide to things that are 20 feet long.
Conclusion
A standard Monster can is about 6.2 inches tall and 2.6 inches wide. That is taller than a soda can, shorter than a Mega Monster, and easy to picture with a dollar bill or a large phone. For an even bigger picture, see our guide to things that are 100 feet long.
FAQs About Monster Cans
How tall is a standard Monster can?
A standard 16 oz Monster can is about 6.2 inches tall. That is about 15.7 centimeters.
How wide is a Monster can?
A standard Monster can is about 2.6 inches wide. That is about 6.6 centimeters in diameter.
How tall is a 24 oz Mega Monster can?
A 24 oz Mega Monster can is about 7.6 to 8.0 inches tall. It is also wider, at about 2.9 to 3.1 inches in diameter.
How tall is a mini Monster can?
A mini Monster can is about 4.8 inches tall. It holds 8.3 fluid ounces, which is about half the standard can.
Is a Monster can taller than a Coke can?
Yes. A standard 12 oz Coke can is about 4.8 inches tall. A standard Monster can is about 6.2 inches tall, so it stands about 1.4 inches taller.
Does a Monster can fit in a car cup holder?
Most of the time, yes. A standard Monster can is about 2.6 inches wide, which fits most car cup holders. A 24 oz Mega Monster can is wider, so check your holder before you buy it.
