Reusable lunch containers including bento lunch containers and reusable snack containers to meet the needs of everyone in the family.
Got a picky child who doesn’t like different foods to touch?
Is plastic-free your thing because it’s safer and better for the planet?
Want something lightweight because you’re toting it all around town?
Reusable Lunch Containers – The Criteria
In the world of lunch-packing, we all have different needs. My favorite lunch container may not work for you – and vice versa. Your older son may want something completely different than your daughter. The good news is, there are many different lunch container styles to choose from!
Here are the criteria that I considered for this lunch container roundup. Some of these criteria may be more important to you than others. I’ve appreciated all of them over my many years of lunch packing for one reason or another!
- lightweight
- plastic-free
- leakproof
- divided areas
- microwavable
- dishwasher safe
- freezer safe
- flexible (changeable or removable parts)
- minimal parts
- indestructible
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Reusable Lunch Containers – The Roundup
Scroll through this list of reusable lunch containers, and I bet you’ll find the perfect one for YOUR NEEDS! Be assured that all of these reusable lunch containers are all made from safe, non-toxic materials. They are all durable, washable and ready to be used again and again (no single use plastic containers here!)
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UKonserve divided containers
Divided Containers from UKonserve
- Durable stainless steel container
- Removable divider
- Safe #4 plastic lid
- Leakproof
Best part: Removable divider for Bento-box flexiblity!
frego lunch container
frego from fregoliving
- Plastic-free: lid and sleeve made of non-leaching silicone
- Durable, shatter-resistant glass container
- Oven and microwave safe
- Leakproof
- Freezer safe
Best part: Perfect for microwaving leftovers at work!
Splash Box
Splash Box from ECOlunchbox
- Plastic-free: lid made of silicone
- Non-toxic stainless steel container
- Mini container (sold separately) great for dips or small items
- Lightweight
- Water tight and leak-proof
- Dishwasher safe
Best part: Super lightweight and easy-off lid makes it a good choice for kids
Lunchbots Bento Trio
Lunchbots Bento Trio
- Food grade stainless steel container and lid
- One large and two smaller compartments
- Virtually unbreakable
Best part: Indestructible!
OmieBox
OmieBox
- BPA-free plastic, food grade silicone and stainless steel
- Includes insulated stainless container for hot or cold foods
- Customize with movable divider
Best part: Attached handle makes it easy to carry.
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Eco Lunchbox Three-in-One
3-in-1 by ECOlunchbox
- 100% food grade stainless steel
- Upper and lower food containers clip together
- Includes nesting snack container with lid
Best part: Different sections keep foods from touching.
Wean Green Lunch Cubes
Wean Green Lunch Cubes
- Odor resistant tempered glass
- BPA-free plastic lid with silicone seal
- microwave, dishwasher and freezer safe
Best part: Leftovers go from freezer to microwave to dishwasher – all in the same container.
UKonserve Snack Containers
Round Snack Containers by U Konserve
- Food safe stainless steel
- Leak resistant, BPA-free plastic lids
- Available in 3 sizes
Best part: Mix and match a variety of fruits, veggies, nuts and other snacks.
Stainless Container with Clamp Lid
Stainless Container with Clamp Lid by New Wave Enviro
- 100% food grade stainless steel
- Lid clamps tightly on to base
- Dishwasher safe
Best part: Large container great for leftovers or sandwiches.
What is your #1 requirement for reusable lunch containers?
Betsy (Eco-novice) says
We love Lunchbots! I love that they are dishwasher safe and unbreakable. I haven’t tried the others but I love that there are numerous plastic-free options now.