Top 5 Lunch Containers for Back-to-School

Shopping for lunchboxes can be an overwhelming task since there are hundreds of different containers to choose from. Today, I’m showing you the top 5 lunch containers I’ve used for over a decade.

#1 EasyLunchboxes

The most affordable way to have a compartmentalized container when you have multiple meals to pack.
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Pros

• They come four to a pack and various colors; they are dishwasher safe, and a set should last you through the school year without any issues.
• They are a great option for young kids without assistance, and they are perfect for packing multiple lunches ahead of time and stock your fridge.
• Made from FDA-approved, high-quality polypropylene #5 plastic; No BPA, PVC, or phthalates.
• Great for portion control or special diet; keeps food separated; safe for microwave, freezer, dishwasher.
• These food storage containers nest together to save space for storage. 
• Fewer pieces, more function; pack eye-appealing meals or snacks with ease; freezable, microwaveable, portable, stackable.

Cons

• They are not leakproof for things like applesauce or yogurt.

#2 Yumbox Lunchbox

This is the leak-proof solution to the single tray, single lid dilemma.
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Pros

• Leak-proof
• They come in various sizes and compartments letting you pick whichever fits your lunch packing lifestyle best.
• Multiple colors and various trays make give this lunch box ultimate kid-appeal.
  • All food-safe materials, BPA-free and phthalates-free. Sturdy ABS (outer box), Tritan(tray) and Silicone (seal).
  • Dishwasher safe. Top rack only.

Cons

• The price per unit. If you have multiple kids to pack for and want to pack ahead of time it’s an investment.
• Outer shell must be hand washed to maintain the seal.

#3 Lunchbots Containers

A compartmentalized stainless steel solution that is both durable and stylish.
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Pros

• Made from food-safe stainless steel with no linings or toxins.
• Easy to clean
• Virtually unbreakable.
• Multiple compartment options for different lunch packing needs

Con

• Not leakproof between compartments.
• Price per unit. If you have multiple kids to pack for and want to pack ahead of time, it’s an investment.

#4 Rubbermaid Lunch Blox

Packing lunches is now as fun as building Legos.
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Pros

• Various shapes and sizes provide make this a great lunch solution for different foods.
• Blue freezer pack fits between the modular containers keeping foods chilled while on-the-go.
• Durable plastic.
• Leakproof.
• Microwave, dishwasher and freezer safe, BPA-free.
• Fit in all lunch bags, regardless of size (smaller blocks only).

Con

• These will quickly take up the entire top rack of the dishwasher.
• Small compartments can be difficult for younger kids to open without assistance.
• Takes up a lot of storage room.

#5 Kids Konserve Nesting Trio

Portable, easy to carry, durable, and great for food storage.
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Pros

• Bottoms are made from food-safe stainless steel with no linings or toxins.
• Lids are free of BPA, phthalates, PVC and lead.
• Easy to clean
• Virtually unbreakable.
• Leak-proof.
• Affordable 3-pack to start packing.
• Fit in all lunch bags, regardless of size. Great for packing snacks too!

Con

• You’ll need a few sets to pack ahead of time or for multiple kids.
• Can’t pack a standard sandwich easily, must be cut in half and inside the largest container.
• Can be a little hard to open for the youngest kids.

While there are many other lunch containers in the marketplace, these are the ones we typically use in our meal plans and recipes and for my kids. I hope this gives you a little guidance and helps you get packing healthy and fresh school lunches. You can check out the containers and supplies we recommend to get started.