reusable lunch containers guide
What’s for lunch? There's a time and place for variety, but as parents who've packed countless lunches, there are those go-to favorites that you know will be eaten. Here’s our guide to the reusable containers you need based on the food you’re packing.
We search high and low to find the best reusable lunch gear. It goes without saying that it's all free of BPA, lead, PVC, and phthalates. Without further adieu, let's do lunch! Pick the food you're packing for our top recommendations.
Sandwich
Best Plastic Baggie Alternative
Lunchskins Reusable Sandwich Wrap
Made from the same material as European pastry bags, dishwasher-safe, full velcro seal, available in 13 colors and patterns
Doubles as a Placemat
Beeswax + Cloth Sandwich Wrap
Beeswax-coated organic cotton muslin with a satisfying tie secured around a wooden button. Doubles as a placemat. Wash in cool water and mild soap.
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Stainless Steel Oval Food Storage
Leak-resistant bento for sandwiches, chopped veggies, and then some, dishwasher-safe, made from high-grade 18/8 stainless steel (no rust or corrosion)
Wrap, Roll-up, Burrito
Moldable, Flexible
Beeswax + Cloth Sandwich Wrap
Molds around whatever shape you're packing, and doubles as a placemat. Wash in cool water and mild soap.
Fruit Salad, Applesauce, Yogurt
Insulated Thermos
10 oz Funtainer Food Jar
Vacuum-insulated to keep things cold or hot, stainless steel interior and exterior, available in 3 colors
Non-insulated Stainless Steel
8 oz Leakproof Rounds
Leakproof rounds made from stainless steel, use with an ice pack, dishwasher-safe, available in 4 colors
Leakproof, Tempered Glass
Glass Wean Bowl, 6 oz
Dishwasher-safe, available as a set of 4 or individually in 4 colors
Veggies and Dip
2-in-1 Container
Stainless Steel Snack Set
Mini 2 oz container for dip comes with its own lid and fits neatly inside larger container. 18/8 stainless steel, dishwasher-safe
Pretzels, Crackers, Popcorn, Chips
Large Reusable Sandwich Bag
Lunchskins Reusable Sandwich Wrap
Made from the same material as European pastry bags, dishwasher-safe, full velcro seal, available in 13 colors and patterns
Smaller Reusable Snack Bag
Lunchskins Reusable Snack Bag
Made from the same material as European pastry bags, dishwasher-safe, full velcro seal, available in 8 colors and patterns
Crush-Proof Container
Pico Uno Bento
18/8 stainless steel container for chips or crackers that will remain intact, dishwasher-safe
Soup, Chili
When Soup's the Main Dish
Thermal Insulated Food Container, 16 oz
Wide opening on this insulated, leakproof container most resembles a bowl. Made from 18/8 stainless steel, including the lid's interior! Available in 4 colors
When Soup's the Side Dish
Insulated Food Jar, 12 oz
Double-wall, vacuum-insulated 18/8 stainless steel, leakproof, available in 3 colors
Cookies
Stainless Steel Container Keeps Cookies Intact
Large Round 16 oz Stainless Steel Container
Leak-proof, crush-proof container
Best Plastic Baggie Alternative
Lunchskins Reusable Snack Bag
Made from the same material as European pastry bags, dishwasher-safe, full velcro seal, available in 8 colors and patterns
Milk, Water, Juice
Insulated, Leakproof Straw Bottle
12oz Funtainer Insulated Straw Bottle
Leakproof, double-wall insulated silicone straw bottle, stainless steel with push-button lid, available in 2 colors
Insulated Stainless Steel
12oz Standard Mouth Bottle
Double-wall, vacuum-insulated stainless steel, standard mouth with easy-carry loop cap, available in 5 colors
Non-Insulated Stainless Steel
12 oz Kid Kanteen w/ Loop Cap
Simple, lightweight, non-insulated stainless steel, leakproof w/ loop cap
Glass, Non-Insulated
Kids Glass Water Bottle 9 oz
Durable glass bottle w/ protective silicone sleeve, available in 6 colors
Smoothie
Doubles as an Ice Pack
Sili Squeeze w/ Eeze, 6 oz
A chilled Sili Squeeze keeps lunch cold! Silicone food pouch is dishwasher-safe, freezer-safe. Available in 4 colors.
Insulated Stainless Steel Container
12oz Kanteen Wide Insulated Container
Double-walled, vacuum-insulated wide mouth container keeps smoothies cold. Leakproof cap so you can shake up the smoothie before drinking. Available in 3 colors
Need reusable food container recommendations? Let us know what you're looking for in the comments below, and we'll recommend the best container for you!
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