Umami Bento Box Adult Lunch Box with Utensils, 1200 ml Large, All-in-One Meal Prep Compartment Lunch Box Containers for Men/Women, Cute Leak Proof Bento Box, Lunch Organizer

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Stain and Odor Test: We smeared the interior of each bento box with tomato sauce, closed the lid, and let it sit for four hours. Then, we cleaned each box by hand and noted if the box was stained or had any lingering odors. The latches are easy enough for kids to use, but they latch securely, so the box will stay closed until it’s time for lunch. If this bento box isn’t big enough, the larger version holds a whopping 8 cups of food, so it’s great for folks with big appetites, for carrying fluffy foods like green salads, or for sharing. This model can be run through the dishwasher for easy cleaning. Material: Plastic | Capacity: ‎2.8 cups (as specified by Yumbox) | Number of compartments: Six What we love

Food flask: If you’re a soup fiend, go for a flask instead of a lunchbox. Wide flasks such as the Thermos King Food are double-wall insulated and water-tight – more so than lunchboxes that describe themselves as leak-proof. A food flask is wide enough for rice, noodles and stews as well as soup. For more, read our review of the best flasks. Which material is best for lunchboxes? Adjustable dividers are key: Most bento boxes feature the same kind of rectangular, minimalist design. However, try looking for models with dividers that are adjustable and removable for your customized meal. Likewise, gaskets between compartments will help prevent spilling.This sleek Japanese-inspired bento box, complete with bamboo-look lid, will bring a little bit of class to your midday meal. Bentgo Classic: We liked the look and compact size of this bento box, but found the 1.7-inch deep section a bit shallow for our needs. Durability Tests: We opened and closed each bento box 10 times. Throughout testing, we also noted if the boxes were easy to assemble and take apart, and because of our own clumsiness, we dropped them a few times. Bernadette Machard de Gramont is a Los Angeles-based writer who specializes in global food and wine content. After a two-year stint at Williams-Sonoma Headquarters in San Francisco, she now researches and tests a variety of cookware, bakeware, and wine tools, and she interviews field experts for their insight. She personally tested eight of the items on this roundup.

UMAMI All-in-1 Bento Box: This bento box includes wooden utensils that, though pretty, didn’t seem entirely functional (especially the knife). And while it’s claimed to be leakproof, it did leak during our tests. The boxes were also a bit shallow, and we struggled to snap the lid on when we placed a small mandarin orange inside. For many a Mumsnetter, the Sistema TO GO Bento Box is the go-to when it comes to transporting lunches to work, school or college.Another change in bento boxes in the 20th century was the introduction of insulation in the design. Japanese insulated bento boxes tend to come in separate containers and resemble a Western-style lunchbox, with a thermos cup that fits into an insulated or non-insulated soft carrying case. The more common insulated option tends to be bento-inspired lunchboxes made by Western companies, often with a removable tray inside an insulated case. You can also find non-insulated bento boxes that come with an insulated carrying case. Fully equipped with a set of utensils, this bento box can travel to work or a picnic with ease. It has two generous compartments that can be modified with the two adjustable (and removable) dividers, great for keeping side dishes separated or sectioning fruits away from more savory foods. Also included is a small lidded container for sauce or dressing. The Bentohaven Bento Lunch Box is an all-around good choice in terms of design, functionality, and price. It received high marks in testing for its roomy compartments and leakproof performance. Have kids? The Bentgo Kids' Lunch Box is lightweight, easy to use, and comes in 30 different patterns. How We Tested