The best containers for food: TOP manufacturers

A lunch box is a practical and ergonomic container for storing food. Equipped with a tight lid, it often has a nice design and a comfortable shape. Such dishes can be taken with you to the office or on a trip. Some models are equipped with a special function - heating from the mains.

However, when choosing, you can face the main problem - there are so many containers for food, but you need to choose one thing, and this can be extremely difficult. Although lunch boxes are absolutely safe for human health (and this is very important, because the container is in contact with food), the wide range makes you think for a long time before making a purchase. To help you figure it out faster, we've compiled a list of the best food containers.

What are lunch boxes

Today in stores you can find a huge number of different products. And their difference is not only in volume, color, cost, but also in the material of manufacture. It is the last criterion that will be important when choosing a container for food.

Glass

One of the more expensive options. Does not absorb odors, does not stain from food, easy to wash, taste of food on contact does not change, resistant to high temperatures (only if the glass is heat-resistant, which should be indicated on label!). But such lunch boxes have a drawback - they are quite fragile.

Metal

Made of stainless steel, strong and durable, they are practically impossible to deform (only if you apply force to this). The main plus is the ability to preserve all the beneficial properties of food. The downside is the high cost.

Silicone

A relatively recent invention. Feature - such containers can be folded, so it is very convenient to take them on a hike or to work. When folded, it is a plate that can easily fit in a bag, and when unfolded is a roomy dish where you can put a burger, porridge, and even mashed potatoes with a sausage.

The advantages of such containers are that they are very easy to wash, convenient, compact, bacteria do not grow on silicone and food debris does not accumulate.

Plastic

The most frequently purchased, lightweight, convenient, not difficult to wash, the cost is quite affordable. Even for 100 rubles, you can pick up a small container, with a nice color or with a bright print on the lid. However, the disadvantages of plastic dishes include rapid deformation, cracks, and scratches.

In addition, when choosing a container, you should carefully read the label or markings on the bottom of the container. After all, plastic can also be different, and since our lunch box will come into contact with food, the material must be safe:

• PETE - for single use only, cannot be heated, is capable of releasing toxins - not the best option, if not to say that it is generally undesirable;
• HDPE - microwave safe, one of the safest;
• PCV - put it back on the shelf and don't take it anymore: this type of plastic is quite dangerous, and it is completely forbidden to heat it up;
• LDPE - relatively harmless, designed for long-term use;
• PP is the best option, you can reheat food and freeze in it, it is completely non-toxic;
• PS - used only for domestic purposes, contact with food must be excluded.

Acrylic

Like glass, it does not absorb food odors and is quite resistant to heat and freezing. But it is undesirable to use acrylic containers in the microwave. Such dishes are mostly suitable for storing bulk products.

Bamboo

An excellent option, which is also safe. Bamboo containers do not affect the taste of food, do not absorb aromas, perfectly keep the dish warm (if you need it to be warm). These dishes have recently become very popular, since bamboo is non-allergenic and biodegradable. Such containers are chosen by those who are concerned about the problem of ecology and the surrounding world.

Among the disadvantages is that it cannot be heated in a microwave oven, a rather high cost.

Thermal containers

A wonderful choice for schoolchildren and students. In such containers, food is kept warm for a long time, they can be not only heat-resistant, but also have several sections, and they are made of harmless materials.

Electrical

Designed for quick heating of food, equipped with a sealed lid with a silicone seal and several locking latches. Most of the models heats food in 3-5 minutes, power is from the mains. The only drawback is the high price, but convenience always comes at a price.

Food container rating

You will find many lunch boxes in any store. Their quality will, of course, be different, since everything depends on the manufacturer. We have collected the best brands that produce quality products and at the same time take care of their customers.

Monbento

It is not only high quality food grade plastic and advanced technologies, but also stylish design, full compliance with all standards. An international company that creates premium cookware. In the manufacturing process, the best materials and technologies from all over the world are used: France, Switzerland, Japan and other countries.

Monbento produces different lines of its products - MB Original (classic), MB Square (square), MB Lib (soup), MB Tresor & MB Gram (for children), MB Element & MB Capsule (thermoses).

Advantages of lunch boxes:

• fully retain the beneficial properties of products;
• are sealed;
• do not deform at high temperatures;
• each cover contains rubberized inserts;
• can be used in the microwave;
• dishwasher safe;
• no traces remain on the surface;
• special coating "soft touch protect";
• absolutely stunning design.

Of the shortcomings, only one is distinguished - a very high cost. On average, you will have to pay about 3,000 rubles for a container.

JOSEPH JOSEPH

They produce lunch boxes for food with convenient lids, good capacity. The products are sealed, made of high quality polypropylene and silicone or glass, suitable for freezer, microwave and dishwasher.

Taller

Manufacturing material - borosilicate glass, lids - plastic. Additionally equipped with a steam release valve. The dishes can withstand heat up to 400 degrees and can be used as a baking dish. And also can be used in refrigerator / freezer, microwave oven.

Luminarc

One of the leaders in the production of dishes and lunch boxes as well. From the manufacturer you can find both plastic and glass products made of impact-resistant material. Most of the products are sealed - the liquid does not overflow, even if the container is turned over. Cover - plastic, equipped with a steam release valve. Can be used for storing and freezing food. Heat-resistant glass can withstand significant temperature differences, which allows you to heat cold and frozen food in the microwave.

TAKENAKA

Thoughtful, reliable, reusable containers, eco-friendly, resistant to temperature changes. Takenaka offers a wide variety of colorful, bold and beautiful lunch boxes in a variety of colors and shapes.

Stylish containers with elastic band designed for small portions and different types of food. They provide advanced storage options that are perfect for any hot or cold meal. The sealed top tier of the box merges into the bottom tier, providing a safe, space-saving storage solution for all snacks and groceries. Microwave safe and dishwasher safe.