Key specs – Dimensions: H25 x W20 x D8.5 cm; Material: Polyester; Washing instructions: Wipe clean; Colours/designs: 2; Microwave safe: N/A The llama design is cute and gender-neutral but one of the real selling points of this product is that it’s available in 20+ different designs/characters, so you’ll be able to find one to suit any personality type. The little strap that holds the box together is somewhat essential – you might find the compartments come apart without it – so try not to lose it. As a general rule, spot-clean your lunch box with warm water and soap. Q: How long does a sandwich last in a lunch box?

This is quite a large lunch bag – you’ll easily get a couple of sandwiches, fruit, crisps, a treat and a drink in with space to spare, so it might be a bit bulky for everyday use. It’s ideal for school trips and picnics though and makes a lovely gift. Key specs – Dimensions: W24.5 x H19.5 x D8.5 cm; Material: Matt oilcloth; Washing instructions: Wipe clean; Designs/colours: 3; Microwave safe: N/A

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Anyone who wants to curate their eating choices more carefully and save precious cash doing it (but doesn’t want to be that guy schlepping their lunch around in a plastic grocery bag). And anyone does mean anyone — our guide is styled as “best lunch box for men,” but my recommendations will work just as well if you’re ambivalent about the way your lunch box reflects on your gender!

The lunch boxes in this guide represent a wide range of lifestyle and aesthetic preferences. Cheap and pricey, traditional, and innovative, functional, and flashy. There are not as many lunch boxes here as there are people who need lunch boxes, but ideally, there’s something here for everybody. How I Tested A: Using a container of very hot water as a heat source is a solid standby for insulated lunch boxes. Fill a metal bottle or container with near-boiling water, seal it tightly, and put it in with your lunch.Little kids will like the simplicity of the design, the large, soft carry handle and the fact they can open and close it by themselves – but the brand also appeals to big kids, so we think there might be a few parents out there adding an extra one to their basket. A: Stainless steel is one of the safest materials for storing and preparing food: that’s why virtually everything in any commercial kitchen is made out of it. It’s also easy to clean and sterilize, and durable. A stainless-steel lunch box is a great alternative to a plastic one. Q: Is a plastic lunch box safe?

Key specs – Dimensions: W28 x H32; Material: Polyester; Washing instructions: Wipe clean only; Colours: 1; Microwave safe: N/A While using them, I also measured how long they could keep ice frozen — and whether they leaked when it melted. What we love about this cute Minnie Mouse-inspired lunch bag is the fact it doesn’t look anything like a lunch bag – it could easily be mistaken for a school bag and will appeal to lots of little girls as a result. Key specs – Dimensions: L18 x W9 x H23 cm; Material: Polyester; Washing instructions: Wipe clean only; Colours/designs: 2; Microwave safe: N/A

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The big, child-friendly latches are reassuringly effective yet easy for little hands to get to grips with. The cute animal designs will appeal to younger children while the practical nature of the box will appeal to parents of any aged child. Being able to throw them in the dishwasher of an evening is an added bonus and we like how light yet sturdy they feel too. A: I wouldn’t. Dishwashers use a lot of two things: hot water and agitation. This combination can easily ruin vacuum seals in insulated lunch boxes and heat plastics to the point of leaching. I don’t think I would hesitate to throw my single-wall, steel Stanley Classic in the dishwasher, but it’s just as easy to clean it with a sponge and some dish soap. Key specs – Dimensions: H29 x W20 x D8 cm; Made from: Polyester (fabric exterior); Washing instructions: Wipe clean; Colours/design: 1; Microwave safe: N/A