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A cup, bento box and cup

Best lunch boxes to buy

Published: July 1, 2024 at 11:37 AM

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There’s so much more to weekday lunches than soggy sandwiches, so buy one of our best lunch boxes to pack a feast – from sleek tiffin tins to bento boxes

Looking for the best lunch box to take to work? Want a cool bento box to show off to your classmates? No more finding ropey tupperware at the back of the cupboard – upgrade your packed lunch experience with a proper lunch bag. Whether you want compartments to keep elements of your lunch separate, something collapsible for easy carrying home, or a colourful sustainable option, we've got a lunch box for everybody. Read on for the best lunch boxes and snack pots to buy.

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If you are after more speedy lunches we have 10 quick and easy lunch recipes, including niçoise salad-inspired tuna wraps and a guide to the best bagel toppings. Find healthy lunch box inspiration here.

Best lunch boxes at a glance

Best lunch boxes to buy 2024

Black+Blum Leakproof Original Lunchbox

Black & Blum lunch box

Best versatile lunch set

This lunch set has everything you need, no matter what you're packing: a generous lunch box, handy fork, mini dressing pot and rectangular pot to store more sides separately.

Available from:
John Lewis (£21.95)

Kind Bag lunch bag

Kind Bag

An eco-friendly solution for lunch or park picnics, made from recycled plastic bottles. The bag includes pockets for snacks and cutlery, and the roll top keeps everything secure. We love this colourful 'wavy daisy' design but there are currently three different colourways to choose from.

Available from:
Kind Bag (£28)

Pretty Tiffin Traditional Indian Tiffin Box

Pretty Tiffin

Best tiffin set

Make a change with a traditional Indian tiffin set. These intricately hand-painted tins clip together securely so you can go all out and transport a three-course meal in style. There are eight different colours to choose from.

Available from:
Not on the High Street (£39.99)

Chilly's Double-Walled Stainless Steel Food Pot

Chillys double walled stainless steel food pot

Best insulated pot

Soup, porridge, fruit, salads and snacks are all good to go in this stainless steel food pot from Chilly's. The double-walled feature means food can be kept hot or cold for up to six hours.

Available from:
Amazon (£19.80)

Bodum Joycup

Bodum JOYCUP

Best for breakfast

For on-the-go breakfast Bodum’s Joycup is a must. Simply pop yogurt in the main container and granola, fruit or muesli in the lid and you’re good to go.

Available from:
Bodum (£14.90)

Mepal Navy Blue Bento Lunch Box

A navy blue lunch box

Best collapsible lunch box

With removable compartments, this minimalist lunch box lets you carry as little or as much as you like – perfect for combining leftovers.

Available from:
Amazon (£9.99)

Alessi Food À Porter Lunch Box

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Best luxury lunch box

If you want to carry your lunch and look good while you’re doing it, splash out on this quirky clutch. It’s spacious enough to hold three courses, too.

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