Bentgo Classic - Adult Bento Box, Stackable 3-Compartment Lunch Box with Removable Utensil Set and Sealing Strap, BPA-Free, Food Container Ideal for Meal Prep, Work, and On the Go (Coastal Aqua)

I love my Bentgo! I was getting tired of using ziplock bags (too much waste) as well as glass containers (too clunky) and mismatched plastic containers (well - okay. I realize that's just fine and functional, but I wanted something *sleek*, you know?). Hunting for Bento boxes online, I decided to go for the Bentgo as my first Bento to see if the Bento lifestyle worked for me.The price point is phenomenal for the size and quality. Go ahead and do a Google search for Bento box providers and you'll see what I mean. I found that, for about this price, you could get big Bento boxes that weren't microwave or dishwasher safe, or you could get teeny Bento boxes made out of durable, food-safe plastics. Now you see why I picked the Bentgo - a decent sized Bento that is microwave, dishwasher, fridge, and freezer safe, as well as BPA-free for under $15! Wow!Now for the Bentgo's performance. I LOVE this thing. I know some have mentioned they would like the size to be a little larger, but I have no qualms here. I normally put a leftover meal (i.e. chicken and rice something or other, pasta with a thick sauce, etc) in the lower compartment, with cold fruit and veggies in the top divided portion. I have also been able to pack a sandwich in the lower compartment if I cut it diagonally and situate the pieces so that they fit. I haven't had any situations where I wish I could pack more food in the Bentgo or anything like that. That's considering my usual lunchtime appetite, so YMMV. I'm not normally one to take salads for lunch, so I can't speak to how it works for salads, and that's where I have seen most people have issues with the Bentgo.As far as the Bentgo's watertightness goes, I have not had any issues here, either - so far. For thicker sauces, such as a thicker dressing (ranch, thousand island, etc) and some pasta sauces that aren't particularly viscous such as spaghetti sauce or thicker Alfredo's and pestos should not present any problems at all, really. As long as you're not replacing your football with your Bentgo or tossing it gleefully into the air as you walk, these sauces shouldn't come loose. I wouldn't recommend packing any oil and vinegar or broth-based soups in this thing, as they recommend against it, and I can see why. The silicone barrier seals well enough, but not completely, and the same goes for the upper lid. I have packed saucy dishes and ranch dressing in my Bentgo and have had no problems at all as long as I keep it upright.The strap also works well and fulfills its duties admirably: it appears to be strong, durable, and does it's job keeping the two compartments fitted together well.My only nit-picky item would be that the silicone barrier does stain, but it washes clean completely with just the stain left behind. This is purely cosmetic, and not anything I am concerned with at all, but it's worth mentioning. A simple bleach followed with a boil may take care of this issue, but I haven't tried that yet. Also, the utensils do pop out occasionally, but not always (for me). If they do pop out, I have found they do still keep the utensils in place during transit, they just aren't stuck in there.The Bentgo delivered on everything I was looking for in a Bento: size, ease, and durable plasticity. I am now happily enjoying the Bento lifestyle, thanks to the Bentgo!

Such a cute set! I purchased for my college. Age daughter to use in her dorm room. She loved how compact they set is and is able to pack a lunch on her busy days. Fits nicely in her dorm sized refrigerator. Has lasted over several washings.

The size of these lunch boxes is perfect for a portion-conscious office worker. The two boxes are different (one deeper and the other shallow with a divider) so you have options, a nice touch.On the downside, the lids are not the snap-on kind. I knew it was not leak proof so did not expect it to be water-tight, but was surprised that the lid does not snap on, just sort of lays atop the box and would not even stay in place if not for the strap. Also the plastic the boxes are made of, looks brittle, like it can break easily… but we’ll see.Otherwise seems to be a good product, especially for the price. They do have more “professional” versions that address both these issues, but those are more expensive, and larger, so I chose to go with this one. It works so far.

Very simple. Great value

Why did you pick this product vs others?:Oh my gosh, I LOVE this bento box so much !! I recently “returned to office” (wink wink, lol) and wanted to have a good setup to make bfast/lunch prep easy. I ordered this the day before RTO and it has exceeded my wildest expectations. Ok, no wild expectations but you catch my drift, it’s just amazing. I can fit my meals in a tight, nest little package and have plenty of room for the emergency just in case Alani, my bfast mix-ins and lunch dressing or other condiments, plus snacks ! Ok this sounds like it’s turning into a review of my lunch box (which I also ABSOLUTELY LOVE!!). Utensils stack beautifully in the middle. Listen, one thing I don’t have to worry about is sustenance at work because this bad boy lets me perfectly fit everything I need with no added weight or bulk. It doesn’t seal so you can’t put anything liquidy, but that hasn’t been a problem. I know its limitations and I respect them. I happened upon this without even realizing what a game changer it would be. BEST $17 EVER SPENT 🥳

Oof. Okay. Let me be very transparent and admit that I could have read the reviews better and chosen a more suitable option for myself. I take full responsibility for my decision to buy this, and I wish the company much success in the future and hope that whoever chooses this product is truly happy with it.First off — it is STUNNING! absolutely just the cutest ever. I am obsessed with having all my accessories pink/rose gold, so I think I just blacked out for a second when I first saw it. I didn’t even add to cart. The portion size to me was absolutely perfect. For reference, it fit about a palm-sized piece of fish, half cup of rice, and half cup of mixed bell peppers on bottom. On top, I was able to put a small sliced apple on one side and a pack of instant oatmeal on the other. It is also very easy to clean.However, It doesn’t stay together without the strap at all and the whole thing just feels very clumsy. The utensils did not stay in their holders for me. Basically, the only part that really snaps into place is the very top marbled lid. You can take just the top part and the lid, but the lid will not snap on to the bottom section by itself. Also, it is not leak proof whatsoever. With all of the various options out there, I just feel like at this point that should be a standard for any type of storage container. With my job/lifestyle it’s been an absolute nightmare.IN SUMMARY : It’s just for looks and not functionality. If you just want something cute that you can take from point A to point B (in the upright position) you may like it. If you move around a lot or were considering this for a child’s backpack, I urge you to look elsewhere. I will be seeing about returning it or giving it to a friend.