![]() ![]() Some round food storage containers have screw-on lids, much like the ones you’d find on glass jars.įreezer-Safe: Freezer-safe containers are a must if you make food ahead of time to store in the freezer. Other lids have buttons or levers on top that seal with a press or pull. ![]() ![]() Other lids have flaps that snap onto the side of the containers, which are more secure but take longer to open and close, and the hinged section could break with excessive use. A lid that seals simply with pressure is perfectly safe for holding your food, but it’s more likely to pop open if it’s bumped or dropped. While all food storage containers have lids that seal, some are more secure than others. While plastic lids are common, certain sets have silicone gaskets for a tighter seal. Lids also come in a variety of materials that might be different from the container material. Flexible plastic containers are the least expensive. ![]() Hard plastic containers are great for canister-type storage for flour, sugar, and other pantry ingredients. The Spruce Eats / Greg DuPree What to Look for When Buying Food Storage Containers Materialįood storage containers tend to be made from three types of materials: glass, hard plastic, or flexible plastic-each has its pros and cons. We loved the silicone lids, but we would have loved the ability to add on more jars or purchase larger sizes for more storage. However, it had considerable leakage issues and offered much less storage capacity than other sets. Freyian Canister Sets for Kitchen Counter: This set performed very well in terms of being smell-proof, stain-proof, stackable, and easy to clean.Overall, this is an affordable set that we wouldn't dissuade anyone from buying, despite it not making our list. The containers did well in our performance tests but were tricky to close, and the design was simple but nothing to write home about. Chef's Path Airtight Food Storage Container Set: Our Lab testers thought this set was not bad at all, but not uniquely impressive either.Although we loved that the Popit! containers are airtight, leakproof, lightweight, and easy to close, the OXO containers had those qualities as well while being easier to clean and better-looking on the countertop. Popit! Plastic Food Storage Containers (reviewed by our home tester): This was previously our pick for Best Plastic set, but after Lab testing, the OXO Pop edged it out by a hair.How We Test Products Other Options We Tested Material: Recycled BPA-free plastic | Number in Set: 7 | Items: (1) berry bin, 8-cup, (2) crisp bin, (1) small divided bin, (1) large divided bin, (1) egg bin, (1) beverage storage bin 6-cup, (2) 3.6-cup, (2) 1.4-cup plus all lids Not only do they look good, they can make you feel good, too, since the clear plastic is made of recycled bottles. The set comes in three different colors-clear and matte gray, clear and matte white, and just full clear. No need to fumble around the fridge searching for a specific ingredient. The sides of each bin are clear so you can see exactly what’s inside. The bins each have a coordinating lid that has notches that keep out excess moisture and keep your produce fresher for longer. The seven-piece set includes a berry bin, a small divided bin, a large divided bin, two small bins, an egg bin, and a bottle store bin-but it's also available in three-, four-, and five-piece sets. This beautifully designed organizer set from iDesign and the Spruce can help you keep things in order and look good doing it. Ninety seconds was the average amount of time she needed to fully cook each item. Our tester found she was able to zap a wide range of foods in these containers, including items straight from the freezer-from cooked rice to chicken to leftover quiche. You can even microwave them with the cover on if you open the vent first, so you can have spatter-proof thawing or reheating. This set is both dishwasher-safe and microwave-safe. These containers are made from super-clear material, so you don't have to fumble around your freezer or pantry looking for mystery items. All of our testers were so impressed with how airtight the containers were, and loved that they could be frozen without cracking. These containers got perfect scores across all categories from our Lab and at-home testers they kept brown sugar from drying out and aced the tomato sauce stain test, the blue dye leak test, and the onion smell test, in addition to being very easy to clean. We Tested Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers ![]()
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