Containers reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 123 Reddit reviews across 20 subreddits and 29 posts to rank the best Containers brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/MealPrepSunday, r/BuyItForLife, r/mealprep, r/NewJerseyMarijuana, r/foodhacks. Top-rated brands include Pyrex (4.7/5), Mason Jars (4.8/5), IKEA (4.5/5).
Stats
Reviews123
Subreddits20
Posts29
Brands94
Products14
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By Brand
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#1
Pyrex
4.7
(10)
"I've been using my Pyrex Snapware for over 10 years now. All glass containers are still in great condition."
"My favorite is a Pyrex 1 qt / 950 ml round dish."
"The square 4-cup ones fit two cubes perfectly."
"Glass Pyrex is the way to go. Don’t gamble with your health."
"Or, spend the money for microwavable glass storage containers w/ plastic lids."
"Pyrex."
"Pyrex Pyrex and Pyrex:"
"I still use the containers, and they’re pretty handy for meals and they stack well in the fridge."
"Pyrex is good for this."
"I use Pyrex mostly but there are these cheap microwavable plastic you can get at any supermarket."
#2
Mason Jars
4.8
(4)
"I'm also a big fan of mason jars. They are cheap and freeze well."
"If you have a bunch of mason jars, you can buy different functional lids for them online."
"Mason jars! Proof of what a rip off “food storage jars” are."
"Mason jars might be something worth looking into. You need to be careful with freezing, but 0 plastic parts."
#3
IKEA
4.5
(4)
"Did 4 loaves until now since beginning of the year, no issues."
"Very reasonably priced and they have a standardized system."
"They have different sizes, lids are purchased separately so can get replacements if any break."
"For other stuff IKEA has a nice wooden box."
#4
Mason jar
5.0
(3)
"Either way, mason jars for life."
"If you want long term air tight storage get some screw top mason jars."
"Mason jars and a mason jar sealer. Easy and portable. Seals your food. Keeps your food fresh, longer."
#5
Deli Containers
4.0
(3)
"Microwaveable deli containers from Webstaurant."
"I used to save those deli containers that soups come in when I get chinese food."
"I switched all my containers for 32,16, and 8 oz deli containers and it’s been a game changer for me."
#6
Ball Mason Jars
5.0
(2)
"Get yourself a C-Vault or even some small quality Ball or Anchor mason jars."
"Just use Ball mason jars for the ease."
#7
Souper Cubes
5.0
(2)
"Freeze in Souper Cubes, vacuum seal."
"Have you looked into Souper Cubes? Once they’re frozen you can pop them in a ziploc."
#8
Vittles Vault
5.0
(2)
"They work well. They stack."
"They come in many different sizes and I have seen people use them to store dry goods like flour and sugar."
#9
Anchor Hocking containers
4.5
(2)
"Another vote for Anchor Hocking. Mine have been in use for a couple years and are still going strong."
"Just want to also cast my vote for the Anchor Hocking containers."
#10
Rubbermaid Brilliance containers
4.5
(2)
"I like the Rubbermaid brilliance containers. The lids have a seal and lock."
"I can’t help but love my Rubbermaid brilliance containers too."
#11
Mason
4.5
(2)
"I do mason jar method in my fridge."
"You can get an attachment for Mason jars that does work pretty well."
#12
Niche jars
4.0
(2)
"Niche is great you just gotta out some torque on it and binski mason jars are so sick again you just gotta close it correctly."
"Niche has been the best imo."
#13
Ball jars
4.0
(2)
"I store my dry going goods in Ball Jars and replaced all the metal caps with plastic Ball jar lids."
"Ball jars are premier, but I recommend getting the leakproof plastic reusable lids as the metal lids they come with are vexing."
#14
Unknown silicone stretch lids
4.0
(2)
"We've replaced all our original Pyrex plastic lids with two different silicone options."
"Look for silicone stretch lids, Amazon carries them"
#15
Gamma Seal
4.0
(2)
"Buy some gamma seal lids about $15 work on any food grade bucker."
"Just buy a few gamma seals they are cheap and work on most food grade buckets."
#16
Costco glass containers
5.0
(1)
"Glass containers all the way. I bought 2 sets from Costco about 4 years ago and they’ve held up beautifully."
#17
Siliware silicone lids
5.0
(1)
"I switched to silicone lids from siliware and haven’t looked back. They’re leak resistant, dishwasher safe, and totally plastic free."
#18
Pyrex meal prep containers
5.0
(1)
"They Pyrex meal prep is my absoulte fave and it's about $28 for 5."
#19
Anchor Ware containers with locking lids
5.0
(1)
"I love my anchor ware with the locking lids for things like casseroles or leftovers. I much prefer them to my Pyrex with the flimsy plastic lids."
#20
Anchor Hocking glass bowls
5.0
(1)
"I've switched to glass. I like the anchor hocking glass bowls. The lids don't warp in the dishwasher either."
#21
Unknown silicone lids
5.0
(1)
"From oven to microwave to freezer, they do it all and you can get excellent silicone lids."
#22
Weck jars
5.0
(1)
"While another vote for Weck Jars is in order."
#23
Stasher bags
5.0
(1)
"Stasher bags are great"
#24
Sophico silicone lids
5.0
(1)
"I purchased some to try them out, and they are pretty awesome. I've since spent $100 replacing all of my plastic lids, with no regrets."
#25
GoodCook Everyware Rectangle 4 Cups Food Storage Container 3pk
5.0
(1)
"I have been using these for years! Best all around ones. On the cheaper side so if they get lost it’s all good. But they really do last even though they’re plastic."
#26
Earthbox planter systems
5.0
(1)
"The planters have worked great for my needs! I like them because not only do they each have a reservoir, but also they look neat, and have accessories that w"
#27
Black + Blum microwaveable stainless steel containers
5.0
(1)
"I’m using the Black and Blum microwaveable stainless steel containers and they’re fantastic. They’re so light!"
#28
Rubbermaid Brilliance line
5.0
(1)
"I love love love love the Rubbermaid Brilliance line. It doesn't leak. Freezes fine, microwaves great."
#29
Weck canning jars
5.0
(1)
"Weck canning jars! They are airtight. And since it is for canning the seals are easily replaceable."
#30
IKEA plastic and glass containers with snapping lids
5.0
(1)
"Ikea has good leake proof containers. I use the plastic container, with the snapping lids, the most."
#31
Pyrex snapware set
5.0
(1)
"We got the pyrex snapware set at Costco. They go on sale for like $20 have great sizes and the lids hold up."
#32
Anchor mason jars
5.0
(1)
"Get yourself a C-Vault or even some small quality Ball or Anchor mason jars."
#33
Glass Containers
5.0
(1)
"I have 24 divided glass containers to cook and cool 4 recipes with six servings each."
#34
Gulflin 12 pack 22oz glass meal prep containers
5.0
(1)
"I bought this set twice so I have 24 containers. They stack nicely open and closed."
#35
Charles Viancin lids
5.0
(1)
"Save money using your existing containers and put Charles viancin lids on them - airtight seal."
#36
Ball
5.0
(1)
"Ball jars wide mouth with sealing lids."
#37
Glass Container
5.0
(1)
"Glass with a silicone sleeve for transportation is going to be the best bet."
#38
Ball Jar
5.0
(1)
"Don’t underestimate the humble Ball jar."
#39
Crockpot
5.0
(1)
"I use a 20-ounce Crockpot lunch heater. You can put the food in cold; plug it in about an hour before lunch; and have a piping hot lunch."
#40
Ello Glass Containers
5.0
(1)
"I use glass containers but I have ones from brands Ello and W&P... really protects the glass."
#41
Simple Modern Provision Food Jar
5.0
(1)
"I've been happy with these and they come in 12/16oz sizes. Food stays very, very cold."
#42
Klean Kanteen
5.0
(1)
"Try the brand Klean Kanteen."
#43
Pyrex snapware
5.0
(1)
"We use the Pyrex snapware. It comes in glass and plastic and most importantly the lids are interchangeable."
#44
Amber Jars
5.0
(1)
"I bought a box of amber jars and lids from a laboratory supply store."
#45
IKEA and Anchor containers and lids
4.0
(1)
"I’ve made the switch from buying Anchor to IKEA. The IKEA lids hold up well and I like having the option of using the wooden ones vs the plastic ones."
#46
Mcirco glass containers with plastic latching lids
4.0
(1)
"I use Mcirco containers. They are glass with plastic latching lids."
#47
IKEA glass containers with plastic clip lids
4.0
(1)
"IKEA glass ones with plastic clip lids."
#48
Breakwater jars
4.0
(1)
"Breakwater’s jars are really nice and are colored to help keep out light."
#49
Ball or Kerr mason jars
4.0
(1)
"Yeah, Ball or Kerr for the Mason jars. I generally with buy a case from Walmart and wash/reuse them for stuff I’m making week to week."
#50
Anyday bowls
4.0
(1)
"Anyday bowls are great. They’re microwaveable and storable and come in a variety of sizes."
#51
Oxo
4.0
(1)
"I’ve never had any issues with the Oxo containers I got at Costco on sale."
#52
Wide mouth pint canning jars
4.0
(1)
"I pack a surprising number of prepped meals in canning jars (I like the wide mouth pints). Durable, freezer and microwave safe without the lids, leakproof with old-school canning lids/rings."
#53
IKEA containers and lids
4.0
(1)
"IKEA. Inexpensive, simple, can buy containers and lids separately if you want."
#54
Pyrex glass snapware
4.0
(1)
"I'm using the Pyrex glass snapware and just got the Yeti food storage containers to try."
#55
Ollo glass containers with snap on lids
4.0
(1)
"I have glass with snap on lids. I think they’re Ollo or something? Bought on Amazon."
#56
Ello and Pyrex glass containers
4.0
(1)
"Another vote for glass. I have some Ello ones that I like. I also have a Pyrex set."
#57
Ello Duraglass 10-piece storage containers
4.0
(1)
"5 or so years ago I got these glass ones from Costco and I still have the full set."
#58
Anchor Hocking containers and lids
4.0
(1)
"They do sell replacement lids! I have glass containers of various types that are decades old."
#59
Unknown 3 compartment containers
4.0
(1)
"I got a set of the 3 compartment ones, and loving them so far."
#60
Luminate glass containers
4.0
(1)
"I use glass containers from luminate."
#61
Pyrex glass
4.0
(1)
"Pyrex glass"
#62
Pyrex Ultimate 10-piece glass storage set
4.0
(1)
"Glass/silicone containers from Pyrex Ultimate 10-piece glass storage set."
#63
Bentgo glass salad prep containers
4.0
(1)
"I just got a couple 2-packs of Bentigo glass salad prep containers from Costco."
#64
Walmart brand containers
4.0
(1)
"I buy mine from Walmart. It is their brand and they are dishwasher and microwave safe."
#65
Stasher bags and glass bowls with lids
4.0
(1)
"I use Stasher bags and glass bowls with lids."
#66
IKEA glass containers with plastic snapping lids
4.0
(1)
"I use glass containers with plastic snapping lids from IKEA. They are cheap, come in different sizes, and pretty thick glass."
#67
Kirkland powder pods
4.0
(1)
"I wash in the dishwasher and haven't had any issues with smells from detergent. Currently using Kirkland powder pods or cascade platinum."
#68
Pyrex replacement lids
4.0
(1)
"Canadian tire sells replacement Pyrex lids. They go on sale regularly"
#69
Anchor replacement lids
4.0
(1)
"Anchor brand sell replacement lids. They seem to be the same size as Pyrex."
#70
Snapware Pyrex plastic lids
4.0
(1)
"If it's the Snapware Pyrex, they have a lifetime warranty on the plastic lids."
#71
Alimat PluS silicone collapsible containers
4.0
(1)
"I use these. They freeze ok too."
#72
Polystyrene foam boxes
4.0
(1)
"A box 59 X 39 cm and 20 cm deep is great for lettuce and herbs and other shallow rooted plants. The foam is over 2 cm thick which provides insulation for the plant's roots from heat in summer and cold in winter."
#73
Black + Blum microwavable stainless steel containers
4.0
(1)
"Microwavable stainless steel containers by Black + Blum."
#74
Anchor Hocking glass containers
4.0
(1)
"Anchor Hocking glass containers with the plastic lids and the ELLO rectangular glass containers with plastic locking lids from Target."
#75
Ikea 365 food container with lid glass
4.0
(1)
"Ikea has glass containers with glass lids. They do have a silicone ring, but the lid is glass."
#76
Walmart
4.0
(1)
"They work well and you can stack them on top of each other."
#77
AtHome
4.0
(1)
"That’s where I usually find mine."
#78
Brighterside jars
4.0
(1)
"Brighterside, EV, And Bass River Buds have all jars sealed."
#79
Macy's
4.0
(1)
"I’ve bought them multiple times to add to my stash."
#80
Hobby Lobby
4.0
(1)
"They may have some bigger ones with rubber seals to keep things fresh."
#81
Foodsaver
4.0
(1)
"Foodsaver makes reusable bags that you can even use with a handheld vacuum."
#82
ello
4.0
(1)
"I just ello meal prep glass containers."
#83
IKEA Foerskaffa Insulated Lunch Box
4.0
(1)
"[https://www.ikea.com/us/en/p/foerskaffa-insulated-lunch-box-2-tiers-stainless-steel-70578111/]"
#84
Rice Storage Containers
4.0
(1)
"Look up stainless steel rice storage containers."
#85
Aluminum Containers
4.0
(1)
"I have been using the small aluminum containers with cardboard lids."
#86
Polypropylene deli style containers
4.0
(1)
"Any polypropylene containers work well. Deli style containers are good for home slime storage."
#87
Bentgo glass salad container 2-pack
3.0
(1)
"The lids and tray inserts are plastic, and for sure, will keep them out of the microwave."
#88
Wreck jars
3.0
(1)
"Wreck jars are the easiest answer. Wide mouth Mason jars work if you buy glass lids for them."
#89
Caraway ceramic set
3.0
(1)
"Caraway has a ceramic set of food storage containers."
#90
Anyday silicone set
3.0
(1)
"Anyday has a set that uses some silicone but a minimal amount."
#91
Breakwater
3.0
(1)
"Breakwater."
#92
Bentgo meal prep containers
3.0
(1)
"The glass lids on bentigo will shatter. If your kid heats up with lid ..works great otherwise."
#93
Pyrex lids
3.0
(1)
"We just replaced about 12-15 lids with Pyrex brand sets from Amazon. We are now washing the lids by hand instead of using the dishwasher."
#94
Hillview Farms jars
3.0
(1)
"I also like the jars from Hillview Farms."
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