Best bento boxes to take for lunch

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Best bento boxes to buy at a glance

• Best 3-layer bento box: Tiancheng 3-layer bento box and cutlery set, £15.99
• Best leak-proof bento box: Jeopace 3 compartment bento box, £10.99
• Best bento box for personalisation: Jungley personalised bento box, £29
• Best eco-friendly bento box: Mochi Mart eco-friendly bento box, £19.95
• Best for big lunches: Monbento original bento box, £37.90
• Best accessorised bento box: Umami premium bento box, £33.54
• Best budget kid's bento box: Wild Wonders children's bento box, £9.95
• Most stylish bento box: Sakura bunny bento box, £29.99
• Best for portion control: Tiancheng 2 compartment bento box, £11.99
• Best kid's bento box: Bibury bento box, £11.99

Best bento boxes to buy 2023

Tiancheng 3-layer bento box and cutlery set

• Available from Amazon (£15.99)

Best 3-layer bento box

If you're looking for a bento box with loads of room and additional compartments, this three-layer lunchbox from Tiancheng is ideal. It offers a ton of space for sandwiches, wraps, salads and snacks. We love the neutral colour palette, which will suit a range of styles and personal preferences. It's made with food-grade PP material, it's BPA-free and non-toxic. It's both dishwasher safe and microwave safe with leakproof protection.

Available from:
Amazon (£15.99)

Jeopace 3 compartment bento box

• Available from Amazon (£10.99)

Best leak-proof bento box

Looking for a simple bento box? This budget-friendly one-tier lunchbox from Jeopace is more of a straightforward option. The sturdy, leakproof lid latches on each side to ensure an airtight seal. It's divided into three sections, and comes with matching cutlery. too. You can choose from different colours and styles, so there's something here for everyone.

Available from:
Amazon (£10.99)

Jungley personalised bento box

• Available from Not on the High Street (£29)

Best bento box for personalisation

Make sure your lunch is always safe in the office fridge with this simple, minimalist bento box. You can add a name or initials (up to 12 characters) along the fabric strap that holds the box and included cutlery (a three-in-one knife, fork and spoon) together. The box has an airtight seal to keep food fresh and removable divider inside to create two separate sections. Five neutral colourways are available, including black, blue and grey.

Available from:
Not on the High Street (£29)

Mochi Mart eco-friendly bento box

• Available from Not on the High Street (£19.95)

Best eco-friendly bento box

If you're concerned about bento boxes being full of plastic, opt for this sustainable option made from wheat straw, a low-impact and compostable alternative to plastic. The box has three layers and a movable divider to keep all your elements separate (or remove the dividers and layers to use the 900ml capacity in its entirety), plus a wooden fork and spoon. The set is available in three pastel colours and is dishwasher- and microwave-safe.

Available from:
Not on the High Street (£19.95)

Monbento original bento box

• Available from Monbento (£37.90)

Best for big lunches

Monbento specialises in sturdy, well-made bento boxes, so this investment is sure to last a lifetime. We love the original line, available in a wide range of colours and styles. It's BPA free, made with high-quality PBT and completely airtight due to an internal lid fitted with a hinge. The two tiers are open compartments, better suited for large adult-sized portions. It's microwave safe, dishwasher safe and fully recyclable, too.

Available from:
Monbento (£37.90)

Umami premium bento box

• Available from Amazon (£33.54)

Best accessorised bento box

Looking to go all out on a deluxe bento box? This gorgeous option from Umami comes with all the bells and whistles. The two-tiered box comes with clever adjustable dividers to fit whatever you happen to pack that day, plus it comes with a screw-cap jar for sauces and sides. A full cutlery set is included, all of which lock into place. The sleek, black box is topped off with a natural bamboo lid for a stylish finish.

Available from:
Amazon (£29.99)

Wild Wonders children's bento box

• Available from Not on the High Street (£9.95)

Best budget kid's bento box

Kids will love this cheery bento box, ideal for taking to school or filling with snacks on a day out. With a wildlife-patterned lid, this colourful box is split into layers, including a movable divider, kid-friendly fork and spoon, and a stretchy fabric strap to hold it together. Browse our kids' lunchbox recipes for inspiration on how to fill it.

Available from:
Not on the High Street (£9.95)

Sakura bunny bento box

• Available from Sous Chef (£29.99)

Most stylish bento box

Impress your colleagues with this gorgeous, elaborately designed bento box from Sous Chef. The top opens up to reveal two large compartments, with a sealed lid. The smaller top compartment is 210ml, great for holding snacks, fruit or a small dessert. The larger component is 300ml, which will fit wraps, sushi, sandwiches, rice dishes and more.

Available from:
Sous Chef (£29.99)

Tiancheng 2 compartment bento box

• Available from Amazon (£11.99)

Best for portion control

If you're on a tight budget, this sturdy bento box would be great for kids and adults – at school or in the office. The main compartment is divided into two sections, which is ideal for portion control. Cutlery is conveniently included in the top lid, plus it's dishwasher and microwave safe.

Available from:
Amazon (£11.99)

Bibury bento box

• Available from Amazon (£11.99)

Best kid's bento box

Kids are sure to love this colourful bento box from Bibury. This one is unique in that the inner tray can be removed and cleaned separately, or used to mix the components of your lunch together. Cutlery is included in the lid, plus it's microwave, dishwasher and freezer safe. This durable lunchbox is made from food-grade PP material, BPA-free and it's non-toxic.

Available from:
Amazon (£11.99)

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