The Best Food Storage Containers, Tested by Experts
An easy, affordable way to store leftovers and meal prep.
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Whether you’re dreaming of a clutter-free, organized kitchen or you need a quick way to store meals in the fridge, food storage containers are a must.
Not only are they helpful when you’re trying to meal prep for the week or need a way to transport your healthy lunch without spilling your soup or salad dressing everywhere, but they can also be used to freeze extra food or reheat leftovers in the microwave. Most food storage containers have a tight seal to prevent leaks, but some are better suited for larger meals, dry foods or saving space, so we put them to the test to make sure they do their jobs properly.
Our top picks:
Our experts and product analysts in the Good Housekeeping Institute Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab test all types of cookware and kitchen essentials, ranging from the best lunch bags to bring to the office to camping cooking gear. Over the years, we’ve been hands-on with over 80 food storage containers from top brands such as Rubbermaid, Pyrex and OXO. To determine our recommendations, we fill containers with tomato sauce to ensure each is leakproof, has a tight seal and doesn't stain with use. We also note how well containers perform in the freezer, microwave and dishwasher.
After checking out our reviews of the best glass and plastic containers, continue reading to the bottom of this guide to learn more about what to look for when shopping for food storage containers. Read up on the best pantry organization ideas for more ways keep your kitchen area tidy.
Nicole (she/her) is the director of the Good Housekeeping Institute's Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab, where she has overseen content and testing related to kitchen and cooking appliances, tools and gear since 2019. She’s an experienced product tester and recipe creator, trained in classic culinary arts and culinary nutrition. She has worked in test kitchens for small kitchen appliance brands and national magazines, including Family Circle and Ladies’ Home Journal.
Raena Loper (she/her) is a fashion journalist and product analyst based in New Jersey whose work has appeared in Forbes, Good Housekeeping and O, The Oprah Magazine. Raena is a graduate from Montclair State University where she earned a degree in fashion studies as well as gender, sexuality and women's studies. In her free time, she enjoys sewing, cooking BBQ and spending time with family.
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