Best Lunch Boxes for Adults and Kids in the UK 2026
BBy Bikram Nath·Researched from UK Amazon listings·Updated 2026-10-16·6 products compared
What are the best lunch boxes for adults and kids to buy in the UK?
Our top pick for Lunch Boxes for Adults and Kids in the UK is the Brabantia Make & Take Lunch Box, Medium (1.1L).
The Brabantia Make & Take Lunch Box suits work or school lunches of up to 2 sandwiches: the listing states 1.1L, 20 x 13.5 x 5.5 cm, a lid with clips, dishwasher, microwave and freezer use and a 5-year guarantee.
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The Brabantia Make & Take lunch box is our top pick because its listing states a 1.1L capacity for up to 2 sandwiches, a lid with clips, dishwasher, microwave and freezer use, and a 5-year guarantee. For adults who pack a full meal, the WayEee lists 2130 ml across three stackable compartments, with 2 sauces, a fork and a spoon; for a school lunch kept in sections, the Sistema TO GO Bento Lunch lists 1.65 L, multiple compartments and a seal-tight snack pot.
This guide compares six lunch boxes from Brabantia, Sistema, WayEee, Beeptrum, BIBURY and IJIAMY, using what each listing states: capacity, dimensions, compartments, materials, care instructions and warranty. Stated capacities run from 1.1L on the Brabantia to 2130 ml on the WayEee; the BIBURY and IJIAMY listings give no capacity.
Buying guide
What should you look for in Lunch Boxes for Adults and Kids?
1Capacity: the listings state 1.1L (Brabantia, up to 2 sandwiches per the listing), 1.65 L (Sistema TO GO), 1400ml (Beeptrum: 650ml upper layer, 750ml bottom layer) and 2130 ml (WayEee). The BIBURY and IJIAMY listings state no capacity.
2Compartments: IJIAMY lists 5 compartments and a salad dressing container, Beeptrum 4 compartments over 2 layers, BIBURY 3 plus a removable inner tray and WayEee three stackable compartments; Sistema lists multiple compartments and a seal-tight snack pot without giving a count. The Brabantia listing mentions no compartments.
3Microwave and dishwasher: Brabantia and WayEee list dishwasher, microwave and freezer use. Sistema says dishwasher (top rack) and microwave without the lid; IJIAMY says microwave, fridge and dishwasher, with the lid removed for the microwave; Beeptrum says microwave without the lid and that its lid and cutlery are not microwave or dishwasher safe. BIBURY says microwave safe with the lid removed and does not mention a dishwasher.
4Seals and leaks: WayEee, Beeptrum, BIBURY and IJIAMY call their boxes leak-proof or leakproof; BIBURY names an airtight seal gasket and IJIAMY a lid with four-point closure. Sistema describes a hinged lid with an extended flexible seal and Brabantia a lid with clips; neither listing calls the main box leak-proof.
5Warranty: Brabantia states a 5-year guarantee (5 year manufacturer warranty). The Sistema, WayEee, Beeptrum, BIBURY and IJIAMY listings state no warranty term.
Our process
How do we choose our picks?
We don’t lab-test products ourselves. Instead we synthesise current Amazon UK listings and published specs into clear, honest recommendations. We earn a commission if you buy through our links, but that never changes which products we rank.
Current UK availability
We check each pick against live Amazon UK catalogue data rather than last year’s model lists. Stock moves fast, so a listing can sell out after we publish.
Published specs
We compare manufacturer specifications so each pick is right for a real budget and use-case.
UK-specific fit
We factor in UK voltage and plug/fitting standards — details that generic global lists miss.
BPA-free; fully recyclable after use, per the listing
Phthalate and BPA-free
BPA-free, food-grade materials
BPA-free, food-grade PP
Food-grade PP, BPA-Free
Food grade PP, BPA free
Care
Dishwasher safe; microwave and freezer compatible
Dishwasher (top rack), microwave (without lid), fridge and freezer-safe
Dishwasher, microwave and freezer safe
Microwave (without lid), freezer and dishwasher; lid and cutlery not microwave or…
Heat resistant and microwave safe with the lid removed
Microwave (lid removed), fridge and dishwasher
Lid
Lid with clips
Hinged lid with extended flexible seal and easy locking clips
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Individual sealer lid for each layer, with a ventilation valve
Airtight seal gasket
Four-point closure
Compartments
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Multiple compartments plus a seal-tight snack pot
Three stackable compartments (3 layers)
4: 1 in the upper layer, 3 in the bottom layer
3, plus a removable inner tray
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Capacity
1.1L (up to 2 sandwiches, per the listing)
1.65 L
2130 ml
1400ml: upper layer 650ml, bottom layer 750ml
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In The Box
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2 sauces, fork and spoon
Cutlery
Fork and spoon, with a lid to store them
1 salad dressing container
Dimensions
20 x 13.5 x 5.5 cm
L 219 mm x H 77 mm x W 186 mm
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21 x 14 x 6.5 cm
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The rankings
The best Lunch Boxes for Adults and Kids, ranked
1
Brabantia
Top Pick
Brabantia Make & Take Lunch Box, Medium (1.1L)
The Brabantia Make & Take Lunch Box suits work or school lunches of up to 2 sandwiches: the listing states 1.1L, 20 x 13.5 x 5.5 cm, a lid with clips, dishwasher, microwave and freezer use and a 5-year guarantee.
Capacity
1.1L (up to 2 sandwiches, per the listing)
Dimensions
20 x 13.5 x 5.5 cm
Material
BPA-free; fully recyclable after use, per the listing
Care
Dishwasher safe; microwave and freezer compatible
Lid
Lid with clips
Warranty
5-year guarantee (5 year manufacturer)
What we like
+5-year guarantee on the listing
+States its size: 1.1L, up to 2 sandwiches, in 20 x 13.5 x 5.5 cm
+Listed for the dishwasher, microwave and freezer
+Brabantia says the box is fully recyclable after use
Worth noting
–The listing mentions no compartments or dividers
–The listing makes no leak-proof claim
–No cutlery or sauce pot is mentioned on the listing
£9.95Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 13:00 (London time). Details
The Sistema TO GO Bento Lunch Box suits school lunches with food kept apart: the listing states 1.65 L, multiple compartments, a seal-tight snack pot and L 219 mm x H 77 mm x W 186 mm.
Capacity
1.65 L
Dimensions
L 219 mm x H 77 mm x W 186 mm
Compartments
Multiple compartments plus a seal-tight snack pot
Material
Phthalate and BPA-free
Care
Dishwasher (top rack), microwave (without lid), fridge and freezer-safe
Lid
Hinged lid with extended flexible seal and easy locking clips
What we like
+Seal-tight snack pot for yoghurt, fruit, snacks, sauces and dips, per the listing
+Hinged lid with an extended flexible seal and locking clips
+Care instructions cover the dishwasher (top rack), microwave (without lid), fridge and freezer
+Phthalate and BPA-free, per the listing
Worth noting
–The listing does not give the number of compartments
–The listing states no warranty term
–The lid must come off for the microwave, per the listing
£13.76Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 13:00 (London time). Details
The WayEee 3-Layer Bento Lunch Box suits adults who pack a full meal: the listing states 2130 ml over three stackable compartments, a leak-proof design, 2 sauces, a fork and a spoon, and dishwasher, microwave and freezer use.
Capacity
2130 ml
Compartments
Three stackable compartments (3 layers)
Material
BPA-free, food-grade materials
Care
Dishwasher, microwave and freezer safe
In The Box
2 sauces, fork and spoon
What we like
+2130 ml across three stackable compartments, per the listing
+WayEee says its leak-proof design holds sauces or liquid foods
+2 sauces, a fork and a spoon included, per the listing
+Listed as dishwasher, microwave and freezer safe
Worth noting
–The listing states no warranty term
–The listing does not give the capacity of each layer
–The listing does not say whether the lids can go in the microwave
£11.04£12.99−15%Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 13:00 (London time). Details
Beeptrum 2-Layer Bento Lunch Box with Cutlery, 1400ml
The Beeptrum 2-Layer Bento Lunch Box suits adults or children who want a box usable as a single layer or a double layer: the listing states 650ml and 750ml layers (1400ml together), 4 compartments and cutlery, with the lid kept out of the microwave and dishwasher.
Capacity
1400ml: upper layer 650ml, bottom layer 750ml
Compartments
4: 1 in the upper layer, 3 in the bottom layer
Material
BPA-free, food-grade PP
Care
Microwave (without lid), freezer and dishwasher; lid and cutlery not microwave or dishwasher safe; not for the oven
Lid
Individual sealer lid for each layer, with a ventilation valve
In The Box
Cutlery
What we like
+States the capacity of each layer: 650ml upper and 750ml bottom
+Usable as a single layer (750ml) or a double layer (1400ml), per the listing
+Separate sealer lids for each layer and a ventilation valve to ease opening
+Cutlery included, per the title
Worth noting
–The listing says the lid and cutlery are not microwave or dishwasher safe, and no part is suitable for the oven
–The listing states no dimensions and no warranty term
–Beeptrum gives a microwave range of ≤212°F for 2-4 minutes
£12.99Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 13:00 (London time). Details
BIBURY 3-Compartment Bento Lunch Box with Fork and Spoon
The BIBURY 3-Compartment Bento Lunch Box suits a packed lunch kept in three sections: the listing states 3 compartments, a removable inner tray, an airtight seal gasket, a fork and spoon and 21 x 14 x 6.5 cm.
Dimensions
21 x 14 x 6.5 cm
Compartments
3, plus a removable inner tray
Material
Food-grade PP, BPA-Free
Care
Heat resistant and microwave safe with the lid removed
Lid
Airtight seal gasket
In The Box
Fork and spoon, with a lid to store them
What we like
+3 compartments plus a removable inner tray; the outer part can be used on its own, per the listing
+Airtight seal gasket, and the listing calls it leakproof
+Fork and spoon included, with a lid to keep them in
+States its size: 21 x 14 x 6.5 cm
Worth noting
–The listing states no capacity
–The listing does not mention dishwasher use
–The listing states no warranty term
£9.99Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 13:00 (London time). Details
IJIAMY 5-Compartment Bento Lunch Box with Salad Dressing Container
The IJIAMY 5-Compartment Bento Lunch Box suits lunches of several foods kept separate: the listing states 5 compartments, a salad dressing container, a four-point closure lid and microwave, fridge and dishwasher use.
Compartments
5
Material
Food grade PP, BPA free
Care
Microwave (lid removed), fridge and dishwasher
Lid
Four-point closure
In The Box
1 salad dressing container
What we like
+5 compartments for main food, fruit, snacks, salad, sandwich and sauce, per the listing
+Salad dressing container included, per the title
+IJIAMY says the entire lunch box is leak-proof, with a four-point closure lid
+Listed for the microwave, fridge and dishwasher
Worth noting
–The listing states no capacity
–The listing states no warranty term
–No cutlery is mentioned on the listing
£11.99Amazon.co.uk price as of 17 Oct, 13:00 (London time). Details
Product prices and availability are accurate as of 17 Oct, 13:00 (London time) and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.co.uk at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
Editor's Note
All six listings say BPA-free, and Beeptrum, BIBURY and IJIAMY name food-grade PP; the Brabantia, Sistema and WayEee listings do not name the material. Brabantia's is the one listing here with a warranty term, a 5-year guarantee. Capacity is missing from the BIBURY and IJIAMY listings, and dimensions from the Beeptrum listing.
Our Take
As a default, the Brabantia Make & Take: 1.1L, a lid with clips, dishwasher, microwave and freezer use and a 5-year guarantee, all on the listing. For adults who pack a full meal, the WayEee lists 2130 ml over three stackable compartments with 2 sauces, a fork and a spoon. For a school lunch kept in sections, the Sistema TO GO Bento Lunch lists 1.65 L, multiple compartments and a seal-tight snack pot.
Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions
Which lunch boxes are made for adults?
WayEee sells its 2130 ml three-layer bento as a lunch box for adults, and the Beeptrum, BIBURY and IJIAMY listings name both adults and kids. Brabantia says its 1.1L box is for packing meals for work or school, while Sistema sells the TO GO Bento Lunch as a school lunch box.
Can you put a lunch box in the microwave?
All six listings say yes, some with conditions. Sistema, Beeptrum, BIBURY and IJIAMY say to remove the lid first, and Beeptrum gives a microwave range of ≤212°F for 2-4 minutes. Brabantia and WayEee list microwave use without mentioning the lid.
Are these lunch boxes leak-proof?
WayEee, Beeptrum, BIBURY and IJIAMY describe their boxes as leak-proof or leakproof, and WayEee says its box can hold sauces or liquid foods. BIBURY names an airtight seal gasket and IJIAMY a four-point closure lid. The Sistema and Brabantia listings describe a lid with a flexible seal and clips (Sistema) or with clips (Brabantia) but make no leak-proof claim for the main box.
Are these lunch boxes BPA-free?
All six listings say BPA-free. Sistema adds phthalate-free, and Beeptrum, BIBURY and IJIAMY say food-grade PP.
Which lunch boxes come with cutlery?
WayEee lists a fork and spoon along with 2 sauces, BIBURY a fork and spoon with a lid to store them, and Beeptrum names cutlery in its title. The Brabantia, Sistema and IJIAMY listings do not mention cutlery; IJIAMY includes a salad dressing container and Sistema a snack pot.
Do lunch boxes come with a warranty?
Of these six, the Brabantia Make & Take states one: a 5-year guarantee, listed as a 5 year manufacturer warranty. The Sistema, WayEee, Beeptrum, BIBURY and IJIAMY listings state no warranty term.
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