The 14 Best Lunchboxes for Adults
These grown-up lunchboxes are what every adult needs when they're on the go or heading into the office.
Lunchboxes aren't just for kids! As more people are back working in the office, lunchboxes for adults are becoming more popular. After all, adults need a practical and chic way to store their lunch, too. It doesn't matter if you prefer to bring a sandwich, a hot lunch or even a few snacks to graze, there are lunchboxes out there for every eater. Some will keep your lunch cool even without an office fridge, and others will make your seemingly basic lunch salad a little more stylish.
What to Consider When Shopping for an Adult Lunchbox
When shopping for an adult lunchbox, you'll want to consider your eating preferences. If you love salads, you'll want a box specifically designed for salads, or maybe a bento box is the best choice for you if you like a little bit of everything. Think about where your lunch will be stored: Does your office have a fridge? Will it sit at your desk? Will it be subject to a long commute? Does it need an ice pack? Also think about aesthetics and cost, too.
Keep scrolling to see our top adult lunchboxes for every category.
If you are looking for a well-insulated, easy-to-clean lunch box, look no further. The Hydro Flask 5-Liter Lunchbox has enough room to fit just about anything from leftovers in a container or a smattering of snacks to your traditional sandwich or salad. The exterior is stylish, comes in a variety of classic colors and is rugged enough to take the bumps it may incur from your commute or being knocked around your desk. The inside is just as durable with a BPA-free and FDA food-approved lined interior that makes wiping down any spills with a paper towel a cinch. With double-walled insulation, you can be assured that your cold food will stay cold (and your warm food will stay warm) for hours.
If taking salads on the go is your jam, then this bento-style lunchbox — designed for salad eaters — is for you. It features a top compartment to keep all of the salad toppings separate so they don't get soggy and has plenty of room for your lettuce or grains on the bottom. It comes with a fork and a sauce container with a lid, as well. Plus, the freshness technology will keep it from becoming a sad, wilting pile of greens.
Tired of ransacking the freezer for an ice pack to keep your lunch cold? There's no need to do that with the PackIt Freezable Lunch Bag. Simply put the entire bag into the freezer each night, and it will keep your lunch cold for up to 10 hours. At less than $25, this lunch bag is a steal. It's perfect for a sandwich, snack and drink, and it folds up nicely for easy storage.
Enjoy your leftover soup, ramen, chili and more with the Crockpot Lunch Crock. This electric lunchbox will quickly heat your meal come lunchtime by simply plugging it into an outlet. The pot features a tight-sealing lid to ensure no spills or leaks happen in transit, while the detachable power cord stores away neatly on the bottom when not in use. The Lunch Crock is also dishwasher-safe for easy cleanup.
If you're serious about your work lunch, the Bentoheaven Premium Bento Box offers many options to suit your meal. It comes with two boxes, so you can bring both or one, with a place for cutlery and a container for any sauces, condiments or dressings. The top doubles as a bamboo cutting board for any last-minute prep, and you can rest assured that liquids won't leak into your bag with the airtight, leakproof lid.
This colorful and cute quilted lunchbox by ban.do is the perfect conversation starter at any lunch table, featuring fun illustrated designs of produce throughout and a bright green handle. The inside is insulated to keep your food at the right temperature for hours.
If you are buying a Yeti lunchbox, you know you are getting some of the best insulation on the market. The lunchbox comes in close to a dozen different colors for every style and can keep things cool even in the hottest of temperatures.
This water-resistant lunch bag from CALPAK makes it easy to stuff and go — just pull the drawstring to close. It's stylish, lightweight, and easy to stick in any purse or carry as is with the two handles. It comes in stylish core colors as well as an array of limited-edition prints to fit any personality.
The MIER Dual-Compartment Lunchbox Tote is designed for those who do'’t want to keep everything in their lunchbox ice cold. One compartment is designed for any dry goods — think chips, crackers and other items you want at room temp — while the other is insulated to maintain a cold leakproof section for drinks and other items you want at a cooler temperature. A detachable shoulder strap and handles make it easy to carry.
If you don't want a lunchbox that blatantly looks like a lunchbox, look to The Luncher by Modern Picnic — a lunchbox that looks like a designer handbag. Faux vegan crocodile on the outside opens to an insulated interior to keep all your food and beverages cold. Exterior pockets for your phone, keys and other accessories make it easy to cart everything around in one bag.
Built is known for their sturdy coolers, so you can rest assured that your lunch will stay cold if you need it to. The Gourmet Getaway Lunch Bag is made of neoprene (yes, the same material as wetsuits), so expect it to be durable and also extremely lightweight. The tote-style bag is also machine washable and available in a plethora of colors and patterns.
The beauty of lunching as an adult is that you can eat however you want. If you prefer to snack your way through lunch, this eight-compartment box is perfect for holding everything from charcuterie to little bits of what's left in your fridge. Pull out some of the containers and you can fit a sandwich or something bigger.
A classic sandwich calls for a classic lunchbox. The L.L.Bean Flip-Top Lunchbox is perfect for the whole family (even kids love them), but their timeless design makes them perfect for adults, too. The water-resistant insulated box is easy to clean and made to last — designed from the same material as their backpacks. Perfect to fit a sandwich, a snack and a drink, there's even a mesh interior pocket for slipping in an ice pack.
Gone are the days when a hot lunch means lukewarm leftovers out of a container nuked in the microwave. Technology in lunchboxes these days means an actual hot lunch. The Uvi Self-Heating Lunchbox is designed to heat up refrigerated food simply by plugging in the box at your desk. You'll have a hot lunch in around 25 minutes, with an insulated liner that keeps it hot for up to two hours. It's so powerful that it can even cook rice or steam vegetables. As an added bonus, UV light helps to kill any lingering bacteria.
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