Food storage containers: Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers is our No-Brainer pick

Start with plastic or glass

Plastic is light and good for lunches. Glass does not stain and is better for reheating. Then think about which sizes you use most and how much cabinet space you have.

Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers

Rubbermaid Brilliance containers are clear, stackable and listed as fully leak-proof. Rubbermaid makes them from BPA-free Tritan plastic that resists stains and odors, and the latching lids have vents so you can microwave with the latches open. They are listed as safe for the microwave, freezer and dishwasher.

Pyrex Freshlock 10-Piece Glass Storage Set

If you prefer glass, the Pyrex Freshlock set pairs glass bowls with airtight four-tab locking lids. Pyrex lists two 1-cup, two 4-cup and one 6-cup container, all safe for the microwave, freezer and dishwasher. The glass can go in the oven, but the lids cannot.

Snapware Total Solution 20-Piece Plastic Set

Snapware Total Solution gives you ten containers and lids for a low cost. The four-tab lids snap on firmly, and the BPA-free plastic set nests for storage. Snapware says to unlatch and offset the lid before microwaving.

Choose by material and use

Pick Rubbermaid Brilliance for leak-proof leftovers and lunches. Pick Pyrex Freshlock if you want glass for reheating. Pick Snapware Total Solution for a big starter set at a low cost.

What stands out

• Rubbermaid lists Brilliance as fully leak-proof
• Pyrex Freshlock glass is oven safe; the lids are not
• Snapware's set includes ten containers with lids

Watch out for

• Vent or unlatch lids before microwaving
• Glass lids and bowls are heavier for lunches
• Set sizes vary by listing; check the piece count

Before you buy

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Decide between plastic and glass first, then check the container sizes and piece count in the listing.

Think about the fit: Choose plastic for carrying, glass for reheating.

Check before buying: Material, piece count, lid style and care instructions

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