There's literally no task more daunting than having to make a school lunch for your child every night [1] or morning, especially when you have zero inspiration for how to shake things up. Well, it's time to put down the turkey sandwich fixings and pick up something you prepped in the slow cooker [2] or leftovers waiting in the fridge to be eaten, because you don't need to serve something that will keep at room temperature anymore. Thanks to these insulated containers and lunch boxes [3], you can ensure your child has a warm (or fresh and cold, minus the condensation) meal by the time their lunch hour rolls around.
Serve a quick batch of scrambled eggs, soups, Instant Pot meals [4], leftovers, and more in these insulated containers — your kids will thank you!
ZoLi This & That Stackable Stainless Steel Insulated Food Container
The ZoLi This & That Stackable Stainless Steel Insulated Food Container [5] ($40) has two compartments that attach to each other, but both have secure bottoms so you can use one compartment with the top lid.
OmieBox Bento Lunch Box With Insulated Thermos
This OmieBox Bento Lunch Box With Insulated Thermos [6] ($40) has plenty of room to pack a filling lunch.
Vaya Tyffyn Insulated Lunch Box
There are two leak-resistant, vacuum-insulated stainless steel compartments within this Vaya Tyffyn Insulated Lunch Box [7] ($34, originally $50), which comes in adorable prints.
ZoLi x tokidoki tokiDINE Insulated Food Jar
How cute is the print on this ZoLi x tokidoki tokiDINE Insulated Food Jar [8] ($30)?
Lille Stackable Stainless Steel Thermal Lunch Box
You can pack three different things into this Lille Stackable Stainless Steel Thermal Lunch Box [9] ($29, originally $40).
Bentology Insulated Lunch Box Sleeve
Keep any bento box hot or cold for longer with the help of this Bentology Insulated Lunch Box Sleeve [10] ($13), which comes in a bunch of prints, including this unicorn one.
LunchBots Rounds Stainless Steel Food Container
The LunchBots Rounds Stainless Steel Food Container [11] ($11) is perfect for a small snack that's either hot or cold, like the hummus pictured above.
This Stainless Steel Insulated Square Lunch Box [12] ($16) has a slot in the top for a utensil.
Zoli Baby Dine Vacuum Insulated Food Jar
The Zoli Baby Dine Vacuum Insulated Food Jar [13] ($25) is the perfect size for little tummies.
MIRA 13.5-Ounce Food Jar
The MIRA 13.5-Ounce Food Jar [14] ($16) comes in five different colours, including "cactus" (shown above).
Wildkin Lunch Bag
There are two separate insulated compartments inside this Wildkin Lunch Bag [15] ($20).
Skip Hop Baby Zoo Insulated Food Jar
The Skip Hop Baby Zoo Insulated Food Jar [16] ($18) comes with a spork that's the perfect size for toddler hands.
Thermos Stainless Steel Food Jar
This Thermos Stainless Steel Food Jar [17] ($22, originally $30) is 16 ounces, making it perfect for a hearty serving of soup, pasta, or chili.
Fit & Fresh Bento Lunch Box Kit
The Fit & Fresh Bento Lunch Box Kit [18] ($18) has slots for its reusable ice packs to snap into so they don't get lost or smush your child's lunch.
AKS Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Food Jar
The AKS Vacuum Insulated Stainless Steel Food Jar [19] ($20) has a handle up top so it can be carried without a lunch box.