Rubbermaid Plastic Vented Food Storage Containers, 16-Piece
Last updated: October 19, 2021
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We looked at the top Dry Food Storage Containers and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Dry Food Storage Container you should buy.
Overall Take
This set gives you a classic storage solution with a new twist. The vent on the top stays put when you need things airtight, but pops up to release pressure if things get too hot inside. The lids and the containers are easy to wash.
In our analysis of 18 expert reviews, the Rubbermaid Plastic Vented Food Storage Containers, 16-Piece placed 0th when we looked at the top 9 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.From The Manufacturer
Easily store food, minimize clutter around your kitchen, and stop your search for the perfect meal prep containers with these Easy Find Vented Lids Food Storage Containers. Say goodbye to unwanted splatters, messy microwaves, and time-consuming clean-ups with built-in vents on each lid. The bright red lids snap to each other and to the bottom of the containers, so they’re always easy to find and organize. Thanks to their clear bases, it’s easy to see the contents of any container when you’re quickly grabbing food out of the refrigerator. Constructed from durable, BPA-free plastic, these food containers are built to withstand a wide range of temperatures, and are top-rack dishwasher-, microwave-, and freezer-safe.
Overview
Somewhere in the world there’s a perfect kitchen in the home of a perfect family who all clean their plates at the end of every meal. If you’re that family, feel free to save yourself some reading. As for the rest of us: Your kitchen is going to need food storage containers to keep staples like flour or sugar fresh after the bag has been opened. And since the difference between good storage containers and sub-par ones is likely to be just a few dollars, you may as well go for the good stuff.
The main factor to consider however is that it’s air tight. We found quality options for you to choose from and also have tips on how to keep chips, cereal and other pantry staples from going stale.
We also recommend buying clear containers or choosing storage solutions that you can label. You’ll find all of our recommendations fit into one of these two categories as they are a must for pantry and cupboard organization.
Buying Advice
- There is a significant price difference between plastic and glass containers, which are the two most common materials. Glass will be a bit more expensive, it’s liable to be a lot heavier, but these are containers you can expect to last (unless, of course, you drop them). Plastic is much lighter, but the best plastic doesn’t necessarily have to be flimsier. Some plastic container brands are dishwasher safe as long as you don’t have the water temperature too high. For many, the main concern with plastic is the materials used to make it. Some plastics can contain BPAs and other chemicals that can leach into the food, affecting the taste in the best case scenario and harming our health in the worst. Phthalates, PVC or BPAs are just a few of the red flags you want to look for, as these chemicals have been linked to hormone issues and certain kinds of cancer.
- Keep in mind how much food you plan on storing, and where you typically store it. If it’s going to be in the pantry, you can get away with plastic containers in a utilitarian style. If you’ve got things that need to be ready at hand on the countertop, consider glass containers that you’re not ashamed to display. Some type of labeling is always a plus if you’re storing food long term.
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