Lunch Boxes

What are snack boxes

Snack boxes and lunchboxes are containers used for storing and carrying food – usually a snack or a light lunch that you prepare at home from your own ingredients according to your taste. They come in various sizes, colours, and materials to meet the needs of schoolchildren and students, as well as working adults and travellers. In this category, you will find:

• Children's snack boxes for school with cheerful motifs, whose lids are firmly attached to the box

• Snack boxes with dividers for easier separation of the main meal from side dishes, pieces of fruit or vegetables

• Thermal covers and cooling bags for snack boxes, which, with their thermal insulation properties, keep food warm or cold for longer

Why choose a snack box

A snack box saves time and money, as you can prepare your food at home yourself according to your current needs and with regard to various dietary restrictions (gluten allergy, lactose intolerance, etc.), thus avoiding expensive or unhealthy eating habits. A snack in a box is the best way to ensure children receive nutritionally balanced meals every morning at school. Moreover, food in a box won't get squashed and will remain hygienically separated from other items, which schoolchildren will especially appreciate.

Quality snack boxes are often equipped with dividers, allowing the internal space to be customised. If you choose a thermal box or a cooling cover, you don't have to worry about your snack or lunch spoiling, even if you or your children spend a longer time outdoors.

Main advantages

1. Healthy and economical eating anywhere
2. Easy and safe carrying in a backpack, bag, or handbag
3. Zero waste – durable and health-safe certified materials (BPA-free) for repeated use (no more plastic bags, cling film, paper bags, aluminium foil)
4. Quick and easy maintenance – quick hand washing, some models are dishwasher safe with other dishes
5. Possibility of combination with other accessories in the same design – drinking bottles for children

How to choose the right snack box

When choosing a snack box, consider several main criteria:

1. Purpose – for a child for school, an adult for work, or for occasional trips

2. Box volume and dimensions – for a snack, a smaller box with dimensions approx. 17 x 13 x 6 cm (up to 500 ml) will suffice; for lunch or multiple meals, choose larger boxes (ideally 800 ml and more)

3. Material – plastic (polypropylene), stainless steel, glass, or a combination thereof

4. Sealing – quality silicone seal or a lid with clips prevents leakage

5. Internal division – removable dividing partition, multiple compartments

6. Design – shape, colour, print, pattern of the boxes

Materials

• Plastic snack box – lightweight and most affordable, but it's important to choose BPA-free variants to ensure safe use and health harmlessness. Some models are also suitable for the microwave.
• Glass snack box – easy to wash, ideal for longer food storage, it's heavier and risks breaking if dropped.
• Stainless steel snack box – exceptionally durable, waterproof, doesn't retain odours, and maintains temperature better, which is ideal for snacks.

Boxes made from recycled materials meet food safety requirements and protect the environment.

Construction and division

• One-piece boxes – compact dimensions, lid is attached to the box

• Boxes with dividers – multiple compartments for various dishes without mixing, layout can be adapted to the type of food

• Multi-tiered boxes – ideal for multiple courses or for combining meals and snacks for the whole day

• Boxes with integrated cutlery – practical for travel

Design

• For children, a box with a cheerful motif of a favourite fairy tale character or animal is most suitable, as it will be easy for the child to handle.
• Adults for the office or travel prefer more minimalist, single-colour elegant designs without prints.

Maintenance: How to properly clean and maintain snack boxes

To ensure your snack boxes last as long as possible, it's important to care for them properly. Regular cleaning after each use, according to the manufacturer's instructions, is essential.

• Wash snack boxes conventionally with hot water and dish soap, then rinse with cold water.
• Avoid using aggressive cleaning agents that could damage the material.
• Do not use sharp objects during handling, as they could cause surface damage.
• After each use, wash and dry the box to prevent mould and odours.
• If permitted by the manufacturer, you can place the box in the dishwasher.

Popular snack box brands

In our offer, you will find proven brands that emphasise quality, health safety, and thoughtful design:

• Bagmaster – functional boxes for schoolchildren, excellent durability, Czech brand

• Step by Step – ideal for children for school, safe and stylish design, easy closing

• Reisenthel – elegant cooling covers made from recycled materials, easy maintenance

Frequently asked questions about choosing a snack box

How to use a snack box for food?

Simply open the lid, fill the box with a tasty and healthy snack, and close it. If you have a box with a divider, you can change its position to combine different types of food or supplement your snack with fruit and vegetables.

How to pack a snack effectively into a box?

Start by choosing suitable foods. Adjust the size of the compartments. If you have more liquid components, such as yoghurt or dip, you can place them in small containers. To prevent food from spilling during travel, always ensure you have properly closed the box.

What features should a children's snack box for school have?

An ideal snack box for children should be made from BPA-free materials to ensure its use is safe for health. An easily openable lid and the ability to separate foods are also important. A box with compartments will ensure that foods do not mix. The box should be washable to ensure hygienic maintenance.

What products are ideal for children's snack boxes?

Whole grain pastries with spreads, cheese, and pieces of fresh fruit and vegetables or nuts.

Which boxes are best for school lunches or trips?

To keep food fresh and tasty for longer, it's important to maintain the box in optimal conditions. Thermal boxes have good insulating properties. If you don't own a thermal box directly, you can also use thermal covers (or cooling inserts), which help keep food cold or warm for longer, depending on whether it's a snack or lunch. For full-day trips, we recommend choosing a set of boxes.

How to choose a snack box for a child for school?

Lightweight and easily portable, so your child can carry it without problems in a school bag or backpack. The box should be made of quality material certified for food contact, free of BPA and other harmful substances. When choosing, it is also important to consider your child's preferences.

What is the difference between a snack box and a thermal box?

A snack box is designed for carrying food, while a thermal box keeps food at the optimal desired temperature for a longer period.

Healthy snack – your day begins

Snack boxes are practical containers designed for convenient storage and transport of food that you take with you not only to school and work, but also on trips. When choosing, it is necessary to consider the size and material, and what food you plan to store in the box. For chilled foods, choose boxes that will maintain the desired temperature for longer, or purchase a thermal insulating bag or cover for the box. Boxes with compartments allow you to better separate different foods, which can be especially important for children.