Lunch Box Sizes

How much food you can pack in your lunch box depends on the size. These examples should give you some perspective on the various types in the market.

Lunch Box Dimensions: New Wave Enviro

The New Wave Enviro measures 6" long x 4 1/2" wide and is 3 1/2" deep. The box is made of stainless steel with rounded corners. The lunch box can be used by children or adults, being free of any toxic chemicals. The material is also 100% recyclable. The lunch box is sturdy enough for daily use by kids.

The New Wave Enviro can be cleaned in a dishwasher. The clasps are firm so the contents do not fall off. The lunch box is most suitable for food like sandwiches, snacks and assorted rice dishes. There is enough space to fit in a whole apple and shut the lid.

Lunch Box Dimensions: Zojirushi Mr. Bento

The Zojirushi Mr. Bento lunch box measures 10 x 6 x 6 inches. The lunch box is jar shaped with four food bowls in it. The bowls can contain cold or hot food, as the vacuum insulated construction helps keep everything warm. The bowls weigh 6.8, 9.5, 10.1 and 15.2 ounces.

The bowls can be used in a microwave. The Zojirushi Mr. Bento lunch box also comes with a bag to help carry the box. It is made of stainless steel. The plastic cup is not insulated. The design of the lunch box / jar is most suited for soups, rice and vegetables.

Lunch Box Dimensions: Crocodile Creek Garden Lunch Box

The Crocodile Creek lunch box measures 10 x 3 x 7.5 inches. The insulated lining of the lunch box is to help maintain food freshness. There is padding added in to keep food from being crushed. The lunch box has a colorful design, with butterflies, flowers, bees etc set against differently colored backgrounds.

The Crocodile Creek Garden does not have any PVC or phthalate. It has zero lead content and conforms to the standards set by the United States and Europe. The lunch box is sturdy enough it can be used for kids’ summer camp. The lunch box has enough room to store several sandwiches and a small milk bottle.

Lunch Box Dimensions: Pirate Dome

The Pirate Dome lunch box is 9” long by 4.25 niches wide and 6.5 inches high. The top of the lunch box is dome shaped. It is composed of metal. The handle is plastic and is connected to the steel hooks.

The lunch box is black and in true pirate fashion has a one eyed skull painted on it. The lunch box has enough space to put in some lunch items, and its design means it can be used as a “treasure chest” too.

If you’re picking one for the kids, make sure the lunch box dimensions are big enough to store all their needs. At the same time it should be sturdy; kids’ lunch boxes will take a beating, so it has to be strong especially the clasps.