Rubbermaid Brilliance Tritan Plastic Food Storage Containers BPA Free Airtight Lids Ideal for Lunch Meal Prep & Leftovers Set of 5 (3.2 Cup)

Why it's worth it

Rubbermaid's Brilliance set uses clear Tritan plastic with latching lids and a built-in vent for microwaving. It's the container to grab when weight matters more than the advantages of glass, and the seal genuinely holds.

The latching lids are the reason to buy this set. Four clips press a gasket down against the rim, and the seal actually works — owners report carrying soup and dressing without leaks, which is rare enough in this category to be the headline. If you've ever opened a bag to find salad dressing on your notebook, you understand why this is worth paying attention to.

Tritan is the plastic that gets closest to glass without the weight. It stays clear instead of clouding, and it resists the staining that turns ordinary containers orange after a few tomato-based meals. It's not immune to odors from garlic or curry, but it holds up far better than the thin plastic in bulk sets. And a filled container weighs almost nothing compared to the glass options here.

From our review of 5 meal prep containers, by Eleanor Vance, Health & Beauty Editor

What we like

• +The latching lids are the reason to buy this set
• +Tritan is the plastic that gets closest to glass without the weight
• +The vent in the lid is a small feature you'll use constantly
• +These nest when empty and stack when full, which sounds like marketing until you have a fridge shelf with five containers on it

What to know

• –The latch tabs are the weak point
• –Dishwasher heat can craze the lids
• –It's still plastic, so strongly spiced food will leave a faint smell that a wash doesn't fully clear