Zojirushi SL-NCE09 Stainless Ms. Bento Steel Vacuum Lunch Jar, 28.5-Ounce

This is a wonderful product and perfectly meets my packed lunch needs. When I recieved the Ms. Bento lunch jar, I was pleased to see it was just as described. The tote is roomy and sturdy. The spork is sturdy and has worked well with every type of food I have packed thus far. The containers seemed very small when I first opened them up, but I've been surprised how much they actually hold. I've used the center and top containers to hold a baked potato (cut into four pieces), a drained can of beans or other veggies, the strands from half of a small cooked spaghetti squash, etc. I would say they both hold approximately 1 cup while the bottom container holds a little more than 1/2 cup. The lids of the top and bottom containers sit on the top and outside of the bowl, so they can be filled to the top. The lid of the center container fits down into the bowl about 1/2 inch and must be turned to lock into place. That slightly decreases the volume it will hold. When I "forced" it over some chili, the lid locked, but the container leaked. Since then I have left room for the lid to lower into the bowl and lock. I have not placed any of the containers in the microwave, although they are microwave safe. Instead, I heat my lunch prior to packing. To keep things warm, I first fill the outer Ms. Bento thermos with hot tap water and let it set a minute or two, then empty and dry it. I then pack my hot food into the Ms. Bento containers, seal it all up, and put it into the tote. When I eat my lunch approx five hours later, the food has always been warm. In fact, several times a small bit of steam rose when I opened the lid of a container. Since other reviewers mentioned staining and odor, I've been consistent in rinsing the containers well before packing them back into the tote after lunch, and washing in warm water with dish soap that evening, letting everything air dry. I have had no problems with staining or odor after one month of regular use. Although the user guide recommend packing all containers with the same temperature of food (choose either all hot items or all cold), I have done some mixing. For example, I packed some sliced tomatoes in the bottom container and warm items in the top two containers. The tomatoes ended up a bit lukewarm, which I didn't mind, but I see why the guide says to pick one temperature and go with it. One final thought....the containers are too small, in my opinion, to comfortably eat directly from them. Soup may be OK (I haven't packed a soup yet), but I've found it more comfortable to transfer the contents of the containers onto a plate or bowl at work rather than eat directly from the containers. All-in-all, a terrific product and one I would buy again.

EDIT: I spoke to some of the teachers at my kid's daycare and they said the food is nice and warm at lunchtime, which I was happy to hear. They also said that they've seen lots of insulated/thermos-type lunch containers, and this one is by far the best at keeping food warm. I am super pleased with the Ms. Bento and how much flexibility it gives me in packing my kid's lunch!I bought this for my kid's lunch because our daycare doesn't have a microwave or crockpot/bain-marie to heat food, even for babies eating baby food/finger foods. I find that the Ms. Bento is a good size for a one-year-old with a healthy appetite who eats finger foods, and I'm sure it'll work well as my kid gets older and wants to eat more.I bought some silicone cupcake liners and use them to divide food in the separate containers. The container that goes at the bottom is the "soup" container, 7 oz, and I can get two cupcake liners in there if I squish them. I put three to five pieces of different kinds of veggies in each liner and pack some more around the liners; there's plenty enough space for baby-cut carrots, broccoli/cauliflower florets, small pieces of potatoes, green beans cut small, etc. The lid screws on and has a rubber ring, so it's watertight.The container that goes in the middle is the "main" container, 10 oz, and I can get two cupcake liners in there. I usually put pasta in one and some kind of meat in the other; I can squeeze in 8-12 spirals of pasta into one cupcake liner and some slices of meatloaf in the other, no problem, and of course the entire container itself can hold a lot more. I think the lid is insulated, but I don't think it's watertight--it's not threaded/screwable; it's a put-on-and-twist-ten-degrees mechanism.The container that goes on top--the "side" container, 11 oz--has a small divider compartment of its own. I put fruit and cold cuts into this container because it's not intended to keep the food inside hot. I usually can get a strawberry or two an some diced cantaloupe or some apple slices in there, plus another cupcake liner with some shredded ham. This container is actually quite big and can fit a lot; I definitely don't use all the capacity for my kid's fruit and ham. It has a lid that pulls off; the lid has a rubber ring around it. It's probably not watertight, but I haven't had any problem with leaks or spills, even though I've put wet stuff (like fruit) in it.I honestly don't know how warm the food is when my kid gets fed at daycare, but I'm pretty sure it's not cold, which is enough for me (and probably for my kid, too). I pack the "warm food" containers--the soup and main containers--the night before and keep them in the fridge. In the morning, I fill the bento container with hot water from the tap and let it sit while I'm preparing breakfast and the food for the top container, probably 5-10 minutes. Then I heat the warm food containers in the microwave for a minute, put the lids on, pour the water out from the bento container and dry it, and assemble the whole thing.There's enough space in the bag that's included for a water bottle in the 12-16 oz range, eating utensils, plus something relatively slim, like a ziploc of crackers or cookies.While I was researching insulated food containers for my kid to take to daycare, I bought the Mr. Bento to check it out, too. Mr. Bento is significantly bigger and heavier and has way more space and an extra container; it was too much for what we needed. This version of Ms. Bento (with three containers--there is also another with just two) has enough containers for what my kid eats, the bag is sturdy, and overall its profile is smaller and easier for carrying around. Everything seems pretty sturdy and well-made; I can see us using this for years.

The Zojirushi Ms. Bento lunch jar is a cute, compact solution for meals on the go. Love that it comes with its own bag and utensils—very put-together lunch vibes. Just know: two out of the three compartments aren’t leak-proof, so soupy lunches might be a gamble. It keeps food warm-ish, but don’t expect piping hot. Still, everything nests inside a larger jar, so at least you’ve got backup if something leaks. Small but mighty—just not flawless.

I bought 2 -one for each of girls, in 8th and 9th grade. I agonized over Mr. Bento, Ms. Bento, and Classic Bento. Finally decided on Ms. Bento because it comes with a carry case large enough to HOLD A DRINK! The issue I had with Mr. and Classic is that the girls would have to fumble around with a separate drink, or get yet another bag to hold the canister and the drink. With Ms. Bento, it's perfectly sized to hold the canister and a bottled water. The size seems shockingly small at first, but then as you get better at packing, it's amazing how much food you can actually fit in the 3 tiers - especially pastas and rice based dishes where you can cram food into every mm of usable space. I just wish the lids were interchangable between the 2 insulated levels - the water resistant bottom cup isn't very big but sometimes you would rather have the larger cup for wet/possibly leaky items.Hot OR cold issue: You can only use as all hot or all cold for the bottom and middle insulated cups. If you read that you can combine hot and cold - what this really means is a top cup that does not need insulation. You definitely cannot put say, cold yogurt on the bottom and hot fried rice in the center. It is also misleading to say hot and cold because the top cup will take on some of the characteristics of whether it's hot or cold that day. So make sure your top cup is compatible with being on the warmer or cooler side. For warmer days, I can put most any fruit and it's ok, and something like chocolate chip cookies, which my girls report is awesome since they are soft and warm like out of the oven. On cold days, then put in crispy and crunchier items, like crispy wafer cookies and fruit they really like to have cold.STAYS hot or cold issue: Does it really work? YES. I can't explain why some people say it won't retain heat. I can tell you what I do: Boil water. Don't use tap water or water you think it hot enough. BOIL it. Do this FIRST. Let it sit in the canister while you do everything else. I let mine sit for at least 15 minutes. Perhaps others' water is not hot enough, or not warmed up long enough so it won't retain heat. Ditto for cold. My girls report very nice and warm by lunch, not scalding, but better than "just warm". I finished my daughter's meal and cauliflower (see more below) and it was still warm after school. Prep: 6:45, canisters done by 7:15. Lunches at 12 noon and 1PM. Finished daughter's lunch leftovers at 5PM.Can this make me eat better? YES. My girls aren't veggie lovers. The first day, I put all stir fried cauliflower in the bottom cup, and they said it was like eating the never ending bowl of cauliflower. The next day, I carefully served 3 types unmixed - corn, peas, and green beans. It wasn't much of each, but with the beautiful presentation, they actually ate all or nearly all of the vegetables - hahaha!!! It is true you find yourself thinking more about the proper allocation between protein, carbs, moderate treat, and fruits/veggies, and shopping this way as well. I just order more bento type stuff like the little containers for soy sauce, dressings, syrup, and cream cheese, plus a few playful picks for decoration. The bag is quite sturdy - it is not flimsy material - a thick material with sturdy straps. The spork is nice, as is the cover. If you're worried about scratching the cups or are a heavy handed jabbing type of eater, just use your own plasticware. I hand wash and hand dry everything, and it hasn't been too arduous. Use plastic wrap to line the cups for stainy items - like spaghetti/chili.Back to Mr. Ms. or Classic? It's really hard to say for others, but Ms. has been just right for the girls both size wise and because they barely have enough time to finish the volume of lunch they already have. It's lunch, not dinner, and as a last resort, you can still fit in a bit more food inside the carry bag.

I bought this to send food to my son. He used it for half of his 4th-grade year and all of his 5th-grade year, and it kept his food hot. It is easy to wash, lightweight, and comes with its own carrying bag and utensils. I truly recommend it 100%.

I was looking for a lunch kit for my 9 year-old daughter. When I saw this product, with thermal capabilities, I decided to give it a try. For the first month we were all thoroughly impressed. My daughter loved having hot soup, a heated entrée and a salad during her school day lunch - no microwave needed. Plus, this is the first lunch kit where all of the items have made it home every day.Now the complaint. The rubber gasket in the soup container lid pops out every day and takes two fingers, or the dummy end of a butter knife, to re-emplace it. A real pain. I am afraid that it will eventually be lost and render the soup container useless for containing hot soups. Sending the just the soup container back for warranty will be a pain and reduce my daughter the former PB & J lunch routine, so I'll going to write the company and ask that they just send a more cooperative gasket.I will update as to the results.

I love all things Zojirushi. I ordered Mr. Bento first, but it was far too big. I'm a college student who doesn't eat all that much, but I bought this because last semester I was on campus from 10 a.m. until 9 p.m. and needed a bento to hold two meals. This holds enough food for one huge meal. For me, it was a perfect size, and I love the bag so much. The bag has extra space, so I would use it to hold the bento plus my blue 12 oz Zojirushi thermos, the included spork, and another set of plastic utensils for my second meal.As for the temperature control, it keeps cold things very well. Hot, not so much. But the containers are microwaveable, so I would microwave them at school. Sometimes I would pack the containers overnight, refrigerate them, and then put them in the big case in the morning, and that worked very well.The bottom container is for liquids, and it has a vented lid. I have used it for soup several times, but it hardly kept the soup hot. Again, I microwaved it before eating (without the lid). The middle one is a taller container. It is not leak-proof, and it has an insulated lid to separate it from the top container. I once put shirazi salad in it (a cucumber and tomato salad with a ton of lemon and olive oil), and the olive oil leaked all over the place by the end of the day just because there was so much liquid. I made it again with less lemon and oil and it didn't leak. So it's definitely not guaranteed to leak; it holds liquids fairly well, but it's not designed to. The top container is not insulated, and it is the widest although perhaps not largest container. It has another little plastic container inside that splits the container in half, but you can take it out to have one large space.Whether or not this container will work for you also depends on the types of food you eat. I eat lots of salad, vegetables, fruits, rice, soups. Even pastas and pasta salads work great in this. Cold foods remained cold very well. I packed my food in the morning, and the salads were still fairly cold at 6 p.m., when I had my dinner. You'll want foods you can pack very tightly, like rice or quinoa salads.The spork is also fine, but it tends to scratch the bottom of the containers. Using plastic utensils, a spoon, or chopsticks would solve that problem.I highly recommend Ms. Bento! And anything Zojirushi.

I got tired of toting a plastic bag full of various-sized plastic containers for my lunch every day, and started doing some research to figure out the best option. I love the premise of a bento lunch - variety and portion control in a slim little package. After checking multiple different websites and reviews for a couple of different bento boxes, I settled on this version and I am so happy I did. When it arrived, I wasn't sure that the Ms. Bento would be able to accommodate my usual lunch (soup and a raw potato to be cooked at work). I guess it doesn't , but I have adapted my lunch to the container with great results! Here's what's inside the canister:- Inside the lid, there is a small bowl with a removable half moon shaped cup that slides neatly inside. You can remove if you need more room, but I use for half veggies (e.g., grape tomatoes) and half fruits (e.g., blueberries). This container isn't temperature controlled, so if you have something that starts out hot or cold, you will have to put it in the fridge or microwave to maintain the temp.- Below the top container is the largest bowl. It probably holds about a cup, maybe a little more. This is ideal for salad or bulkier items (I have used it for a half sandwich, some dumplings, or salad). An alternative is to make a two-level container using silicone baking cups, which I also purchased at the same time. I can fit 4 silicone cups inside the largest container as long as they're not overfull. This is not a temperature controlled container either, but will inevitably be warm or cold based on whatever might be in the bottom container.- The bottom bowl is the smallest and is temperature controlled. It holds approximately 1/2 cup (I'm guessing, don't quote me exactly) and does a remarkable job of keeping warm foods warm and cold foods cold. I usually put rice, stew, soup, etc. in this container.The package also comes with a nice little bag. Inside the bag on the side seam there is an elastic loop that holds the included spork(along with cover). There's room in the elastic for additional silverware, if you really need a knife or something else.Overall, I am really pleased with this lunch box. The quality of the workmanship feels excellent, and I think I will be using my Ms. Bento for a very long time.

I got this for my 11 year old daughter cos the current Thermos lunch tote (JBC-801) I had was a bit small. Upon comparing the size, Ms Bento could hold 150ml more. 840ml vs 690ml. All the containers seems small, but its actually a good size (for kids n people with small appetite) once you have drank the soup n ate the rice/side dishes. Keeps warm for up to 6 hours. At the 4 hour mark, hotter than warm. At the 6 hour mark, just warm. But I've eaten it n so far not gotten any food poisoning. Having a hard time filling the top side dish container as I couldn't find any suitable things to put in there. Its supposed to be room temp but the heat from the containers below get to it. Fruits/veggies get warm. Green veggies turn a yucky shade of green. But I love the spork. Makes eating from the small containers very easy. Washing is a bit tedious as there are many parts but I do own a lot of thermos etc so I'm quite used it. I always remove gaskets when washing all these thermos cos they can really turn yucky if you dont. U can also tell they really put effort into the design as there is a small groove which makes it easy for the gasket to be removed for washing. All in all, satisfied with the product.

The Zojirushi ZONCE09ST Stainless Lunch Jar is a premium product known for its exceptional insulation capabilities and durable build. Here’s an in-depth review highlighting its features and performance:Insulation PerformanceThe standout feature of the Zojirushi ZONCE09ST is its superior insulation. It utilizes vacuum insulation technology to keep food hot or cold for extended periods. This means you can enjoy a hot meal several hours after packing it, making it perfect for work, school, or outdoor activities. Users consistently praise its ability to maintain temperatures effectively throughout the day.Design and Build QualityCrafted from high-quality stainless steel, the lunch jar is robust and built to last. The exterior is sleek and modern, while the interior features nonstick coatings that facilitate easy cleaning and prevent odors from lingering. The lids and containers are well-designed to prevent leaks and spills, ensuring your food stays fresh and secure during transport.VersatilityThe Zojirushi ZONCE09ST is versatile, featuring multiple containers that allow you to pack different dishes separately. This is ideal for those who prefer to keep their food items separated until mealtime. Each container is microwave-safe for reheating convenience, although the lids should be removed beforehand.Ease of UseOperating the lunch jar is straightforward. The containers are easy to open and close securely, and the wide mouth design facilitates effortless packing and eating directly from the containers. Its compact size fits neatly into bags and backpacks without taking up excessive space.Additional FeaturesSome models of the Zojirushi ZONCE09ST include a carrying bag or strap for added convenience when transporting the lunch jar. This accessory makes it easier to carry and protects the exterior from scratches and bumps.Price and ValueWhile the Zojirushi ZONCE09ST is priced higher than average lunch boxes, its exceptional insulation performance, durable construction, and thoughtful design justify the investment. It provides reliable food storage and transport solutions for years, making it a worthwhile purchase for anyone who prioritizes quality and functionality.ConclusionIn conclusion, the Zojirushi ZONCE09ST Stainless Lunch Jar stands out as a top choice for individuals seeking a dependable and well-insulated lunch container. Its superior thermal retention, durable stainless steel build, and user-friendly design make it a preferred option for keeping meals hot or cold while on the go. Whether for daily use at work or school or for outdoor adventures, this lunch jar delivers on its promise of quality and performance.

Parfait. c'est le deuxième achat pour un cadeau car ce bento est très performant. Ensemble compact et bien fini.

Excelente aquisição, amando a possibilidade diária e transportar meus alimentos com segurança e sofisticação. Altamente recomendada.

Muy practico y muy satisfecho , mi comida de mantiene caliente , normalmente él alimento la empaco desde las 8 am y cuando decido comerla , alrededor de las 12:30pm, aún se siente caliente ! En relación a la función de bloqueo , lo único que no me gusto son las 2 pestañitas externas para cerrar el contenedor, no es de cerrado hermético , pero saber distribuir los alimentos dentro de los contenedores evita que estos se salgan fuera de todo el recipiente . Fuera de eso, muy practico y muy satisfecho con la inversión realizada .