PlanetGoods Square Glass Food Storage 6-Piece Set vs Square Glass Food Storage Containers
Buy the PlanetGoods 6-piece set if you want all-glass lids and a stackable set for meal prep; it costs $34.97 as of November 1. Buy the Gibson Home square glass containers if you want a cheaper, oven-safe container with a strong snap seal; the price ranged from $5.00 to $23.99 between November 1 and 2. The PlanetGoods set has the higher rating but only 10 ratings, while the Gibson set has 87 ratings at 4.5.
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PlanetGoods Square Glass Food Storage 6-Piece Set
4.8Choose the PlanetGoods Square Glass Food Storage 6-Piece Set if you want glass lids with no plastic touching your food and a set that nests and stacks neatly in the fridge.
Pros
- All-glass lids, so no plastic touches food
- Borosilicate glass goes from freezer to microwave to dishwasher
- Nests and stacks well, especially with multiple sets
- Clear lids let you see contents without opening
Cons
- Lid is hard to seal; pressing two corners can loosen the others
- The six-piece count is really three containers plus three lids
- Only 10 ratings so far
What separates them
| PlanetGoods Square Glass Food Storage 6-Piece Set | Square Glass Food Storage Containers | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $34.97 as of November 1 | $5.00 to $23.99 between November 1 and 2 |
| Lid material | Clear glass lids with silicone seals | Plastic snap lids with a silicone ring |
| Oven safe | Not stated; freezer, microwave and dishwasher only | Glass base oven safe to 450°F without the lid |
| Set contents | 3 containers and 3 lids | 2 containers and 2 lids in the description; 4 pieces listed elsewhere |
| Seal strength | Buyers say the lid is hard to seal tightly | Buyers say the seal is strong, sometimes hard to release |
| Ratings | 4.8 out of 5 from 10 ratings | 4.5 out of 5 from 87 ratings |
| Sizes | Three same-size square containers |
Price history
$34.97$5.00
- PlanetGoods Square Glass Food Storage 6-Piece Set: lowest $34.97 on Nov 1 at PlanetBox; $34.97 on Nov 2.
- Square Glass Food Storage Containers: lowest $5.00 on Nov 2 at ModeSens.
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Specs compared
| Spec | PlanetGoods Square Glass Food Storage 6-Piece Set | Square Glass Food Storage Containers |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Glass | Borosilicate glass and LFGB-certified silicone |
| Dishwasher Safe | Yes | Yes |
| Set | Yes | Yes |
| Freezer Safe | Yes | Yes |
| Color | Clear | — |
| Use | Meal Prep | — |
| Count | 6 pieces | — |
| Medium dimensions | — | 7.13 × 7.13 × 2.25 in |
| Large dimensions | — | 8.38 × 8.38 × 2.63 in |
| Small weight | — | 1.88 lb (0.85 kg) |
What reviewers say
PlanetGoods Square Glass Food Storage 6-Piece Set
Buyers rate it 4.8 out of 5 from 10 ratings and call it sturdy, easy to clean and good for cutting plastic use. The main complaint is the lids, which take effort to seal properly.
Pros
- Well made and sturdy
- Stacks and nests well, especially with multiple sets
- All glass including lids, no plastic
- Easy to use and clean
Cons
- Lid is difficult to seal tightly
- Pressing two corners can loosen the others
- Six-piece label feels misleading since lids are counted
Square Glass Food Storage Containers
Rated 4.5 out of 5 from 87 ratings. Owners like the strong seal, the oven-to-freezer versatility, and the heavy-duty feel of the glass. The main complaint is that the seal is so tight the lid takes effort to pull off.
Pros
Questions and answers
- Which is better for oven use?
- The Gibson Home set. Its glass base is oven safe to 450°F without the lid. The PlanetGoods set is listed for freezer, microwave and dishwasher only.
- Which has the better lid?
- The Gibson Home lid seals harder, though buyers say it can be hard to release. PlanetGoods lids are all glass but buyers report trouble sealing them tightly.
- Is the PlanetGoods set worth the extra money?
- If you want glass lids and no plastic near food, yes. At $34.97 as of November 1 it costs more than the Gibson Home range of $5.00 to $23.99.
- Which is better for meal prep and lunches?
- Both work. PlanetGoods gives you three same-size square containers that stack neatly. Gibson Home gives you a 31 oz and a 65 oz container, better for big batches.
- How many containers do you actually get?
- PlanetGoods gives three containers with three lids. The Gibson Home description says two containers with two lids, though other listings say four pieces.
- Which has more reliable reviews?
- Gibson Home, with 87 ratings at 4.5 out of 5. PlanetGoods has a higher 4.8 but from only 10 ratings.
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