10 Best Lunch Bags for Adults of 2023

This freezable lunch bag from PackIt is the best choice if you want to keep your food cold without having to carry around separate ice packs. All you have to do is collapse the lunch bag and freeze it overnight! Offered in multiple designs, this pick is as useful for adults as it is for kids. The flexible material makes it simple to fit in a book bag, or you can use the buckle that's built into the handle to clip it to a tote or stroller. Our pros like that this model features a wider base than other models to make it easier to pack containers, and a zip closure helps trap cold air inside as well as prevent accidental spills.

Deputy Editor Sarah Wharton uses PackIt's Hampton Lunch Bag style and likes its large capacity and long-lasting insulation and notes that the interior is easy to wipe clean.

Offered in several colors and patterns, this lunch bag is as stylish as it is affordable. One of our experts says “this lunch bag has lasted for years and fits more food than you’d think. It’s super easy to wash when it gets dirty, and I love how the handles are the perfect size for carrying it around NYC.”

It’s made from an insulating material that helps keep your salads cold, and it also comes with a convenient zippered closure. It even includes an extra front pocket so you can fit your phone or utensils inside!

Hydro Flask knows how to keep things cool, and this large insulated cooler bag will do just that. It has a fully lined interior to help keep your meal warm or cool, and the exterior coated fabric is durable and waterproof, according to Hydro Flask.

We like how the tote has a flat bottom to help keep everything upright and that the bag is big enough to store a few small groceries items on your way home (especially in the 20 or 35 liter size). If you’re looking for a more traditional, structured lunch bag with a handle, you can also opt for this 8L Hydro Flask insulated lunch bag.

OXO's lunch bag tote is as practical as it gets. Though we wish it was offered in more colors, we love that it comes with long straps so you can comfortably sling your lunch on your shoulders. It’s insulated to keep everything cool and has a roomy interior to fit your lunch and more with an expandable top section. For extra storage, there’s an exterior pocket that can fit little treats, utensils and condiments.

The Kitchen Appliances and Innovation Lab experts love that this adult lunch bag is affordable, lightweight and easy to carry. It’s a practical pick that easily fits all sorts of containers and snacks inside, and it includes a zipper to keep items from falling out while you’re rushing to the office.

Since it’s made from flexible neoprene material, this lunch box is easy to stuff into a larger bag or backpack; plus, it’ll help keep your food cool or warm. Best of all, it comes in several fun colors and patterns and can even be thrown in the wash should anything accidentally spill.

Our experts love that with a detachable shoulder strap in addition to the handle, this lunch box is extremely portable. The main compartment is insulated to help keep foods cool. It even comes with extra pockets to organize everything. While our pros found it a bit narrow and not the best lunch box for soups or liquids that need to be kept upright, we love its classic, sleek design.

If you want a lunch bag that flaunts your style, this selection from Vera Bradley is for you. It includes an insulated lining as well as slip pockets for ice packs so your lunch can stay cold, but what our experts love most are the cheerful, colorful patterns. Its lightweight and unstructured shape also make it extremely easy to shove in your bag once you’ve emptied it. On top of being easy to carry around with a handle, it’s machine washable.

Need to pack lunch for the family? Grab this roomy lunch bag, which has space for lunch, snacks and nine beverage cans. It’s perfect for tailgates or picnics in the park and is easy to carry thanks to an adjustable shoulder strap. Our experts love that there’s a plastic liner inside that keeps this lunch bag upright and that it’s a breeze to remove for easy cleaning.

A salad container is the perfect lunch box for adults looking for a convenient way to meal prep. Every layer stacks neatly on top of one another, making it easy to take this container on-the-go and a leak-proof design and airtight lid help keep your lunch secure. We love that there’s a separate compartment for your salad dressing and toppings so you can keep everything fresh and mix it in when you’re ready to eat, though some online consumers wish the principal container was a bit larger.

Our pros like that a reusable fork is included, and everything is dishwasher-safe so you can throw it into the dishwasher after work. If you’re looking for fewer compartments we also recommend the Bentgo Classic, a bento-style lunch box with two containers.

The experts at the Good Housekeeping Institute are already fans of the highly functional Luncher bag from Modern Picnic, but we all know that a backpack is oftentimes the most comfortable hands-free option.

The Backpack lets you carry your lunch to work along with any personal belongings. It comes in a stylish vegan leather material, features magnetic closures for easy access and includes an insulated interior compartment so your food and beverages stay cool. Our Media & Tech lab pros were fond of the padded laptop sleeve, which is separated from the insulated compartment in case of any spills.

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