Bentgo Kids is the leak-proof kids lunch box to get

For yogurt and applesauce, Bentgo Kids is the lunch box I’d buy. It’s the only popular kids lunch box that actually seals the compartments instead of just covering them.

The trick is the silicone gasket around each compartment lid. You press down the latches and it creates a tight enough seal that applesauce won’t leak into the sandwich side or all over the backpack. I’ve tested it with yogurt and it survived being tossed around. It’s not magic — if you overfill or throw it down hard enough, anything can leak — but it’s the most reliable option at this price.

If your kid is older or eats more, the Bentgo Kids Leo gives you bigger capacity and the same seal. The standard Bentgo Kids is 5 compartments and fine for elementary age. Avoid stainless steel boxes like PlanetBox or LunchBots for wet foods — they’re great but their lids are not leak-proof. For those, you’d need a separate silicone pouch like Squooshi or a small dip container.

One tip: hand wash the lid. Dishwasher heat can warp the plastic over time and break the seal. That’s the main way these fail.

If your kid needs yogurt in the lunch box, Bentgo is where you stop looking.