Magnetic lunch boxes are worth the hype

The LunchEez is the best magnetic lunch box for kids, and if you want fun-to-open, the Bentgo Kids latch is the one.

The LunchEez is a bento-style box with a magnetic lid that clicks shut with a satisfying snap. That magnet is strong enough to hold the box closed in a backpack, but easy enough for a four-year-old to open. It has six compartments, so you can pack variety without the food touching. It’s also BPA-free and dishwasher-safe, which is the bare minimum from a money standpoint.

If your kid just wants something that’s fun to open, get the Bentgo Kids. It’s not magnetic, but it has a big spring-loaded latch that goes “click” and opens like a clamshell. It’s the closest thing to playing with a toy while eating lunch. Plus it has a nice sealed ring to keep leaks in check.

Either one beats a paper bag, but if you specifically want magnets, the LunchEez is the one you’ll actually end up buying.