In-depth review
Bentgo Kids Prints Lunch Box Review (2026)
In-depth review of the Bentgo Kids Prints lunch box: five leak-proof compartments, kid-friendly latches, drop-proof build, and where small portions fall short.
Bentgo Kids Prints 5-Compartment Bento-Style Lunch Box, Unicorn
The school-lunch standard: five leak-proof compartments in kid-sized portions, with a print kids actually want to carry.
Our verdict
The Bentgo Kids Prints is the best lunch box for most school families, because it gets the daily routine right: five compartments that actually seal, latches a young child can open alone, and a build that survives drops onto a school floor. It is small for older kids and it has no ice pack, but neither caveat changes the core judgement: this is the box to buy when one box must cover a young child's school lunch every day.
What we like
- Five compartments portioned for a total of 2.4 cups keep a main, sides, and a dip apart without mixing.
- Two kid-friendly latches are easy for small hands to open and close on their own at school.
- Rubber-coated edges and a drop-proof build survive the daily backpack treatment.
- The removable tray is microwave safe and top-rack dishwasher safe, so reheating and cleaning stay simple.
What to watch out for
- Compartments are small for older kids, and a full sandwich only just fits the largest section.
- The outer shell needs hand washing, so only the tray goes in the dishwasher.
- No ice pack is included, so cold foods need a separate pack on warm days.
- Repeated dishwasher heat can warp the tray slightly, which makes the latches harder to close.
Who it is for
Parents packing school lunches for ages 3 to 7 who want separate compartments that stay sealed in a backpack.
The compartments are the reason to buy it
Five compartments sound like a lot for a small box, but the split is the point: a main, two sides, a fruit section, and a dip well, each sealed on its own when the lid closes. That sealing is what keeps yogurt out of the crackers and fruit juice out of the sandwich, which is the difference between a lunch a child eats and a lunch that comes home untouched. The 2.4 cup total is portioned for a young appetite, not an adult one, and that is a feature for ages 3 to 7 rather than a flaw.
Latches, drops, and daily cleaning
The two latches are the part parents notice first: they are easy enough for a small child to open and close alone, which matters at a school table with no adult help. Rubber-coated edges take the drops that school life guarantees, and the removable tray goes in the microwave and the top rack of the dishwasher. The outer shell needs hand washing, which is the one daily chore this box adds, and repeated dishwasher heat can warp the tray enough to make the latches stiff.
How it stacks up
Against the Bentgo Kids Chill, the Prints box wins on a fifth compartment and simpler cleaning, while the Chill wins on keeping food cold. Against the Yumbox Original, Bentgo wins on a bigger main compartment, while Yumbox wins on a sixth compartment for grazers. Against the OmieBox, Bentgo wins on weight and dishwasher cleaning, while OmieBox wins on warm food.
What owners report
Commonly praised
- Five compartments keep every food in its own place until lunchtime
- latches open easily for small hands at the school table
- sturdy build survives daily drops onto the classroom floor
Common complaints
- Small portions run short for older or hungrier kids
- outer shell needs hand washing while only the tray goes in the dishwasher
- tray can warp with dishwasher heat and make the latches stiff
Recurring themes from owner reviews on retailers and forums, summarised by our editors. Updated October 2026.
Key specifications
- Compartments
- 5
- Capacity
- 2.4 cups
- Dimensions
- 8.5 x 6.5 x 2 in
- Ages
- 3 to 7 years
- Material
- BPA-free food-safe materials
- Care
- Removable tray microwave and top-rack dishwasher safe; hand wash outer shell
Also consider
Bentgo Kids Chill 4-Compartment Lunch Box with Built-In Ice Pack, Fuchsia/Teal
The cold-lunch fix: a built-in ice pack under the tray keeps yogurt and fruit cool until lunchtime, with no loose pack to lose.
- Compartments: 4
- Capacity: 3.33 cups
Yumbox Original Leakproof Bento Lunch Box, 6-Compartment Tray, Power Pink (Paris Tray)
Six small compartments for grazers: the picky-eater box that turns a little of everything into lunch.
- Compartments: 6
- Capacity: 3 cups
Research-based assessment. ThePickLedger has not hands-on tested this product; this evaluation synthesizes manufacturer specifications, retailer documentation, and published expert reviews.
Questions, answered
Does the Bentgo Kids Prints box leak?
The compartments seal well when the box is closed properly and not overfilled. Wet foods like yogurt and dips stay in their own section, but overfilling a compartment will press food against the lid seal and let it cross over, so pack to the fill line rather than to the brim.
Can my 4-year-old open it alone?
Yes, the two latches are designed for small hands, and most children in the 3 to 7 age range manage them alone. If the tray has warped slightly from dishwasher heat, the latches can feel stiffer, so hand washing the tray keeps them easy.
Is it big enough for a 7-year-old?
It suits most 7-year-olds, but a hungry older child may outgrow the 2.4 cup total. If lunch regularly comes home empty and your child is still hungry, move up to the Yumbox Panino or the PlanetBox Rover rather than overfilling this box.