Side by Side Comparison of: Rubbermaid vs FINEDINE vs Pyrex vs InterDesign

Other than some of them containers being a lot smaller than I was expecting, these containers are great for leftovers.I have noticed that as with any plastic container, if you have an acid based product (like speg sauce) in them, they do stain. Not a deal breaker - if that is a problem, don't use plastic containers.The lids hold up in the dishwasher on the top rack without warping. They will warp if snapped on top of the container in the microwave. I haven't had a problem with the lids if it is placed at an angle on the container when heating which allows for venting.I like the snap together lids and that the lid will also snap on the bottom of the container when using for serving. It helps to keep your items together when at a picnic or party.The base line price point is okay but it is a super deal when they are on sale.

Rubbermaid Easy Find Lids Food Storage is awesome! They go in the fridge, microwave, freezer, dishwasher, lunch boxes....they never stain, never melt, never leak, seal air tight, can see what's in them, lids always fit...the stacking system for both lids and bowls is just wonderful. This Rubbermaid is the ONLY food storage I will use. I have about 200 pieces of this Rubbermaid from tiny to extra large, the extra large are great for when cooking family sized batches of food, taking to a cookout or something of that type; the small ones are great for lunches...they hold sandwiches, fruits, cheeses, soups, anything you need to store or to travel or put in a lunch. There is not a size or shape that you can't add to your Rubbermaid storage collection, and the ease of storing them in your cabinets is truly awesome. Very organized! I will never use any food storage that is not part of the Rubbermaid Easy Find Lids storage system.

I love these containers and the 42 piece set was a great way to start. They nest well together and the bottoms snap onto the lids for easy storage. They really save space in the drawer compared to the miscellaneous containers we had before. Multiple size containers share the same size lid size, so if you lose a lid you can probably still use another lid from the set. The 1.25 cup size is perfect for snacks in school lunches... I already ordered another 8 pack of this size. The smallest is good for things like hummus. They seem to seal well, so I don't expect any leaking. We put some juicy watermelon in them this week in lunches and no leak problems. They seem very durable and fit so much better in my dishwasher than an older set of round snack containers. I'm delighted with this purchase.PS Please don't microwave these or anything plastic. It releases chemicals from the plastic and goes into the food and air. Really not good for you. Use a glass or ceramic bowl with a plate over it if you need to steam something or prevent splatters during reheating.

I own a set of these Rubbermaid containers and just purchased another set for my mother. In the amount of time that I have had these, they have performed flawlessly. There have been no issues with leaking and they are very easy to wash. I must point out that I do wash my containers by hand and the few times that I have put them in the microwave on 80% power, there have been no issues.One of the main reasons I purchased these is because my previous Lock and Lock containers were growing mold under the elastic in the lid. This was a pain as I would have to dig this out with a knife every time I needed to wash the container. With the Rubbermaid lid, there is nothing extra in the lid so washing is easy and there is no chance for mold to grow.I am very pleased with the performance of these containers and I have also purchased the larger sizes on their own. I would highly recommend them.

I love this set of tupperware! I was gifted a set for Christmas and loved how all the lids stacked and connected to each other or connected to the bottom of the containers. The lids are easy to get on and off but sturdy enough to keep liquid in. They saved so much room inside my cabinet that I decided to toss all my other tupperware and purchase another set. I ordered the 42 piece set and this particular set comes with a lot of small sized containers which I think are great for salads, soups, or small lunches to take to work, and the itty bitty ones are great for dressings, or almonds for a snack. If you're looking for large storage containers for large meals, you'll only get a few in this set so you might want to order a different set that has the larger versions. I myself use these in place of ziplock bags as well and they work perfectly for everything I need.I would recommend NOT microwaving this set because they tend to change colors or absorb the liquid inside and can sometimes warp if microwaved too long, but I would recommend everyone not microwave any kind of plastics because it is just bad for your health in general.They do hold up well inside a standard temp dishwasher on the top rack, and I've never had any warp or melt on me.Highly recommended!

We, like many other households, suffered from a huge massive pile of random containers (old tupperware, containers from friends bringing stuff for potlucks that we kept and never returned like horrible people, and lots of "we'll totally re-use this pho soup container again and save the world!"). Most had long ago lost lids, some were melted and warped from trial and error in the microwave, and many had a strange film on them that would never be scrubbed off.Basically, we were animals and only had two containers with lids in regular leftover rotation. The leftovers struggle was real as we had to sacrifice many meals due to improper storage. Also, we are grown adults and needed to get our kitchen in order after being totally upstaged at every houseparty we went to, bearing our potluck offerings in a mish mosh of takeaway boxes and warped plastic covered in foil. We are in our 30's for chrissakes.This set came up on sale on Amazon and I got it! It's been a few months now, and we've diligently kept track of each and every piece and it's lid. The lids really do snap together and make it easy to find the right size and store them in a non-obnoxious way. The sizes in this set are awesome and offer a lot of options for small bits (like hummus, nuts or salad dressing on the go) to large enough for leftovers for two meals. Perfect to throw in a lunch bag, too! It's still plastic... but hasn't gotten any staining on it from heavy use. Seems to microwave just fine. Next time we'll probably upgrade to pyrex to be really fancy, but these containers are a really good bargain!

If you need a set of basic Tupperware containers, these do the job. The main attraction of this product to me was the fact that there are limited lid sizes, so I'm not constantly digging through a pile of lids to find the slightly smaller/larger version for a specific container. It makes storage and use relatively easy. They are also stackable which is nice and saves space in my fridge when I have a lot of leftovers.I am giving them four stars however because I'm not sure if it's just me or my dishwasher, but despite being dishwasher safe, I have noticed they have clouded after dishwasher use. I'm not quite sure why, but it does concern me slightly. Also it is important to note that I have not tried these in the microwave, as other reviewers have. I don't like the idea of any plastic going in the microwave, especially if it involves food, so I have not tried it and probably won't. So if you're like me and don't plan on using these in the microwave, they will work fine for your kitchen.

Excellent basic storage selection. I did have to return and get the kit replaced as there were 4 pieces missing in the initial delivery I received. But as always returning and replacing with Amazon is a hassle free project. Cannot beat the price as a Prime deal either. These are basic storage containers and I would not recommend using any plastic container in the microwave. When it comes to microwaving food, I always use glass containers, regardless of whether the containers say microwave safe or not. There are countless articles that explain why food should not be reheated in plastic containers regardless of whether they are BPA free or not. Acidic foods such as tomato soup will stain and ruin these as well as other plastic containers. Heating and cooling will break down the plastic and chemicals in the plastic. BPA is not the only chemical used in plastic. Acidic foods will exacerbate this by "eating" into the plastic which is why if you've ever heated up tomato soup in a plastic container, you're left with red stains you can't seem to wash off. But for normal storage use you can't beat this deal for the amount of containers you get. The lids seal tight and the various sizes accommodate my lunch box requirements!Sizes (42 Piece):5 - 4oz5 - 1.25 cups5 - 2 cups2 - 3 cups2 - 5 cups2 - 7 cupsAnd lids for all corresponding sizes.

I've been using this type and brand of containers for over 15 years. Every year I have to buy a new set or two but they work pretty well. If you're debating whether to get this or a glass set, this is a better choice based on my experiences. The plastic set is better for people bringing food to work or school.Pros:1) SafetyIt's safer to carry around plastic than glassware. These won't break if you accidentally drop them at room temperature. However, if the containers are frozen, use caution to not drop them because the edges will shatter and break off. Several of my frozen containers fell while I was putting them back into the freezer and broke off. I was thankful I was wearing shoes or I would've cut my feet when the containers bounced.2) Variety & StackingI got the 42 pc and 50 pc sets and they come with multiple sizes. I don't use all of the containers often but it's nice to have a variety. I do wish there were more 3 cup sizes. The 42 pc set seemed to have the best/highest 3 cup containers. These cups nest and stack nicely. It helps save space, especially in small kitchens like mine.3) PriceI got the 42 pc set for $14,99 through Amazon as part of their Black Friday deal so it was very affordable. I got 2 sets.Cons:1) Stains, bubbles, and warpThese stain fairly easily (tomato sauce, curry, and other colorful stuff). They also warp easily depending on the microwave and how you heat them up. If you're using the lid to cover while heating up, make sure to always vent the container. As far as chemical seepage from plastics go, don't microwave on high for long periods without stirring. As other reviewers have said, microwaves have hot spots and that's how you end up with burned/bubbled and warped plastics.2) LeaksThe lids are great for dryer foods. The lids stay on securely. Foods that are more liquid, like soups will leak. The more liquid they are, the more likely they will leak. My solution is to freeze liquid food so you won't have a problem during transport. It helps tremendously if you're a student carrying lunch around. Also put containers inside a plastic bag to contain possible leaks.3) CleaningThe containers are really hard to clean when there's high grease food involved. The lids themselves are REALLY hard to clean because they have grooves that keep them securely in place. If washing lids by hand, you will have to use a paper towel or napkin along with a spoon, fork, toothpick, etc. to get into the greasy crevices before you can wash with soap. You also have to wipe the container with a paper towel or napkin to remove the high grease before washing . Otherwise you can spend a lot of time going over and over with the sponge & a lot of soap and it'll still be dirty (you can feel and see the grime with a swipe of a finger). A dish washing brush also works but not as effectively and takes longer. Using a dishwasher tends to clean the lids better because of the high temperature.4) Sizes of containersThese sets include too many containers that aren't very useful, like the really small or very large ones (0.5 cup, 1.25 cup, 9 cup, and 14 cup). I feel like they're just fillers to bump up the number of items included in the set.If you use the 0.5 cup as spice or condiment containers, you'll accumulate a ton of these over the years since they last forever when you don't heat them up. I'd rather have more of the 2 cups and 3 cups containers. I make a lot of food and freeze them for the week because of my schedule. The 2 cup is good for soups (thawed) and 3 cup is good for storing everything including soups. If there was a set of just the 2 cups and/or 3 cup containers, I'd buy them but sadly they don't make them. I'm stuck with a bunch of containers that I don't use and takes up a lot of space.Experiences with glass sets:I got tired of having to replace this plastic set every year due to color stains, smells, and warp so I bought the Rubbermaid glass containers as a replacement. The glass version was of low quality. The actual glass looked sturdy enough but the several of the lids (5 out of 20) were warped upon arrival. The lids that did not warp some did not fit on the glass at all (can't close 1 corner no matter how you rotate) and the ones that did fit on the glass leaked. Also, the lids that do fit are hard to remove which makes it very easy to drop and break the glass containers. The Pyrex glassware set has different lids that are easier to open but they are not leak proof. The Anchor brand has even cheaper glass and plastic so I didn't even get those. Glass sets are good to use at home only since the lids leak a lot. You'd just use them as storage sets not as portable sets.Overall:The Rubbermaid plastic container set is good for travel use. For the price of current sales, they are great deals to get. They are moderately leak proof and nest nicely with each other, helping to save space.

I purchased my first set of these almost exactly a year ago and have just purchased another set (i love when they have them on sale). There weren't as many reviews on them the first time I purchased them but after a year of use I feel like I should leave a review as well.Overall I give them four out of five stars for the following:Pros- Price- the lids snap together- no leaks- you can freeze, microwave, and wash them in the dishwasher- made in the usaCons- you can't microwave the lid without it warping somewhat- when dropped I have had edges break off- they stain rather easily and I have had some of the actual containers melt/plastic bubbleThey store food relatively well and despite a few flaws (that you'd expect with any set of plastic storage- if you don't want staining/occasional melting problems I would suggest paying the 3x more for a glass set) I've only had to throw out maybe three of them. Ultimately for the price I think they are a pretty decent plastic storage set, which is why I've ordered a second set while on sale. I can't imagine you'd expect these to be super fantastic end-all be-all storage containers (especially for the reasonable price) but I do think they work well for my family and make it super easy to freeze lunches for my husband or store leftovers.

We were concerned about using so many plastic bags, for environmental and economical, reasons so the wife and I decided to purchase a lot of these. They're great! While we still keep plastic bags for items that don't fit and things we want to send away with guests, we hardly use the plastic any more.Pros:-Price-Interlocking lids and stackability makes them super convenient to store and keep track of-Lightweight-Lids lock tightCons:-Plastic can become corroded and/or stained by acidic foods, not to mention it doesn't withstand cutting-Color of the lids can fade-Like most plastic, it doesn't weather well in the microwaveSo long as you're sure to rinse these out after use, don't let items dry, and don't microwave or dishwash them, they last a really long time. My first set I bought 4 years ago and they look almost as good as new -- the major difference is the color of the lids does fade.-Kind of flimsy for freezer storage -- I wouldn't recommend keeping things the freezer in these for very long

Only thing that could make this better is if it came with 2 more of the larger containers and two more of the meal-sized ones, so that I could pack 4 meals and not need to mix-match with my other containers. Other than that, they are very convenient, I like that it even comes with really small ones for if you want to bring along a sauce or maybe your favorite dressing. It's awesome. The lids are very secure, I have gone on long bike rides with these packed in my bag and have not experienced a single leak or had to worry about the containers coming open. I also like that you can stack them, makes it easy to store them in my bag as well as in the fridge.Unlike some of the other reviewers, I have not experienced staining in mine when warming things up. Maybe it's the heat settings on your particular microwave or something? I dunno. I've even warmed it with red things and red sauces in them and had no issue getting them clean and clear again. But that could also be because I clean them immediately after I use them rather than letting them set in the sink for a while. None of the Rubbermaid items I've owned thus far have had this problem (I have some of their other stuff too), not even their much cheaper items.

They were ok, some were a little smaller than I expected...

These were on sale and I was really excited to get so many at such a great price. They're made well and the lids fit perfectly on the container. Stacking them with the lids on the bottom works pretty well, but sometimes it's hard to pull just one lid off the bottom.My main complaint is with the sizes included. There doesn't really seem to be a good size for a sandwich or a salad. The jump from mid-sized ones to really large ones is very big, so I end up squishing things into the medium size. I could put them in the larger size, but then it's kind of bulky and the food sloshes around inside. The tiny ones don't come in handy very often, either.

I bought these for taking my lunch to work. The sizes you get in this set are kind of odd. You get over half of them really condiment holding sized, and only a few larger pieces for meals or packing lunches. A couple will fit a sandwich and the other larger ones are good for leftovers. It feels sizing was done this way to up the selling point for quantity, but even so, the usable sizes you do get are plentiful for the price point, which is why I got them. But still, not sure what to do with 10 condiment sized containers….

This is a nice set, and having the covers snap to the containers is a great idea. There are just a couple of things I would like to point out. The 1st one is pretty obvious; this is a 42 piece set, but keep in mind that 21 of those pieces are covers so you are only getting 21 containers. The 2nd one is that 5 of the 21 containers are half cup (4 ounce) capacity and are TINY (IMHO). These 5 containers might be great if you want to take salad dressing to work with you, but there aren't a lot of leftovers that only consist of 4 ounces. Other than my disappointment with the 5 tiny containers, I'm hoping this will be a good purchase and enable us to get rid of the pile of miss fitting containers we now have.

PROs: Quality plastic and rubber lids. Leaves no stains due to certain foods (tomato sauce, etc.). Lids seal extra tight, so difficult for leaks. Plastic containers are not clear, but this is a positive, because those clear plastic ones always end up with cracks and chips; these are more malleable and definitely more durable. The tops of the lids snap nicely to the bottom of the same size containers, so this is a nice space-saving feature for storage in your cabinets or wherever.CONs: Too many little containers versus the larger ones that people actually use more. For example, for leftovers to bring to lunch to work the next day or elsewhere, who is truly going to get their hunger satisfied by eating the minute amount of food that barely fits into a yogurt cup-sized container? No thanks, but I do not want to lug around 5 or 6 of these small containers to eat a simple meal. Additionally, as stated previously, these lids seal very tightly, so for some people with less hand-strength and dexterity (i.e., the elderly, kids, and certain women), snapping on these lids completely and/or prying them open to get to your goodies may require some extra effort or help.Overall, a nice set for the price (less than an Andrew Jackson note). Just wish they would provide more ample-sized containers in lieu of all those many, tiny little ones that most of us hardly ever use and are left collecting dust in our cupboards.

They're pretty good, and I would have given them four stars, but what I don't like about them is that when you microwave tomato sauce or ramen noodle soup or anything like that in these containers, they seem to become damaged. They get this white film on them in the inside, and its almost like they burn a little bit or something like that and become permanently damaged. Its a little hard to describe, so I included a picture. I haven't abused these things in any way. A few minutes in the microwave shouldnt be too much punishment for these things to bear, I wouldnt think (it looks dirty in the picture but its not and i've scraped at them so its obvious that its like, melted, into the plastic or something) Other than that, they're pretty good. You just sorta have to watch what you microwave in these things, which defeats the purpose somewhat right? I mean, if you're putting leftovers in here, or taking them to work, you're more than likely going to want to pull the lid off and stick it in the microwave right? Anyway, they're alright otherwise.

Loved the set becasue of all the features of it being a very uniform set with lids that snap together to make it easy to store away in what could be a messy drawer. Perfect for meal planning and snack for the little ones. Until recently, one of the big containers melted in the microwave. And then hardened into some weird un-usable shape; container and lid. I thought these were microwaveable, now I haven't microwaved one since and I'm down one container. Not sure if the heat could contaminate the food. Bit bummed out since it was a size I use very often.Overall these the Rubbermaid containers are great for organized neat freaks like me but just don't microwave it.

I've owners these for a few months, and I can't say that I agree with the 5 star reviews. I'm clearly an outlier, but I find this set very disappointing.The good - They are very inexpensive. They are thick, heavy, and sturdy plastic. They do nest well. So far, there have been no problems with stains.The not so good - I find the seal to be relatively poor. They are bulky (in my opinion). The rounded shape and super smooth surface make them difficult to easily grab out of the fridge or cabinet (maybe this just me). The lids don't reliably snap together, which is advertised as a feature.Overall, I liked the inexpensive set of 'use and dispose' storage containers that these replaced quite a bit better. I'll be going back to those, or finding a different replacement set.

This is a second tier Rubbermaid set. And not the ones you get at Costco, etc. Very similar to cheap "As Seen on TV" products that have poorer seal tops that are a harder plastic. The container is a soft plastic. Works but is not the higher quality Rubbermaid product.Suggest you comparison shop at Costco, Target and Walmart in order to get the Item Number of the container you like.This review is for 1880801. Make sure the good/favorable product reviews are on this product number. They look the same as the better one.

These are not the Premier quality that you buy at Costco for $25. These are a much lesser quality. I would have returned them, but since the cost to return was half the cost of the product, I will donate these to a school.These lids do not attach to the Premier lids, the containers are slightly different.

I would have given this item 5 stars had it arrived with ALL the components. This particular order was missing the 5 .5 containers. We had the lids but no containers. I found it actually pretty funny. We dont see much of a need for the .5 containers seeing as they are Extremely small for us but nonetheless we paid for them and didnt receive them. We dont want to go through the hassle of returning and getting them replaced so we just left it as is. You should double check the items when they arrive.

these are supposed to be both Microwave and Dishwasher Safe - I used for folding Thanksgiving left overs. I put them in the microwave to heat the leftovers up and then in the dishwasher to wash. Several of them now have that white bubbling damage to their internal surfaces, I didn't overly heat in the microwave and the dishwasher was on a normal setting ... rather disappointed !!

When a third of this set can't fit a single egg in it ..... it's not practical.

The containers easily stain, when storing tomato based products. After a wash in the dishwasher the containers appear to have been etched, like someone has put acid on them. Very disappointed with Rubbermaid. Ended up tossing them in the trash

Product looks great except it didn't include the smallest containers, only the lids for it. I look forward to someone responding to me so I may receive them in a separate package.

I was disappointed with this set. I thought for sure Rubbermaid would be a good and well known brand to go with for new containers. I don't know if I got a defective set, but the lids won't stay on the containers. I have had multiple times where my food is spilled in my lunch because the lids don't stay on and went to grab containers out of the fridge and the lid won't be on it securely anymore. Really disappointed in this product. :(

I was under the impression that it was crystal clear. It's not, they are the foggy milky color. Nothing like what I bought at Costco!!

We were very exited to recieve this, (I know food storage, but still, stackable and a great price.) but after less than a month and 1 use,, the large one has already developed a crack in the bottom rendering it useless (it has not ben dropped and it was washed per instructions). If that is the level of quality for this product, then it is not worth any price paid for it, save your money.