PlanetBox Reviews
PlanetBox has an overall rating of 3.7 based on 53 reviews. Customer feedback on PlanetBox is mixed: PlanetBox reviewers highlight positive aspects like durable and eco-friendly materials, customizable designs, easy to clean, promotes healthy eating, which strongly appeal to health-conscious parents, environmentally aware consumers, families seeking meal prep solutions. However, PlanetBox is often criticized for its higher price point, limited size options, some users report difficulty with leaks, heavier than expected.
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All PlanetBox Reviews (53)
KateTirk_33
May 24, 2026
"Makes lunch packing way easier"
I mostly remember how much easier lunch prep has been since getting this. My kid seems to eat more, and I’m using way fewer baggies, which is a win. I’m sure there were little things I had to figure out at first, but apparently my brain deleted those because now it just fits our routine really well.
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NicoleJames_67
May 22, 2026
"Nice lunchbox for school"
I got a planetbox for my kid’s lunches, and overall I like it. It’s easy to pack in the school bag, and the flat shape is really convenient since it doesn’t take up awkward space. It is a bit heavier than I expected once it has food in it, but it’s still fine for everyday use. Not super light, but a solid lunchbox. I’d give it 4 stars.
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frances1985
May 22, 2026
"Nice stainless steel lunchbox, latch could be better"
I do like that this lunchbox is stainless steel and not plastic, it just feels better for my kid’s food. It’s solid too. But the latch is a little tough to close, and I sometimes worry about fingers getting pinched. The size is fine, and I like the cleaner feel of it, but then the edges and the closing part don’t feel quite as kid-friendly as I hoped. Overall it’s okay, I just wish it was a bit easier and safer for little hands...
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SCHULLE
May 20, 2026
"Pretty happy with it so far"
We’ve had our PlanetBox for, I don’t know, a few months now, and it’s been really good overall. I’ve packed stuff like yogurt, berries, pasta with sauce, that kind of thing, and so far nothing has leaked all over the bag. My kid definitely doesn’t treat their backpack gently, either, so that’s kind of impressive. It’s also easy to rinse out when we get home. Just a solid lunchbox, honestly.
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johnlawhorne5204
May 06, 2026
"I ordered from PlanetBox and had a question…"
I ordered from PlanetBox and had a question about my delivery, mostly because I just wanted a little reassurance that everything was on track. Unfortunately, getting a response was really frustrating. I emailed twice and waited several days without hearing anything, which made me feel more unsure. When they finally replied, it didn’t really seem like they had read my message carefully and it felt like a generic answer. I do like the idea of the product, but the customer service was just too slow and not very helpful for me. I’d be hesitant to order again if I thought I might need support.
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arthur-Dooley
May 05, 2026
"Works Better Than I Expected"
I thought it was just okay at first, but honestly, no, it actually cleans well. I haven’t had any issues with it so far, and it does what I need without any hassle.
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dana1971
April 27, 2026
"I’ve only had it for a bit, so…"
I’ve only had it for a bit, so I don’t want to overhype it yet, but it does feel sturdy and well put together. For the price, I think it’s fair to say the build quality is better than I expected.
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JackRucker_75
April 15, 2026
"I really wanted to like this…"
I really wanted to like this, and it works fine enough, but the cleanup is... not great. Food gets stuck in all the little edges and I’m standing there trying to scrape it out when I’m already late, so yeah. It just doesn’t feel like a quick morning thing. Maybe if you have more patience than me, but for busy mornings, not really worth it
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hello_kathryn203
April 14, 2026
"Works Fine, Just a Bit Pricey"
It works fine and does what I need it to do, but it just ended up costing more than I was hoping to spend...
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hello_clayton384
April 09, 2026
"I got a PlanetBox for my…"
I got a planetbox for my kid mostly because I was getting tired of tossing a million little plastic bags in the trash every week, which apparently was just our normal routine for way too long. So far, it’s actually been really good. It’s easy to pack, easy to wash, and I like that it’s metal instead of plastic, because shocking as it may be, I’d prefer something that doesn’t feel like it’s going to fall apart after a month. It definitely isn’t cheap, because of course it isn’t, but I do feel better using it every day. There’s way less waste in the lunch bag now, so I’ll take the win.
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charlesbackhaus0871
April 06, 2026
"Works Fine So Far"
No rust yet... and it’s been working just fine so far. Happy with it overall...
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EdwinGonzales
April 01, 2026
"The box itself is nice and does the…"
The box itself is nice and does the job, but the lid doesn’t always sit right for us. Sometimes when it’s in the bag it feels a little loose.. not a huge deal, just kind of annoying.
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henry.Bernd
March 29, 2026
"I really liked this box when…"
I really liked this box when we first got it, and it seemed like it was going to work out well. But after a few months, the seals started getting loose and then it was leaking in my kid’s bag, which was super frustrating. For the price, I expected it to last longer than that. Having to replace those parts so soon is kind of annoying, especially when it’s just not what I thought it would be.
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Joseph_roche83
March 18, 2026
"I still remember opening my kid’s lunch…"
I still remember opening my kid’s lunch bag after school and finding everything jumbled together and sticky. These magnets and pods have made such a difference. Lunches stay sorted, there’s way less mess, and I don’t get that little sinking feeling when I unzip the bag anymore.
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amanda_Rickard01
March 10, 2026
"It stays shut well, which is really…"
It stays shut well, which is really what most of us are looking for. The only thing I’ve noticed is that it can feel a little stiff sometimes, but overall it does the job.
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Lois_ash00
March 05, 2026
"Nice Colors and Everyone Felt Included"
We picked up the purple one for my daughter and the blue one for my son, and both colors look really nice in person without being too bright. It felt fair that they each got a color they liked, and that made mornings a little easier for all of us.
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ClaudeSousa_44
February 25, 2026
"Heads up: the box arrived dented"
Just a warning for anyone ordering this, my box showed up dented. Luckily, the items inside were fine and nothing seemed damaged, but the packaging definitely took a hit during shipping.
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RichardHinkle
February 21, 2026
"Worth the Price"
I’ll be honest, I thought this lunch box was a little pricey at first, and I almost talked myself out of it. But after using it for a while, it actually feels fair for what you get. It’s sturdy, easy to clean, and I’m not constantly replacing cheap ones anymore, which was unnecessary. Shipping was fine too. Overall, I’d say the quality matches the price.
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hello_eva457
February 17, 2026
"Cute personalized lunchbox, but I’m tired of limited options"
I ordered from planetbox mostly because I wanted to personalize my kid’s lunchbox. Adding his name was easy, and the designs were cute without feeling over the top, which I appreciated because I’m worn out from having to sort through endless “custom” stuff that all starts to look the same. The box turned out really nice, and my son was excited when he saw his name on it. It’s also been helpful at school since it’s less likely to get mixed up with someone else’s. I’m giving it 4 stars because I do wish there were a few more color and font choices. Overall though, I’m happy with it and glad I got it.
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Rebecca_buckingham77
February 14, 2026
"Actually handy for lunches"
I didn’t really think the compartment layout would make that much of a difference, but it does. Packing my kid’s lunch is easier now, and they can see everything at once instead of digging around. The food doesn’t get all squished together, and I’m using way fewer little bags, which I guess is a win. The sections are practical too, fruit, crackers, sandwich stuff, all with its own spot. It’s simple, but I have to admit it works really well.
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