Branded Lunch Boxes
The choice of material decides how a lunch box actually performs day to day. Recycled plastic keeps cost down for bulk staff packs. Stainless steel adds durability and, in double-walled designs, genuine insulation. Glass avoids staining and plastic taste, at the cost of extra weight.
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Quick Procurement Summary:
- Best For: Staff wellbeing packs, corporate gifting, schools and events.
- Materials: Recycled plastic, stainless steel and glass.
- Notable Brands: Mepal and Stanley.
- Branding Methods: Print, embroidery or applied labels, depending on material.
Written by Steve Ward, BusinessGiftUK.com · Last updated 14 July 2026
Material Decides How It Actually Performs
A lunch box isn’t a one-size-fits-all decision. Recycled plastic keeps unit cost low, which matters for a bulk staff pack, but it can pick up staining and odours over time. Stainless steel costs more but lasts far longer and, in double-walled designs, adds genuine insulation. Glass avoids plastic taste and staining entirely, at the cost of extra weight and fragility.
| Material | Trade-off | Best For | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recycled plastic | Lowest cost, can stain over time | Bulk staff packs, budget-conscious orders | Dovi 800ml recycled plastic lunch box |
| Stainless steel | Higher cost, genuinely durable | Long-term staff use, sometimes insulated | Doveron 500ml recycled stainless steel insulated lunch pot |
| Glass | No staining or plastic taste, heavier and fragile | Premium client or executive gifts | Roby 1000ml glass lunch box with bamboo lid |
Recognisable Brands
The Mepal Take-a-break lunch box and the Stanley Legendary food jar both carry genuine third-party brand recognition, useful when a corporate gift needs to feel like a considered choice rather than a generic giveaway.
Related Bag Categories
For keeping food or drink cold rather than just contained, see our cooler bags. For a bag to carry a lunch box in, browse our tote and shopping bags.
Lunch Box FAQs
Are branded lunch boxes dishwasher safe?
Many are, but this varies by material and product. Stainless steel and glass options are more consistently dishwasher safe than some plastic styles, so it’s worth checking individual product details.
What’s the difference between plastic, steel and glass lunch boxes?
Plastic keeps cost down but can stain over time, steel is more durable and sometimes insulated, and glass avoids staining and plastic taste entirely at the cost of extra weight.
Do you stock recognisable lunch box brands?
Yes, Mepal and Stanley both feature in this range.
Are lunch boxes suitable as a corporate gift?
Yes, lunch boxes are a popular practical corporate gift, particularly stainless steel and glass options for staff wellbeing packs or client gifting.
Can we order lunch boxes in bulk?
Yes, most styles are available for bulk ordering, with recycled plastic offering the lowest cost at volume.