Reusable Sandwich Bags & Zip Lock Bags

Yes. Spixal reusable sandwich bags are made from food-safe silicone that's BPA-free and phthalate-free.

Use the bags for the foods and storage methods covered by their product instructions. Being reusable means they need a thorough wash and complete drying between uses, especially around the zip closure. Check the seal before packing and replace a damaged bag rather than relying on it to contain a wet food. The material description is separate from heating suitability, so do not assume the bag can go into every appliance.

Yes. Each bag is 16 x 18 x 2cm and holds 700ml, enough for a full sandwich or wrap, and the airtight zip seal keeps it soft until lunchtime.

Check the shape of your usual bread or wrap against the bag's dimensions, especially if you pack a thick roll or a generously filled sandwich. Leave the top clear so the zip can close fully without squeezing the filling out. A sandwich bag can travel beside a small fruit container when you do not need a full bento. Keep it away from heavy items in the school bag that could flatten the lunch.

Yes. Put them in the dishwasher, or wash them in warm soapy water and rinse.

Open the bag fully and rinse away crumbs and filling before washing. Clean along the zip closure and into the bottom corners, where small bits of food can remain. Rinse if washing by hand and leave it open to dry. Check the bag after a dishwasher cycle too; a folded section may need attention. The next lunch should go into a clean, dry bag with a closure that seals normally.

Stand them open, upside down, so air can get inside, and let them dry fully before sealing them away.

Arrange the bag so both the base and opening have airflow, rather than leaving the sides pressed together. Check the bottom corners before putting it in the cupboard; the outside can feel dry while moisture remains inside. Keep it open until it is fully dry, then store it with the other lunch pieces. Having a spare bag can make this easier when washing happens late in the evening.

Yes. They're freezer safe, so they work for meal prep, frozen fruit and snacks made ahead.

Choose foods that freeze and thaw well, leave room where the contents may expand and label what you have packed. A reusable bag does not change the storage life of the food inside it. Plan how and when it will thaw, particularly for a school lunch. Keep wet fillings away from bread where possible, or pack them separately, so the sandwich texture still suits the person eating it.

Yes. Ziploc, ziplock, zip lock or snap lock, they all describe a bag with a zip seal. Ours are silicone, so they're washed and used again instead of thrown away.

The useful distinction is the reusable bag's material, size and closure, rather than how the name is spelled. Check whether you are buying a sandwich-sized bag, a smaller snack bag or a squeeze pouch, because they serve different jobs. These sandwich bags open for food such as sandwiches and snacks; they are not the same shape as a yoghurt pouch. Choose the opening and capacity that suit the food you want to pack.

The 5 Pack gives you five bags in five colours, one for every school day. The 2 Pack comes in a single colour, Red, Orange, Purple, Green or Blue, for topping up your set.

Count how many packed lunches are made between washes. A larger pack can give each child a bag and leave spares drying, while a smaller pack may be enough for occasional use. Check the colour selection and the number of bags listed before ordering. If preparing several lunches ahead, label the contents and follow the food's storage instructions; having five bags does not mean every filling should be stored for five days.

Yes. Nothing gets thrown out at school, because the bag comes home and goes in the wash. They're a simple swap for cling wrap and disposable snap lock bags.

The bag comes home to be washed, which keeps a disposable wrapper out of that day's lunch rubbish. Keep the rest of the meal simple with a reusable snack box or pouch where needed. Check the school's definition of nude food, including any rules about packaging and allergens. Show your child where the empty bag belongs after lunch so it returns home rather than being left on a classroom bench.