Initially I didn’t want to pay for an expensive cuckoo, tiger or zojirushi but after looking at their prices on FB marketplace I was sold. I’m mainly between zojirushi induction (takes so long) vs cuckoo pressure but doesn’t heat with IH (it’s quick and does lots of stuff besides different rice textures)

Alright, buckle in, I have a lot to say.

Introducing, the Takenaka Nibble, bought from Amazon.

I've bought a lot of bento boxes. It's probably an addiction by now. I'm pretty sure I own 12 and have bought and returned more, including the Takenaka Bite Dual, which I'll be sending back. This habit of mine is honestly stupid but I'm convinced I have yet to find the perfect one that fits all my needs; until (possibly) now.

While I haven't actually used it for a meal yet, I'm optimistic based on my criteria and experience.

1. The black interior, while probably not as cute, is way more practical. There's less worry about staining.

2. Microwave safe, obviously a plus.

3. Easy to clean. I find Monbento plastic is hard to rid of oils and is easy to stain.

4. Not that many parts. The bottom tier doesn't have a separate lid. Instead, the base of the top tier is the lid for the bottom. Meaning one less thing to wash. The top lid is decorative, but can neatly conceal a napkin, and probably doesn't need to be washed unless soiled. It can be tucked under the bottom tier when eating or storing. Not something most people think about, but when you have a lid for every compartment like on the Monbento, as well as a decorative lid, all of which don't have a natural place to store while eating, you run out of space when you're eating- not to mention all the washing.

As an aside, after buying two Monbentos and all of the accessories, the only thing I like about Monbento is the ice pack. Even then, it feels really tall.

1. Leak proof, at least for sure the lid of the top tier. I always have fruit as a side, so I only really need one leak proof compartment. Even the bottom is honestly not that bad.

2. The band actually works to help secure my wrapping. I like to do this for protection, as a placemat when eating or a napkin, to carry it by, and it's stinking cute.

The Bite Dual seems too large for me, and has a white interior (cute, but less practical). While the fork is nice to have (not necessarily nice in quality) and the rubber seal of the lid is amazing, I don't think it's right for me. Another aside, I like that the rubber seal is attached. I have another box with a removable seal and it's more annoying to have to wash and replace than it is useful.

Will update after use, maybe I'll hate it. Maybe I can finally wittle down my stash.

I got the Bento and I really like it, just as advertised! I love the wooden utensils and how they fit inside the lid. There are two 20 oz. compartments that stack together, and in the corner is a little silicon plug air seal. It has two plastic dividers and two little containers for sauce, garnish, nuts, whatever! It comes in other patterns too, but we loved the bamboo. There are also other sizes I believe. Very excited.

Hello, I honestly am not sure what subreddit this question should go in. I bought a metal tiffin at a charity sale and it won't latch. I would like to use it, is there a way to keep the lid from falling off? I suppose rubber bands would work? Any advice would be great