Bentgo Signature Leak-Proof Glass Food Storage 12-Piece Set vs Urban Green Glass Containers with Bamboo Lids, 5 Pack
Bentgo Signature Leak-Proof Glass Food Storage 12-Piece Set
Urban Green Glass Containers with Bamboo Lids, 5 Pack
The short answer
Bentgo Signature Leak-Proof Glass Food Storage 12-Piece Set comes out ahead overall with 7.9/10 against 6.0/10 for the Urban Green Glass Containers with Bamboo Lids, 5 Pack. Bentgo Signature Leak-Proof Glass Food Storage 12-Piece Set is stronger on seal & leakproofing, health & materials, durability & heat safety, stain & odor resistance and ease of use. Urban Green Glass Containers with Bamboo Lids, 5 Pack is stronger on value. At current verified prices, the Urban Green Glass Containers with Bamboo Lids, 5 Pack costs about $24.00 less.
- Choose the Bentgo Signature Leak-Proof Glass Food Storage 12-Piece Set if: Meal-preppers who want leakproof, fully plastic-free glass lids from a set that independent testers have checked.
- Choose the Urban Green Glass Containers with Bamboo Lids, 5 Pack if: Buyers who want inexpensive plastic-free containers for pantry staples, snacks and solid leftovers, not soups or reheating.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | Bentgo Signature Leak-Proof Glass Food Storage 12-Piece Set | Urban Green Glass Containers with Bamboo Lids, 5 Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Seal & Leakproofing | 9.0Passed ATK's shake test, including after 100 open-close cycles, and The Gadgeteer's 30-minute upside-down test. | 4.5Not meant for liquids, and owners report torn rings. |
| Health & Materials | 8.5Borosilicate bowls with glass and silicone lids; plastic- and PFAS-free per the manufacturer, with no third-party material test. | 8.0Borosilicate glass and bamboo with no plastic; bamboo can mold if stored wet. |
| Durability & Heat Safety | 7.5Borosilicate glass and a 2-year warranty; the packaging says not to put the lids in the oven. | 6.0The glass is oven-safe to 600°F, but the bamboo lids are less durable. |
| Stain & Odor Resistance | 7.5Slight tuna odor on the lids at ATK; no odors at The Gadgeteer. | 5.5Porous bamboo can absorb odors and stains. |
| Ease of Use | 7.0The steam valve makes microwaving easy and every part is dishwasher-safe, but the set is heavy and the lids suction down. | 5.0Hand-wash only, opaque and not microwave-safe. |
| Value | 7.0About $10 per container with a 2-year warranty. | 8.0About $7 per container. |
Specifications
| Spec | Bentgo Signature Leak-Proof Glass Food Storage 12-Piece Set | Urban Green Glass Containers with Bamboo Lids, 5 Pack |
|---|---|---|
| Lid material | Tempered glass panel with silicone frame and silicone steam valve | Bamboo with silicone ring |
| Plastic-free lid (no plastic in lid/seal) | Yes | Yes |
| Container glass type | Borosilicate | Borosilicate |
| Seal / gasket material | Silicone (attached gasket) | Silicone ring |
| Manufacturer states PFAS-free | Yes | No |
| Number of containers | 6 containers | 5 containers |
| Container capacity range | — | 4-50 oz |
| Container max oven temperature | — | 600 °F |
| Lid oven-safe | No | No |
| Lid microwave-safe | Yes | No |
| Lid dishwasher-safe | Yes | No |
| Warranty | 2 years | — |
Bentgo Signature Leak-Proof Glass Food Storage 12-Piece Set
Pros
- Leakproof in two independent tests
- Glass lids with attached silicone gaskets
- Borosilicate bowls
- Microwave- and dishwasher-safe lids
- 2-year warranty
Cons
- Heavy
- Lids suction down as hot food cools; open the valve first
- America's Test Kitchen found a slight tuna odor on the lids
- Lids should not go in the oven
The best all-round choice for meal prep and lunches. Plastic-free and PFAS-free status are Bentgo's own claims, but the leak performance is independently backed, which is rare in this category.
Full Bentgo Signature Leak-Proof Glass Food Storage 12-Piece Set review →Urban Green Glass Containers with Bamboo Lids, 5 Pack
Pros
- Plastic-free bamboo lids
- Borosilicate bowls oven-safe to 600°F
- Low cost per container
- Five sizes up to 50 oz
Cons
- Poor for liquids
- Lids hand-wash only and not microwave-safe
- Owners report silicone rings tearing
- Lids opaque and less durable than glass
A reasonable pantry set for dry goods, ranked last because it isn't a leakproof option.
Full Urban Green Glass Containers with Bamboo Lids, 5 Pack review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Glass (Plastic-Free) Food Storage Containers of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.