The best food storage containers for leftovers, meal prep and organising

Put your hand up if you’ve ever been attacked by a lid or tub falling out of the cupboard? Us too. Thankfully, Joseph Joseph has come to the rescue with its genius nesting containers. Each of the five tubs sit inside one another – as do the lids – making one compact box for storage. The containers and lids are colour-coded too so you don’t need to spend ages searching for the right lid.

The set is also freezer- and microwave-safe and can be popped in the dishwasher on the top rack for easy cleaning.

If you like your plastic baggies and Ziplocs, you'll love Oxo’s reusable bags, which should save you money in the long run. Store fruits, veggies and other snacks in the bags' thick but flexible silicone, which is transparent and comes in an assortment of sizes.

They take up less space than boxy containers, so you can slip them down the sides of other items in your fridge and the stand-up design makes them easy to fill. The plastic seal is made to open and close smoothly too, but the soft sides do mean that some foods may be squished if taken on the go.

Look no further for the perfect meal-prep containers – this set from Igluu is about to become your new kitchen go-to. There are five large 1050ml containers and five small 370ml options, making them ideal for taking lunches and snacks into work for the week.

They’re made of borosilicate glass (so they’re incredibly durable) and are freezer-, microwave-, air fryer-, dishwasher- and oven-safe – just don’t pop the lids in the air fryer or oven as these are made of BPA-free plastic and will melt.

An ‘Amazon’s Choice’ buy, this set is a reliable pick for keeping your fridge and cupboards organised. They’re stackable and nest inside each other for easy storage when not in use, plus they come with easy-locking clips and a tight seal to prevent any leaks.

This set includes three one-litre containers but there are other options available, including larger 3350ml pots and assorted sets for different needs.

Zwilling’s Fresh & Save set is compatible with the brand’s vacuum pump (sold separately), which offers an innovative way of extending the shelf life of your food – just place the handheld pump on top of each container and suck the air out to keep your food freshly sealed.

Of course, that’s an add-on you may not need. As standard containers, they already have a tight seal to maintain freshness and the set includes smart container labels that can tracked via the Zwilling app and will inform you when your food’s shelf-life is due to expire.

There’s also a measuring spoon for easily scooping out specific amounts of dried goods.

With a simple twist mechanism on top of each container, this set provides an airtight, leakproof seal in one easy step. The five containers are made of BPA-free plastic and are stain and odour resistant (so no more lingering Bolognese stains), plus the bases can be popped in the dishwasher for a fuss-free clean.

The boxes also come with a five-year warranty for peace of mind.

Stackable containers are great – until you need to unload your whole cupboard to reach the one at the back. Enter this clever podium stand and container set from Joseph Joseph.

The design allows you to access any jar at any time without having to juggle the rest around, providing a more straightforward organisation system. Plus, the lids feature an airtight silicone seal, and each container is BPA-free.

You can’t put them in the dishwasher, which isn’t ideal, but they should only need a quick hand wash every now and then if storing dried foods like rice and pasta.

The clever design of these storage jars will make dispensing dried foods a breeze – they’re circular for easy pouring and come with a fitted band for a more comfortable grip. The jars are made of recyclable, BPA-free plastic, which is also shatterproof, microwaveable and dishwasher-safe.

With a good range of sizes at a reasonable price, these are a fantastic choice for organising your kitchen.