Duralex
Square Bowl With Lid
This Duralex square bowl with lid is a tempered glass container designed for food storage and meal prep. The thermal shock-resistant glass is safe for dishwasher, microwave, and freezer use, and the clear plastic lid allows for secure fridge storage. Measuring 5.5 x 5.5 x 2.25 inches, it is made in France and is praised by users for its durability and stackability.
- Material
- Tempered glass with clear plastic lid
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Food & Beverage Carriers
Specifications
A high-quality, thermal shock-resistant tempered glass square bowl with a clear plastic lid, perfect for meals on the go.
Thermal shock-resistant tempered glass; clear plastic lid; dishwasher, microwave, and freezer safe; made in France.
- Material
- Tempered glass with clear plastic lid
- Secondary
- plastic
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 5.5x5.5x2.25 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Kitchen & Dining > Food & Beverage Carriers
Additional Attributes
- thermal shock-resistant
- tempered glass
- clear plastic lid
- dishwasher safe
- microwave safe
- freezer safe
- made in France
Product Insights
Square Bowl With Lid from Duralex is a 610-ml tempered-glass lunch container that combines freezer-to-microwave thermal shock resistance (at least 130°C) with a non-porous surface that resists stains, odors, and bacterial buildup, plus the safety of shattering into non-cutting pieces if broken. The fully tempered glass is at least 2.5 times more impact-resistant than ordinary glass, and the bowl carries the heritage of the Loiret factory that pioneered tempered tableware in 1945, now a worker cooperative. The core tradeoff: the snap-on plastic lid has no lock or silicone seal, so it is not leak-proof and unsuitable for transporting liquids, and despite the dishwasher-safe label, one buyer recommends hand-washing the lid.
Verified claims
- Portion size
- 610 ml (2.6 cups) bowl holds one packed-lunch portion.
- Lid seal
- Snap-on lid has no lock or silicone seal, so it is not leak-proof for liquids.
- Microwave handling
- Handles frozen-to-microwave reheating; set the hot bowl on a cool surface, never a warm one.
- Cleanliness
- Non-porous glass resists stains, odors, and bacterial buildup.
- Durability
- Fully tempered glass is 2.5 times stronger and shatters into non-cutting pieces if it breaks.
- Lid care
- A buyer advises hand-washing the plastic lid despite the dishwasher-safe label.
- Worker ownership
- Duralex transitioned to a worker-owned cooperative in 2024.
- Thermal shock
- Resists thermal shock of at least 130°C, safe for freezer-to-microwave use.
- Breakage behavior
- If ever broken, the glass crumbles into thousands of non-cutting pieces, not shards.
- Impact resistance
- Fully tempered glass is at least 2.5 times more impact-resistant than non-tempered glass.
- Stain and odor
- Unlike plastic containers, curry and tomato leave no lasting stain or odor.
- Hygiene
- Non-porous glass surface prevents bacteria from lodging and proliferating.
- Plastic lid
- The plastic lid is BPA-free but rated only to 158°F (70°C), so it should be removed or left vented before microwaving to avoid warping or pressure buildup.
- Heritage
- Produced at the Loiret factory that pioneered tempered-glass tableware in 1945.
- Stackability
- Containers are designed to nest for storage, and users report good stackability even with lids on.
- Oven use
- Do not use this bowl in a conventional or toaster oven; it is intended for refrigerator, freezer, microwave, and dishwasher use.
Product record
- Title
- Square Bowl With Lid
- Brand
- Duralex
- Price
- 12 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
- Rating
- 2 reviews
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
A clear, rounded-square glass bowl with a matching translucent lid visible behind it; the bowl contains a seeded bagel. The bowl has a double horizontal ridge around its side and rounded corners with a flat bottom.
- Overall shapeRounded-square clear glass container with gently curved corners and vertical side walls that flare slightly outward toward the rim.
1 region
x 0.08 · y 0.30 · w 0.84 · h 0.60 (high) - Rim and wall profileSmooth rim with visible glass thickness; side walls show a subtle outward curve near the top edge.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.20 · w 0.76 · h 0.30 (high) - Double horizontal ridgeTwo parallel horizontal mold lines or ridges encircle the bowl about mid-height, creating a stepped profile on the outer wall.
1 region
x 0.10 · y 0.49 · w 0.80 · h 0.18 (high) - Base and thicknessFlat, slightly thickened glass base visible through the bowl; glass appears uniform and solid.
1 region
x 0.12 · y 0.68 · w 0.76 · h 0.18 (high) - ContentsSingle seeded bagel sitting inside the bowl, centered and occupying most of the bowl's internal area.
1 region
x 0.24 · y 0.44 · w 0.52 · h 0.36 (high) - Lid presenceTranslucent frosted-plastic lid positioned behind the bowl, partially visible and resting on the surface with its top facing up.
1 region
x 0.48 · y 0.02 · w 0.44 · h 0.36 (high) - Lid logo text“DURALEX”
1 region
x 0.56 · y 0.08 · w 0.30 · h 0.18 (medium)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light wood surface with soft directional lighting from the top-left; visible reflections on the glass and a shadow cast to the lower right.
- Background and surfaceLight-colored wooden table surface fills the lower two-thirds of the frame with a pale wall in the upper background.
2 regions
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.48 (high); x 0.00 · y 0.48 · w 1.00 · h 0.52 (high) - Lighting and reflectionsSoft directional lighting from the upper-left creates specular highlights on the glass rim and subtle shadowing beneath and to the right of the bowl.
- Shot compositionThree-quarter elevated close-up framing that centers the bowl slightly lower-left and shows the lid behind it; image cropped to include most of the bowl and lid.
Colors
clear glass· bowl glass#F9EEEAtranslucent white· lid- Overall shapeRounded-square clear glass container with gently curved corners and vertical side walls that flare slightly outward toward the rim.
- 02
Product
Square clear glass bowl with a translucent white plastic lid; lid shows an embossed circular DURALEX logo and the bowl sits on a light wood surface.
- Shape and geometrySquare-cornered bowl with gently rounded corners and slightly flared vertical walls, visible top opening covered by a fitted lid
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.44 · w 0.74 · h 0.36 (high) - Material - bodyTransparent clear glass body with smooth glossy finish and visible light refractions at the base and inner walls
1 region
x 0.21 · y 0.60 · w 0.57 · h 0.27 (high) - Material - lidTranslucent matte white plastic lid that sits flush over the bowl rim with a raised outer sealing flange
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.34 · w 0.70 · h 0.27 (high) - Lid embossing textDURALEX and surrounding circular text embossed into the lid surface
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.39 · w 0.34 · h 0.17 (high) - Legible lid text“MADE IN DURALEX FRANCE”Partial
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.39 · w 0.34 · h 0.17 (medium) - Rim detailRaised inner rim on the lid that follows the bowl opening profile, creating a shallow recessed center on the lid
1 region
x 0.15 · y 0.34 · w 0.70 · h 0.27 (high) - OcclusionRear and underside of the bowl are not visible due to camera angle and shadowing
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.44 · w 0.74 · h 0.36 (high)
Other
Studio-style product shot on a light wood surface with soft directional lighting from the left; subtle cast shadow and neutral wall background.
- SurfaceLight-colored wooden tabletop with visible grain where the bowl rests
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.48 · w 1.00 · h 0.52 (high) - BackgroundSmooth neutral beige wall behind the tabletop, out of focus
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.00 · w 1.00 · h 0.48 (high) - Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting from upper-left producing a gentle cast shadow to the lower-right of the bowl and specular highlights on the glass
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.58 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high) - Shot compositionThree-quarter overhead view slightly angled toward the front-right of the bowl
1 region
x 0.13 · y 0.34 · w 0.74 · h 0.62 (high)
Colors
clear glass (cool tint)· glass body#F4ECEBtranslucent white· lid#F3F1F2- Shape and geometrySquare-cornered bowl with gently rounded corners and slightly flared vertical walls, visible top opening covered by a fitted lid
Documents & Data
Customer Reviews
2 total2 reviews · out of 5
Bol en verre
Très bien mais ne pas mettre le couvercle au lave-vaisselle!
Issue with lid
Bought 2 but had to return one as the lid didn’t fit properly.
Reddit Insights
3 threads · r/BuyItForLife, r/AskBakingReddit users consistently praise Duralex glass bowls for their exceptional durability, versatility in use from mixing to serving, and note that they come with lids suitable for fridge storage.
All comments express high satisfaction with durability and functionality; minor caveat about lid material but overall very positive.
Themes
Use Cases
- Mixing and food preparation
- Serving at the table
- Fridge storage with lids
Watch Out For
Compared To
vs IKEA glass containers
Both IKEA and Duralex are recommended for glass leftover containers; Duralex noted for good lids but unclear if rubber.
Source Threads
User mentions Duralex as a good option for glass leftover containers with lids
IKEA or Duralex. Not sure either has *rubber* lids, but they have good lids for fridge storage. I think Anchor Hocking makes a series with rubber lids.
u/etchlingsView thread →
User loves Duralex glass bowls for their durability and stackability
I love my Duralex glass bowls. So incredibly durable and they stack! If you're looking for something more decorative, I've started collecting the Fattoria mixing bowls from Casafina. I use them for basically everything from prep to serving.
u/snapparilloView thread →
User reports 23 years of daily use with Duralex glass bowls, still perfect
I've had a set of 9 Duralex glass bowls ($28) for 23 years. Use them every day, and they're still perfect. They are sturdy enough to mix/cook in but styled well enough to look good on the dinner table. Among my top half-dozen best buys ever.
u/TroutshoutView thread →