Gourmet Trends Original Always Fresh Containers, 10-Piece Set

I don't know why there are such contradictory reviews here. All I know is I ordered from Amazon, sold by Amazon, not a 3rd party seller and the product I got was exactly as advertised, not as large as I would have preferred, but they worked amazingly well.Sometimes I forget to take out my compostables to the worm bin, but these amazing containers kept the mold from exploding literally for months while unprotected portions of the same kitchen waste became steaming fruit fly clouds of expanding liquified mold blossoms in only weeks.I imagine the materials may not be entirely nontoxic, so be careful especially if you are using them for food. I would not use them to store food for small children, elderly or ill people but for compost or food that is self sealed with discardable peelable skin like mandarin oranges, potatoes, bananas, etc, it would be less of a concern, and after all, what are your alternatives? Unless you use glass, ceramics or steel to store your veggies and fruits (how many people do that?) then you are storing them in plastic and all plastics are toxic. The entire inside surface of your refrigerator is made of toxic, potentially carcinogenic plastic just for perspective, and the grocery store likely sold you your veggies in plastic as well. Just something to think about.Nonetheless, the product I got was exactly as advertised and has amazing powers to keep food from rotting for long periods of time if it's not soaking wet. Lowering the temperature of your refrigerator by 5 to 10 degrees can make a huge difference as well, especially in summer.I agree with reviewers who write of the fragility of the lids.They are not brittle but they are very susceptible to warping so do NOT boil them, bend them, or put them in a hot dishwasher. They will warp if overheated or forcibly bent, but that's a small problem considering what they can do.I can only assume that many reviewers here purchased the item from third party sellers because with Amazon as the seller I had no problems whatsoever. But I always worry about amazing new products.Always wash fruits and veggies before cooking or eating. Maybe someday soon someone will invent some kind of totally natural ceramic fresh keeping containers, and I will buy them up.Until then, I'm ordering more of these "martian tupperware".

I live in the "bush" of Alaska - nearest grocery store is 135 miles away. Needless to say, we shop only monthly so have to find inventive ways to store our produce. I tried the "Green Bags" and those work really good, but are a pain to wash out and no way to track how many times I have used each bag, then I found these! I love them and have just ordered another set. The work well, but you do need to check for moisture every few day and blot with paper towel. I have kept tomatoes up to a month without them going bad. The only draw back is they need some larger sizes that would accomodate romaine or iceberg lettuce ( I still have to use the bags for these items) I would definitely recommend them. Note, I hand wash because dishwashers get too hot.

Worth the cost - stated contents/ 5 containers and 5 lids AND directions for use VERY clear on mfg box.Rec'd today - within one hour after washing and drying as directed [not rec. for DW which is fine] hadIdea Village Always Fresh Food Containers - GreenCrm/CH and PB spread in smallest - 16oz-2cup/ ..... KEEPS TWO WEEKS AT LEASTLeftover Rotini/'Fake crab' meat salad into 24oz/3 cup/2/8oz pkg shredded cheese into 39 oz/7.8 cup/ ......KEEPS MONTH OR MORELoaf of B&M Bread - sliced into 61 oz - 7.625 cup ... * Strawberries as shown* - AT LEAST THREE WEEKSALSO USE THIS SIZE FOR FOLLOWING:B&M Brown Bread With Raisins, 16-Ounce Cans (Pack of 6)and 1/2 [sliced lengthwise] loaf Homemade Oatmeal [breadmaker] bread into largest/96 oz - 12 cup - 2nd 1/2 to freezer - STAYED FRESH FOR OVER TWO WEEKSThe oblong shape is pefect for all of the above and so much more!Stack well in fridge - will 'taste test' every 2-3 days - Have now ordered 2nd setand will test produce/fruits.Also ordered 2nd 6 can count of B&M Bread same order -Both eligible Free Ship-Amazon - B&M Brown Bread With Raisins, 16-Ounce Cans (Pack of 6)Don't intend to use in Microwave as we have found over the years that no matter what high quality mfg'ng meets all get 'nasty' when one uses in microwave.

I am aware of all the negative reviews, but I already have a couple of sets of these of the large box type and I love using these so much. Yes, the cover might feel cheap, but the end result is that our fresh produce lasts longer and still feels crisp and looks beautiful. I admit that I do extra steps to ensure that the food stays that way. First, I place one layer of paper towel (usually a 1/2 sheet) on the bottom of container and one of top of food prior to placing the lid. Condensation happens naturally so it might end up on the top towel instead of on the food. Every few days, I do wipe down the inside of the lid with a towel and, at times, I'll even wipe down the inside of the container. I think it depends on the food on how much condensation it creates. I don't mind the small amount of time it takes to do it. Food will rot if the food is moist and/or the condensation does not get wiped down. I don't like the fact that see can't see inside either, so I just write the contents down on a small sticky sheet and tape it on. No biggie. These containers work, you just have to give it the attention it deserves. It's worth it as we consume a lot of fresh produce and it never gets thrown out.