what age groups can use this and be happy with it? Would I be happy buying this and getting enough food to eat during lunches?
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Depends on how much you eat and what sort of things you pack. I do fine with it. This particular model is meant for adult women. It holds a little over a cup of food in the thermal container, and probably another cup in the upper container. If that's enough for you (with a reasonable thick soup, stew, rice, etc) you should be pretty good. I wouldn't pack a salad as the main meal in this or most other bento boxes, unless it's specifically marked as a men's bento. I think there is another Ms. Bento available that is slightly larger. Volume is the easiest way to determine who it's meant for with the non-thermal bento boxes; 500-700ml are meant for teenage girls and adult women.
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I have a 5 and 9 year old. Both of them thought it was great, but I recommend that you have a sizable sand box for it. It also takes a little time for them to figure it out. In any event, it definitely is worth the purchase for the price and enjoyment.
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Well, I am 38 and it works great. it is probably ok for larger breadbasket too!
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My 2yrs old grandson is small for his age (he's more the size of an 18 mos old) and he has a great time with it. He plays with it everyday to go "buy his groceries" and make me dinner.
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I honestly don't know myself being that I've thrown the box out months ago. Alls I know is that its very amazing and fun stuff to have. I actually bought one for my 19 yr. old son to keep on his computer desk in his room and bought one for myself to put on the dining room table and NO ADULT can even walk by it without fiddlling and playing with it. Everyone loves it and is amazed. I also have a 2 yr. old grandson that I let play with it, while I stood over him like a hawk, just incase he tried to eat it or something. I know I didn't answer your question "chemically" because I don't have the box anymore. Sorry I honestly don't know myself being that I've thrown the box out months ago. Alls I know is that its very amazing and fun stuff to have. I actually bought one for my 19 yr. old son to keep on his computer desk in his room and bought one for myself to put on the dining room table and NO ADULT can even walk by it without fiddlling and playing with it. Everyone loves it and is amazed. I also have a 2 yr. old grandson that I let play with it, while I stood over him like a hawk, just incase he tried to eat it or something. I know I didn't answer your question "chemically" because I... » Read More I honestly don't know myself being that I've thrown the box out months ago. Alls I know is that its very amazing and fun stuff to have. I actually bought one for my 19 yr. old son to keep on his computer desk in his room and bought one for myself to put on the dining room table and NO ADULT can even walk by it without fiddlling and playing with it. Everyone loves it and is amazed. I also have a 2 yr. old grandson that I let play with it, while I stood over him like a hawk, just incase he tried to eat it or something. I know I didn't answer your question "chemically" because I don't have the box anymore. Sorry « Show Less
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The box is heavier than your average lunch box, because it's made of stainless steel, and it's made to be durable. But, it's not too heavy for a child to carry around. Adding food doesn't add very much to the weight. We went with it because I wanted to avoid plastic (durability, safety of materials, etc.) and I was surprised at first by the weight, but it didn't bother my son. He's been using it since he was 4, he's 6 now. Edit: I forgot to say, there are also a few different sizes, this is a big one.
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I believe this is more appropriate for younger children. I bought it for my 2 & 5 year olds last year. They loved it, but the now-6 year old only has slight interest in it by now. Also, the average 8 year old might find the size a little small (but most kitchenettes I've seen in the stores are all about this size and age level).
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It's a well insulated lunch bag. I got it for my husband but it's fairly large. He has a hard time making it full even with a big ice pack in it. It can easily work to pack lunch for two people. The less it is packed, the harder time it has keeping stuff cold. I'd imagine that it would be fine for keeping stuff warm as well because it's just well insulated, it doesn't have a built in cold element in it. however we have thermos food containers and they are really amazing for keeping food hot. It will keep food scorching hot for hours and hours.
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we used it yesterday at my 2 year old grandson birthday party. a 5 year old little girl sat at it nicely. if I was buying for a 7 year old, I might go with something bigger because they would grow out of it too soon.
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My son is 6.5 mths old and I use it everyday to mash up fresh foods such as bananas or avocado. I'm sure it would work well on cooked foods as well. The bowl is small though so if you're looking to make one meal at a time, it would be fine but making larger quantities to freeze or store might be tedious and time consuming.
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My 7 year old is using it and it works well for her. I would say 5-12 year olds would like it. Light weight, holds lots of water and snacks. Day tripper only.
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Both my daughters and my 14 year old grandson use and enjoy it, they are 5'1" and 5'2" tall. So you will be happy. Also they can read or watch TV while getting their workout.
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I am 30 and I have fun with it. All of my kids enjoy it ages 2,5,8, and 10. Obviously the younger ones need supervision since it is not meant to be tossed arround.
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It depends on how you use it. My daughter was 12 and I literally dropped the box on her. Came back later and she had it wired up with fruit. Younger kids you can use it with them to have fun.
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I feed it to my cat when she was a kitten...it is for all ages. I had a 2 month old and a 12 year old...and they both did fine with it.
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I use it to bring my oatmeal to work. I eat out of it directly. It is pretty easy to open for me, I am not sure how old the kids are maybe not below 6/7 years old? I keep it closed tight so there is no spill and didn't have problems opening it after. Hope it helps.
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My 17 month old nephew is like 35 pounds and I saw him use it for breakfast this morning, like a champ. I think it would be fine for an averaged sized to small 3 year old, but it won't last much longer. Good luck