Stasher Bags – Reusable Storage Bags Review – AD
One thing my partner and I cannot stand is food waste. So for this month’s SaveMoneyCutCarbon review, I was sent some Stasher bags to try. Here’s how I got on.
Putting left over food in the fridge or freezer can be a challenge, especially when packaging is huge.
Tupperware usually does the trick in my house, but I’ve just recently become aware of a product called Stasher bags.
These bags come in different sizes and can be put in the fridge, freezer, microwave, oven, dishwasher and a boiling pot of water.
So thanks to SaveMoneyCutCarbon, here’s a review of how they work and whether they’re worth it:
What Are Stasher Bags?
These bags come in a range of different sizes, including a pocket bag, sandwich bag, snack bag, half gallon bag and stand up bag.
So depending on what you’d be looking to put in it, there are options to choose from.
The bags themselves are made from silicon, that is completely safe and non toxic.
Because of what it’s made from, it’s endlessly reusable and won’t degrade over time.
All bags have a Pinch-Loc seal to seal it up, meaning you can keep everything inside and fresh too.
What Use Do They Have?
It’s fair to say that these bags can go through a lot. From the freezer and minus temperatures, to the oven of up to 200 degrees.
I’ve used them for everything this week to test them out, so here’s how they got on:
Fridge and Freezer
The Stasher bags can be stored in both fridge and freezer. I kept some leftover fish fingers in the freeze with the bag, and it worked a treat. Meant I could throw out the extra packaging and make some extra space:
Microwave
You can put food straight in the microwave without having to remove the Stasher bag – it’s microwave friendly.
It worked great on this slice of pizza.
Oven
The Stasher bags can also handle up to 200 degrees centigrade in heat – meaning you can put them directly into the oven with the food still inside.
You just open the zip for ventilation and in it goes.
Boiling Water
If you’re storing vegetables in a Stasher bag that need cooking, you can pop it straight in a pot of boiling water.
The vegetables will cook without getting wet, as it’ll be sealed inside the Stasher bag.
Dishwasher
Finally, they can go straight in the dishwasher once you’re done using it.
Just have it open facing downwards and it’ll be good as new by the morning.
How Are They Different From Tupperware?
Tupperware would be the closest comparable items to Stasher as they do similar jobs.
The main differences between the two, is the fact that Stasher is endlessly reusable and made of silicon – whereas Tupperware is plastic.
Stasher can also morph to fit into smaller spaces in your freezer, in which Tupperware stay the same shape.
Stasher also takes a portion of each one sold to fund charities that preserve our oceans, and tries to remove the need for plastic bags and Tupperware.
Do they save you money?
If you’re looking for a food bag or box to put leftovers in, Stasher is a good option.
They are on the pricey side, but the idea is that, as it lasts a lifetime, you won’t ever need to buy any other Tupperware.
If you didn’t want something as long term, you can find some Tupperware boxes for 50p-£1 in supermarkets – which is quite a bit cheaper… but you will have to buy more than one over time. Plus the plastic usage will stack up.
Would I buy them?
Personally, I’d say if you have some sort of food storage in your cupboards at the moment, keep onto those until they need replacing – and consider Stasher.
They are quite a bit more expensive than the standard plastic boxes, so I’d be a little hesitant at the price… but it is a long term saving.
The fact it can be used in the oven and can be used to boil water is a nice feature, but I don’t see myself using it for that, and more as storage.
If you’re eco conscious, then it can be a good option for you to have and use.
There are many great features too, to make cooking a little easier – meaning you won’t have as much excuse to throw food away!
You can find the full range available for sale here.
Conclusion
It’s been a journey already with the items from SaveMoneyCutCarbon. Thanks to them again for something else to try out.
What are your thought on these items to cut back on plastic and save the environment. Would you swap, or are you happy with the items you have?
Do let me know by leaving a comment below, on Twitter @Jordon_Cox or on Facebook.
