Cold lunches are fine, but when the alternative is an extra helping of last night’s satisfying dinner, why not bring it with you? The thought of barbecue leftovers or a hearty bowl of rice should make your taste buds tingle. There’s no reason for boring takeout meals when the best-selling product Crock-Pot Electric Lunch Box exists, especially when a deal with Amazon drops the price to just $29 (from $45).
Just turn this baby on 45 minutes before lunchtime and open it to reveal a warm, comforting meal.
Why is it a good deal?
This is one of the best prices we’ve seen for this device, and it has the respected Crock-Pot brand and thousands of perfect reviews to back it up. Note that prices vary depending on the color – you’ll save more on the pretty pink version.
Why do I need this?
Don’t know what an electric lunch box is? This brilliant 20-ounce device is like a mini slow cooker, but it’s designed to heat food, not cook it. It’s perfect for those who want to better preserve the flavor of their soup or leftovers, or for those who don’t have ready access to a microwave.
Inside the warmer is a metal bowl that holds the food. The inner bowl lid (along with the outer lid) minimizes spills and leaks when you’re out and about, while the handle makes it easy to carry. There are no buttons to press – just a detachable cable that wraps around the base for easy storage. Plug it in about 45 minutes before you’re ready to eat and you’ll have a hot lunchtime meal.
What the reviewers say
This electric lunch box is loved by nearly 6,000 five-star fans, including teachers and truck drivers.
Pros
“I bought this for my partner because I felt bad about packing him sandwiches for lunch every day,” shared one attentive spouse. “I love that there is an inner lid to prevent leaks. I like that it separates from the heating element, so I don’t have to worry about damaging it.”
“I’m a teacher, I only have a 20-minute lunch break, and there are three microwaves in a building that seats 80 people,” wrote one impressed educator. “I love being able to have hot soup at my desk. I leave the heating part at work and take the inner bowl and lid home to wash every day.
“The most convenient little thing ever!” gushed one excited buyer. “I’m a local truck driver and work up to 12 hours a day. It’s nice to put leftovers in this and plug it into the truck’s inverter while I work, and have hot, delicious food in the middle of the day. my turn.”
Cons
Several users had the same rating as this generally satisfied reviewerwho wrote, “[It’s] A little difficult to get the top off, so if you have dexterity issues, it may not be best for you.” (According to another buyerit’s because “the seal works a little too well.”)
“My only complaint (and it’s not a big deal) but the cord is kind of short,” wrote one ultimate fan. They added, “I’m a special education teacher and there’s no such thing as a 25-minute lunch most days, so having my lunch all warmed up when I need it is great. Perfect portion control – if you’re tired of waiting in the microwave at work, buy this product!
Don’t like pink? For a dollar more, you can get this cute lunch companion in green or black.
And here’s an extension cord filter if you think the cord is too short.
The slim 5-foot extension cord is just 0.15 inches thick, perfect for running under rugs and through door gaps. (Or to connect your Crock-Pot!)
If you have Amazon Prime, you will get free shipping of course. Not a member yet? No problem. You can sign up for a 30-day free trial here. (And by the way, those without Better Plus get free shipping on orders of $35 or more.)
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