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Lock and Lock

Suneshine — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 13:40:51 GMT

I have purchased this line of products for years. I have found that the sets from most recent are not up to the same standards as the sets I purchased more than 10 years ago. Those sets are going strong (just the basic original clear) but the new sets are not watertight, the snaps break off etc. This is a line that cut corners a little too much. Anyone else have the same experience?

Re: Lock and Lock

brandiwine — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 13:43:04 GMT

This has been discussed at length on the Kitchen forum. No, they aren't the same quality and I quit buying years ago. You might want to move to Kitchen for more responses. Have a nice day.

Re: Lock and Lock

cjm61 — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 13:43:44 GMT

@Suneshine No, I haven't really experienced your issues. All mine, old and newer, are airtight. I do have a couple that one of the snaps broke but they were my oldest ones. These were purchased years ago.

I have heard some complaints like yours though. I've had good luck so far.

Re: Lock and Lock

RollTide2008 — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 14:05:46 GMT

I haven’t had any issues with mine. I stopped buying them because I don’t like how they come packaged. It’s excessive for plastic containers that are supposed to be practically indestructible.

Re: Lock and Lock

rockygems123 — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 14:15:59 GMT

@Suneshine No issues as you described. I have old from the beginning and newer sets recently purchased, have given many as gifts, no issues. Air and water tight, was giving info to a friend recently re-entering this area, she needs to add to her new kitchen and she'll be getting a few locknlocks without any worry about the quality.

Re: Lock and Lock

QVCkitty1 — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 14:25:25 GMT

@Suneshine wrote:
I have purchased this line of products for years. I have found that the sets from most recent are not up to the same standards as the sets I purchased more than 10 years ago. Those sets are going strong (just the basic original clear) but the new sets are not watertight, the snaps break off etc. This is a line that cut corners a little too much. Anyone else have the same experience?

@Suneshine , I'm a long time L&L user and I agree that the newer sets are flimsier . I too have some early pieces ( also clear ) and the snaps are just as strong as when I purchased them , the newer ones not so much. However they are still watertight in my experience.

Re: Lock and Lock

Carmie — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 14:52:14 GMT

I agree. The older ones are better made with better materials.

The newer ones are thinner, especially the lids.

I have some newer L&L where the tabs will not lock down and stay closed, some tabs broke off too. The lids have slightly warped.

I have noticed that the problems seem only to be with the round ones and only with the lids, so I don't buy that shape anymore.

I have quite a few bottoms that are like new with no lids because they didn't last. I now use the bottoms on my garage shelves to hold small parts and bits and keep them organized.

Re: Lock and Lock

twoflaglady — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 15:15:16 GMT

Totally agree. I have a houseful of Lock and Lock but the newer stuff is well below the original standard. No more closing with one hand and the tabs break off a lot. Sad when a product like this goes bad with cutting corners.

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We rescue cats — Thu, 29 Jun 2023 18:29:59 GMT

I have a few sets of L&L and thought about buying another set or two to put in the motorhome since it has a residential fridge but as already mentioned I'm not thrilled with the quality any longer. And yes, the squares are much better than the round!

Re: Lock and Lock

RedTop — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 17:38:08 GMT

Yes, product quality has seriously declined, so I no longer buy containers for the purpose of food storage. My last purchases have been for the largest square containers to store medical supplies, where size is more important than quality.

Re: Lock and Lock

loriqvc — Fri, 30 Jun 2023 21:01:04 GMT

Count me among those with no problems with my old or new sets—and I have a ton! My only "complaint" is that I wish they'd stop releasing dozens of new colors and instead sell all the fun new pieces or sets in some of the colors that were popular for many years. I totally understand that we all have different preferences, but do we really need 18 shades of blue and green or lids with a glittery finish just to be different?

One thing I've noticed is that Chris has stopped reminding people about how to properly set up the lids on the glass pieces to accommodate the wider silicone seal; if she went back to doing that, I think it would help a lot of customers. It really only takes an extra second or two (to describe it or to perform the task) and is the only way to ensure the lid is successfully sealed.

Re: Lock and Lock

catwoman48 — Sun, 02 Jul 2023 00:47:38 GMT

@cjm61, same here. Considering the amount of Lock ‘n Lock I own, it is amazing that only a handful of tabs have broken off over the years. I will say, however, that I have lost quite a few bowls by running them through the dishwasher with food stuck inside. Ruins the finish. I haven’t had issues with the seals, ever. I ❤️ my L&L!

Re: Lock and Lock

January121 — Tue, 04 Jul 2023 03:59:06 GMT

Does anyone get a lot of condensation on the bottom of the lid after its been in the refrigerator the next day.. I always cool the food before I put it in the L&L & then in the refrigerator but I always get the condensation... THANKS 😁