Elfknitter.# Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I have a set of Pyrex 2-cup and 4-cup bowls. I love them for food storage. I HATE the lids because inevitably they wind up cracking and needing to be replaced. I have ordered replacement lids from Amazon before and will probably wind up doing that again. However, I thought I'd ask to see if anyone has other lid options that they have found successful. I was reading that some people have used silicon stretch lids instead but how good of a seal does that produce? I usually use these bowls for taking my meals to work, so I need something that will help prevent leaking. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree Frog Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I use my Pyrex only at home where I can put plastic wrap over top. I'm frustrated with the lids cracking so easily. I've switched to using Snapware when I need to take a lunch or for something portable. That's not what you are looking for, so I'll follow along since I have the same problem. I'd love to find lids that fit that also stand the test of time! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kfeusse Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I hear your pain....and I have searched for a solution too...so I am watching this thread of some very wise person who has the perfect solution to this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katilac Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I've heard good things about flexible silicone lids. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 42 minutes ago, katilac said: I've heard good things about flexible silicone lids. A friend had these and they didn't fit on any of her bowls. When I played with them, it was really odd. It was like they were sized for some mysterious bowls that didn't exist. 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I didn't listen to my mother. She told me that the lids would crack if I put them in the dishwasher. I still have those Pyrex bowls, minus the lids. When I bought new bowls/lids I started handwashing the lids and none have cracked. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbutton Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 51 minutes ago, Laurie said: I didn't listen to my mother. She told me that the lids would crack if I put them in the dishwasher. I still have those Pyrex bowls, minus the lids. When I bought new bowls/lids I started handwashing the lids and none have cracked. Truth. I won't say whether mine go in the dishwasher or not though, lol! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
regentrude Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I hand wash the lids, and they crack anyway. I only use them for storage at home. A plate on top seals them well enough for that, plus allows stacking. 8 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 I'm also a fan of the plate on top of the bowl method. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfknitter.# Posted February 12, 2020 Author Share Posted February 12, 2020 1 hour ago, Laurie said: I didn't listen to my mother. She told me that the lids would crack if I put them in the dishwasher. I still have those Pyrex bowls, minus the lids. When I bought new bowls/lids I started handwashing the lids and none have cracked. I have no choice but to wash by hand because we do not have a dishwasher. I also never put the lids in the microwave. Still, they crack. 🤷♀️ 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfknitter.# Posted February 12, 2020 Author Share Posted February 12, 2020 4 minutes ago, regentrude said: I hand wash the lids, and they crack anyway. I only use them for storage at home. A plate on top seals them well enough for that, plus allows stacking. 2 minutes ago, Farrar said: I'm also a fan of the plate on top of the bowl method. If only I could transport them with a plate on top! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfknitter.# Posted February 12, 2020 Author Share Posted February 12, 2020 4 hours ago, katilac said: I've heard good things about flexible silicone lids. I was looking at something similar on Amazon. Maybe I'll just order both regular and silicone lids to see which type works best. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonbon Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 Meh...I've had a set of silicone lids for about a year. They were fairly cheap on Amazon (<$8 / set). They work really well if they're the right size for a given bowl; some tight enough that you could transport them. But like Farrar said, there are some that don't seem to go with any of my bowls (?). Those are worthless; a plate is better--can't transport. I don't know if it's just our family, but when we all use a cooler bag, things get all jumbled by the end of our day / outing. I wouldn't trust the silicone lids to not leak, so we use Tupperware-type / Snapware-type stuff on the go. In the same predicament here...love Pyrex...lids always crack. I was just thinking the other day that some company will eventually make a fortune selling replacement Pyrex lids at an affordable price point. The Pyrex replacement lids are exorbitant...you could almost just buy an entire set (including the glass) at those prices-- 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vonbon Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 A little off the topic, but here is something I'm switching to, when possible--Mason jars with plastic caps (to freeze soup, broth, pasta sauce, etc.): https://www.amazon.com/Plastic-24-Pack-Bundle-Unlined-Ribbed/dp/B076VTY6XS/ref=sr_1_63?keywords=lids&qid=1581745515&sr=8-63 Obviously won't work for all things, but they'll fit on any large-mouth jar. I've been using them on these short jars for hummus and individual lunch servings that can be reheated: https://www.amazon.com/Jarden-Half-Pint-8-Ounces-12-Count-1-Case/dp/B0000BYD0F/ref=sr_1_22?keywords=mason+jar+short&qid=1581745672&s=home-garden&sr=1-22 You can also use 4-oz jars with narrow (regular) lids like the ones above for really small servings of things / dressing / etc. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 Fwiw, I have two sets of square glass storage containers, one from IKEA and one from Aldi. They all have heavy duty clip on lids that are unaffected by the dishwasher and microwave. Being square, they fit well into the fridge. This is the IKEA version https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/p/ikea-365-food-container-with-lid-square-glass-plastic-glass-s39269120/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ScoutTN Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 (edited) I bought the Anchor glass storage bowls partly bc they have thick silicone lids. I have a set of three. They fit well and don't leak. Also made in the US and supposedly less likely to shatter than the pyrex. Not expensive. Target. Edited February 15, 2020 by ScoutTN 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RootAnn Posted February 15, 2020 Share Posted February 15, 2020 What lids does Pampered Chef have on therir 2 qt glass bowls? I don't have any Pyrex, but my Pampered Chef snap lid is still ok after 20 yrs. *Knock* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tjndahouse Posted April 5, 2020 Share Posted April 5, 2020 Found this forum after searching for solution myself today... If you have the 2 cup (7200) bowls, I found these on amazon but I don’t see that they make them in any other sizes. https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B083TP8XLZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Kinda spendy but found these for the 4 cup (7201) bowls: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B081D9G23T/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Silicone too so added advantage of no cracking, heat/freezer tolerant, dishwasher safe, bpa-free, environmentally friendly, leak proof. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tap Posted April 5, 2020 Share Posted April 5, 2020 (edited) Funny how different people have different experiences. I have a round set that has blue lids which are 10+ years old with zero cracks. I have a newer set with multicolored lids that haven't cracked either. I put them in the dishwasher all the time (we don't use heated dry tho). I have rectangle ones that are 20+ years old, that are used at least weekly. None of them have cracked either. I use the lids in the freezer, fridge and microwave. I easily have 15 containers, and the only thing I have had happen, is a lid go missing all together (I think dd13 tosses them). For non-leak, I would switch to snap ware and ditch the idea of buying new lids. LOL Edited April 5, 2020 by Tap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kassia Posted April 5, 2020 Share Posted April 5, 2020 (edited) 35 minutes ago, Tap said: Funny how different people have different experiences. I have a round set that has blue lids which are 10+ years old with zero cracks. I have a newer set with multicolored lids that haven't cracked either. I put them in the dishwasher all the time (we don't use heated dry tho). I have rectangle ones that are 20+ years old, that are used at least weekly. None of them have cracked either. I use the lids in the freezer, fridge and microwave. I easily have 15 containers, and the only thing I have had happen, is a lid go missing all together (I think dd13 tosses them). For non-leak, I would switch to snap ware and ditch the idea of buying new lids. LOL I have the same experience. My Pyrex bowls/lids are very old and I always run the lids in the dishwasher with no heated dry. I've never had one crack! I didn't even know this was an issue. I use mine in the freezer, fridge, and microwave as well. They are used all the time. I hate the snapware, though. I have a set and only use them when I run out of Pyrex in the size I need. Edited April 5, 2020 by Kassia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tree Frog Posted April 5, 2020 Share Posted April 5, 2020 23 minutes ago, Tap said: Funny how different people have different experiences. I have a round set that has blue lids which are 10+ years old with zero cracks. I have a newer set with multicolored lids that haven't cracked either. I put them in the dishwasher all the time (we don't use heated dry tho). I have rectangle ones that are 20+ years old, that are used at least weekly. None of them have cracked either. I use the lids in the freezer, fridge and microwave. I easily have 15 containers, and the only thing I have had happen, is a lid go missing all together (I think dd13 tosses them). For non-leak, I would switch to snap ware and ditch the idea of buying new lids. LOL It sounds like the older lids don't crack. I won't buy new Pyrex because within a month of frequent use (using primarily the dishwasher and sometimes the microwave), they're cracked. I have shifted to glass Snapware and love it! Much better than Pyrex, but also much more expensive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda K Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 On 2/12/2020 at 11:23 AM, Laurie said: I didn't listen to my mother. She told me that the lids would crack if I put them in the dishwasher. I still have those Pyrex bowls, minus the lids. When I bought new bowls/lids I started handwashing the lids and none have cracked. I have been looking for lids for my frigoverre storage bowls by Bormioli Rocco. Can’t find them. These companies would make money on selling these lids. I don’t know why they don’t make them available. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardenmom5 Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 have you seen the silicon lids for pyrex bowls? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bootsie Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 I don't have a good solution for taking the dishes to work, but I have found the Costco plastic wrap (like Saran Wrap) to be the best for covering Pyrex bowls in the fridge. For most things, I can even stack in the fridge when I use it. Even DH who usually doesn't notice things like that says he would get a Costco membership simply for the wrap. I have covered items to take to a covered dish with the wrap without spilling problems, but nothing too liquidy or being carried in a bag with many other things. I generally will take food to work in something with a better seal (thermos, mason jar, ziploc bag, etc) and have a few dishes I leave at work that I use to heat and serve the items. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Carol in Cal. Posted August 22, 2021 Share Posted August 22, 2021 I take things to work in either wide mouthed canning jars or Pampered Chef rectangular glass dishes with lids that have four snap down seals, one on each side. The PC ones come in sets of 3 or 4 sizes, and you can buy individual ones also. I don’t use them for transporting very liquid things, because they are more wide and flat, but they are great for casseroles or even salads. At work I have a PC white bowl that was intended for making pasta fresh in the microwave that I heat up soup in if I bring it in the canning jars. And a PC ‘cozy’ to make it easy to move it around without dropping it even when it’s hot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corraleno Posted August 23, 2021 Share Posted August 23, 2021 This is a year-old zombie thread, FWIW 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi16 Posted July 20, 2023 Share Posted July 20, 2023 I'm here looking for silicone/glass replacement lids for my Pyrex mixing bowl set. I always hand wash my Pyrex plastic lids and never put in the microwave, but they always crack and I'm tried of buying the sorry Pyrex replacements. I found these for glass storage bowls (https://a.co/d/5k4p7Fu) but it looks like the dimensions won't fit my mixing bowls with the lip. Still searching ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amethyst Posted July 20, 2023 Share Posted July 20, 2023 On 2/12/2020 at 1:32 PM, regentrude said: I hand wash the lids, and they crack anyway. Rats!! I just bought replacement lids about 10 months ago. Ive been harassing everyone to NOT PUT THEM IN THE DISHWASHER. And now you tell me they’ll crack any way?? Waah! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KidsHappen Posted July 21, 2023 Share Posted July 21, 2023 I am glad that this came up. I need to buy new storage bowls. I have a couple of Pyrex bowls with lids and while I haven't had any problems with them it is good to know that others have. My dd had the flip and click kind and hasn't had any problems with them so I will probably buy some of those. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Resilient Posted July 21, 2023 Share Posted July 21, 2023 I use Press and Seal wrap if the lids don't work. Or if I haven't kept up with my dishwashing.' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted July 21, 2023 Share Posted July 21, 2023 I know it's a zombie thread, but I have a better solution than I used to! I have new silicone tops that actually fit a variety of bowls and seem to work. I feel like the stretchy silicone ones just got better. Or something. I took a risk on them... yet again... but this time it paid off. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acadie Posted July 21, 2023 Share Posted July 21, 2023 31 minutes ago, Farrar said: I know it's a zombie thread, but I have a better solution than I used to! I have new silicone tops that actually fit a variety of bowls and seem to work. I feel like the stretchy silicone ones just got better. Or something. I took a risk on them... yet again... but this time it paid off. Cool! Do you have a link or brand to recommend? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Farrar Posted July 21, 2023 Share Posted July 21, 2023 40 minutes ago, Acadie said: Cool! Do you have a link or brand to recommend? I think they're these: https://www.netzerocompany.com/collections/all/products/silicone-stretch-lids I picked them up at a store where I just happened to see them last year. I was actually thinking of getting some more. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted July 21, 2023 Share Posted July 21, 2023 On 2/15/2020 at 9:53 AM, Laura Corin said: Fwiw, I have two sets of square glass storage containers, one from IKEA and one from Aldi. They all have heavy duty clip on lids that are unaffected by the dishwasher and microwave. Being square, they fit well into the fridge. This is the IKEA version https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/p/ikea-365-food-container-with-lid-square-glass-plastic-glass-s39269120/ Just updating that over three years later, the original IKEA and Aldi lids are still going strong. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucy the Valiant Posted July 21, 2023 Share Posted July 21, 2023 Tangentially . . . plastic peanut butter lids as well as Parmesan cheese lids fit on a standard mason jar. Not 100% leak proof, but do a pretty good job. I'm interested in the silicone lids for the Pyrex, too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfknitter.# Posted July 21, 2023 Author Share Posted July 21, 2023 Funny to see this comeback around. My last batch of lid replacements have so far been ok. Thanks @Farrar for the link! I'll have to keep that in mind when I need new ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katilac Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 I admire our strong commitment to discussing alternative lids once a year. 2 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KungFuPanda Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 Everything that travels to work either goes in my lunch crock so it’ll be hot or a mason jar. If I’m going to need a plate for any of that, I just put a Corelle plate or pasta dish in my work bag. I also bring cutlery and a cloth napkin. I’m alone in my office so there’s nobody to judge me. 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BusyMom5 Posted July 22, 2023 Share Posted July 22, 2023 I bought a set of silicone ones on Amazon that have worked really well, but they cost as much as a whole new set! Then I bought the kind with 4 snap sides and use those quite a bit. https://www.amazon.com/Silicone-Replacement-Container-Included-blue-Mint/dp/B089Y76PKS/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=EQ1NLVG1X4JX&keywords=silicone+pyrex+lids&qid=1690052680&sprefix=silicone+pyrex+lids%2Caps%2C175&sr=8-3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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