How We Choose

Our goal: help you make plastic-smart choices without overthinking it.

What we look at

  • Food-contact materials: glass, stainless steel, ceramic, silicone (and how each is used).
  • Build & durability: seams, coatings, seals, and parts that usually fail.
  • Use-case fit: who it’s best for (we call these ICP variants, like “Commuter Coffee Drinker”).
  • Care & safety: how to use it plastic-smart (e.g., reheat in glass first).
  • Price & availability: good value and easy to buy again.

Our PF badges

  • PF-100: no plastic touches food or drink.
  • PF-Lid-Off: a plastic lid is included—remove it around heat.
  • PF-Silicone: silicone touches food; avoid sharp tools and excessive heat.

How recommendations appear

  • Best-Fit Briefs (BFBs): quick answers (≤300 words) with one winner and a care tip.
  • Full posts: deeper testing, pros/cons, and alternatives.

Questions or corrections? Email Support@swapoutplastic.com.