# Steam Heating Lunch Boxes The 'Steambox' Self-Heating Lunch Box Steamed Up Meals at CES 2022 By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-01-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/selfheating-lunch-box References: [homecrux](https://www.homecrux.com/steambox-self-heating-lunch-box/165383/) & [steam-box](https://steam-box.com/)  The 'Steambox' self-heating lunch box was shown off at CES 2022 as an advanced accessory for those seeking out a better way to enjoy their choice of meal from virtually anywhere. The lunchbox maintains a relatively [compact size](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freezable-lunch-box) that is comparable to conventional options on the market, but is equipped with advanced technology inside that can be activated just before eating to have foods at the perfect temperature when lunchtime rolls around. The unit only requires water to be added before pressing the built-in button to start the [steaming process](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panasonic-flex-air-fryer) that will take between eight and 12-minutes to perform. The 'Steambox' self-heating lunch box is available to preorder now at a price point of $200 and works on three steaming levels including low, medium and high. Image Credit: Steambox ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 7.0/10 - Popularity: 99% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Self-heating Lunch Boxes:** The creation of self-heating lunch boxes with advanced technology provides an opportunity for convenience and on-the-go meals. - **Compact Food Heating Technology:** The development of compact technology for heating food provides opportunities for improved portability and convenience. - **Smart Home Food Heating Devices:** The trend towards smart home devices can include food heating products that provide automation and convenience. ### Where This Applies - **Consumer Electronics:** Consumer electronics companies can benefit by integrating food heating technology into portable devices. - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage companies can create new product lines for the growing market of convenient on-the-go meals. - **Smart Home:** Smart home companies can expand their product offerings to include smart food heating devices for convenient meal preparation. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Scheduled Self-Heating Lunchboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunchgo.md) - [Infrared Heating Lunchboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heatwave-go-n01.md) - [Self-Heating Solar-Powered Lunchboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunnyside-lunchbox.md) - [Branded Electric Lunch Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crockpot-go.md) - [Compact Desk Food Warmers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reheatly.md) - [Self-Heating Messenger Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/willtex-willcook.md) - [Stainless Steel Lunch Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stainless-steel-lunch-box.md) - [All-Inclusive Leakproof Lunch Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lunch-box1.md) - [Origami-Inspired Lunch Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldibox-2.md)