Gezond 100% Compostable 5 Compartment Plates 12.5 x 8.6 in - Durable

In this review of the Gezond 5 compartment plates, the bottom line is simple: these large, sugarcane fiber trays suit anyone who needs a sturdy, disposable plate that separates foods and composts afterwards. The reviewer found them especially useful for school lunches, buffets and backyard barbecues because the five compartments keep flavors apart and the heavy duty construction holds up to hot, saucy mains. If you want compostable plates that can withstand microwave reheating and do not leak, this review explains why these trays are worth considering.

Key Features

• 100% Compostable: Made from sustainable sugarcane fibers and compliant with ASTM D6400 and D6868, these plates break down in industrial composting in 1-6 months.
• Five Compartments: The molded 5-compartment layout keeps appetizers, mains and desserts separated so flavors do not mix and portions stay organized.
• Microwave and Freezer Safe: Integrated molding technology lets you refrigerate or microwave food up to 248F without the plate deforming.
• Water and Oil Resistant: Treated fibers resist water and grease so wet or saucy foods do not easily seep through during a meal.
• Sturdy and Durable: At 12.5 x 8.6 in with a heavy duty build, the tray supports hot, heavy servings without cracking or collapse.

Who It's For

These plates are a strong match for parents packing school lunches, caterers running buffet lines, and hosts of casual gatherings who want quick cleanup without plastic waste. They are also useful for outdoor events like picnics and barbecues where durability and portion separation matter.

Shoppers who need single-use plates for fine dining, formal plating, or very long-term hot-holding should look elsewhere; these are optimized for convenience, compostability and short-term serving rather than upscale presentation or prolonged heat exposure beyond normal reheating.

Pros & Cons

Pros

• Sturdy construction handles heavy portions and hot foods without bending or breaking.
• Five compartments are genuinely useful for keeping different foods separate during meals and buffets.
• Compostable sugarcane material meets ASTM standards and is suitable for industrial composting.
• Microwave and freezer safe up to 248F, making reheating and storage convenient.

Cons

• Home composting times can vary by household, so disposal benefits are clearest with industrial compost facilities.
• Not designed for upscale plating or extended hot-holding beyond typical reheating temperatures.

Specifications

Material	Sugarcane fiber (100% compostable)
Number of compartments	5
Dimensions	12.5 in x 8.6 in
Pack quantity	100 plates
Temperature safe	Microwave and freezer safe up to 248F
Standards	Complies with ASTM D6400 and D6868

Our Verdict

These Gezond 5 compartment compostable plates offer practical, eco-friendly performance for everyday gatherings, school lunches and party buffets. They balance sturdiness, good leak resistance and microwave safety with compostable materials, making them a good value for hosts who want disposable convenience without plastic waste.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are these plates microwave safe?
Yes, the trays are microwave safe up to 248F and can be reheated without deforming.

Will they leak with saucy foods?
The sugarcane fiber is water and oil resistant for typical use, and customers report the plates are effectively leak proof for most meals.

Do they compost at home?
They are 100% compostable and meet ASTM standards; industrial composting completes in 1-6 months, while home composting times vary by household.