These are much thicker than the last batch of containers I bought, which were black with clear tops. They don't been and flex like my old ones because they are made of a thicker plastic- I do appreciate that they completely seal and compartmentalize each separate item, because some do not and it makes things taste weird when you have one that doesn't. Colors are soft, pastel basically, but I'm more focused on quality. I'll probably buy more of these, now that I can feel how well made they are.