Capacities range from small single-serve bowls (~10–15 fl oz) up to large serving bowls (up to 211 fl oz). Mixing sets list sizes in quarts, commonly up to 7 quarts.
Several sets include lids—commonly plastic or polypropylene—and many use tight-fitting or clear lids. These lids are typically included with mixing or glass bowl sets to help maintain freshness and allow stacked storage.
Many mixing sets nest for compact storage and include nonslip silicone bases to keep bowls steady. Several sets also come with lids that support stacked, sealed storage.