Capacities range from about 10 ounces up to 42 ounces. Common sizes listed include 10 oz, 12 fl oz (12 oz), 15 oz, 15.5 oz, 20 oz and 42 oz.
Disposable popcorn bowls are sold as single serving pieces up to larger multi-packs. Examples in the listings include 25-, 40-, 42- and 72-count packs; reusable plastic bowls are sometimes offered in multi-packs (for example, 6-pack).
Common dimensions show diameters around 5 to about 7.38 inches and heights around 2 to 2.75 inches. Examples listed include product diameters of 5 in and 5.88 in, with overall heights of 2 in and 2.75 in.
Many reviewers describe the bowls as strong and sturdy, reporting they handle warm or messy foods—like soups, chili and pasta—without leaking or becoming soggy.
Listings show bowls used for everyday meals and snacks—cereal, soups, pasta—and for parties, picnics, barbecues and holiday or special-occasion servings such as salads, appetizers and desserts.