Quick answer
For large salads and family-style serving, choose the 28.5cm Stone Age bowl. For everyday meals and individual portions, the Noa bowls offer more size flexibility at a lower price.
Size matters: how bowl diameter affects use
The 28.5cm Stone Age bowl is clearly the largest option, designed for salads and generous servings. Its wide diameter makes it a natural centerpiece for sharing dishes.
The Noa range includes 26cm, 23cm, and 11cm bowls. The 26cm and 23cm sizes work for side dishes or smaller salads, while the 11cm is suited for desserts or individual portions.
Think about how you actually serve food. If you often host meals or prepare large salads, the 28.5cm bowl gives you room to toss and serve. If your meals are simpler, a 23cm or 26cm bowl may be enough.
Style and design differences
Both the Stone Age and Noa collections feature modern, undecorated designs. This minimalist approach makes them easy to match with existing dinnerware.
The Stone Age bowl comes from Lubiana, while the Noa line is by Chodzież. Both are porcelain, but the visual character may differ slightly—consider which finish suits your table.
Because neither has decoration, they blend into any setting. Your choice may come down to size and price rather than pattern.
Price and value
The 28.5cm Stone Age bowl is priced at USD 7.00 (compare at USD 10.00). The Noa 26cm bowl is USD 6.12 (compare at USD 8.50), the 23cm is USD 4.97 (compare at USD 7.20), and the 11cm is USD 2.20 (compare at USD 3.60).
If you need a large serving bowl, the Stone Age offers the biggest size for a modest price. For everyday bowls, the Noa range gives you more options at lower cost per piece.
Trade-offs at a glance
- For large salads and sharing: Choose the 28.5cm Stone Age bowl. Its wide diameter gives you room to toss and serve a full salad. The trade-off is a higher price and more storage space needed.
- For everyday meals and smaller portions: Choose the Noa 23cm or 26cm bowl. They are lighter and more affordable, but you may need to serve salad in smaller batches. If you often cook for one or two, the 23cm might be enough—consider your typical portion size.
- For desserts or individual sides: The Noa 11cm bowl is compact and budget-friendly. It works for sides, desserts, or small snacks, but it is not suitable for main salads.
Product facts
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Salad Bowl 28.5cm | Stone Age: 28.5 cm diameter – ideal for salads and large servings. This generous size makes it a practical choice for family meals or when you want to serve a whole salad at once.
Salad Bowl 28.5cm | Stone Age
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Bowl 26cm Noa: Diameter: 26 cm, from the Noa collection by Chodzież. A slightly smaller but still roomy bowl that works for sides or smaller salads, and it costs less than the Stone Age.
Bowl 26cm Noa
Which bowl fits you?
Best for
- Home cooks who frequently serve large salads or family-style meals
- Those who want a single large bowl that can double as a centerpiece
Not for
- People who need multiple everyday bowls for individual portions—consider the Noa range instead
- Those with limited cabinet space who prefer smaller, stackable bowls