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Buyer guide

Aviator vs Spiral containers: which one should you buy?

Both formats are child-resistant and both look similar on a shelf. The difference is the closure action, and that decides your filling line speed and how customers feel about your pack.

Chubby Gorilla Aviator and Spiral child-resistant containers side by side
Chubby Gorilla Aviator and Spiral containers compared: same shelf presence, different child-resistant closure action

How the closures differ

Aviator uses a push and turn closure with a squeeze release, so it is fast to cap on a line and familiar to buyers. Spiral uses a threaded, screw down action that gives a smooth reclose and a cleaner silhouette.

Which format suits which product

A rough mapping that holds for most buyers.

  • Flower in 60ml to 480ml: Aviator, for speed and grip
  • Pre-rolls and slim formats: Spiral, for the narrower body
  • Edibles and gummies: either, choose on labeling area
  • Premium positioning: Spiral, for the finish and reclose feel

Labeling and decoration

Both formats accept wrap labels, pad print and silk screen. Check the curve on the panel before you commit to artwork: a wrap that looks flat in a mock-up can wrinkle on a tapered body.

Line considerations

Confirm torque specification and closure application speed with your co-packer. Certification covers a tested bottle and closure combination, so do not mix bodies and lids across formats.

Mockups and reference shots

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Documents for this guide

The drawings, specs and certificates behind the numbers on this page. Preview them here first, no form in front of it.

  • 2026 full product catalog

    Every stocked format with sizes, closures, materials and the customization options: finishes, printing, labeling and PCR resins.

    PDF
  • Product mockups

    Render-ready mockups for presentations, listings and artwork proofs before the first sample arrives.

    Images
  • Torque recommendations

    Application and removal torque values per closure. Use these to set your capper before a production run.

    Specs

Frequently asked

Are both formats child-resistant?
Yes, when bought as a matched body and closure set. Certification applies to the tested combination, not the shape.
Which format is cheaper?
Pricing tracks size and volume more than format. Ask for case, carton and pallet pricing on both and compare at your real run rate.
Can I customise either format?
Yes. Both support closure and body finishes, direct printing and labeling. Build a spec in the configurator and send it for pricing.

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