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Confidere is a brand I trust
Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
Confidere products suit my lifestyle
I would recommend Confidere to others
Confidere Liners :
4.52 out of 5 based on 160 reviews.

You deserve to feel your very best, no matter what!

Confidere helps you live the life you want with a discreet and dependable range of incontinence products.

Confidere Incontinence Regular and Long Liners

Providing you with discreet protection for bladder leakage, Confidere Regular and Long Liners have been specifically designed to provide reliable and comfortable protection for light bladder weakness. Individually folded and wrapped for your convenience, Confidere Liners have features including:

  • Odour Control System – to help eliminate odours for discretion and confidence.
  • Super Absorbent Core – quickly draws fluid away from the body, keeping you dry and comfortable.
  • Ultra Thin – flexible for a comfortable and secure fit.
  • Extra Soft Top Layer – a cottony feel for extra comfort

 

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Published 18th July 2019


  • I have been using Confidere Liners for a few months now and I am very satisfied with their quality and performance

    I have been using Confidere Liners for a few months now and I am very satisfied with their quality and performance. They are discreet, comfortable and absorbent, and they help me feel confident and fresh throughout the day. They are also easy to use and dispose of, and they come in different sizes and shapes to suit my needs. I would recommend Confidere Liners to anyone who is looking for a reliable and affordable solution for light bladder leakage
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Perfect Price

    I was lucky to be chosen to review Confidere sanitary pads and long liners and I continue to recommend them to my networks due to the quality, performance and price. I am surprised to read some reviews commenting about the products being overpriced. I actually find them to be comparable and even cheaper at regular price than some other brands. Confidere products are the perfect price for my budget.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Confidere

    I was truly delighted to be chosen to review Confidere regular pads. The packaging is super convenient and the sanitary pad in wrapper fits easily into my handbag. The pad is very soft and certainly comfortable and fits perfectly into underpants. I am extremely pleased with the level of absorbency of the pad and it remains in shape throughout the day. A sanitary pad that has both surprised and impressed me with design, comfort and absorbency.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • discreet and confident protection

    The regular pads were a great product that i will be purchasing again and reccomending .

    The individual packaging is great for transporting the product in your hand bag and the white cover is discreet and appropriate.

    The pad was not overly bulky but did contour to feel like it provided more protection by being a snug fit .

    The adhesive strip made the pad secure so you knew it would not more and would be where it was needed and also did not allow for the pad to bunch up and feel uncomfortable.

    The pad was soft and did not irritate the skin .

    The product was great and made me feel confident that i was protected without being uncomfortable .
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • feeling confident with confidere

    What a great product !!! The long liners i tried were appropriatly packaged and the white of the package made the product discreet to transport in my handbag or pocket of my jeans.

    The size of the product was appropriate and made me feel confident without being bulky.

    The adhesive strip did not let the product move and made me feel not only confident that the product was where it was needed " just in case" but it was also comfortable because it was not bunching up.

    An overall great product that i would reccomend .
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Discreet and comfortable

    These liners and pads are so discreet and comfortable. I was actually surprised how good they were. I would recommend you buy them.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Best liners ever

    After trying a number of liners I came to a conclusion the Confidere liners are just the ones I've been waiting for. They delivered what they said they would and more. I can highly recommend them to anyone seeking the extra protection to a bladder leakage. They are suitable to wear with any type of clothing eg.gym clothes, jeans etc. They stay in place not like some others making them almost like you don't even wear any. I feel confident and safe wearing them. Thumbs up. Thanks for the opportunity to test them out.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • perfect length

    I tried the long liners and i really liked these the length was perfect not too short like some others and not too thin ,they were very comfortable and i could hardly tell it was there i would buy these again now definitely ,i also tried the regular pads they had a nice bunched side to help stop leakage and it conforms well to your body shape ,they were a little thick if you don't like them thick but i do so i found they worked well and the thickness gave me confidence there would be no leakage they felt like good quality there were a good amount in each pack and they were very easy to remove from there packets.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • perfect thickness

    I tried the regular pads and the long liners ,the long liners were the best liners i have tried they were the perfect length not too short like other brands and the thickness was great thick enough that i didn't need to worry but not so thick that i could tell it was there i will definitely buy these liners now i really liked them ,the regular pads were good with there bunched edging so they conform to your body shape they were a bit thick if you prefer something thinner but i do prefer the thicker ones like these as they seem more comfortable ,there was a good amount in each pack and they are good quality i think.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Wow great for mums

    Wow. Since having weak bladder after my first pregnancy i have found this to be very helpful. The liners help durning the day and leaves a fresher smell than other liners.

    The pads were great for my period. Great support and the pad absorbs very well.

    I have never tried these before and since trying i always look out for them at the store.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • I have been using Confidere Liners for a few months now and I am very satisfied with their quality and performance

    I have been using Confidere Liners for a few months now and I am very satisfied with their quality and performance. They are discreet, comfortable and absorbent, and they help me feel confident and fresh throughout the day. They are also easy to use and dispose of, and they come in different sizes and shapes to suit my needs. I would recommend Confidere Liners to anyone who is looking for a reliable and affordable solution for light bladder leakage
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • The backup we all need!

    I have been using the Confidere pads and liners for past 1yr and I haven't been disappointed. I have a Leaking Bladder problem post my first pregnancy and now that I am expecting another baby, it seems to have come back.

    The liners and pads are very soft and long,providing the right protection and coverage we're looking for.

    They're quite absorbent so no embarrassing moments or frequent changes required.

    The lining has good quality odour control. Making me feel confident when wearing this product!
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Not impressed lately

    I've been using Confidere pads since they hit the shelves at Woolworths and wouldn't buy anything else but I don't know if you've change the design of them but I'm not impressed as in the last couple of months I have found they are now leaking thru
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Not impressed

    I've been using Confidere pads since they hit the shelves at Woolworths and wouldn't buy anything else but I don't know if you've change the design of them but I'm not at all impressed as in the last couple of months I have found they are now leaking thru This never happened before It seems like they have not protection barrier anymore
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Discreet reliable protection

    I found the Confidere liners to be absorbent enough to keep me fresh and dry from bladder leakage which could occur unexpectedly at any time of the day. Wearing the Confidere liners allows me to confidently go about my day without the fear and worry of embarrassing leakages. They are so comfortable that I hardly notice I'm wearing them while they discreetly do the job of of keeping protected. Since I first received the sample I've continued to purchase them as a part of my everyday bladder leakage control.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Confidere gives me Confidence

    I found these liners to be reasonably comfortable, no bunching like some products do. I felt fresh and clean and well protected. I appreciated the good quality adhesive which meant even on hot qld days they stayed put. They moved with my body and didn't come unstuck at any time.

    The pad version was a little too thick in my opinion, I didn't feel as discrete but I could not fault it on its absorbency or odour protection.

    Both products have been manufactured so suit the consumer and they do exactly what they state. I would recommend them be included in maternity bags and samples given out to to everyone so they can feel confident even with a leaky bladder!
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Does the job, but sensitive skin = NO

    Don't use if you have sensitive skin. It irritated me.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Does the job, but sensitive skin = NO

    It definitely does the job. Not sure how pricey they are. I've very sensitive down there and got itchy after 2 days of use. I generally have to buy organic pads and trying these made me realise that I still am very sensitive, so if you are sensitive, don't use this.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Excellent product

    This product was surprisingly good. It moulded to my body making it secure and comfortable. It seemed like a quality product that I would definitely use again!
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Great product

    The confidere regular pads are fantastic discreet super absorbent and of great quality I really recommend this product
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Comfy liners

    The confidere liners were comfortable and had great absorbency. You really couldn’t notice wearing them. They are thin and kept in place while wearing them even while running after my kids and looking after a newborn. I just wish they came in own little packets so I could pop them in my bag.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Wear your confidence, comfortably!

    It is difficult to be fully confident when you suffer from bladder leakage. But, when I started using Confidere liners and pads, I was quite surprised about how absorbing, soft and odour controlling they were.

    Very conveniently packaged and great to use in between periods.

    Thanks for having me try this product. I highly recommend other ladies to try it for themselves and feel the confidence with Confidere.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Wear your confidence, comfortably!

    I've been struggling with leaking bladder post baby. I've had a traumatic birthing experience which also contributed to my bladder leakage.

    When I trialled the Confidere liners, I was quite surprised about how absorbing they were and had great odour control system. They were comfortable with soft cotton lining.

    Quite conveniently packaged and great to use in between periods as well.

    I would recommend other ladies out there to give it a go and feel the difference yourself. Afterall now you can wear your confidence with Confidere.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Liners that kept me fresh all day

    These liners were nice and thin and fitted perfectly on to my underwear. They had a good length and were very adhesive which meant they sat securely in place. I was able to go shopping, dancing and even working out with confidence and comfort. I would definitely recommend these liners for all day long freshness and protection.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Comfortable discreet protection

    I liked that the pad was extra long and provided great coverage. There were not the accidental leaks onto my underwear which I had experienced in the past with other products. It sat securely and didn't move out of place. It was comfortable to wear and kept me safe and protected.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Pads with confidence

    My review for the confidere liners and pads are that they were well worth trying. I used them for my slight continence problem when I exercise or sneezing and they felt like they weren't even there and worked a charm. Highly recommended to anyone that has a continence problem and wants to try something that is both comfortable and worthwhile.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Feel dry with confidere

    It stays in place. Keeps you dry all day. The regular pad is a little bit bulky but it's good to use when you have your period. The thinner pad on the other hand is very discreet. You don't feel like you have it on.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Confidere liners

    I liked these liners a lot. Their wrapping is super convenient and could fit in my tiny bag. They are very soft, discreet and comfortable. Their absorbency was amazing, feeling dry right away and with no odors at all. Stayed in place the whole day and I was not worried at all about leakages.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Great product

    I liked that the packaging is very convenient and that fits easily into my handbag. The liners are very comfortable, stayed in place the whole day and their absorbency was incredible, leaving no odor at all.

    The pads are also very soft. I am happy with their absorbency and that stayed in place the whole day. The only thing I didn’t like was the thickness of the pad. I would preferred it a little thinner.
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others


  • Fresh as a daisy

    Evamay Incontinence Pads are the perfect addition to any handbag! There is no worse feeling then going out with a group of friends, all having a laugh and oh oh, you have laughed a little too hard. Race off to the loo, pull out your trusty EvaMay pad, and you’ll be back laughing like a hyena in no time. As an added bonus, the pads are super absorbent, so in case of emergency, they double as a sponge! No more tears over spilt milk!
    Confidere is a brand I trust
    Confidere makes me feel secure and confident
    Confidere products are comfortable and discreet
    Confidere products suit my lifestyle
    I would recommend Confidere to others

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The right lunch box helps keep little humans nourished while making life a lot easier for mums and dads! So to help you find the perfect one faster, we’ve put the best kids’ lunch boxes for school in Australia in one handy spot.

Kids’ lunch boxes have come a very long way. No longer just plastic boxes for toting treats, they’re now durable, washable, droppable and best of all, easy for kids to use. There are heaps of different styles to choose from, and if you head to the bottom of this article, you’ll find more information on what to look for, how to choose the right one for your child, and even what to put in it!

Whether you’re after a colourful lunch box to match that new drink bottle, or a machine-washable option that saves you time, there’s something in our shortlist for every type of foodie.

The Star Patrol Mini Lunch Case.
The Star Patrol Mini Lunch Case. Image: The Somewhere Co.

Lunch Box Comparison Table

If you’re not sure where to start when it comes to lunch box shopping, check out our comparison table below as a handy guide. (Use the bottom slider to see all brands)

The table below is a guide only. Products are subject to changes by brands.

MontiiCoB.BoxFrank Green Lunch ContainerYumboxSky Gazer Bentgo ModernThe Somewhere Co. MiniEcoCocoonBright Star KidsStuck On YouCountry Road ElysiaOmieBox
StyleBagBentoBoxBentoBagBentoBagBentoBagBentoBagBento
Colour variationsYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYESYES
MaterialFabric & aluminium liningPP & siliconeStainless steel & siliconeABS, tritan & siliconeFabric & PEVA liningBPA-free plasticRPET & aluminium foil liningStainless steel & siliconeFabric & insulation liningBPA-free plastic100% cotton canvas & insulation liningStainless steel, plastic & silicone
Start price$42.95$27.95$79.95$49.95$34.99$39.95$38$84.95$39.95$54.95$59.95$89.95
Loved for itsRoomy size & machine washable designCustom divider3-in-1 designPortion-controlled sectionsUnique designsRemovable sandwich dividerShoulder strapDishwasher-safe partsPersonalisationLeak-proof silicone sealInternal name labelStorage for hot and cold food
Mouths Of Mums Kids’ Lunch Boxes Comparison Table. (The products above are featured in our shortlist below.)

How to choose the best lunch box for school

When you’re searching for a kids’ lunch box, take the time to work out what will best suit their needs. If you make the right choice and invest in a quality one, it will last many years.

  • Box, bento or bag? If your child doesn’t like different foods touching, a bento lunch box is a great choice. Also, think about whether they prefer cut-up or whole fruit; a bento is better suited to cut food, while bags and boxes suit whole fruit. Bags are fantastic if you like to pack separate containers, like smaller bento or snack containers.
  • Freshness is a must – An insulated bag or box will keep everything cool and fresh until snack and lunchtime. But you can also get boxes that come with cold and ice packs. Remember, kids’ lunches often sit at room temperature for up to 5 or 6 hours before they’re eaten, so insulation and coolness are important. Check out how to keep school lunches safe in the heat.
  • Easy-to-clean design – Check if the box is dishwasher-safe, or for lunch bags, if they’re machine-washable.
  • Leak-proof – The last thing you want is a soggy mess at lunchtime, so if buying a hard lunch box, look for designs that are leak-proof with proper seals.
  • Child-friendly – Depending on your child’s motor skills and independence, you may need to start with a product that’s simple to open and close.
  • The right size – We tend to pack way too much in our kids’ lunches, so think about how much realistically you’ll need to pack for your child when choosing the size of their lunch box. You may also need to consider the size of their school bags.

12 Best Lunch Boxes For School Kids In Australia

Ready to get back-to-school sorted? From stainless steel gems to beautiful bentos, we’ve done all the hard work so you don’t have to. So sit back and enjoy our curated Mom Guide of the best kids’ lunch boxes for school in Australia.

Any included reviews come via the Mouths of Mums Facebook Page.

MontiiCo Large Lunch Bags, $42.95

MontiiCo Large Lunch Bags.

These award-winning lunch bags have sold over 200,000 units – and it’s clear to see why. The interior of each large bag measures 29cm x 23.5cm x 7.5cm, making them big enough to fit multiple containers and even many popular bento boxes. Each bag comes with an ice pack for up to eight hours of cooling – and you have a massive range of designs to choose from.

Pros:

  • Interior name label
  • Fabulous large size fits everything!
  • Comes with an ice pack for day-long cooling

“A vote for montii co lunch boxes, lunch bags and freezer bricks (they really do stay frozen all day!!” (Megan)

“Montii lunch bags are the best and the freezer brick can stay frozen for ages I forgot one day and it was still cold after 24hrs” (Sarah)

Where to buy it: MontiiCo, Lime Tree Kids


b.box 2L Kids’ Lunch Box, $27.95

B.box 2L kids bento lunch boxes.

Tired of apples not fitting in hard lunch boxes? b.box has solved this with its flexible ‘whole fruit holder’ that bends around the fruit rather than squashing it – genius! If you’re not keen on cutting up a fruit salad every day, this multi-compartment two-litre lunch box has handy homes for everything. It also comes with a gel cooler pack (a must for Aussie summer!), and it’s freezer-safe. Choose from a range of colours.

Pros:

  • Leak-proof silicone seal
  • Comes with a gel cooler pack
  • The square section is big enough for a regular sandwich

“B-box lunch boxes are the best…all parts come out so you can wash them super easy! So many awesome accessories available for them too!” (Kerrie)

“BBox lunch boxes are great and they fit in the large Montiico lunch bags. As someone has said, the ice brick that comes with it is amazing too” (Tash)

“I really like the B.Box lunch boxes.” (Kendal)

“Bbox is the winner in our community on repeat.” (Mums On A Budget)

Where to buy it: Kitchen Warehouse, Woolworths, b.box


Frank Green Lunch Container, $79.95

Frank Green coloured lunch containers.

Got a Frank Green fan on your hands? This is the lunch box to match their drink bottle. It comes in a gorgeous range of colours suited to all ages and uses 90% post-consumer recycled stainless steel and quality silicone lids. Monograms, bumper guards and ice bricks are all available separately.

Pros:

  • Leak-resistant design for mess-free travel
  • Comes with two microwave-safe removable containers
  • Customisable with your choice of bumper, ice brick and monogramming (at an additional cost)

Where to buy it: Frank Green


Yumbox Kids’ Compartment Lunch Boxes, from $49.95 

Yumbox Kids Bento Box shown in pink and purple options.

With the option of four, five or six compartments, it’s easy to see why Yumbox Bento Lunch Boxes are such a hit with Australian kids. They feature handy, pre-measured half-cup serving compartments to help pack a healthy lunch and contain absolutely no BPA or phthalates. Pop it straight into the dishwasher on the top rack for easy cleaning.

Pros:

  • Top rack dishwasher-safe
  • Includes five half-cup sections for portion control
  • Sections are labelled to help parents with a balanced lunch

Where to buy it: Biome, Yumbox


Sky Gazer Insulated Lunch Bag, from $34.99

Sky Gazer Insulated Lunch Bags.

If your little (or not-so-little) one wants a lunch bag everyone will comment on, this is it. Available in a range of stunning designs, they come with a long and strong handle and easy-use zippers. But good looks aside, what’s winning heart about these is their capacity – they hold up to seven litres of food!

Pros:

  • Water-resistant
  • PEVA internal lining
  • Side pocket for a water bottle

Where to buy it: THE ICONIC, Sky Gazer


Bentgo Modern Bento Boxes, $39.95

Bentgo Modern Lunch Boxes.

After something a bit more mature? Bentgo’s Modern lunch boxes are a great option. They have a sleek matte finish in a choice of four stylish shades, including Mint Green, Orchid, Dark Grey and Navy. Each is cleverly designed with a removable divider that allows you to choose between using three or four compartments. Even better, they are leak-proof, microwave-safe and fine to pop in the dishwasher.

Pros:

  • Kid-friendly latch
  • Antibacterial silicone seal
  • Includes four large compartments

Where to buy it: Kitchen Warehouse, Amazon


The Somewhere Co Mini Lunch Case, $38

The Somewhere Co. Mini Lunch Bags.

Colourful and easy to carry, these bags are insulated, eco-friendly and secure. It features aluminium foil lining that keeps food fresh all day long, and it comes with top-level carry handles and a shoulder strap, which is brilliant for those days when kids have a lot to tote. Choose from a range of styles.

Pros:

  • Roomy and stylish
  • Shoulder strap makes carrying easy (and great if schoolbags are too full!)
  • Zip-front pocket handy for cold packs or notes from mum

Where to buy it: The Somewhere Co.


EcoCocoon Leak-Proof Bento Lunch Box, $84.95

EcoCocoon Leak-Proof Lunch Box with a bagel and fresh food inside.

Large enough for the hungriest of school kids, this stainless steel wonder has a removable silicone seal in the lid to stop thick liquids from leaking. No more soggy anything! There are five handy compartments to make sure all of the food groups are ticked off, with a large compartment perfect for sandwiches, and smaller ones for snacks.

Pros:

  • Dishwasher-safe
  • Every compartment is leak-proof
  • Easy to open and close (suitable for younger kids)

Where to buy it: Biome, EcoCocoon


Bright Star Kids Personalised Lunch Bags, $39.95

Bright Star Kids insulated lunch bags in a row.

Practical and customisable with your child’s name, these insulated bags tick all the boxes. You have a choice of five bag colours, and from there you get to choose from a huge range of designs and fonts to personalise it! Each comes with a mesh pocket for ice bricks, a top carry handle, a secure zip closure and enough internal space to fit a medium bento box.

Pros:

  • Machine-washable
  • Internal mesh pocket for an ice brick
  • With their name on it, you won’t need to visit lost property!

Where to buy it: Bright Star Kids


Stuck On You Large Personalised Bento Lunch Box, $54.95

Stuck On You Large Kids' Bento Boxes.

With a leak-proof silicone seal, these colourful lunch companions keep sauces and dips right where they belong. They come with six compartments, which convert to three for easy washing on the top shelf of the dishwasher. They’re free from any nasties and customisation with your child’s name – no more lost property, yay! Choose from box colours of Matte Navy, Pink Lemonade, Dusky Blue or Seafoam Green- if you can!

Pros:

  • BPA and phthalate-free
  • Top rack dishwasher-safe
  • Separates into three parts for easy cleaning

Where to buy it: Stuck On You


Country Road Elysia Lunch Pack, $59.95

Country Road Elysia Lunch Packs in pink and green.

Uber stylish and as roomy as can be, these contemporary bags are perfect for kids of all ages who prefer to pack several separate containers. It has a 100% cotton canvas outer, an insulated lining and comes with a super handy internal name label. Just as great for preschool as they are for high school.

Pros:

  • Easy-carry handle
  • Internal name label
  • Stylish design, great for kids who prefer muted shades

Where to buy it: THE ICONIC, Country Road


OmieBox Hot/Cold Bento Lunch Box V2, $89.95

Omiebox hot and cold kids' lunch boxes in pink and blue styles.

Finally, a kids’ lunch box that stores hot AND cold food in one place! Designed out of necessity by a problem-solving mum, the OmieBox encourages low-waste lunches and ends the need to use multiple clunky containers (which always get lost!). The spill-proof individual compartments mean no mixing of savoury and sweet, and the  280ml double-wall thermos keeps soups and pasta hot for up to six hours!

Pros:

  • Keeps food hot for up to 6 hours
  • Fabulous for ‘nude food’ lunches
  • Awesome carry handle for younger kids

Where to buy it: Biome, Woolworths


What to put in kids’ lunch boxes

Health professionals agree that kids need a good balance of lean protein, grains, fruit and vegetables throughout the school day. Skip the processed food and try to reach for whole foods that pack a punch in the nutrient department. Here are some great ideas:

  • Grilled chicken or turkey wraps with fresh salad
  • Crackers and vegetable sticks with healthy dips like hummus
  • Whole-grain pasta with cherry tomatoes and your choice of cheese
  • Zucchini slice cut into rectangles for easy stacking in an insulated box
  • Almond-meal slice with raspberries or blueberries – or both!
  • Vegetarian sausage rolls – these freeze well and make a great meat-free lunch when cold.

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  • That lunchbox comparison table is handy to have. It helped me make a decision on which lunchbox to buy next for my daughter who is starting kindergarten. I needed to upgrade her lunchbox but wasn’t sure which way to go. The table helped me with my decision. I ended up going with the BBOX and have found a cheaper lunch bag from a department store that it fits in.

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  • I do not know if anyone else has picked up on this or not, but every bag mentioned in the table above is a ‘designer’ brand. There are plenty of more affordable options that aren’t over $40. I have never spent that much on a lunchbox – even from Smiggle. The cheaper brands last just as well too.

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  • Getting ready for the return to school has started to kick in so this was a timely read. We have the yum box and i love it, it is so easy for my daughter to open and close on her own. I find the lunch cooler bags also a great idea however some days depending on what else needs to go to school, they can be quite bulky to include in the school bag. I need to do some more research this year as i like the idea of being able to watch it in the washing machine, that is a clever idea.

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  • Along with all of the other back to school products; there is also a good range of lunch boxes available for people to buy. It has been fun to see the wide range of bottles and lunch boxes that are available for the new year for school and for work.

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  • Lunch boxes have come such a long way since my eldest was a kid, he’s now 26! There’s really a solution to everything from food heating, cooling, dividers, pockets etc etc. Lunch boxes are a real fashion accessory and so on-trend these days. I personally love the Bento lunch boxes. They save on plastic and separate different foods.

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  • I am such a huge fan of Bento lunch boxes and Bento. Food should be so many wonderful things; including delicious, fun, colourful and nutritious too. Lunch is a favourite meal because the body is ready for some more calories and a boost of energy. Food looks so good in Bento lunch boxes.

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  • So so many fantastic options! We use the montii co ones for our kdis and swear by it. Its lasted 3 years so far and still standing strong, like new since the first day using it. They are so durable and i find cleaning them to be the easiest for us.

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  • There are so many great lunch box option out there indeed ! I’ve always liked the Bento style lunch boxes for my kids. It reduces the use of plastic lunch bags and packaged food which aren’t very good for the environment and it encourages to present a good variety of foods (which is not only better nutrition wise but lao to prevent our kids from getting bored with same foods all the time.

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  • There are some really fabulous options here. So many variations of colour, shape and size. I love the bento style lunch boxes, so handy to keep food separate and eliminate the use of plastic packaging. The machine washable bags are a great idea too. They can get grubby so fast, this would be so much easier to maintain

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  • This has gotten much easier since my kids hit high school – they have strong opinions about their lunch boxes, so I don’t have to think about it so much anymore! However, I am strongly in favor of bento style boxes regardless of their age. They’re easy to clean, easy to pack, and invite appropriate sized portions.

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  • Great article! Our kids are so lucky, when it comes to lunchboxes, they really are spoilt for choice. There are so many to pick from. Regarding sandwiches, my eldest son, used to hate sandwiches for school lunches. It wasn’t until many years later that I discovered that he’d throw out his sandwiches in the playground bins. My son’s an adult now and he still hates sandwiches. He only likes “hot” lunches. So glad he lives on his own now and can make his own “hot” lunches just the way he likes them.

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  • This is an extremely useful article!! 2 schppl going kids and third starting kinder soon means we are always on the lookout for lunch ideas and lunch boxes. This is a great list with features and prices listed to make the search easier and help with decision making for purchasing of the lunch boxes

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  • This is super useful article and thank you. I can see so variety of lunch boxes from every store. Always wonder which one would be more convenient to use by little hands. I love some of these lunchboxes to give it a try for this year. And then decide to go with suitable ones

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  • Wow, lunch boxes have really come such a long way from when I was taking a lunch box to school. Feel old, like “back in my day”, but we were lucky to have options like are available now. While I like some of these designs, I feel like they aren’t super practical.

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  • These lunchboxes are beautiful but are they really worth the expensive price tag? I have been through so many lunch boxes and bags over the years and found the best it to use an insulated lunchbox bag with ice brick and use small containers to keep individual items fresh and assessable.

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  • I love the bbox lunch boxes. They are so reliable and tough when kids throw their bags around. Easy to wash and store. I have used the we can be tiny snackies at home too. The boys love choosing a certain animal shape. They wash well, are durable and great quality.

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  • My kids are old enough now to pack their own lunches and I am so happy to see the great choices they are making. They take left over meals, cook food in the morning to take and now I am confident they aren’t throwing away sandwiches! I do have the chilly bags for them, I find they fit better into bags

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  • Love our bento b.boxes. So easy to pack. I do however worry that they’re made of plastic, not metal….

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  • My daughter uses a bento box now for work and sometimes an insulated bag in summer, but when she was at school it was a rectangular lunch box with no compartments. It was very easy to wash each day, just the box and lid, and it could still be filled with rolls/sandwiches and snacks.

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  • Lunchboxes are so important these days. Back in my day it was a brown paper bag or the exact same lunch box that everyone else had and there were three compartments. Today its such a fashion statement and as much as the lunchbox itself is judged so are the contents.

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