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Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.
Difflam Soothing Drops :
4.55 out of 5 based on 514 reviews.

Help soothe the first signs of a dry, tickly or scratchy throat.

New to supermarkets and chemists near you, Difflam Soothing Drops + Immune Support are great tasting throat drops for the first signs of a dry or tickly throat.

The drops help soothe dry, tickly throats while supporting the body’s immune health.

Difflam Soothing Drops are blended with Wellmune® for immune health support and natural New Zealand Manuka honey to coat the throat.

Wellmune® is a science-based super nutrient called beta glucan, a form of dietary fibre found naturally in some foods. Wellmune® is derived from a highly purified, proprietary baker’s yeast and offers immune health benefits to adults consuming 250 mg (or children 125 mg) per day.

Bursting with flavour, the soothing throat drops are available in three delicious variants; Honey & Lemon, Menthol & Eucalyptus and Black Elderberry. The throat drops are lactose free, gluten free, and free from artificial colours & flavours.

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Where can I buy Difflam Soothing Drops?

Difflam Soothing Drops + Immune Support will be available at Coles, Woolworths, IGA and pharmacies nationally, from the end of February 2022.

*This product contains isomalt. Excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

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Published 2nd May 2022


  • Family Friendly

    My kids had thos drops every morning during the start of winter and it did wonders for them. My husband also had a couple and says the taste was ok.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • The taste of Difflam is very great

    The drops help soothe dry, tickly throats while supporting the body’s immune health. Everyone in the family liked it very much.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Difflam soothing drops

    The Difflam soothing drops were very good. With flavours such as Menthol Eucalyptus, Black elderberry and Honey and lemon it was hard to pick a favourite. They were very soothing, doing exactly what they were supposed to do. I will definitely recommend these to friends and be using them over the coming winter time.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • difflam review

    its very good for sore thraot cough and for immune support .my kids tried them and they love them and they shared with there friends as well .everyone loved them .its very good for kids in this changing weather specialy for cold.i will definetly buy them .

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Difflam Soothing Drops soothes a dry sore throat

    Difflam Soothing Drops taste delicious. I love the three different flavours, it contains immune support and explains more on the back of the packaging. I also like that each flavour contains manuka honey, which is really good for me to consume when I am sick, it soothes my throat and helps me get on the mend.
    I highly recommend this product. The honey and lemon is my favourite.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Go-to brand!

    Love these soothing drops by Difflam, they work so quickly and they taste great! With different flavours so everyone can have their individual choice. This is a go-to product for our family.,

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Soothing and tasty!

    My whole family were pleasantly surprised with the soothing flavour of these difflam drops! My kids liked the blackcurrant flavour the most! I enjoyed all the flavours! I like that they came in individual wrappers! So I can take them anywhere anytime. They soothed out scratchy throats. Definitely recommend Difflam Soothing Drops

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Soothing and tasty!

    These arrived right on time for the sore throats we’ve just all experienced with covid. The three flavours are all great tasting and equally as soothing. The individually wrapped lozenges are super convenient for packing in a bag or just keeping handy on a bedside table for a late night coughing fit.
    The lozenges are effective in soothing a sore throat in minutes! The flavours are child friendly too!!

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • A flavour to suit everyone

    These are great when you have a tickle in your throat that lingers. Very handy in the handbag for when you’re out and are trying to keep your cough at bay.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Epic timing !

    Nailed the review timing for this one.
    The classic lemon flavour does the job for me and eases a sore throat. Pleasurable and easy to suck and swallow with results that are soothing and feel great. Well done in te packaging and flavour choices. I will be purchasing this product again moving forward.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Taste great and soothe the throat!

    These are so tasty, plus they really help soothe a sore throat. My husband and I used them while we had covid and about a week after and we could really feel the difference in how sore our throats were compared to not having them for the first few days. They aren’t too expensive either which is even better!

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Good Product

    Difflam is a great product, it does the job. The whole family love them. They come in some nice flavours aswell. Great value and it is one of our go to products.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Family Friendly

    My kids had thos drops every morning during the start of winter and it did wonders for them. My husband also had a couple and says the taste was ok.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Taste great and do the job

    These taste great & definitely soothe the sore throat. I like the size of them too, not too big like strepsils.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • A great option

    An awesome addition to your first aid kit, sit them with the cold and flu tablets or your homoeopathic remedy and whip them out at the first sign of a sore throat.
    This particular brand isn’t my go to, but with the large pack sizes, you can’t go wrong with them

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Great

    These are great they do the job perfectly and they are very soothing, I tried the purple one and it’s delicious

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Great soothing product

    I have used this product many times. I personally like to purchase the purple packet as the flavour is the best. They really do help to soothe your throat. They help to clear up a sore throat quicker than most other products available that I have tried. Really great product

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Difflam soothing drops

    I prefer the honey and lemon to the menthol eucalyptus or Black elderberry – thats just my preference though. I like manuka honey and i like its healing properties. Partner prefers the menthol eucalyptus.
    I like that they are not only at chemists but at the supermarket also, making it easy to pop them in your trolley, and no special trip to the chemist.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Truly efficient soothers

    Been buying and consuming the Difflam soothing drops since we have tried them. It helps in clearing or calming irritated throats. We have also shared a few packs to my brother’s family when his wife and two kids caught covid. They were very thankful as the kids like the taste and soothes them. Their fave was the elderberry while.ours is the classic honey and lemon. Grateful for soothing drops from Difflam.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Soothing

    Great for those annoying dry and tickly throats. I love the honey and lemon.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Amazing

    We have all had the flu and these have helped me and my kids so much

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Soothe and I always have it on hand.

    Did Lam drops are very Soothinh and they taste nice,, not like a medicine and I always have it on hand.
    I love the flavours and the packaging. The ingredients combined help my family and I always have some in my handbag. Tried this randomly and they worked. Would recommend.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Soothes a dry Throat

    I Love Difflam soothing drops. after recently having Covid I was left with a sore throat. I love the lemon and honey drops as the taste good and soothe the throat quickly. They are easy to take in my handbag and great to have 1 before a meeting.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Best soothing drops on the market

    Highly recommend and better than other brands available at the chemists 100%

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Great tasting and soothing

    I would highly recommended difflam soothing drops because they work, I’ve tried so many other competitive brands and difflam is by far the best. They’re soothing and tastes amazing and always helps my sore throat, they’re a life saver. They are great for the kids also because they love the taste and never got a complaint from them. These are a must have in your medicine cabinet during the winter season.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Soothing

    Purchased the Honey and Lemon Difflam Soothing Drops a few days ago for my sore throat. They were very soothing and the taste was okay. They leave me with a tingly tongue though??

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Great for sore throats

    Me and my husband both enjoy the taste of these and the fact they do help soothe the throat.
    He also uses them when he can’t stop coughing as they help moisten the dry throat.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Helpful

    I’m just getting over Covid and these have been my lifesaver, im still coughing but they absolutely relieve my dry sore throat

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Great lozengers

    After recently falling victim to the dreaded winter cold we brought these to try! They were great! Really soothing on the throat and also helped suppress our cough. The flavour was also great and we found these well priced in comparison to other brands. Looking forward to trying some of the other flavours when we fall sick again

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.


  • Even better than they look

    I bought these on impulses at the shops just the other day. The packaging was so bright and colourful. Then along came a sore throat and I was so grateful I did. They taste nice, work excellent. They are even better than they look, which is rare for most purchases these days!! Definitely will be in my pantry from now on.

    Difflam is my go-to brand for any kind of sore throat.
    Difflam Soothing Drops are very soothing.
    Difflam Soothing Drops taste great.
    I would highly recommend Difflam Soothing Drops.
    Difflam is a brand I trust for my family.

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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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  • 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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  • I absolutely love the bb box quite sturdy. It took many lunch box to find one that would last. Before this lunch box we had a stuck on you. I found the stuck on you lunch box didn’t last when the hinge’s snapped they wouldn’t get back to me (only had for a short time and my youngest couldn’t open it so it wasn’t dropped. Just opened it after the 8th time and snapped). The bb box has lasted the last year and a half and still going strong

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  • What a great help for busy Mommas like us. From the style to comfort and convenience, this article really put the best for our kids. Not to mention the added info about safety on what these lunchboxes were made of! I am also impressed about the organisation function of each, it seems small but woooh could put so much…thanks for sharing this article

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