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Helga's White Wraps Range :
4.76 out of 5 based on 333 reviews.

Love tasty, versatile meal options for the whole family? Helga’s White Wraps Range will be your new best friend in the kitchen!

Full of taste, not artificial preservatives

A crowd-pleaser in the kitchen, Helga’s wraps are perfect for your whole crew. Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks and treats – it’s all sorted!

Whether it’s a traditional wrap for lunch or a soft taco for dinner, Helga’s White Wrap Range makes meals easier than ever. And the super soft texture is destined to be a hit with even the fussiest members of the family!

What’s more, the range is completely free from artificial colours, flavours and preservatives, and comes lower in sodium^ with no added sugar.

Helga's white wraps range of products.

Helga’s White Wrap varieties:

  • Helga’s Traditional White Wraps 8 packElevate your wrap experience to new heights of softness!
  • Helga’s Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack PSA: Perfect for tacos, lunchboxes, snack time, parties and much more.
  • Helga’s Sourdough Wraps 7 pack Australia’s Favourite Sourdough Wrap*, Helga’s take their time to blend and rest the dough.

Available at Woolworths, Coles, IGA and other independent grocery stores.

 

^40% less sodium compared to other leading brands that represent the average top 80% of the wraps market (566mg/100g January 2023).
*Based on total unit sales of Aisle Flat Bread/Wraps Sourdough category, Circana MAT to 09/02/2025, AU Grocery incl. Woolworths, Coles, Foodland, IGAs and Drakes.


Published 16th July 2025


  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Our kids go to for wraps

    We love these little wraps in our home. As soon as I buy them they disappear. Our kids put Nutella and banana on them and heat them up or eat as is, put strawberries and Nutella in. They use them for so much. Perfect also to make traditional wraps for littlies in the house.
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  • Helga's Traditional White Wraps 8 pack Review

    Family staple

    These wraps are one of our families staple products I buy weekly. We use them for traditional salad wraps or chicken and salad wraps, we make quesadillas of all kinds, we cut them up into triangles and pop them in the air fryer and use them as tortilla corn chip kind of things and dip them they turn out so delicious and this is such a great flavour wrap too everyone loves it it our home.
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Perfect quantity 👌

    Having 12 in the packet was excellent as they are a popular item in our household. Perfect size not only for school lunches but for my own lunch as I am diabetic and can't have toʻo many carbs at once. I made mini protein pizzas with some cheese, tomato paste and tuna
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Perfect snack size

    The mini wraps were great! I loved how there were 12 of them in a pack. We made some quesadillas as an after school snack with the wraps. The kids loved that they could make their own and load the wraps with mountains of cheese before toasting them up. Absolutely delicious and the perfect size.
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Sourdough Wraps 7 pack Review

    Helga’s Sourdough Wraps 7 pack Review

    Wanting to try something a little different I rolled them up and pinned them with wet toothpicks, then popped them in the oven for just long enough that they retained their shape, without going too crispy. Once they were cool enough to handle, but still warm, I chopped them into lengths of about 5cm each. I added two dipping dishes, one with a fine grade of olive oil and the other with a wonderful home-made Dukkah. Then it was just a matter of dipping the wrap rolls in the oil and dukkah, and snacking them down. My family loved them so much!!!
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Helga’s Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Loved Helga’s Soft White Mini Wraps!!! They have such a super soft texture!!! Great for wrapping grilled veggies and spinach with. Great with some tomatoes and lettuce too, each wrap nicely holds ingredients together while tasting amazing!! They are indeed very light and soft - super soft texture!!! Would definitely recommend them to family and friends!!!!
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Yummy

    This product is great for making fast meals. Simply put a few cos lettuce leaves, a few slices of tomatoes, a slice of cheddar cheese, one boiled egg and mayo to make a quick vegetarian wrap. Soft and tender, it can satisfy your hunger. Everyone in the household loved this product; it is a great size for kids when they don't want to eat too much.
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Traditional White Wraps 8 pack Review

    Delicious wraps for sweet and savoury

    These were very tasty either with savoury toppings, or sweet. I tried the white wraps as a Nutella pizza- toasted wrap with Nutella and strawberries on top and it was delicious!
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Traditional White Wraps 8 pack Review

    Great for toasting

    This product has a nice texture of softness when eaten. It can be toasted and has a crispy crunch, too. I used this product to try the famous TikTok Tortilla Fold. It was easy to assemble, making a delicious bacon, egg, avocado and cheese wrap. Everyone in the household loved this product.

    I love how this has a seal to maintain its freshness after you've only used a few wraps. This product also has a generous serving size for a wrap or burrito for an adult or even a kid!
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Sourdough Wraps 7 pack Review

    Healthy Wraps

    They are healthy wraps with lower sodium and contains no artificial flavours, colours or preservatives. They are really soft and delicious to eat. My family had it for lunch and dinner and I am very happy with how it tastes and also it was able to hold different types of fillings without tearing. I like that it comes in a resealable bag which keeps the wraps fresh for longer time. I would definitely recommend it.
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  • Helga's Traditional White Wraps 8 pack Review

    Versatile pantry staple!

    Helgas white wraps are a great pantry staple that can be used for any meal of the day. From Brekky wraps, to pizza bases or spinach and fetta rolls they can have so many different uses and are loved by all the family. We always keep a pack or two on hand in the pantry.
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  • Helga's Sourdough Wraps 7 pack Review

    Hubby’s fave

    Hubby is a chef and loves sourdough everything so if we have these wraps in the house he devours them. He uses them for salad wraps and also cuts them up to use as tortilla corn chips and chucks in the airfryer & makes dip to go with them and could go through a whole packet in one sitting doing that.
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  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Our kids go to for wraps

    We love these little wraps in our home. As soon as I buy them they disappear. Our kids put Nutella and banana on them and heat them up or eat as is, put strawberries and Nutella in. They use them for so much. Perfect also to make traditional wraps for littlies in the house.
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Traditional White Wraps 8 pack Review

    Family staple

    These wraps are one of our families staple products I buy weekly. We use them for traditional salad wraps or chicken and salad wraps, we make quesadillas of all kinds, we cut them up into triangles and pop them in the air fryer and use them as tortilla corn chip kind of things and dip them they turn out so delicious and this is such a great flavour wrap too everyone loves it it our home.
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Perfect quantity 👌

    Having 12 in the packet was excellent as they are a popular item in our household. Perfect size not only for school lunches but for my own lunch as I am diabetic and can't have toʻo many carbs at once. I made mini protein pizzas with some cheese, tomato paste and tuna
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Sourdough Wraps 7 pack Review

    Sourdough is amazing

    I love anything sourdough, and these wraps were just as good. I have never tried these ones before, but will definitely get again. They didn't stick together, weren't stiff and tough to fold. They have a great flavour, and my belly didn't get bloated afterwards. I will purchase these wraps again.
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  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Great soft bread

    My kids loved these. They always have wraps, but hate when they get stuck together. These pull apart nicely, have a soft texture to them and have a nice flavour. Don't taste like rubber. Will definitely purchase again. The mini's were a great size for my kids lunches. Thank you.
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  • Helga's Traditional White Wraps 8 pack Review

    Quick and easy to use

    The Helga’s traditional white wraps were great. They tasted great and were quick and easy to use. My kids made their own wraps and they held their shape very well. Best part of it was they loved the taste and was happy making their own dinner. There was even enough wraps in the pack that the kids could make another wrap.
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
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  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Perfect snack size

    The mini wraps were great! I loved how there were 12 of them in a pack. We made some quesadillas as an after school snack with the wraps. The kids loved that they could make their own and load the wraps with mountains of cheese before toasting them up. Absolutely delicious and the perfect size.
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Sourdough Wraps 7 pack Review

    Yummy Sourdough Wraps

    I wasn't sure what to expect of the Helga's Sourdough Wraps as I usually purchase plain white or wholemeal wraps. But the Sourdough Wraps were delicious! We used them as a pizza base - they held up so well, tasted delicious, were the perfect mix of soft and crunchy. All the family were very impressed.
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Delicious White Mini Wraps

    The Helga's Soft White Mini wraps were absolutely delicious! So light and versatile - we used them for tacos and lunch wraps. Mum, Dad and the kiddos all commented that the wraps were super fresh, easy to fold, did not break, and could hold a decent amount of fillings (both hot and cold). We will definitely be purchasing the Soft White Mini Wraps again - thanks Helga's!
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
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  • Helga's Sourdough Wraps 7 pack Review

    Helga’s Sourdough Wraps 7 pack Review

    Wanting to try something a little different I rolled them up and pinned them with wet toothpicks, then popped them in the oven for just long enough that they retained their shape, without going too crispy. Once they were cool enough to handle, but still warm, I chopped them into lengths of about 5cm each. I added two dipping dishes, one with a fine grade of olive oil and the other with a wonderful home-made Dukkah. Then it was just a matter of dipping the wrap rolls in the oil and dukkah, and snacking them down. My family loved them so much!!!
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Helga’s Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Loved Helga’s Soft White Mini Wraps!!! They have such a super soft texture!!! Great for wrapping grilled veggies and spinach with. Great with some tomatoes and lettuce too, each wrap nicely holds ingredients together while tasting amazing!! They are indeed very light and soft - super soft texture!!! Would definitely recommend them to family and friends!!!!
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Sourdough Wraps 7 pack Review

    Nice and different than your usual white wraps

    This product is nice and different. You can taste the texture of the sourdough. Great for wraps and burritos, I used this to make a fish burrito using fish fingers, lettuce, tomato, vintage cheddar cheese and mayo. With its generous size of a wrap, you can be full after eating the whole thing. The adults loved eating this product.
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  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Unable to find the mini wraps

    Unfortunately I was unable to find these wraps- the local Woolworths didn’t stock them, which was a shame because I was looking forward to the smaller sizes as being better for soft tacos , or as easier sized wraps to use for my toddler
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
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  • Helga's Soft White Mini Wraps 12 pack Review

    Yummy

    This product is great for making fast meals. Simply put a few cos lettuce leaves, a few slices of tomatoes, a slice of cheddar cheese, one boiled egg and mayo to make a quick vegetarian wrap. Soft and tender, it can satisfy your hunger. Everyone in the household loved this product; it is a great size for kids when they don't want to eat too much.
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Traditional White Wraps 8 pack Review

    Delicious wraps for sweet and savoury

    These were very tasty either with savoury toppings, or sweet. I tried the white wraps as a Nutella pizza- toasted wrap with Nutella and strawberries on top and it was delicious!
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Sourdough Wraps 7 pack Review

    Delicious and tasty wraps

    These wraps were delicious, my favourite way to have them was as ham and cheese quesadillas, and they were filling, tasty and nutritious.
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Traditional White Wraps 8 pack Review

    Great for toasting

    This product has a nice texture of softness when eaten. It can be toasted and has a crispy crunch, too. I used this product to try the famous TikTok Tortilla Fold. It was easy to assemble, making a delicious bacon, egg, avocado and cheese wrap. Everyone in the household loved this product.

    I love how this has a seal to maintain its freshness after you've only used a few wraps. This product also has a generous serving size for a wrap or burrito for an adult or even a kid!
    How would you rate this product now that you have tried it?
    This member received this product in exchange for their honest opinion.

  • Helga's Traditional White Wraps 8 pack Review

    Helga’s Traditional White Wraps 8 pack Review

    Helga’s Traditional White Wraps are oh so yummy, and definitely are above and beyond any other white wraps which I have tasted before, and there has been a lot of them!!! They are a large size, round in shape and are perfect for creating tasty snacks and meals. They have a super soft texture and don't crack or split when rolled!!!!
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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.

Top image: MontiiCo

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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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