As mums, we’re always on the lookout for great quality and great priced gift ideas! Whether it’s gifts for our children, the numerous parties they are invited to attend or even a sneaky little gift for ourselves, we love discovering something new that’s guaranteed to impress!
Which is why we’re so excited to introduce iCutes … mini speakers that are connectable, collectable and proudly developed by two Aussie Dads for their children and now yours!
iCutes mini speakers … quality sound at home, out and about … anywhere.
If you love listening to and sharing music on your phone, tablet, MP3 player or laptop you’ll love iCutes! No larger than a golf ball, iCutes deliver an unbelievably powerful sound that lasts for hours and hours. They’re also perfect as a hands free for your mobile.
iCutes mini speakers … collect two, three or all six and connect them up.
These cool little iCutes really pack a punch on their own but their connectability means you can plug two or more together and they take on a whole new dimension … the more you add, the bigger and better the sound!
iCutes mini speakers … six cool little characters means there’s a perfect match for everyone.
Left to Right: Brown Bear; Panda; Little Devil; Pink Bunny; White Bunny and Green Bear … which one (or two) would you choose?
See iCutes mini speakers in action …
Where are iCutes mini speakers available?
The genuine iCutes are not available in stores! They are ONLY AVAILABLE ONLINE at icutes.com.au. Look for the genuine product for superior quality and unbelievably good sound! iCutes retail for $19.95 each and are only available online at www.icutes.com.au
iCutes are also offering FREE DELIVERY if you buy now! Imagine, Christmas gifts taken care of and delivered straight to you.
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In the iCutes review, mums selected will receive two iCutes each to review. We’ll be asking mums and their families to test the sound quality and the connectability of the iCutes and then post their review and ratings on this page.
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Over the holidays I had the pleasure of listening to these cute little speakers. I think they are suitable for kid, teens and adults. they are REALLY cute. The sound quality is really clear. you don't get that tinny crackling sound you get from a lot of other mini speakers. good product.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
These speakers are fabulous and I just love love love them. When testing out the sound with one and then 2 you could definitely tell the difference in the surround sound that 2 of them together make. My mother also happen to be with me when I first tried them out and now she wants some and let's face it they are too cute. Definitely going to be recommending these to people.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I was luckily enough to receive the pink rabbit and brown bear icute to review. When I opened it struck me how well they were made and how cute they were, my kids also thought they were cute and they were very interested in them.
I tried them on my iphone, tablet and computer and was amazed at the great sound from such a small speaker. They are a great product and an ideal present.
I am going to give myself a present and buy the set, much to my kids delight.
Great idea and fantastic product.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I absolutely love the icutes mini speakers. They are so easy to use & I put the little keyring on my finger & can take the speakers anywhere to listen to my music. My 4 kids love them, they can easily use them in their iPods & they all want a set for Christmas! A great gift for any age.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
So little and cute but still puts out an amazing quality in sound, I honestly wasn't sure when I saw them but now I want one and will have to fight the boys to see which one I can score ;-) lol
Love the size, love the characters,love the sound quality,and even better they are great value for money for those parents struggling to find the right gift for teens!
Thanks so much for allowing me to review this awesome product , one very happy reviewer here :-)
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I couldn't be leave how good the sound was it was not muffled of anything I have only received it today but have tryed on my iPod MP3 player and tablet. It's amazing you don't realise how loude thery are you would thing that it would not be the style is so cut I got the white rabbit and panda when I see them in the shopes I will be buying all of them.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I love the iCutes Mini Speakers. I've got young 4 kids & 5 nieces & nephews & I know what I'll be buying them. My 3 year old loves using it in his ipod.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I love these cute little speakers. I bought these for my daughter for Christmas after a previous set I had bought of a cheaper brand didn't work. They are very cute, work brilliant and have a crisp sound. My daughter loves them because they are just cute as beans and she doesn't have to use earphones to hear her iPod properly. They were a great purchase for her and she couldn't be any happier. Will be buying these for my son also who is just a little bit jealous that he doesn't have some too.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I got these for my daughter for Christmas, they seem great so far, I wouldn't use them myself but my daughter loves them, she loves anything animals or anything that is oh so cute. They do the job so am happy. I bought this Due to buying cheaper ones and they didn't work. So glad these are working for her.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
These are the cutest little speakers I have seen. They made an excellent Christmas present, we're quite a good price also. They would have been great with an easy to carry case that also holds your iPhone, etc. They have great sound and even with the connectivity there is minimal to no interference between the speakers and the product. Love these very much.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I wasn't choosen to review however I did buy these for my son to use when he plays on the ipad. They are so adorable and great value for money! Excellent gift idea also
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I love this iCutes mini speakers with awesome sound and better than other speakers that I owned. Really flexible to take it when we are on to go. Also this iCutes mini speakers perfect for gift too. My friends also love this iCutes mini speakers. This product really value of money and I defenitely will recommend this product for others.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I wasn't on the review team however, my daughter recommended them so I bought a pair (devil), it's very cute but I find the sound not brilliant & hurts my ear after a couple hours. Very neat though, maybe I'm too old lol :)
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I was so amazed at these product. They were given to my daughter as a gift for her birthday and she loves them. I have since actually purchased them for another child for their birthday and they are proving to be hit.
The designs are gorgeous and they are easy to assemble.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I wasn't selected as a reviewer but I got some of these cute speakers. Such a great product. The sound quality is amzaming. And great for taking on picnics with my family. Easy to store away and they don't take uo a huge amount of space
Defininately be buying some more of these cute speakers
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I bought these speakers and I love that they work so well, I even bought them as a stocking filler for lots of kids at Christmas time. They are worth there money and they look super cute Choose from which is a good option to have. Definitely something to get the kids for iPod or phone
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
My son got 1 for his birthday and i was not sure about them After he use it i was pleasantly surprised at how well they actually work, they are small and compact so easy to carry with you. I think some more designs for boys would be, great overall a good little product
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I bought this for my friends kid. they loved it! I think I will buy them for myself, my kid as well as my sister and her two kids as well as my partners godson and his parents. they are cute and adorable which makes kids fall isntantly in love with them
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
After seeing the icutes on here I bought both my sisters one each for Christmas. We had them going on Christmas Day and they were so cool. The sound out of something so small is amazing and even better when we plugged them into each other. I think that they will be getting another for their next birthday so they have a collection definitely recommend.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
A friend bought these along to our place for a BBQ last weekend to entertain their little one. It was the Devil and it got a lot of funny comments amongst the mums and dads. Everyone loved them and the buzz was that they could be louder. Point is, can these iCutes be made into larger speakers and is there a chance they can be made bigger for the older set. As a home decor item they could become a decorative art form within themselves. Pop art we love you!
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
I wasn't selected but I bought my daughter the panda. She absolutely loves the look of them ESP in her ears and they sat comfortably. She did mention the sound wasn't that loud but she has been known to have volume up too high. A great present an they are very affordable, perhaps some new characters like a purple elephant?
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
Bought it for my nephew's birthday present and the rating is based on his feedback. He loves the brown bear but finds it a little embarrassing to bring it along with him initially - teenagers(!). Now he proudly shows it off to his friends as his friends find the sound very 'smooth'.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
Over the holidays I had the pleasure of listening to these cute little speakers. I think they are suitable for kid, teens and adults. they are REALLY cute. The sound quality is really clear. you don't get that tinny crackling sound you get from a lot of other mini speakers. good product.
Provides better sound quality than other mini, portable speakers
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12 Best Kids’ Lunch Boxes For School In Australia
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.
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.
MontiiCo
B.Box
Frank Green Lunch Container
Yumbox
Sky Gazer
Bentgo Modern
The Somewhere Co. Mini
EcoCocoon
Bright Star Kids
Stuck On You
Country Road Elysia
OmieBox
Style
Bag
Bento
Box
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Bag
Bento
Colour variations
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
YES
Material
Fabric & aluminium lining
PP & silicone
Stainless steel & silicone
ABS, tritan & silicone
Fabric & PEVA lining
BPA-free plastic
RPET & aluminium foil lining
Stainless steel & silicone
Fabric & insulation lining
BPA-free plastic
100% cotton canvas & insulation lining
Stainless 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 forits
Roomy size & machine washable design
Custom divider
3-in-1 design
Portion-controlled sections
Unique designs
Removable sandwich divider
Shoulder strap
Dishwasher-safe parts
Personalisation
Leak-proof silicone seal
Internal name label
Storage 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.
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)
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)
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)
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
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!
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.
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
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)
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!
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!
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
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
9:44 am
Really good sound.
10:54 pm
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10:58 pm
I love these portable speakers
I tried them on my iphone, tablet and computer and was amazed at the great sound from such a small speaker. They are a great product and an ideal present.
I am going to give myself a present and buy the set, much to my kids delight.
Great idea and fantastic product.
11:21 am
icutes mini speakers
4:36 pm
Miss Tammy crew
So little and cute but still puts out an amazing quality in sound, I honestly wasn't sure when I saw them but now I want one and will have to fight the boys to see which one I can score ;-) lol
Love the size, love the characters,love the sound quality,and even better they are great value for money for those parents struggling to find the right gift for teens!
Thanks so much for allowing me to review this awesome product , one very happy reviewer here :-)
3:56 pm
So cute
1:00 pm
so cute, make the little ones jam to the music or nursery tunes
12:47 pm
Amazing little speakers
The sound out of just one was amazing, then out of two, mind blowing. I will definitely be recommending these to everyone and anyone.. AMAZING!!!
5:13 pm
Great Christmas Presents
12:32 pm
love these cuties
6:59 pm
great for kids
11:25 am
very cute
10:54 am
wow, amazing
11:00 pm
Great gift for the little ones
1:00 pm
so cute, make the little ones jam to the music or nursery tunes
5:12 pm
Value of money
1:25 pm
These look so cute!
8:58 pm
Small& compatible
3:11 pm
They are so cute and make an excellent gift.
The designs are gorgeous and they are easy to assemble.
12:33 pm
Over them
Defininately be buying some more of these cute speakers
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3:37 am
great sound from small device
12:58 pm
loved it
3:05 pm
cute
11:47 pm
Cute and definately an eye catcher.
1:17 am
Bought these for my teenager
8:26 am
These speakers are very smart and value for money.
6:58 pm
Nephew's birthday present
9:44 am
Really good sound.
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