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I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
Karicare Toddler A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months :
4.56 out of 5 based on 398 reviews.

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We’re so excited to bring you Karicare Toddler A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months review!

As mums we all want peace of mind that we’re giving our toddlers nutritional support for their growth and development*, which is why we’re so excited to bring you the Karicare Toddler A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months review.

KKaricare Toddler A2 Protein Milk Drink from 12+ months product imagearicare Toddler A2 Protein Milk Drink from 12+ months is a wholesome supplementary food for toddlers.

Karicare Toddler A2 Protein Milk is naturally sourced from select New Zealand farms with cows chosen to exclusively produce the A2 type beta casein protein. They blend in 16 vitamins and minerals* to help your little one grow and develop* and leave out added preservatives and artificial flavours.

Karicare Toddler A2 Protein Milk is wholesome nutrition, as simple as that.

Where to buy

Karicare Toddler A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is available at Mumstore, Coles, Chemist Warehouse and Big W, as well as local pharmacies and supermarkets.

About the Karicare Toddler A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months review

MoM Members have tried Karicare Toddler A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months with their toddlers. See their thoughts and opinions and if they rate this as the best toddler milk below!

Want to see more Karicare Toddler Milk reviews? 

For this review mums and their little ones also tried Karicare Toddler Milk 12+ Months and Karicare Toddler Goat Milk 12+ Months. See the reviews for the other Karicare Toddler Milks HERE.

*When prepared as directed and consumed as part of a healthy, varied diet.


Published 28th May 2020


  • My toddler loves it!

    My toddler has since finished this whole tin since we got it and are now onto our third tin. We switched over from Nan where she was only drinking 60ml each feed and now she has since doubled that at 120ml so she obviously enjoys drinking it much more.
    Her bowel movements are now more consistent and her mood is also a lot better.
    She is less tired during the day and has more energy to play.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Great for toddlers and easy on stomach

    My son is 3 and my nephew is 19 months old. They both tried it and didn’t even mind it even though they both drink other brands. It was easy on their little tummies and we had no issues with it at all. The fact that it was A2 protein milk was great as I always wanted to make the switch to those sorts of products and this was a great way of trying it out. My sister will definitely be repurchasing this for her little man.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Great choice for toddlers

    My little girl had gone on to standard cows milk and I just felt it wasn’t giving her any real nutrients, plus she didn’t really like the taste. I gave her the karicare A2 toddler milk drink and she loved it! And I feel like I’m giving her those extra nutrients when she’s being a fussy eater.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Loved it!

    My toddler absolutely loved this drink, he drank it down so easily. No nasty side effects, if anything his digestion only benefited from trying this one out. We used the Karicare brand through almost his whole formula journey, and it has definitely stuck out as a favourite.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Karicare A2 Milk - A1 rating

    My 2 young daughter took to this Karicare A2 toddler milk to my surprise. She normally. Doesn’t drink a lot of milk, however she took to this with such thirst. I’m impressed!

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • My toddler asks for it!

    I’m hoping my baby will transition to toddler milk fully because he’s turning 2 this year. I’m so happy that he liked this so much and he’s the one asking for it! It tastes great and I believe it’s giving a good amount of nutrition to my baby. He’s very active and keeps on trying to run and jump so this added protein is best for him.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • It’s a winner for us!

    My son loves Karicare. He loves it the best on his weetbix everyday!

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • The milk for all!!

    Not only did my 1 year old enjoy drinking karicare A2 , my 3.5 year old did also! Both girls skulled their bottles of milk so quickly , I believe that was their way of telling me they LOVED it!!! Both had been drinking just normal cows milk but I now believe they love this better , possible will be switching over …. I love that it has 16 vitamins and minerals & no added preservatives!!! Neither child had any issues digesting the milk either ! Definitely going to be recommending to other mums and dads

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Worth a try!

    My 15 month old currently drinks cow’s milk but I thought we’d give this a go. After a few tries, she seemed to enjoy it more and more. I would not hesitate to purchase this to switch up her milk intake. I trust the Karicare Toddler brand (and drank it myself when I was a baby!).

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Good taste and easy dissolve

    Karicare Toddler A2 Protein Milk 12+ is easy to dissolve compare with the A2 milk formula 1-3 years from The A2 milk company, as it has smaller milk particles. Karicare A2 milk has good taste, kids will like it. Compare with A2 milk formula, Karicare A2 Toddler milk formula has less nutrition on average quantity per 100 ml prepared feed. My 2 years old likes Karicare Toddler A2 Protein Milk 12+ Month.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Karicare A2Protein Milk 12+ Months is a great product

    My grandson really enjoyed this Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12 month+ and it was great for him during prolonged period of sickness while he was off his food.
    It is easy to mix and gave peace of mind he was getting good nutrients
    We have trusted Karicare brand for years and this product also lived up to our expectations.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • kiddo love it

    Great taste i think… for kiddo she is drinking more than the previous milk powder so i am happy about. i have already recommended this to my sis in law so her little munchkin would try and guess what she bought it and little miss loves her milk. Unfortunately we haven’t got any photos as my phone died and have to order new one

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Nutritious For Growing Bodies

    My daughter really enjoyed the Karicare A2 Protein Milk
    It’s Nutritious and full of Vitamins and Minerals that little bodies need to grow.
    Mixes well & very affordable for our family.
    A Great formula that I highly recommend to any parent.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Great tasting milk for my kids

    My kids loved having karicare milk in there breakfast and as a smoothy was easy to make and mix for them in a rush will be buying again

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • All she would drink!

    My 20-month daughter was recently hospitalized and very sick with RSV she wouldn’t eat for 5 days and wasn’t drinking much, Karicare Toddler A2 protein milk was one thing she would drink. It was peace of mind knowing she was getting a little extra through her milk rather than standard cow’s milk. Really impressed with how easy it mixed.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Excellent product but my toddler just doesn’t like powdered milk

    I did a bit of research into what goes into Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ and I believe the product to be an excellent choice for parents wanting to fortify their child’s diet. Unfortunately, my toddler hated the taste and would only ingest it in baking. I don’t know a lot of baking recipes that use powdered milk, so I still have about 3/4 of my tin left. I will give this to friends to use. Thanks 🙂

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Awesome

    Nice product and my bubba loves it. Thanks team

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • My grandson didn't miss a beat with the change of toddler milk.

    My grandson had been ill and went from loving his meals to being a fussy eater. When I offered him the Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months, there wasn’t any hesitation and he is happily enjoying the change! While my sample arrived late in the mail, thanks MoM for allowing my review after the cut off date!

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Karicare A2 the gentle choice

    Karicare A2 protein Toddler milk was very gentle on my little girls tummy. She was having some issues on another branded formula but as soon as I transitioned her over to Karicare A2 Toddler it was almost instant and shes was back to her happy self. She loves the flavor too.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Fantastic

    What I loved about Karicare A2 protein milk 12 plus moths is that our pricessess loved it and it wasn’t a fight to get her to drink it. The extra vitamins and minerals gave us the peace of mind that she is getting all the micro nutrients she needs to grow big and strong and healthy. I’ve purchased this again since as it was on sale so great value and was easy to find at the local super market. Thanks heaps Moms for the change to try and now have a new item that works well for our family.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Great product from a trusted brand

    My little one is 12 months old and we want to make sure she’s getting all the nutrition she needs. We’ve used Karicare toddler products before and it’s a name we trust. My daughter finished her bottle every time and it seemed to be very gentle on her tummy, we would definitely purchase this formula again in the future.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • easy to prepare

    Found this to be a great size tin, easy to prepare with no clumpy bits after mixing.The daughter liked it and I felt good she was drinking a healthy option. Good storage lid, Happy, will buy again.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • A good choice

    My toddler loved this – whilst one of the other parents that I hang out with (Mr Fussy) – did not like the taste.I had introduced the toddler milk gradually and my toddler loved the brew that I put together. II thought that he was growing up and reading all the ingredients that it includes – I would say that you get more bang for your buck. I like to know what is going into my body – as I do with my young crew.Would recommend this highly, I know that not all ppl will be hooked on this package – but now I am.Thank you Mouths of Mums – and boy do we have mouths to comment about products

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Baby loved it!

    Toddler loved this product. kept her fuller for longer. I loved that this product is available in most stores. Very happy Mumma to a very satisfied toddler

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • My toddler loves it!

    My toddler has since finished this whole tin since we got it and are now onto our third tin. We switched over from Nan where she was only drinking 60ml each feed and now she has since doubled that at 120ml so she obviously enjoys drinking it much more.
    Her bowel movements are now more consistent and her mood is also a lot better.
    She is less tired during the day and has more energy to play.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • See karicare everywhere! Now I know why.

    My little fuss pot loved this drink. I was impressed myself (no I didn’t try it haha) just impressed she drunk something so easily. Would definitely buy .

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Great product 10/10

    From the moment I opened the tin I could tell from the consistency, colour and smell of the A2 toddler milk it was good quality. My toddler took to the toddler milk from the first bottle and was actually finishing his bottles! We loved it and would purchase and recommend to others.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Great for toddlers and easy on stomach

    My son is 3 and my nephew is 19 months old. They both tried it and didn’t even mind it even though they both drink other brands. It was easy on their little tummies and we had no issues with it at all. The fact that it was A2 protein milk was great as I always wanted to make the switch to those sorts of products and this was a great way of trying it out. My sister will definitely be repurchasing this for her little man.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • Amazing formula

    Karicare a2 protein toddler milk lived up to expectations. My daughter loved it. I like that it contains a2 protein, the formula is of great quality and contains high quality vitamins and minerals. Definately will consider purchasing and will be recommending to all of my friends who are formula feeding their babies. Great product!

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.

  • A2 protein milk

    So it has all the nutrition requirements for toddlers.

    I trust Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I would recommend Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months other mums
    My toddler loves the taste of Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is great quality
    I believe Karicare A2 Protein Milk 12+ Months is a gentle choice
    This is an individual's personal opinion based on a free sample provided by Nutricia.
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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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  • 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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