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My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
Kotia made a difference to my skin.
Kotia Morning Ritual Bundle :
4.66 out of 5 based on 93 reviews.

Kotia is superior skincare for everyday regenerative nourishment.

For the Kotia Morning Ritual Bundle review we’re introducing you to a beautiful range of deer milk skincare that delivers a soft, velvet texture and the best ingredients found in nature and science.

Deer milk is scientifically proven to contain an abundance of skin-enhancing vitamins, mineral and nutrients, with antioxidants, nutrients and anti-inflammatory agents to help skin feel nourished, hydrated and rejuvenated.

For the Kotia Morning Ritual Bundle review, selected members will be sent the Morning Ritual Bundle to trial at home then share their thoughts and opinions with us here.

The Morning Ritual Bundle

The Kotia Morning Ritual Bundle includes three products which help to reduce morning puffiness around your eyes and feed your skin the nourishment it needs to look and feel hydrated.

Brightening Eye Cream
This nourishing eye cream has been scientifically formulated with the enhanced hydration power of deer milk in conjunction with line smoothing and skin firming benefits of cucumber extract and hyaluronic acid.

Hydrating Day Cream
Packed with advanced ingredients along with the added protection of SPF, this rich hydrating day cream is specially formulated to provide protection against environmental factors, maximise skin vitality and boost your complexion.

Revitalising Hand & Nail Cream
A rich and restorative hand cream that deeply nourishes and conditions through the hydrating power of deer milk. Scientifically developed to help strengthen nails and improve skin roughness.

Deer milk contains and abundance of nutrients

Without vitamins, skin can end up looking dull or inflamed. Deer milk contains a potent blend of vitamins and minerals to help protect and plump the skin.

• Vitamin A – Accelerates healing, prevent breakouts
• Vitamin E – Reduces UV-induced skin inflammation
• Vitamin D – Anti inflammatory, moisturising, emollient
• Calcium – Promotes a healthy glow
• Folic acid – Increases hydration, maintains a protective barrier
• Phosphorus – Promotes growth, maintenance, and repair
• Retinol – Increases cell and collagen production, unclogs pores, and exfoliates
• Selenium – Protects, minimises damage
• Zinc –  Anti-inflammatory (helps with acne, rosacea, eczema, and ulcers).

Where can I buy the Kotia Morning Ritual Bundle?

Purchase the Morning Ritual Bundle on the Kotia website.

As part of this review MoM Members have also been trying Kotia Night Ritual Bundle. Read the Night Ritual Bundle reviews here

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Published 25th November 2022


  • Kotia morning ritual bundle goodness

    I highly recommend the Cotee a morning ritual bundle. To begin with. The packaging is absolutely beautiful and looks gorgeous in anyone’s bathroom. It leaves your skin, feeling beautiful and fresh and soft and more importantly, I did not get an allergic reaction from it. I will definitely be continuing on with this morning ritual bundle, and will continue to purchase in the future.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Magic Magic Magic

    When I heard about these products from Kotia I was ecstatic to trial the morning ritual bundle.

    From New Zealand and containing deer milk I was impressed with the gentle soft nourishing feel it made my skin.

    Each has their own magic

    The Exfoliating Cleansing Milk helped with removing any extra oil and dirt which gave me that glow

    The Purifying Toner was super refreshing smooth and not strong scent

    The Hydrating Day Cream was just so perfect so soft smooth and radiant. I love using it. A small amount goes a long way and it doesn’t give my skin that extra oily residue.

    The Brightening Eye cream helps to reduce puffiness and tired eyes. Very soft gentle and a lovely feel.

    The Revitalising Hand and Nail Cream gives my hands and nails an extra boost. Soft and radiant feel. The scent is lovely.

    Kotia has a great variety of products that work wonders and make you feel perfect all day.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • The nicest products I've used

    I loved loved loved using the Kotia products on my skin. Firstly the scent was simply beautiful. Non greasy, hydrating and luxurious. My skin feels like it's been treated to a day at the spa
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Gentle, effective skin care

    Having never tried skin care products containing deer milk, I was curious about this bundle. I loved how the brightening eye cream made my eye area feel supple and less tired looking. The day cream has a lovely texture and was very hydrating. The hand and nail cream left my skin amazingly soft and it was nourishing for my dry hands and nail cuticles. Wonderful, lightly scented and gentle skin care products. Thank you!
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Amazing!

    I have never used their products before and I’m amazed! I really love how gentle it feels on my skin, it is very nourishing and it feels moisturising and caring on my skin,

    There is a good range like eye serum, cleansing milk and day moisturizer. I’ll be buying the range again for sure
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Morning clean

    Having tried the morning ritual cleaning bundle I can say I was very impressed loved the smell left my face feeling clean without any greasy after feel would definitely recommend
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Natural

    This is the first time I have tried this brand called Kotia and I don’t think I have used skincare products that have goat’s milk in there. But I really love how gentle it feels on my skin, it is very nourishing and it feels moisturising and caring on my skin,

    There is a good range like eye serum, cleansing milk and day moisturiser. It’s really great and well thought out.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Absolutely Love it

    After using this,I feel my skin totally different. The night cream is very rich and creamy. Look forward to trying or buying their products in the future.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Amazing products

    I have never heard of Kotia before I was given the products to trial.

    I was blown away by how much I loved these products. The moisturiser is so thick and has a luxurious feeling. It absorbed into my skin and didn't leave an oily residue on my face. I just loved how they made my skin feel, I am excited to keep using to see how my skin feels after long term use.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Luxurious Beauty Products

    The Kotia products were beyond expectation. I tried the cleanser, toner, day cream, eye cream and hand cream.

    The cleanser is velvety and light in texture. Removes makeup well. You don't need to use much of the cream just 2-3 pumps. The toner cleanses the skin well. The day cream is thick and absorbs well into the skin. Personally my only issue is that I don't like SPF in products. The nail cream is also wonderful as is the eye cream (very small amount needed)

    Kotia feels like high end products. Love that it is based mainly on natural ingredients. Highly recommend them. Definitely some of the best products I have ever used.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Beautiful results

    What an exquisite stuff! Delightful and light, protects and leaves skin feeling fresh. It is completely non-oily and provides the complexion a summery, dewy look. Wonderful package! Stunning hues. More importantly, I did not experience an allergic reaction from it, leaving your skin feeling lovely, fresh, and silky. I'm going to keep buying this bundle for my daily habit and will continue to do so in the future.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Soft and smooth

    I have never used anything containing deer milk and I thought why not give this a try. Firstly, I love the looks of the packaging. Very stylish! After two weeks of using the products, I felt there was a difference in my skin. It felt more hydrated and smooth. The day cream was not oily and blends into the skin really well. The cleansing milk cleaned my skin really well and removed make up residues. Overall, I'm very happy with the products.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Quality skincare

    Love the packaging of the product, all very functional. Cleanser feels very delicate on the skin. All have a nice scent and very easy to apply on skin. It is indeed a very nourishing ritual to have in the morning which thoroughly looks after my skin. Skin feels refreshed after application of products.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Feel hydrated

    Loved all 6 products, easy to use, gives soft velvet with good ingredients
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Kotiariffic

    I was so happy to try this product it felt like it took forever to arrive.

    My first impression was that the packaging is bland but I was quick to release it doesn't represent what's inside. My skin is loving me for trying kotia especially my eyes, my skin feels soft and looks alot brighter.

    I will be recommending Kotia to my family and friends
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Great for sensitive skin!

    I am a redhead and struggle badly with sensitive skin and also early aging. I was cautious to use this product as I always have concerns for ‘burning’ my skin with application of new products. However, I had zero burning sensation. In fact, my skin absorbed both the eye cream and day cream so well. I didn’t write my review for a number of weeks as I really wanted to test out the eye cream. Within 10 day my fine line around my eye eased consistently. Hand cream was like having silk on my hands. This range is obviously high quality. I will be adding the day cream and eye cream into my permanent schedule and purchasing again. Whilst it’s not a cheap product it’s also not crazy expensive so affordable for the everyday woman. 10/10!
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Kotia

    I love this brand. It really keeps my skin nourished and feeling amazing. I shared this with my sister and husband as well so they could also test it out and the feedback was great. Needless to say we will be getting this again and sharing with everyone else
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Kotia morning ritual bundle goodness

    I highly recommend the Cotee a morning ritual bundle. To begin with. The packaging is absolutely beautiful and looks gorgeous in anyone’s bathroom. It leaves your skin, feeling beautiful and fresh and soft and more importantly, I did not get an allergic reaction from it. I will definitely be continuing on with this morning ritual bundle, and will continue to purchase in the future.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Much better than I thought!!

    With very reactive skin, prone to break outs and rosacea I was very apprehensive to try something new, but was pleasantly suprised, these products are wonderful for my sensitive skin and haven't caused any breakouts! I especially love the toner! The SPF factor in the moisturiser is also a great addition! Will definitely recommend these products to others!
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Really liked it

    I wanted to do a video review (but children….)

    I actually really like this products, the moisturiser is thick without being greasy, the eye cream goes on well and my skin is definetly hydrated.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • A little bit of luxury every day

    A must try for all, a lovely feeling, not to heavy or perfumed range. A great way to start the morning, really quick and easy to use, which I great for me trying to get ready and a child ready and out the door. Feeling fresh every day and excited to keep trying it out d seeing how it goes.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Must have product

    The morning cleanser is so gentle and the facial skin feels softer right after and I ensure that I slap on the moisturiser with sunscreen straight away and there is significant visible difference in my skin’s hydration levels throughout the day. I have flaky skin but this moisturiser has made that disappear in one application.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Magic Magic Magic

    When I heard about these products from Kotia I was ecstatic to trial the morning ritual bundle.

    From New Zealand and containing deer milk I was impressed with the gentle soft nourishing feel it made my skin.

    Each has their own magic

    The Exfoliating Cleansing Milk helped with removing any extra oil and dirt which gave me that glow

    The Purifying Toner was super refreshing smooth and not strong scent

    The Hydrating Day Cream was just so perfect so soft smooth and radiant. I love using it. A small amount goes a long way and it doesn’t give my skin that extra oily residue.

    The Brightening Eye cream helps to reduce puffiness and tired eyes. Very soft gentle and a lovely feel.

    The Revitalising Hand and Nail Cream gives my hands and nails an extra boost. Soft and radiant feel. The scent is lovely.

    Kotia has a great variety of products that work wonders and make you feel perfect all day.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • A great bundle that includes everything I need!

    I have really enjoyed trying the Kotia morning ritual bundle. The bundle includes a hydrogel eye mask, brightening eye cream, revitalizing hand and nail cream and hydrating day cream. I can honestly say I have loved each of these products. The hand cream has been incredible for plumping the skin on my hands which tends to dry out and then look older than it is. The eye mask and eye cream have smoothed my fine lines and evened out the skin tone around my eyes. My fav predicting is the day cream. My face and neck feel so well nourished and I feel like my skin just looks brighter than it did before. I will definitely be purchasing these products again!
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Beautiful products

    Loved all the Kotia products. They were easy to use and felt amazing on my skin.
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • My skin feels beautiful

    Skin feels so fresh and hydrated suck great quality and it’s great on sensitive skin
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Wow I’m so hydrated!

    Im I’m my early 40s and I’m finding my skin is so dry - these products made my skin feel so much more hydrated! I’ll be buying them again for sure! Wow!
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • The nicest products I've used

    I loved loved loved using the Kotia products on my skin. Firstly the scent was simply beautiful. Non greasy, hydrating and luxurious. My skin feels like it's been treated to a day at the spa
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Gentle, effective skin care

    Having never tried skin care products containing deer milk, I was curious about this bundle. I loved how the brightening eye cream made my eye area feel supple and less tired looking. The day cream has a lovely texture and was very hydrating. The hand and nail cream left my skin amazingly soft and it was nourishing for my dry hands and nail cuticles. Wonderful, lightly scented and gentle skin care products. Thank you!
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.


  • Kotia The best

    Wow this amazing not only cleaning my face and keeping hydrated it’s smells Devine, the exfoliating cream isn’t gritty which is good and gentle on the skin the toner doesn’t have sting to it like I find some toners do the moisturiser the night mask and day cream aren’t oily and makes you skin feel like pure silk after using the three together

    The face mask were really good to use after me trialing this I tried it on my 12 year old teenage skin she is loving it and her skin is looking good her cluster of black heads and pimples on the chin went in few a days after using Kotia
    My skin feels hydrated with Kotia.
    Kotia leaves my skin feeling nourished.
    Kotia made a difference to my skin.

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

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

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

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

Lunch Box Comparison Table

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

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

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

How to choose the best lunch box for school

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

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

12 Best Lunch Boxes For School Kids In Australia

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

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

MontiiCo Large Lunch Bags, $42.95

MontiiCo Large Lunch Bags.

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

Pros:

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

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

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

Where to buy it: MontiiCo, Lime Tree Kids


b.box 2L Kids’ Lunch Box, $27.95

B.box 2L kids bento lunch boxes.

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

Pros:

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

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

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

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

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

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


Frank Green Lunch Container, $79.95

Frank Green coloured lunch containers.

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

Pros:

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

Where to buy it: Frank Green


Yumbox Kids’ Compartment Lunch Boxes, from $49.95 

Yumbox Kids Bento Box shown in pink and purple options.

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

Pros:

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

Where to buy it: Biome, Yumbox


Sky Gazer Insulated Lunch Bag, from $34.99

Sky Gazer Insulated Lunch Bags.

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

Pros:

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

Where to buy it: THE ICONIC, Sky Gazer


Bentgo Modern Bento Boxes, $39.95

Bentgo Modern Lunch Boxes.

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

Pros:

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

Where to buy it: Kitchen Warehouse, Amazon


The Somewhere Co Mini Lunch Case, $38

The Somewhere Co. Mini Lunch Bags.

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

Pros:

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

Where to buy it: The Somewhere Co.


EcoCocoon Leak-Proof Bento Lunch Box, $84.95

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

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

Pros:

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

Where to buy it: Biome, EcoCocoon


Bright Star Kids Personalised Lunch Bags, $39.95

Bright Star Kids insulated lunch bags in a row.

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

Pros:

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

Where to buy it: Bright Star Kids


Stuck On You Large Personalised Bento Lunch Box, $54.95

Stuck On You Large Kids' Bento Boxes.

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

Pros:

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

Where to buy it: Stuck On You


Country Road Elysia Lunch Pack, $59.95

Country Road Elysia Lunch Packs in pink and green.

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

Pros:

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

Where to buy it: THE ICONIC, Country Road


OmieBox Hot/Cold Bento Lunch Box V2, $89.95

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

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

Pros:

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

Where to buy it: Biome, Woolworths


What to put in kids’ lunch boxes

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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