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Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment :
4.29 out of 5 based on 233 reviews.

As busy mums, our hair often suffers the effects of our day-to-day lives.

Which is why we are thrilled to announce the Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment product review.

Through 10 years of research and listening to thousands of Australian women, Pantene knows what torture women put their hair through on a daily basis.

Australian women in particular are renowned for using styling tools constantly throughout the week, as well as spending a lot of time outdoors in the sun and water; so it’s no wonder that damage is their number 1 haircare concern*.

Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment instantly repairs and protects against extreme damage, is enriched with an advanced pro-vitamin formula that provides a salon quality treatment experience in the comfort of your own home.

Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment is the perfect way for the modern, busy woman to combat extreme hair damage, whilst achieving beautiful and healthy looking hair.

For maximum benefit, use the Pantene 3 Minute Miracle as a regimen with the newly reformulated Pantene Daily Moisture Renewal shampoo and conditioner with revolutionary keratin damage blockers, designed to deliver up to 100% damage protection** with a lightweight feel.

* Survey of 1004 Australian women conducted by Galaxy research, May 2014, ** 2X more split ends/breakage protection vs. non-conditioning shampoo with system use

Discover Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment…

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Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment is available at Woolworths, Coles, Priceline, Chemist Warehouse and other major retailers.

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Published 18th February 2015


  • Perfect. Just perfect

    Since having my son, I have had nothing but issues with hair breakage and hair loss and overall, terrible hair condition. But I tried this about 6 months ago and haven't looked back since. The changes it had made to my hair is amazing. Reduced my frizzy, split endss, slowed down the hair loss I was experiencing and so affordable too. At most , I pay $8 for a three pack. That's nothing for such an effective hair treatment!
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Love it!

    Pantene 3 minute miracle treatment leaves my hair feeling amazing. It feels so soft and healthy after putting the treatment in.

    I not only use it in my hair I also put it through the my 10 year old daughters hair and her hair is great afterwards. Highly recommend this product for anyone to try as we love it! It's our fave treatment.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Love it!

    Pantene 3 minute miracle treatment leaves my hair feeling amazing. It feels so soft and healthy after putting the treatment in.

    I not only use it in my hair I also put it through the my 10 year old daughters hair and her hair is great afterwards. Highly recommend this product for anyone to try as we love it!
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Great

    Pantene 3 minute miracle treatment leaves my hair feeling amazing. It feels so soft and healthy after putting the treatment in.

    I not only use it in my hair I also put it through the my daughters hair and her hair is great afterwards. Highly recommend this product for anyone to try.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • The only treatment we use

    Pantene 3 minute miracle treatment leaves my hair feeling amazing. It feels so soft and healthy after putting the treatment in.

    I not only use it in my hair I also put it through the my daughters hair and her hair is great afterwards. Highly recommend this product.

    This is the only treatment we will use.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Pantene is great

    Pantene 3 minute miracle treatment leaves my hair feeling amazing. It feels so soft and healthy after putting the treatment in.

    I not only use it in my hair I also put it through the my daughters hair and her hair is great afterwards. Highly recommend this product. Pantene have an amazing range of products.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Hair is amazing after using this!

    Pantene 3 minute miracle treatment leaves my hair feeling amazing. It feels so soft and healthy after putting the treatment in.

    I not only use it in my hair I also put it through the my daughters hair and her hair is great afterwards. Highly recommend this product.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • love this pantene

    great for soft, flyaway hair that is controllable. Great work pantene
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Happy Hair

    I have continued to use this wonderful treatment for my hair as Pantene 3 minute miracle treatment does get results. I have received compliments about my hair and I have happily shared my secret with friends and family. I will continue to use this product as it gets good results.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Excellent product

    My hair has never been better since using Pantene 3 minute miracle treatment. It always feel soft and smooth and is super shiny. I not only use it in my hair but also in my daughters hair and it has made a huge difference in how nice her hair looks. She thinks it is great that she gets the same as I do for her hair. Its great putting treatments in our hair together.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Brilliant!

    When my hair tends to be on the dry side l feel like l need a treatment so l go to Pantne three minute miracle.It is so damn easy to apply and l find afterwards my hair is soft and shiny and l look great! The price is so affordable compared to most hair treatments and yet it works so well! Fantastic!
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Perfect

    Awww... love it to pieces... i already have the moisturing one but looking forward to try the damage control. I have used it every single time since i purchased. Love the results.... smooth and sleek hair...
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Miracle maker

    Pantene 3 minute miracle treatment is a great conditioner for fine hair. Using it once a month has really helped my hair to get rid of the knots that have plagued my fine hair over the years. It is quite economical as you only have to use it monthly. Great product.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Economical

    I am very happy with the Pantene 3 minute miracle treatment. It is reasonably priced and if I use once a month it makes a real difference to my hair. Being plagued with knots and tangles in my fine hair is a problem that this treatment helps. Now my hair is silky smooth.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Perfect. Just perfect

    Since having my son, I have had nothing but issues with hair breakage and hair loss and overall, terrible hair condition. But I tried this about 6 months ago and haven't looked back since. The changes it had made to my hair is amazing. Reduced my frizzy, split endss, slowed down the hair loss I was experiencing and so affordable too. At most , I pay $8 for a three pack. That's nothing for such an effective hair treatment!
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Silky hair

    I encouraged my sister in law to try this after I had positive results on my hair. I'm pleased to say The Pantine 3 minute miracle made a positive change for her as well. We both have fine hair (but lots of it) which really probes to tangling. We now have beautiful, shiny and most importantly tangle free hair. Very happy.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Tangled Treatment

    I have fine hair but lots of it so I'm forever plagued with knots and tangles. I thought I'd try Pantene Treatment to see if it could help me. It has been good and I'm happy with how silky my hair feels. My hair is much easier to brush now. It was easy and quick to use and I'll probably put this treatment in once every 1 to 2 months.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Contains SILICON

    I have been duped again should've know silicon was the magic ingredient!

    I have fine, medium length hair.

    I do use Pantene shampoo, only Aqua light or Ice shine due to all the others leaving my hair feeling oliy after a day..................I'm pretty sure its the silicon!.......... I tryed the"miracle" yesterday and my hair looks pretty average this morning...................I will say out of all conditioners I have tryed and I have tryed many and expensive brands Pantene Deep Fortifying is the BEST value for money I have ever used, I hate using anything else.........................GIVE MIRACLE A MISS and try Deep fORTYFYING conditioner.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Not convinced

    I am not convinced of this pantene treatment. While I was not chosen to review this product, I have used it in the past anyway. Pantene normally strips my hair so I was not expecting much from this Treatment. It was definitely easy to use, but I did not see any improvement in my hair. Perhaps you need to use this long term?
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • It really is a treat

    I love this little Pantene Minute miracle..Because the hair is instantly light and uplifted..Its a pocket rocket size..So no big extravagant bottle of formula required. PANTENE is a good product. but like all shampois build up does occur. This is why the hair needs a treatment. It has the Pantene quality and fragrance.

    It has the salon quality too without the time and cost.

    I used it before an event. i got alot of comments on my hair which is what a treatment is about. Not just the compliments but having an event..A Pantene miracle event!
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Nice treatment

    Oh my goodness my hair is absolutely ruined from all the daily drying and straightening. Not to mention the horrible weather that leaves it brittle flat and boring. I have this a go although I'm not a huge fan of treatments and it worked incredible. I feel like it nourished my hair and has more life to it now. I am a convert and I will use it again :)
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Leaves my hair shiny, soft and smooth

    I really enjoyed the results from this treatment, it was easy to use and made the condition of my hair feel fantastic. I found it made my hair shiny, soft, smooth and easy to manage. I do have problems with twisting the cap off, surely there is a better packaging available, but I recommend this to anyone who wants to give their hair a treatment.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Miracle Treatment, it IS!

    My hair has always been shocking to try to tame. It's baby fine, yet somehow ridiculously thick at the same time. It's got fly-away bits, and smooth bits, and curly bits, and wavy bits, and none of these seem to have a pair on the opposite side of my head. It's really annoying. I have searched, and searched to find something, ANYthing that could make my hair even just a bit less of a hot mess, and finally I've found it! No more $200 salon treatments, no more fighting with shampoos and conditioners, trying to find the right combination of repair and smooth, etc. For less than $20 once every few months, I can fix all of my hair issues in 3 minutes! I highly recommend this product. You won't regret trying it!
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Still using ..hair still smooth and silky.

    So we are well and truly into the hot weather now, which means I am swimming every day. Chlorine would normally take its toll and damage the hair but I simply shower straight after the pool, give my hair a shampoo and condition but twice a week I use 3 minute miracle, I have short hair and find that 1/2 a tube is enough for me and besides I am using it twice a week. Simply snip, tip and squeeze rub well into the hair concentrating on the roots, wait 3 minutes (whilst enjoying the cascading warm water running over my well worked muscles) and then rinse. Results are instant you can actually feel the softness. Once hair is dry I see the glorious shine and appreciate the manageability.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • lovely hair

    I regularly go to the gym and I would not use the shampoo supplied, I take my Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatmen and I put it on my hair and sit in the steam room

    it awesome and I would highly recommend it. Plus it has been around for years and years and it is a trusted brand.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Pantene does the job and it really is a miracle

    After reading some of the other reviews from other mums on this site, I decided I would have to try it for myself. I’m not generally a Pantene fan as I find it a bit heavy and like it leaves a residue. But this 3 minute miracle treatment was actually pretty good. I can’t see myself buying it in the future, but it is a good product if you want to purchase a conditioning treatment that isn’t too expensive.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • LOVE LOVE LOVE

    I've got medium-length, chemically treated hair. I recently used a product that I found at Woolworths to strip the colour from my hair without any harsh chemicals and it left my hair feeling like straw... I had just purchased a 3 pack of the 3-minute miracles as they were half price, so I ended up using one to try to get my hair back to its original texture. Let me tell you - it worked a treat. I've never felt my hair be so soft or look so shiny. 100% impressed with this little tube of magic. I've used it numerous times since and it's made my hair less prone to breakage. Would recommend.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Love this product

    This product leaves my hair so super soft and silky. It helps to keep it strong and doesn't leave it oily or weighed down at all. Pantene is definitely a brand I trust and highly recommend. I love how easy, simple and quick this product is to use. I have put a friend onto this amazing product too! I am time poor and this just helps to keep my hair in check. 3 minutes is all it literally takes! Such a great product!
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • Luscious locks.

    Pantene 3 minute miracle is my summer time savour. Owning a pool means constant chemical damage to my hair (sorry no tooo vain to use a swimming cap) shampooing after swimming and using this amazing 3 minute miracle once a week keeps my hair in great condition. 3 minute miracle is easy to use, I just step into the shower shampoo and rinse my hair then apply my miracle tube..leave it on while enjoying my shower and then wash it out. Results beautiful shiny manageable hair with a glorious fragrance. Tooo easy.
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was easy to use
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment improved the condition of my hair
    Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment was value for money
    I would recommend Pantene 3 Minute Miracle Treatment to others


  • It really does work!

    Just tried this gorgeous product last week and I was really impressed with the results. My hair has been restored back to it's usual healthy, glossy and soft self and it will now definitely become a regular part of my hair care regime!

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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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