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Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
I could mix all my colours together
RADIANT No Sort :
4.4 out of 5 based on 680 reviews.

As mums in busy households, there’s one thing we know … there will always be loads of washing to be done!

Which is why we’re excited to announce the Radiant No Sort product review …

We’ll be sending hundreds of mums the revolutionary new product from Radiant and asking them to put it to the test in their laundries.

What is Radiant No Sort?

Radiant No Sort contains Colour Guard™ technology with additional Anti-Dye Transfer technology, making it safe* to mix your whites, colours and darks in the same wash.

This product is ideal for everyday washing, it is tough on stubborn stains & dirt yet protects your clothes from the dullness of frequent washing.

All Radiant laundry powder is suitable for both front and top loader machines thanks to anti-foaming technology. For a normal wash simply add 1 scoop.

How Radiant No Sort works

Anti-Dye Transfer technology works by use of a Dye Transfer Inhibitor. This polymer binds to dye molecules that have leached from clothes in the wash, stopping them from depositing on another garment in the wash.

Anti-greying polymers help prevent stains re-depositing onto your clean clothes that can leave them looking grey & dull.

Buy it, Wear it, Wash it, Return it …

Watch as the team from Radiant prove that Radiant No Sort keeps colours newer for longer!

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More information on Radiant No Sort …

Available on shelf now at Coles, Woolworths, IGA, Pharmacy, Big W and K-mart.  Recommended Retail Price $5.99.

Radiant No Sort is also available as a laundry liquid or powder capsules and the Radiant range also includes Brilliant Whites Sharper Colours and Sensitive variants.

Find out more at www.radiantlaundry.com.au

Would you like to be part of the Radiant No Sort Product Review Team?

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All mums selected to participate in the Radiant No Sort product review are now being sent a box of Radiant No Sort. We’ll be asking them to replace their current washing powder or liquid with Radiant No Sort, and then post their reviews and ratings on this page.

Applications for the Radiant No Sort product review are now closed. If you miss out this time, don’t worry. There’ll be lots more opportunities for you to join a review team in the future. Join Mouths of Mums if you’re not already a member and you’ll receive invitations to participate in future reviews.

Once you’ve trialled and reviewed, please post your ratings and reviews on this page.

Radiant No Sort Powder Product Review_keep colours newer for longer

*For best results: wash in cold water, don’t overload your machine, always add the correct amount of detergent, follow garment manufacturers instructions, and be careful with new highly coloured fabrics.

Published 19th June 2014


  • Excelent results everytime.

    The radiant no sort is the one for me. I'm too lazy at times to sort white colour darks. This solves that problem with great end results. I have used it time and time again with a range of cloves colours and dirt factors and I see pleasing results ever time. The colours seem brighter than with other products thee was no mixing if colours. And I really liked the smell of the Radiemt no sort liquid. I would definitely recommend to time poor mums who just want to get on with doing the laundry.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Regular Radiant

    I love using Regular Radiant Colour Guard No Sort for my regular washing at home. I have tried other brands and I have gone back to Radiant Colour Guard No Sort as it just gives a better wash and end result. I pay a little extra but it is well worth it.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Radiant is what I use all the time

    I don't usually use powder to wash black clothes but this doesn't leave the powder clagged to the clothes like other brands I have used. Highly reccomend this product.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Happy Radiant Friend

    I received some extremely good feedback from a close friend after she decided to use ‘Radiant No Sort’; after I had happily recommended it to her. She is very impressed with the result of using ‘Radiant No Sort’ too. I always happily recommend products I am happy with and always hope that family and friends will be just as pleased with the products. Good when they agree! :)
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Recommended Radiant!

    After reading the reviews on Mom’s; I tried and used ‘Radiant No Sort’ and posted a review; love this product! Now; I have happily recommended ‘Radiant No Sort’ to friends and family. Also; ‘Radiant No Sort’ has been brilliant during the hot and sticky weather. I no longer seem to have difficulty in removing stains!
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Less time spent washing!

    After reading the previous reviews I bought Radiant No Sort to try for myself. I'm one of "those" moms that can't be bothered to separate my washing so finding a product that allowed me to wash it all together was great! So far (after 6 loads) none of my colours have run. The washing has a lovely smell to it as well. I'm a happy mom who will happily recommend this product to my friends.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Brilliant product ...brilliant results.

    Ok so I have reviewed this product quite a few times and the result is brilliant. Its easy and quick and it does what it states. But today I actually used it for a completely different reason. We have ground crickets in our lawn, so today I mixed up a bucket or two of warm water and a cap of Radiant No Sort, carried it out to the raised tunnels/holes in the lawn and poured it on. Repeated the process on new areas and waited for a short while, and hey pressto up came the darn critters. Picked them up dropped them on the path and squashed them. I do have a secret weapon though (local magpie's) these maggie's come around every year and are very tame, they follow me around the lawn picking out the crickets and believe me they have better eyes than me.

    The Radiant suds really does bring the crickets to the surface and unlike me, they do not like the stuff.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Awesome

    So easy to use and fantastic results.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • we are now converts

    sure its a bit dearer that your regular laundry powder but it is definitely worth the extra money. nothing beats its fragrance and the fact that time is indeed precious and that one you cant buy. it helped me a lot to save electricity and water by just doing it in one load instead of two or three. yes. we love this
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • amazing product changing to this from now on

    Wonderful washing powder. Made my kids clothes so bright. Will only be using this from now on
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • radiant

    we are a lazy household who hates washing and filing, also i can’t be bothered separating colours so this guy came in handy, the clothes are still fresh and clean and the whites stay white which is great for us
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Time Saver

    Finally, a great washing liquid that, not only gives great washing results, but time saver. Not having to sort colours from whites and lights, saves time, plus can get the washing done a lot quicker. I threw this white hand-towel in with a mixed colour load of towels and hand-towels, and impressed on how clean and bright it came out of the wash.

    I used the liquid wash, haven't used powder ones for a few years. So easy to pour into the lid how much you need for the load, add to the dispenser, close. Press a button and walk away, come back to a bright clean wash at the end. Also another added benefit is that the new range of Radiant helps to keep colours nice and bright.

    This hand-towel goes out camping, so is looking pretty good, thanks to Radiant No Sort.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Time Saver That Works!

    I bought Radiant No Sort to try recently as I had read all the positive reviews on here. I have always been a bit apprehensive about mixing whites and colours but now am converted thanks to Radiant No Sort. Am now saving heaps of time and water as I no longer have to sift through the laundry basket to separate my washing. So far so good as none of the colours have run. Have mentioned this product to my family and mum friends at school also.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • I really love this!

    I admit it, I'm a bit of a lazy housekeeper. There, I said it. :D I hate washing dishes, I hate mopping floors, and I HATE separating colours for the washing. Radiant No Sort eliminates the need for separating whites from brights, which in turn alleviates a lot of stressing out on my part. It makes washing so much simpler, and somehow still manages to get everything clean and fresh, while maintaining the brightness of the colours, without colour bleed. I highly recommend this product.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Excellent

    Radiant no sort, was brilliant to use. I bought it when it was on special,to give it a try. My clothes were so clean and fragrant. I also liked that I didn't have to sort washing and that colours didn't run. Would definitely recommend and use again, in future.


  • Just washing detergent

    It's nothing special and doesn't do what it claims, I still needed to sort my clothes. It smells great, washed great but 'no sort' is definitely false advertising. Overall a great product but they shouldn't advertise that because it ruins people's clothes. Reasonably priced and can buy pretty much anywhere, always on sale at colds


  • Excelent results everytime.

    The radiant no sort is the one for me. I'm too lazy at times to sort white colour darks. This solves that problem with great end results. I have used it time and time again with a range of cloves colours and dirt factors and I see pleasing results ever time. The colours seem brighter than with other products thee was no mixing if colours. And I really liked the smell of the Radiemt no sort liquid. I would definitely recommend to time poor mums who just want to get on with doing the laundry.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Use All a The Time!

    RADIANT No Sort is a wonderful product that I have no hesitation in recommending to other mums.

    I've been using RADIANT No Sort for quite sometime now and not had problems or issues with my mixed loads and colours running.

    Using RADIANT No Sort has helped to keep colours brighter for longer and my whites, white!

    I really enjoy the way RADIANT No Sort smells, it just smells really fresh and clean.

    Using RADIANT No Sort means I can throw all my washing in together with no sorting required! Gotta love that!
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Smell like a garden

    If you are not selected for a product sample doesn't mean we can't try yes this is another one I was not selected but I purchased to try. Normally I wash in different cycles.white separate and colours separate but Radiant made my life more easy with time saving.

    Now Landry all together with new effects in fabric too.what a soft touch in my clothing with an awesome fragrance just like a fresh flowers garden.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Just the best

    What's not to love about RADIANT No Sort?

    No pre sorting of washing, with RADIANT No Sort mixed loads are not a problem.

    I've been using RADIANT No Sort for close to a year now and have had no problems or issues with the colours running.

    RADIANT No Sort has an amazing fragrance and I love how fresh and clean my washing smells.

    RADIANT No Sort is just the best!
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Still using this

    radiant no sort has been such a fantastic time saver in our home I love that I don't have to worry when hubby does the washing and I can throw on a quick load before heading out. Our clothes are always fresh and clean and no colours have run since using radiant no sort. I've since recommend this powder to other family members who also have busy lives and as if anyone has time for sorting washing !!


  • Good stain removing product!

    I like this laundry detergent. It smells good and washes my clothes very clean. It gets all the stains out of my clothes in the wash and it lasts for some time.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Excellenct product! Too bad about the price.

    Although I don't normally sort my products anyway, I did find this product made them a wee bit brighter.. But to be completely honest, for the price, I would rather buy something else and take a chance.. It is the difference between no risk, to value for money. Although I am very limited to what products I can use due to allergies and this brand works perfectly for me, I would rather choose one of their cheaper products when it means quite a big difference in price.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Very Happy

    Since making the switch to a Radiant No Sort, I have been more than happy with its performance.

    I love that there is no need to sort the washing, that everything can be thrown in together elimating the need for lots of smaller loads.

    The fragrance of Radiant No Sort is lovely and clean. I love how it lingers in the clothing and smells so fresh.

    I highly recommend using Radiant No Sort.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Regular Radiant

    I love using Regular Radiant Colour Guard No Sort for my regular washing at home. I have tried other brands and I have gone back to Radiant Colour Guard No Sort as it just gives a better wash and end result. I pay a little extra but it is well worth it.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Clean and stain free..yipee.

    Today hubby and I visited The World's Biggest Car Boot Sale, and it rained non stop all the time we were there (over 2 hours). We did have wet weather gear but that did not stop the mud and puddle splashes particularly on our jeans/slacks. On arrival home it was strip off and straight into a warm shower for me (I was wet and cold) now to the washing. I made a paste from the Radiant No Sort and applied to the heavy mud stains (rubbing in) then just piled the cloths into the washing machine added the Radiant No Sort and let the machine and Radiant do it's work. Result after the completed cycle BRILLIANT! The cloths came out stain free and smelling wonderful, such a lovely fragrance. What a great product.
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Gets the Job done!

    We have a very busy home, my husband is a builder and seems to love to get grotty just as much as the kids! So when it comes to washing I simply haven't got the time or the desire to spend to long playing in the laundry, life is for living, not for washing! I've used Radiant no sort for a long time now and would not consider changing brands. Not only does it get the job done on some pretty impressive stains but it is also gentle on clothes from babies wraps to hard yakka work shirts, I would have no trouble recommending this to anyone!
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


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    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • Awesome, and Highly Recommended!

    With 6 people in the house, and working full time, Radiant No Sort means I can bung everything in together regardless of colour, turn on the machine and walk away. This saves me time, and definitely makes me worry less about having a stray red shirt in with the whites. Love this product, and highly recommend it. You won't be disappointed!
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together


  • mix and match

    I'll be honest I've never been a stickler for color sorting, until I had kids I never had enough Whites to make up a whole load so I just chucked them all in together and prayed, I got burnt a few times this way and now with two kids I still don't find time to do it all the right way, this washing powder gives me confidence that it will all be ok, it works very well and I definitely recommend. There are way more important things to be doing in life than separating all your families grundys!!
    Would you recommend Radiant No Sort to others?
    My colours didn't run with Radiant No Sort
    My colours were brighter with Radiant No Sort
    Radiant No Sort's fragrance was amazing
    I could mix all my colours together

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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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