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Overall star Rating
I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions
Woolworths Roasted Pumpkin and Grains Salad Kit :
4.32 out of 5 based on 69 reviews.

<strong”>Why you’ll love the new Woolworths Roasted Pumpkin and Grains Salad Kit …

For the Woolworths Roasted Pumpkin and Grains Salad Kit Product Review we asked mums to try this salad kit that’s made up of a deliciously cooked and flavoured pre-cooked wholegrain freekah combined with roasted pumpkin in a light lemon dressing combined with fetta, pumpkin seeds and a balsamic glaze.

All ingredients are packaged separately within the larger salad container for freshness and crunch.  So all you have to do is mix them together just before serving.

How easy is that?  No needing to buy (and prepare) all the separate ingredients!  Just tip into a bowl, mix and serve.

We think these Woolworths Salad Kits are a brilliant idea for those times when you’re asked to bring a salad along to a BBQ or party … or even a picnic!  And they are absolutely an inspired choice for busy weeknight dinners when you only have minutes to put dinner together.

Shop the range of Woolworths Salad Kits online or in store* at Woolies.

Read Reviews for other Woolworths Salad Kits in the range.

* The Salad Kits available will vary for each Woolworths store. 


Published 9th December 2019


  • Love it

    Me and my family totally love the woolies pumpkin and grain salad kit. It tastes great and super fresh. I like how they separately pack everything so if someone doesn’t want to add a particular thing, it’s okay. I have tried to mix this up with a number of other healthy items..the best is with baby spinach and some extra feta. The quantity and quality, both are great. It’s a winner and one of my fav woolies salad.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Quick, easy, and delicious solution!

    We were looking forward to having friends over for lunch, and normally I would love spending time in the kitchen preparing the perfect meal. This particular weekend, though, life was a little crazy. The school year was nearly finished, and the two teachers in the house were pressed for time and stretched to our limits (and with bushfires on the doorstep, school days were decidedly different than they normally are anyway!). Our teenage kids would normally help out, but they were also busy with end of year excursions and activities. This time around, easy options had to win out!
    I picked out a couple of Woolworths Deli salads to go with the meat for the bbq, and I was so glad I did. Regular deli salads can get a bit samey – all creamy mayo dressings and heavy contents. These were totally different! I was able to prep the salads in less than a minute, but the ingredients were all fresh and high quality. I particularly liked the Pumpkin and Grain salad, and the quantity was generous. If I needed to stretch it, I could have easily served this salad over a bed of baby spinach or mixed greens and fed even more people. The salads were a hit with everyone from the adults to the two year old!
    I’d definitely pick these up again for an easy, high quality addition to a meal. A home made salad would have taken more time and effort, this was just as nice and allowed me to focus on our guests and enjoying some time to relax rather than spending time in the kitchen preparing a meal!

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Highly recommend and very convenient

    I love how convenient the salad kit is. It is perfect for a healthy dinner side dish and also tastes great. I also like how the fresh it tastes because the feta, seeds, and dressing is all packed separately. I am also quite picky with feta cheese and the one in the salad kit tasted really good. I would definitely purchase the salad kits again as it helps to incorporate healthier foods in my families diet

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • My favourite

    I’m buying these for Christmas lunch.
    I love the individual wrapped sauces that keep the whole salad fresh and crisp. It’s great knowing they will stay super fresh till I serve them and know one will know the secret that are ready made, because they taste like home made. Love these salads so much, super quick and a family favourite here. This one would be our most favourite

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Nutritious, tasty salad full of goodies!!

    I had to fight the crowds to get to my salad kit section of the deli today, which meant other people already knew what I was about to find out. This salad kit was tasty, nutritious, filling and packed full of goodies!
    I am dairy free so I excluded the fetta cheese from my salad but included it in my husbands portion which I found really handy. I don\\\’t think I\\\’ll need a snack this afternoon either because the freekeh has left me feeling so satiated!! I would definitely recommend this salad to people who like quick healthy salads for work as well as for dinner or parties.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • So good I couldn’t choose just one!!!

    I loved the look of these salads so much that I couldn’t choose just 1! The combination of the pasta or grains with the fresh salad ingredients, dressing and cheese makes it an all-in-one Salad that needs nothing added to it. The kits are a perfect accompaniment to a protein for dinner, or on its own as a special, easy lunch. They are especially great for hot summer nights when you don’t want to cooking with a hot oven.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Wow these are so delicious!

    Wow wow wow I’m not usually a big salad fan, but I do love this Woolworths salad kit.So delicious I ate it all myself. I would definitely recommend trying these salads I love pumpkin and was awesome with all the flavours it brings. At a great price as well the whole family will enjoy it.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • So good

    We have had the Woolworths Roasted Pumpkin and Grains Salad Kit . The taste is lovely and good and the ingredients are always fresh. we buy this one often as everyone likes to enjoy this one. I do like the dressing they make and it tastes yum. Happy to recommend this to all the lovely people who want options for a quick and tasty side dish.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Tasty

    Me and my family totally love the woolies pumpkin and grain salad.. yum yum. I love how special effort is taken to separately pack everything so it doesn’t get mixed up. I have tried to mix this up with a number of other things, the best is with baby spinach and some extra feta.The ingredients taste great and super fresh. The quantity and quality, both are super cool and great. It’s a winner in my fam.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Like them

    The Woolworths Salad Kits are a great idea. The salads are delicious and healthy meal solutions. The reason I like them most is their convenience and freshness. I don’t mind paying if the ingredients are fresh. It’s a nice salad and I do add some baby spinach and rocket leaves sometimes.makes it more fun. I would recommend this to all mums who need a break from cooking once in a while.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Very nice

    So it was pizza night tonight and I was way too tired from work, so I didn’t cook and Rather I just bought 2 packs of saled kits.. one Greek salad and the other roasted pumpkin. My son loved it and had the two salads as his main.. haha. Yeah he preferred the salads over the pizzas. He enjoyed it and so I think this will be a perfect combination from now on and based on quality I Recommend trying this out.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • So good

    We have had the Woolworths Roasted Pumpkin and Grains Salad Kit . The taste is lovely and good and the ingredients are always fresh. we buy this one often as everyone likes to enjoy this one. I do like the dressing they make and it tastes yum. Happy to recommend this to all the lovely people who want options for a quick and tasty side dish.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Tasty

    Me and my family totally love the woolies pumpkin and grain salad.. yum yum. I love how special effort is taken to separately pack everything so it doesn’t get mixed up. I have tried to mix this up with a number of other things, the best is with baby spinach and some extra feta.The ingredients taste great and super fresh. The quantity and quality, both are super cool and great. It’s a winner in my fam.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Like them

    The Woolworths Salad Kits are a great idea. The salads are delicious and healthy meal solutions. The reason I like them most is their convenience and freshness. I don’t mind paying if the ingredients are fresh. It’s a nice salad and I do add some baby spinach and rocket leaves sometimes.makes it more fun. I would recommend this to all mums who need a break from cooking once in a while.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Yum yum

    simply love the Greek salad kit from Woolworths. All the salads are so fresh and so very easy to make. The salad is very tasty with a delicious dressing. The salads are reasonably priced and the quality is just simply great. They are quite famous, grab them quick. The quantity is adequate for one person but you can always increase the quantity by adding more stuff like feta and spinach. Recommend trying.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Love it

    Me and my family totally love the woolies pumpkin and grain salad kit. It tastes great and super fresh. I like how they separately pack everything so if someone doesn’t want to add a particular thing, it’s okay. I have tried to mix this up with a number of other healthy items..the best is with baby spinach and some extra feta. The quantity and quality, both are great. It’s a winner and one of my fav woolies salad.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Like a home made salad but in a second

    This salad, while costing $9, is big enough to share. It is ulta convenient and with the different ingredients separated it is easy to add less of any of them to suit individual taste. For example my daughter would have added less of the seeds but I would have not used the full dressing sachet and I loved the seeds. I particularly liked the pumpkin in the salad as it added a different flavour and layer of interest. The 4 * rating was also encouraging with respect to future purchases as it is healthy as well as looking healthy.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Good sharing size salad

    This salad makes bringing something to a bbq to share very convenient and healthy. Altho the fetta cheese, seeds and sauce were packed separately on another tray i am not sure if the veg and couscous could be separated too. The rocket salad was a little dam for my liking. Other than that the size to share for 4 was more than sufficient. Will try the other flavours when I have to bring a dish to share.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • NIce, but expensive for the size

    These salad kits are very convenient, but i do think that at $10 they are a little pricey, considering they are quite small. I tried the roast pumpkin and grains and it was nice, but not amazing. I’d like to try some of the other options.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Salad kit review

    The Woolworths salad kits are a great idea. I tried the roasted pumpkin and grains salad kit. It was very tasty but would have been better with a little bit more green leafy salad to mix in. I would probably buy it again if I needed something quick and easy to grab and take somewhere like a park lunch out as a side dish.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Healthy quick side dish

    The flavours in this salad was amazing, I wanted to get a photo but the family attacked it too quickly. So the fact it went so quickly is a great sign given my family can be picky. Will be trying the other flavours next shopping trip.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Delicious, nutritious, convenient

    As a vegetarian of 30+ years this salad was the best choice for me. It was very tasty but a little stodgy. According to the list of ingredients there was basil pesto which I could neither identify nor taste. The dressing, although nice did not really complement the salad. On my limited budget this is not a product I would buy again as it was much too expensive.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Loved this One Too

    Our daughter is NOT a Pumpkin person, but when even she enjoys it, you know you’ve got a winner! Very tasty and convenient.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Thoroughly Enjoy!

    We tried the Spanish Style Pasta Salad with Chorizo, Red Onion & Fetta. Well … We can\’t speak highly enough of it! To say the taste was great is an understatement. We loved all the individual packs, and how fresh it was when made up. Looked lovely & tasted fabulous.
    Would highly recommend and we have bought again ourselves.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Nice

    I really liked it but for the price you would think there would be more salad in it. We had it as a side dish with ham and potatoes

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Love love love

    My kids loved it

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • tastey treat

    this salad really was delicious and made my lunch time feel like I was having a special treat.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Great tasting salad, Great for entertaining

    Not a salad flavor I would usually make and serve, it was easy to find in the supermarket. This salad was delicious, easy to assemble and has great flavors a hit with my guests, preparation was so simple and excellent for anyone who is time poor. Looking forward to trying some of the other varieties available

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Super Convenient

    This Salad was super convenient and delicious. However the cost for how much you got was not good.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions


  • Perfect accompaniment to Summery cold meats.

    Roasted Pumpkin and Grains Salads x 2 were the perfect lunch accompaniment to the Christmas lunch cold meats excesses used for a relaxing Boxing Day , easily prepared lunch for family and house guests. The salads were enjoyed by all. Healthy, nutritious and I loved the chunky roast pumpkin pieces. I made one salad using all the ingredients and the second salad without the addition of the balsamic glaze. I put the glaze in a small jug closeby for any person who chose to add their own glaze.
    Roasted Pumpkin and Grains Salads was such a success that now I’m eager to try the other varieties.

    I would recommend Woolworths Salad Kits to my family and friends
    I would buy Woolworths Salad Kits again
    I love the convenience of Woolworths Salad Kits
    Woolworths Salad Kits are perfect for entertaining or as a side for dinner
    Woolworths Salad Kits are delicious and healthy meal solutions

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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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