For the most up-to-date lunchbox review click to view the 2017 lunchbox review!
I have been totally overwhelmed by the excitement surrounding this lunchbox review. I have managed through the generosity of many lunchbox suppliers to secure 21 of the lunchboxes available on the market for back to school/ back to preschool for next year- 2016. I'm calling it The Great 2015 Lunchbox Review. If you are undecided about which lunchbox is best for you, read on! Every lunchbox review you need to help your lunchbox decision making is here!
There are new lunchboxes included in the 2017 review!
Your first question might be...why is she doing this? Well, Miss 5 is off to school next year and there is an overwhelming number of lunchboxes on the market. They all claim to be the next best lunchbox, they all have different features and they all suit different people and different lunch packing styles.
I want to give you all the opportunity to see what they all do, and how and what they are best suited for, so I've collated all the info for you, to make your choice much easier. In addition to that, each lunchbox reviewhas a full write up, with pictures and its pros and cons in a review that should answer any questions you may be left with. I'm not calling this a definitive guide, if there is another lunchbox question you have, post it at the bottom of the page in the comments and I'll do my best to answer it.
Here's the lunchboxes I've reviewed:
- Yumbox panino
- Yumbox original
- Bentgo kids
- Boon cargo
- Boon trunk
- Nude food movers
- Lunchbots Cinco
- Shikiri
- Tupperware sandwich keeper plus
- Sistema cube
- Sistema Triple Split
- Fliplids
- Go Green
- Fuel bento
- Planet Box
- Ikea FESTMÅLTID
- Decor DUO 3
- Goodby hERO
- Gold-i-lock
- Easy lunchbox
- Bentology bento
What I'm going to be using in 2016:
Miss 5: Yumbox (she has fruit break separately)- we interchange between the panino and the original,
Goodbyn and also Bentology Bento Box
Master 3: Boon Cargo and Trunk while I can still get away with it (they are opened for him at preschool).
Mr Kidgredients: Fuel Bento and Shikiri
Me: Lunchbots Cinco and Planet Box
The tables will give you the quick details, the full review posts will give you my impressions...and at the bottom I'm updating questions as they are asked!
So here goes!
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What fits an apple I hear you ask?
Goodbyn (kids size apple), Go Green (kids size apple), Sistema Cube Max, Sistema Triple split, Decor Duo 3.
What can go in the microwave?
The containers from:
Bentology, Fuel Bento, tray from Bentgo
These with no lid:
Shikiri, Ikea.
Complete:
Easy lunchboxes (with the lid loosely on)
Sarah says
I was just wondering which lunch box you would suggest for a 5 year old who is a big eater I was thinking the go green
Kylie says
Hi Sarah,
I haven't done this years review yet and there are some new ones! You need to know first: does the school require everything in one box? Or three containers eg crunch and sip, recess and lunch? if so, the go green would probably contain too much for just lunch.
yojana says
I am looking for a simple three compartment lunch box that would fit in a small fridge to go. Do you have a recommendation? Thanks for such a great summary!
Kylie says
The panino would work- but it's 4 compartment, so maybe an easy lunchbox?
Kylie says
Oops just read the small fridge to go. Sorry! I don't have a small one, only a medium.
Tracy says
This is great. Would any of these boxes fit a tub of yoghurt standing up, or would u have to lie it down? I worry about the height with someone them maybe not tall enough.
Kylie says
Probably the sistema triple split would!
Robyn says
Where can I find the go green for $43?
Great table by the way!
Kylie says
http://www.trendyliltreats.com.au/go-green-lunch-box-drink-bottle/ Here it is, just as a lunchbox. Not with bag etc.
Sonia says
Hi. Thanks for such a thorough review! Sorry if this has already been asked but could you please tell me if the yum box panini fits into the fridge to go medium with room to spare. I have a very hungry boy and want to put a few extra things in his lunch bag (on top if what fits in the yum box. Eg. A banana, bag if popcorn etc
Kylie says
Hi Sonia, it fits and I'll be doing some photos next week. There is room, but not heaps!
Sammie @ The Annoyed Thyroid says
Who knew there were so many lunchboxes and so many options! Thinking the Fuel Bento might be a great option for the hubster for Christmas - I'm just wondering if it's slim enough to fit into his laptop bag and if it would leak when put on it's side?
Kylie says
It might leak when on its side, depends what you put in it. ? I'm impressed he'll take lunch!
Kirsty @ My Home Truths says
I can't believe that you wrote this corker of a post plus a more detailed review for each lunchbox listed - well done you! I hope you can have a bit of a rest now Kylie!
Kylie says
Hopefully! ? it was a mammoth task to do, but I hope it will help someone get organised for back to school!
Feeding Finn says
This is a lot of work Kylie, well done! It will be a great resource for parents looking for a lunchbox. We have the two types of yum box and love them. They are perfect for my 1 yr old and 4yr old and we found them great for plane journeys. We also have the lunch bot one which again we love but I like that you can put yoghurt in the yum box ones.
Maja @ Mumma Hack says
You've made so many lives much easier with this list! Really great. Thank you 🙂
Kylie says
Thanks Maja, I've really enjoyed doing it!
pinchmebeautiful says
Wow! this is fantastic and much needed review. My little lady is about to start school, so this has been a real help to me. Thank you.
Kylie says
Thanks for stopping by and reading! I hope it has helped you make a choice for next year!