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Best lunch containers of 2025: Lunchbox Award winners

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The Healthy Food Guide Lunchbox Awards are back again, just in time to help you through the sometimes-overwhelming task of what to pack for school or work lunches. This year, we’re thrilled to give you a sneak peek at the winners of our brand-new lunch-ware category, with the full list of our favourite lunchboxes, bags and bottles to be revealed on Friday, 20 January! 

The perfect lunchbox, bag or bottle does more than just hold your meal—it keeps food fresh, enhances convenience and adds a touch of style to your day. Whether you’re focused on meal prep, packing lunches for your kids, or finding eco-friendly and chic designs, there’s something for everyone. 

Here are the winners of our newest awards category!

NEW ZEALAND WINNERS

Avanti YumYum Kids Auto Flip Spout Insulated Bottles  

Why our dietitians recommend: Keeps water cold 

Avanti YumYum Kids Insulated Lunch Bags   

Why our dietitians recommend: Great size 

B Box Lunchbox (2L capacity)  

Why our dietitians recommend: Fits a whole banana 

Smiggle Large Bento Lunchbox  

Why our dietitians recommend: Seals well 

frank green 34oz/1L Ceramic Reusable Bottle with Straw Lid

Why our dietitians recommend: Great size and sturdy 

Mepal Take a Break Bento Box  

Why our dietitians recommend: Practical and versatile 

Aubrey Luxe Lunch Cooler Bag  

Why our dietitians recommend: Great size and keeps things cool 

 

AUSTRALIAN WINNERS

Smash Stainless Steel Handled Food Flask

Why our dietitians recommend: Keeps food fresh and appealing

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Sistema – 1.1L Ribbon™ Lunch with Mini Bite™ & 480ml Swift™ Bottle Pack  

Why our dietitians recommend: Eco-friendly, food safe plastic lunch set 

Natural Supply Co – The Somewhere Co Ice Brick  

Why our dietitians recommend: Keeps your food fresh and your drinks chilled 

Ela & Earth – Cuba Kids Lunch Bag 

Why our dietitians recommend: Insulated lunch bags with a fun design 

Frank Green Stainless Steel Bowl with Glass Lid 

Why dietitians recommend: Perfect for portable salads

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Yumbox – Poke Bowl 

Why our dietitians recommend: Adjustable compartments perfect for finger foods 

Yumbox – Yumbox Original 

Why our dietitians recommend: Perfect for packing bite-size portions of your child’s favourite foods 

 Luxey – Chino Lunch bowl 

Why our dietitians recommend: Glass and food-grade silicone bowl with a spill-free design 

frank green 34oz/1L Ceramic Reusable Bottle with Straw Lid

Why our dietitians recommend: Highly durable and customisable insulated bottle   

Thermos® 470ml Stainless King™ Vacuum Insulated Food Jar with Spoon

Why our dietitians recommend: Long-lasting temperature control with durable and practical design 

Thermos® 290ml FUNtainer® Stainless Steel Vacuum Insulated Food Jar

Why our dietitians recommend: Compact, portable design that keeps food warm for hours 

 Explore the full list of Lunchbox Awards winners and find the perfect products on 20 January 2025 at www.lunchbox.healthyfood.com


Date modified: 6 January 2025
First published: December 2024

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