11 of the best baby bottle sterilisers 2024
If you are using baby bottles, it is advised that they are sterilised to prevent infections until your baby is at least one year old. Sterilisers are also used to sterilise dummies and breast pump parts.
They are four main types of steriliser:
Electric sterilisers. These are plugged in and use steam to sterilise up to six bottles in around 5 - 10 minutes. They need regular descaling.
Microwave sterilisers. These also use steam but you put them in the microwave for around 4 - 8 minutes. They are smaller than electric sterilisers and so fewer bottles fit inside.
Cold water sterilisers. This is the cheapest option. Sterilising tablets or liquid are added to a container of cold water and the bottles are submerged for around 15 - 30 minutes.
UV sterilisers. Water and chemical-free, these use UV light to kill bacteria. They are not just restricted to feeding items as you can also sterilise a multitude of items like toys, keys, phones and make up brushes.
You can also just boil feeding equipment in a large pan for at least ten minutes.
12 OF THE BEST STERILISERS UK
This list has been narrowed down to the very best with thorough research and the following considered:
Consumer reviews
Best-seller lists
Recommendations from industry experts
Award-winning products
Personal experience and the products loved by other parents.
The list is updated annually. It was last updated on 7 January 2024.
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1. Tommee Tippee Advanced Steri-Dry Electric Steriliser
This has three functions: it can steriliser, dry or sterilise and dry.
It can sterilise six standard baby bottles in 40 minutes.
If the lid remains closed, the contents will stay sterile for 24 hours.
It has a HEPA air filter to block dust and dirt. It should be replaced very six months and one replacement is included.
Comes with a 150ml bottle and a 0-6 months old dummy.
2. MAM 6 in 1 Electric Baby Bottle Steriliser
A multi-function device that can be used as a electric steriliser, microwave steriliser, cold water steriliser, food and bottle warmer and breast milk defroster.
Electric sterilising takes 7 minutes. In the microwave it takes 5 to 11 minutes depending on the wattage.
If unopened the contents will remain sterile for 48 hours.
Comes with a MAM bottle and newborn soother.
3. Tommee Tippee Super-Steam Advanced Electric Steriliser
Electric steam steriliser.
Holds up to six bottles.
Sterilising time is five minutes.
If left inside, they will remain sterile for up to 24 hours.
Fits a wide range of bottles, dummies and breast pump accessories.
Regular descaling is important to keep it in good working condition.
Available in black and white.
4. Munchkin Latch Steriliser Bags
A pack of six bags that are used in the microwave.
Holds one big or two small bottles.
Sterilising time is 1.5 to 5 minutes, depending on the microwave wattage.
Each bag can be used 30 times.
Great for travel and small kitchens.
5. Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Microwave Steam Steriliser
A microwave steam steriliser.
Holds up to four bottles.
Sterilises in 4 to 8 minutes.
Fits most bottles and microwaves.
Comes with hygienic teat tongs.
Contents will stay sterile for 24 hours if left unopened.
6. NUK Micro Express Plus Steriliser
A microwave steam steriliser.
Can sterilise up to four 300ml bottles plus accessories in four to seven minutes, depending on wattage.
Fits most microwaves.
7. Milton solo travel steriliser
If you’re travelling, this single bottle steriliser will be ideal as it’s small and be used in the microwave or with cold water and a sterilising tablet.
It would also be great if you use just one or two bottles and don’t want a large steriliser taking up space at home.
It can lie flat in the microwave.
Sterilising takes two minutes in the microwave and 15 minutes with cold water.
If left closed the bottle will stay sterile for 24 hours.
8. Vital Baby Nurture Advanced Pro UV Steriliser & Dryer
A UV steriliser which kills 99.9% of bacteria.
Sterilises in 7 minutes. Sterilises and dries in 29 minutes.
Holds around four bottles.
Can also be used to sterilised wide variety of other items like keys, phones, toys etc.
Uses much less power than traditional electric steam sterilisers.
Items inside the unit will remain sterile for up to 72 hours.
9. TOMMEE TIPPEE ULTRA UV STERILISER
A UV steriliser and drier that kills 99.9% of harmful germs.
Takes between 35 and 60 minutes.
Has a storage mode to keep bottles sterile.
Holds 6 bottles
10. Nuby baby bottle UV steriliser
UV steriliser which holds two bottles.
Length of cycle is 3 minutes.
If unopened the contents will stay sterile for 24 hours.
Comes with a Nuby bottle, teat and dummy.
11. Milton Cold Water Steriliser
This cold water steriliser holds six bottles.
Use with Milton sterilising tablets or fluid.
The sterilising bucket is lockable, has a handle, a pouring spout and a weighted grid to keep items submerged.
Takes 15 minutes to sterilise. Use with Milton Sterilising Tablets or fluid.
Items will remain sterile for 24 hours. There is no need to rinse them.
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