8 Best Baby Bottle Sterilizers Reviewed

To prevent the buildup of bacteria and other harmful microbes, it is important to utilize a baby bottle sanitizer or sterilizer.

These devices enclose the entire bottle (or object) and subject them to strong forces that keep them healthy, sanitary, and ready for everyday use.

H ere, we’re looking over the most important baby bottle sterilizers this year.

Outlined will be strong points from reviews, product functions, and key features that make them stand out in today’s market. They are listed in no critical order.

8. The First Years Simple Serve Bottle Warmer

This The First Years device can sanitize a multitude of baby products including, but not limited to bottles.

The ultra-modern machine kills 99.9% of pathogens and can dry bottles by using low-temperature infrared light.

It can also accommodate narrow, wide, angled, and also disposable bottles.

Yass

• Ultra-quick sanitization process
• Low-temperature drying available
• BPA-free
• Auto shut-off

Nopes

• Some reviews claimed that the bottles were not warm enough, others state that they were too hot

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Suggested Read: If you’re interested in baby sterilizers, why not take a look at some baby bottle prep tools too. 

7. Dr. Brown’s Deluxe Bottle Sterilizer

Dr. Brown’s is here with the Deluxe electric sterilizer whose extra-large flat rack that can directly sanitize up to 6 bottles and over a dozen small pacifiers or toys at once.

Its large capacity and easy-remove rack are what truly rank it as one of the best baby bottle sterilizer machines on the market.

Yass

• Easy to clean and dry
• Simple and intuitive use – automatic controls
• Removable, built-in accessory tray
• Auto shut-off – when a cycle is complete

Nopes

• Does not dry the bottles completely

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6. Philips AVENT 3-in-1 Electric Steam Sterilizer

An upgrade from its microwave counterpart, the electric AVENT is a slim, tall device that can kill 99.9% of germs within a reported 6 minutes.

A strong feature, according to reviewers, is its movable rack which can accommodate several items at once.

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• Slim, 3-in-1 adjustable modular design that can help save space
• Automatic shut-off – increases speed and safety
• Strong steam from the electric source
• Can keep its contents sterile for 24 hours – with an open lid

Nopes

• The power button might stop working
• It seems to work at 120V instead of the presented 220V

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Check out how to bottle feed a baby the right way in our separate piece here!

5. Munchkin Steam Guard Baby Bottle Sterilizer

This baby bottle sterilizer can kill 99.9% of the most common bacteria in just two minutes. It can fit up to four bottles AND two breast pump shields in a go, which is another big plus.

The most appreciated feature of this product is its open-away latch which prevents accidental burns while opening or operating it.

Yass

• Multifunctional and easy to use
• Lightweight and equipped with heat-resistant handles
• Extra safe thanks to the open-away latch
• Functions in all standard microwaves

Nopes

• Non-intuitive handles that might also break
• Some reviewers are not satisfied with how it sterilized their bottles

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Recommended Read: Since you’re here, you might also be interested in getting a great baby bottle too. 

4. Dr. Brown’s Microwave Steam Sterilizer

Making yet another appearance on this list, this Microwave Steam Sterilizer device is specially formulated to fit up to 4 regular or wide neck bottles, Dr. Brown’s version of a microwave sterilizer kills harmful pathogens quickly and without the use of harmful chemicals.

The set comes with a removable basin and a pair of tongs that make it easier to handle freshly sanitized bottles. It can also sterilize pacifiers and Dr. Brown’s glass products.

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• Removable and convenient quick-empty basin
• Comes with a removable sterilizing tray
• All materials used are BPA free
• Made in the USA

Nopes

• The bottles could come out smelling of melted plastic or actually melted
• Beware that it might be larger and bulkier than expected

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3. Tommee Tippee Microwave Sterilizer

This Tommee Tippee device is strong and compact, yet wide enough at its basin to sanitize up to 4 bottles at a time.

Its wide storage rack and BPA free construction make it one of the best baby bottle sterilizer models for microwaves.

It can also sanitize pacifiers, tongs, and other tools too, which makes it even more useful.

Yass

• Large storage space within a compact frame
• Easy to assemble and operate
• Chemical-free sterilizing – kills up to 99.9% household bacteria
• Phthalates-free and BPA-free

Nopes

• Can be a bit hard to open

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Suggested Read: Another great product to use if you want squeaky clean baby bottles is dish soap, one specially made for babies. 

2. Papablic Baby Bottle Electric Steam Sterilizer and Dryer

The Papablic Baby Bottle Electric Steam Sterilizer is a state-of-the-art steam heating system that won’t break the bank and does what it says exactly: it sterilizes baby bottles and other sensitive items that come in touch with your baby’s mouth such as bottle nipples and pacifiers while also drying them.

The manufacturer promises that the device kills bacteria in around 8 minutes after placing the baby bottles and accessories in the sterilizer. The set-up is easy and there’s even a special basket for tiny parts of your breast pump and other baby items you use when feeding the baby,

The steam technique of sterilizing baby bottles is reportedly safer and more reliable than a dishwasher with hot water. The hot air-drying tech will ensure that your baby bottles, pacifiers, toys, and breast pump attachments will stay dry, bacteria-free, and smelling fresh all the time.

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• Setup is a breeze, build quality is good
• Spacious (fits up to 10 baby bottles, standard size)
• 99.9% of harmful bacteria will be gone in less than 10 minutes
• Auto shut off function
• BPA-free
• Dryer function (automatic)

Nopes

• Not for 8 oz bottles
• May leave unsightly burn marks

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1. Philips AVENT Microwave Steam Sterilizer

Using the heat generated by a microwave, the AVENT turns the water in the basin into pressured steam. This then goes to kill 99.9% of harmful pathogens on a wide array of microwave-safe baby products.

Among these are Philips AVENT bottles, traditional or natural baby bottles, and pacifiers, lids, and other small items. It is considered to be among the best in baby bottle sterilizer devices for its ability to effectively sanitize in only two minutes.

Yass

• Quick sterilization process
• Lightweight and portable
• Very easy to use and ultra-fast
• BPA-free

Nopes

• Some bottle types may not fit
• May be too big for some microwaves
• Difficult to handle right after taking it out of the microwave

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Conclusion

It’s clear that several different types of sanitizers will compete for the title of best baby bottle sterilizer as while some may find portable models to be more useful, others may need a full electric sterilizer. Perhaps a microwave model will be that perfect in-between.

Whatever the case, these sterilizers are top contenders for anyone looking for a safe means of disinfecting baby bottles and other baby items as well.

What are your thoughts on this list? Feel free to share your opinions and concerns.

Editor's note: this post was first uploaded in October
2017 and has received multiple updates, including
the most recent one in November 2019.