The Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Perfect Prep Machine is one of those products that parents know about. A game-changer for those formula-feeding, it ensures swift and precise bottle preparation. This innovative device delivers a freshly made bottle at the perfect temperature in just two minutes, thanks to its unique filter system. With adjustable volume control and an automatic cleaning cycle, it simplifies feeding routines. Compatible with all formula brands, it offers convenience without compromise.
Pros
- Easy to use
- Takes less than two minutes
- Suitable for most brands of formula milk and bottles
Cons
- Replacement filters aren't cheap
Scroll down to find out what our parent testers thought of the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Perfect Prep Machine. If you're looking for a more updated model, the Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Day and Night Machine was popular with our mum testers.
Mother&Baby parent reviews
Shilo Moody: "As a mum of twins I would wholeheartedly recommend this Perfect Prep Machine to anyone who has multiple babies. It’s a real game-changer in the preparation of bottles, it’s easy to use and is so quick at making bottles that those late night/early hour feeds are a little less stressful because you can get that bottle in a screaming baby's mouth a lot quicker.
Having to prepare numerous bottles a day is time-consuming and as a mum of twins I have very little time to do anything. The Perfect Prep Machine takes the stress out of listening to 2 crying babies as I know I will be able to get their bottles to them quickly. The bottles are made to the perfect temperature so are good to go straight away rather than trying to cool kettle water or heat a bottle from the fridge. It is a little pricey and the replacement filters aren't cheap but overall they are a small price to pay for full, happy, quiet babies!"
Jackie Bitton: "I could not do without the Tommee Tippee perfect prep machine now. Once you've put it all together and done its first clean and learned how to use it without referring to the manual you'll be so glad you bought this. The hot shot of water kills any germs and the filter removes any impurities. It looks very smart and stylish in black. Easy to clean and easy to use after the first couple of times. I would recommend this to anyone.
The only thing I'd improve is the tray that fits under the tap so that the rim doesn't go all the way around so that the bottle can fully sit underneath. It does work as it is but with the bottle I am using, I sometimes tilt the bottle back a little. Other than that, I can't fault this machine so far."
Michael Osterfield: "This a nice little machine that does exactly what it says it does, bottles are made at a drinkable temperature in a couple of minutes. It's fairly easy to use once you've got the hang of it. I like the design of it and the black colour makes it look like a smart piece of kit. It has warning lights to notify you when to top it up with more water. There's a host of things that have been well thought about in this. You can also use other branded bottles with this.
It's a little bit noisy but I'd rather put up with the noise than not have this machine in my life. Sometimes tiny bits of water miss the bottle but not a lot at all."
A Mother&Baby Award Winner
The Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Perfect Prep Machine was also shortlisted for the Mother&Baby Awards 2015 and was a winner in 2014.
2015 – Shortlisted for Bottle Feeding Product Award!
The Tommee Tippee Closer To Nature Perfect Prep Machine is an amazing time saver when it comes to prepping bottles – especially for night time feeds. The product is easy to use and makes bottles in less than two minutes, and the filter does not need to be replaced – just cleaned.
It’s compact and inconspicuous in a kitchen but it does have a few technical glitches; the temperature light, which comes on erratically, being the most common issue. The product’s plastic finish is nice but is not likely to have the same longevity as a metal finish (for example) yet upping the quality of the material would surely increase the cost of an already pricey product.
The Prep Machine is great for any baby using a bottle but is recommended for parents of newborns, who will probably get the most use out of the product. It might not be something that you would buy for yourself but as a gift, it would be appreciated.
2014 – Bottle Feeding Product Award!
The Perfect Prep Machine by Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature is a brilliant time saver for busy mums (especially if there are twins involved!). There’s no need to boil the kettle, heat the milk, measure quantities – the Prep Machine does it all for you! It’s especially great for emergency bottle prepping – when baby is crying or wakes unexpectedly and is super-duper hungry.
The product does sometimes overheat, which temporarily ceases the machine, and it does not offer a millilitre measurement option - a slight inconvenience. It is also expensive. But for the amount of time you’ll ultimately save, the Prep machine is sure to be a worthwhile investment for many mums and dads.
2014 – Shortlisted for 'Innovation of the Year' Award!
Tommee Tippee’s Closer To Nature Perfect Prep Machine makes life with a baby so much easier! It’s particularly brilliant for bleary-eyed midnight feeds and, importantly, is easy to use; simply turn the dial to the desired number of ounces then press the button twice and hey presto... bottle ready to serve!
The filter (£8.99) will have to be replaced every three months, which is an ongoing cost and although the Prep Machine is stylish, it has a large footprint in a smaller kitchen. It’s also pricey but so worth the convenience!
A journalist since 2015, Emily Gilbert is the Features & Reviews Editor for Mother&Baby and has written for the website and previously the magazine for seven years. Emily writes about everything from the top baby products to pregnancy, fertility and maternal mental health. Specialising in product reviews, Emily is the first to know about all the exciting new releases in the parenting industry.