The 11 best baby bottles for newborns, breastfed babies, colic and more

The MAM Easy Start Anti Colic 2pk 260ml was awarded Gold for Best Product for Bottle Feeding at the Mother&Baby Awards 2023 and 2024.

The MAM Easy Start Anti Colic bottles are a game-changer for mums dealing with colicky babies. Their standout feature is that they’re self-sterilising for quick and hassle-free sterilisation in just minutes which is great for travel. Our mum tester Jade loved this feature, saying “One of the key features of these bottles is that they can be steralised on their own with a microwave without the need for additional sterilising equipment. As a mum who often visits friends and family this is a great feature as it means I don’t need to carry lots of sterilised bottles with me. I can just use the microwave at a friend's house to sterilise the bottle should my child need a bottle."

Designed with patented ventilation holes, these bottles prevent babies from swallowing excess air, significantly reducing colic symptoms, with our mum tester Amy noting “They are very hygienic and I would particularly recommend them to a mum whose child has colic, as we found these were the only bottles that helped.”

Our mum testers loved the ultra-soft silicone teats, made to mimic mums nipple, providing a comfortable feeding experience. Tester Jade said, "the teat shape is flat on one side. This is to mimic the mother's nipple when breastfeeding, which at first glance you would think, that’s not nipple shaped at all, but it does make sense that the nipple is flattened when feeding. Both my children took to the teats really well after transitioning from the breast so the flat teat was great."

They also loved the wide opening, making the bottles easy to fill and clean, making life a breeze for busy moms.

This was also Marie Louise's recommendation, saying "as a breastfeeding mum second time around, I have needed to express milk to help with my busy lifestyle and going back to work - my youngest is almost 10 months. I found peace of mind in the MAM easy start bottle to give him expressed breast milk and it is no surprise to see it as mum's number one choice of bottle in 2024!"

MAM also reports a 94% acceptance rate of their bottles for babies who’ve been breastfeeding too, as the products offer a range of comforting features. Our tester Jade felt this made them better value for money, noting "these are more expensive than some of the other well known brands. However my first born took to these bottle more easily than some of the others we tried so for the extra few pounds I felt it was worth it. They have also lasted a long time."

Jade did note that the measurements on the side of the bottle only start at 60ml. "As someone who likes to keep track of how much my child is drinking at each feed, I found it difficult to accurately keep check of how much was left in a bottle should he not finish the full feed."

Read our full MAM UK Easy Start 260ml Bottle review.

The Dr. Brown’s Anti-Colic Options+ Wide-Neck Baby Bottle 5oz was awarded Bronze for Best Product for Bottle Feeding at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Clinically proven to reduce windy colic, thanks to Dr Brown’s unique 100% vacuum-free vent system, this bottle offers both standard and anti-colic feeding options. The bottle is designed to adapts as they grow, making feeding sessions easy and comfortable. Our mum tester loved this feature for her child, commenting, “the fact that is has an anti colic vent systems and the flow is controlled by baby means, a happier more contented feed child.”

Another mum tester, Danya, praised the wide neck of the bottles, commenting, "Having a 3-month-old and 2 other boys, the wide neck makes it easier for me to pump milk and put it in a bottle for when we are on the go. I’ve tried several bottles
but I found that the Dr Brown bottle worked best. My baby took to it quite quickly and the bottle didn’t leak at all."

As one mum mentions, "These bottles are great as they offer both standard and anti colic feeding for babies." Designed to allow you to use the bottle with or without the removable internal vent system, making it convenient for all baby’s needs. 

Our parent testers found the bottle easy for their babies to grasp and hold, with our tester saying, “Baby is happy and able to hold bottle himself but gripping it so encouraging self feed too.” It keeps milk warm and offers a controlled flow, suitable for your baby's pace. Not only does it help with colic, but it also reduces wind, ensuring a more restful night's sleep for both baby and mum.

Danya found that they were easy to clean and felt durable. "The bottles are sturdy and I can tell they will last a long time. The bottles are also very easy to clean. I was provided with 2 bottles and so it helps when I want to rotate, I always have a clean set."

They're available in a range of designs and can also be bought with either glass or plastic bottles, depending on your preference.

Read our full Dr. Brown’s Anti-Colic Options+ Wide-Neck Baby Bottle 5oz review.

The Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Feeding Bottles were Shortlisted for Best Bottle Feeding Product at the 2021 Mother&Baby Awards.

If you’re struggling with latch issues, The Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Bottle might be just what you’re looking for. Featuring a breast-shaped teat that feels soft and natural, it provides comfort and familiarity for your baby. Our mum tester Chantelle said, “This is a really good product for transitioning from breast to bottle. The soft teat really helps and the shape of the bottle is really good for child development.”

Our parent testers found these bottles easy to use and clean, with a simple assembly process that can be managed single-handedly – perfect if you’re holding baby in the other hand as mum tester Fiona points out, “these bottles are extremely easy to use, they’re so simple to put together that I can do it with one hand whilst holding my baby.” The lightweight design and clear markings make it easy for parents to see how much milk is in there, with an anti-colic valve is ideal if your tot is struggling with colic. Mum tester, Stacey agreed, saying "There are very few components of the bottle making it so easy to put together. They are great to use as an on the go and busy Mum."

While some testers did find their baby struggled to adapt to this bottle from other brands, parents liked how easy it was to use thanks to how lightweight it is, the clear markings, and anti-colic features. Mum tester Stacey found it gave her confidence to use bottles from a well-known brand, "Being from such a trusted brand, they give me confidence that I am providing my baby with the best." Reviews were mixed on cleaning, with one mum saying she's like them to be a bit easier to clean while Stacey gave them 5* for cleaning, noting "I use the microwave to sterilise the bottles which I have found so easy to do."

Read our full Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Feeding Bottles review.

For a great value-for-money option, this Nuby set is ideal. Featuring a range of different bottle sizes, including 180ml and 270ml infant bottle options, the set is designed to grow with baby. The slow flow teats ensure a gentle feeding experience, minimising spit-outs and discomfort.

Included in the set you get two 180ml Nuby Natural Touch Bottles with Slow Flow Teats, two 270ml Nuby Natural Touch Bottles with Slow Flow Teats, Nuby Bottle and Teat Brush, Nuby Orthodontic Soother, Nuby Bandana Dribble Bib and Nuby Chewbie, making it a lovely gift for new parents. Our tester Carly thought this represented great value for money, saying "For all of the items you get, I think this is such a good price. In fact, I’d say it was a bargain more than anything else! Four bottles, a dummy, teether, bib and bottle cleaner all for under £20? It’s almost too good to be true. As a personal preference too, I absolutely love the pattern."

They rated highly with Carly for safety, "Nuby’s Natural Touch bottles are already an award-winning product, which is always going to put the mind at ease, but with a soft teat and a seemingly steady flow, I have no concerns. There aren’t any small parts which I would fear would result in a choking hazard, and the flow isn’t too quick and easy that my little one would take in
more than they should."

Featuring a super soft teat inspired by the shape and texture of the nipple, it helps baby latch-on easier, helping baby to easily switch between bottle and breast. Some testers found these to be the best bottle for breastfed baby who refuses bottle and one mum found her son took to these bottles well, commenting, “he was combi-fed but he stopped taking anything but breast at two months. The only time we've been successful with a bottle is with these bottles.” The bottles also incorporate three advanced antic-colic valves.

The Nanobebe Flexy Silicone Baby Bottle is loved by parents for its soft and flexible silicone body, providing a comfortable feel for babies during feeds. Holding up to 9oz of liquid, it’s designed to grow with your baby as their appetite grows. 

With an anti-colic teat, non-tip base, and BPA-free design, the squeezably soft, breast-like bottle experience facilitates a smooth transition to bottle feeding or combination feeding without teat confusion. Our tester, Chris and his wife Jayne, found that their 9-month old daughter took to the bottles well, saying "Hayley currently has a morning bottle that she has roughly half of (approximately 110ml) and a before bed bottle she generally finishes (210ml). Both bottles are with formula milk. Over a week of testing Hayley took to these bottles well; she drank similar amounts, with occasionally a small increase in the amount she drank in a morning."

Another mum tester felt they were also good for combination feeding, commenting, “I am breastfeeding and on the rare occasion I can't I wanted to find a good bottle for my son that would be easy to transition from breast to bottle. These are great, he has no problem latching as he has with some other bottles we've tried, and even better is we have had no problems with it leaking as we have had with other bottles.”

Testers also liked the leak-free design and comfortable feel. Chris noted that when it came to cleaning it was simple enough but the teats required more attention, saying "a bottle brush with an inbuilt teat cleaner was used to clean the bottles and teats in soapy water, which were then sterilised in a water steriliser. We did note that care was needed to remove any residual milk from the teats."

One particular USP of the bottles that our tester, Chris noted was the embossed measurements. "A feature we greatly appreciated was that the bottle measurements are embossed rather than printed – we are no longer able to accurately measure the remaining milk in our existing bottles as the digits have worn away."

The bottle's naturally hygienic, made from extra-soft silicone and is dishwasher and microwave-safe. The materials are BPA, PVC, LEAD, and PHTHALATE-FREE, putting your mind at ease. Its advanced 360° TRIPLE VENTED non-collapsible teat design ensures a perfect latch and reduces post-feeding fussiness or discomfort. They're available in four colours —Grey, White, Turquoise, and Pink.

The MAM Easy Start Self Sterilising Anti Colic Starter Set won Bronze for Best Bottle Feeding Product at the 2021 and 2020 Mother&Baby Awards.

This starter set combines all you need as a new mum, which our mum tester Lucy noticed, "MAM Easy Start Bottle Set is great for first time parents, it has everything you need for bottle feeding baby – with bottles suitable from newborn onwards." She noted that "I wish I had bought this set then, it has everything you could need from day one, the bottles, the dummy, being anti-colic and self-sterilising. You can tell the brand has really thought about what will make parent’s lives easier, and having it all there even if it’s a just-in-case reassured me."

Our tester Lucy also appreciated how all the elements fit together easily, "I found everything really easy to disassemble for sterilising, and the mix and match nature of this set just makes it so simple – I’m not hunting around for the correct base for that size, or the correct teat for that top, I know everything fits together."

These bottles are also loved by celeb mum Lucy Mecklenburgh for how her own baby took to these bottles - she loved how they’re anti-colic and self-sterilising, making them very convenient.

Featuring MAM's SkinSoft silicone teat, it’s designed to mimic the feel of a mother's breast making the feeding experience as comfortable as possible for baby. The ventilated base helps reduce colic, while the unique self-sterilising feature makes them ideal for travel. One mum tester said these bottles really helped her son’s wind. “I couldn't recommend the MAM bottles more as it helped him with his wind (the bottles are designed with valves on the bottom to help with air flow.) We really noticed a difference in how long it took to wind him with these bottles."

Tester Lucy also liked the design of the anti-colic device in these bottles, which she preferred to the Dr Brown anti-colic bottles. "I love the anti-colic system – I’ve had a couple of bottles from other
brands where it’s more like a straw which attaches inside the bottle, and it’s really tricky to clean, or to feel like it’s been sterilised properly. With these bottles it’s a flat valve which pops in the bottom of the bottle, it can be taken out to sterilise, and there’s no hidden surfaces I’m worried about not getting clean."

Read more on the MAM Easy Start self-sterilising bottles which feature in this review of a wider set.

The Nuby Natural Touch Easy Latch Anti Colic Bottles won Bronze for Best Bottle Feeding Product at the 2019 Mother&Baby Awards.

With soft and flexible silicone teats to mimic mums breast and encourage the proper feeding positioning, it also features three valves to minimise air ingestion making the Nuby Natural Touch Easy Latch Anti-Colic Bottles are ideal for babies suffering from colic. Our mum tester Payal found they worked a treat with her baby, saying “The teats were brilliant for my 'refluxy' baby who liked a slower flow of milk and regular burping.”

They're 100% BPA free, dishwasher and microwave safe, and tester Carly said this made her life easier, "the bottles are easy to clean and I can confidently sterilise them in all standard options, with my personal favourite being the Nuby UV steriliser, which does a quick job and gets them back in my hands at a nice temperature."

The wide neck design simplifies filling and cleaning, though some parents noted difficulty reading the measurement indicators during sleepy night feeds. Our mum tester Barbara said, “The scale to measure volume quantities could be improved. I had to look very carefully at the scale as it is in a small font size and the grey ink colour made it difficult to see. It is very easy to make a mistake when measuring water, especially as a sleep-deprived mum!”

As this set comes with three bottles, our tester, Carly, felt it offered value for money, "There are so many bottles on the market, some of them are far pricier than others, but I think the Nuby bottles are such a great price point, with a set of three coming in at less than £10 - an absolute bargain."

Read our full Nuby Natural Touch Easy Latch Anti Colic Bottles review.

The Tommee Tippee Anti Colic bottles offer a game-changing solution for parents, with over 80% of testers saying it helped their baby’s colic symptoms. Our tester, Stacey agreed, saying "I did notice a change in my baby’s colic symptoms after using the bottles which I am so pleased about - I have a much happier and comfortable baby!" With a vented design and anti-colic tubes, these bottles work by drawing air away from the milk. “As soon as we started feeding him with these we could tell these would do the job” one mum tester said. “Compared to the regular bottles, your baby will need to work harder to get the milk which means less air going to his stomach” she continued.

Leakproof, BPA-free, and Phthalate-free, they’re free from harmful chemicals. And for even more peace of mind, the bottles' heat sensing technology ensures a safe temperature for baby.
Designed to mimic the breast, the soft silicone teats help promote a good latch making them ideal for switching between breast and bottle.

The only downside our tester, Stacey found was that these bottles require a bit more cleaning and assembly steps compared to other bottles. "Due to the anti-colic function of the bottle, there are more components than other standard bottles that I have used. However, it is still so simple and easy to put together. The bottles are so easy to sterilise using the microwave. There are a few smaller areas to clean, so I did have to use a bottle brush to ensure that milk is fully cleaned."

Stacey did notice some leakage when shaking the bottles but none when feeding her 4 month old. "I use the bottle to mix the formula powder and hot water, and I did find that when I shook the bottle to mix it all together that some liquid leaked from the lid. It did leave a little bit of clearing up and it is something to be cautious of when making bottles up. I did not notice any leaking when using the bottle to feed with baby though."

The Lansinoh NaturalWave Breastmilk Feeding Bottle & Teat was Shortlisted for Best Bottle Feeding Product at the 2017 Mother&Baby Awards.

The Lansinoh NaturalWave Breastmilk Feeding Bottle & Teat encourages the wave-like tongue movement crucial for babies transitioning between breast and bottle feeding, mimicking the natural sucking style babies learn at the breast. Our mum tester Liz loved this for her baby, “these Lansinoh NaturalWave Breastmilk Feeding Bottles are really sturdy and the teats are great for recreating a natural breast feeling so you can happily express or formula feed your baby with them still thinking it's the breast so you can mix up feeds.”

Made BPA and BPS-free, these bottles offer peace of mind for parents concerned about toxins. The wide base and super soft silicone teat ensure a comfortable feeding experience for both parent and baby as well as being easy to clean.

The clear measurements on the side make it easy to monitor intake, while the bottles' durability and ease of cleaning add to their appeal. Our mum tester Liz says, “the measurements on the side of the NaturalWave Breastmilk Feeding Bottle are really clear so you know how much you are putting in and how much you're baby is drinking.” 

The main downside our testers found was in the plain design as well as finding the teat occasionally fiddly to reassemble, as mum tester Liz points out; “the bottles could look a little prettier as quite a plain design and sometimes the teat was fiddly to out back into place.”

Read our full Lansinoh Baby Bottles NaturalWave review.

The Philips Avent Natural Feeding Bottle was Shortlisted for Best Bottle Feeding Product at the 2017 Mother&Baby Awards.

Ideal for helping that transition between breast and bottle as seamless as possible, the Philips Avent Natural Feeding Bottle is designed to fit comfortably in the hand, making late-night feedings easier. “The bottle is comfortable to hold and the teat is flexible to the point that baby can look around while feeding.” commented one mum tester. Our parent testers have also found their babies like to hold on to this bottle too. 

While parents loved the quality and design, some did find the anti-colic teat noisy, with one mum tester saying “the anti-colic teat can be noisy, making a high-pitch squeal as baby sucks, which can disrupt feeds.” They did however like how easy it was to clean and assemble.

Read our Philips Avent Natural Feeding Bottle review.

The Ember Self-Warming Baby Bottle System aims to change the way we prep a baby bottle. It's a two-in-one system with a bottle and warming system that uses convection current technology and triple check safety features to heat the bottle to the right temperature.

As a mum to a five-year-old and a 2-month-old our tester, Shriti, is adjusting to the busy life of being a mum of two, and found the Ember Baby Bottle System was a useful aid in making her life easier. She found it comforting that it's BPA-free, saying this "is a huge relief for me as a parent as it ensures the bottle is safe for my two month old to use.

She found the self-warming aspect was a time saver, despite taking longer to warm than she'd expected. "The temperature control of the Ember Baby Bottle System is quite handy, as it generally keeps the milk at a consistent temperature, so it doesn't go cold if your baby wants a little break from feeding. I did however, found that it took a little longer to warm up than I was expecting.Having the temperature control feature was extremely useful, especially for saving time. During late-night feedings, it was easier to ensure that the milk was at the right temperature.

It's designed to be anti-colic and our mum tester agreed that this was the case and also that it could help for breastfeeding mums, saying "the anti-colic vent system seems to be effective, as I've noticed a reduction in gas and fussiness. I also found the nipple design to be decent for transitioning between breast and bottle."

When it comes to cleaning, Shriti found it generally straightforward, though the silicone sleeve was tricky to remove. "I found cleaning the Ember Baby Bottle System fairly straight forward too. The bottle is dishwasher safe which makes life so much easier! The bottle is designed with a wide neck too, so it helps with manual cleaning a lot more.The only thing I found difficult to clean was the silicone sleeve, as it can be tricky to remove and reattach."

All in all, she felt it offered value for money, despite the higher price tag, especially "if you're looking for a high-quality bottle with temperature control and anti-colic benefits."

Read the full Ember Baby Bottle System Review

Milton's Baby Bottle Cleaner offers a solution for thorough cleaning of baby bottles and feeding accessories, effectively removing milk residue that could harbour harmful bacteria. Developed with sensitive skin in mind, its fragrance-free formula ensures gentle cleaning without irritation. Our parent tester said, “since using the bottle cleaner I have noticed a big difference in the residue left on the bottles after use, I was always complaining before that they were greasy looking and hadn’t been cleaned properly but since using this product I have noticed a huge difference and I feel much happier with the cleanliness of my baby bottles.”

With Milton's reputation for sterilisation and its natural ingredients, parents can trust the quality and safety of their baby's feeding equipment. Easy to dispense, this fluid offers lasting value as only a small amount is needed per wash, with the 500ml bottle lasting for up to 100 uses. One mum tester also loved how readily available it was. “Another bonus is it’s a product that can be picked up whilst doing the weekly food shop or it can be ordered off of Amazon for delivery which are the two main places I would buy from, making life a little bit easier as a mum.” She commented.

Silver Winner for Best Product for Bottle Feeding at the M&B Awards 2023

Suitable from: Birth | Best for: Cleaning bottles and feeding accessories | Includes: Two 500ml bottles | Award: Silver. Read our Milton Baby Bottle Cleaner review here.

The Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Day & Night machine is loved by mums and dads, helping them with quick and precise bottle preparation around the clock. Allowing you to prepare a bottle in just two minutes, it's ten times faster than a kettle, making it ideal for those late-night feeds. The machine takes water directly from the tap, filtering out impurities with an antibacterial filter, ensuring safe and clean water for your baby's bottle.

First-time mum and Mother&Baby's Features and Reviews Editor, Emily tested this machine and found it gave her peace of mind. "Having only used ready-to-drink bottles previously, I was quite nervous about making up a bottle of formula, keen to make sure I did everything correctly. Thankfully, this clever machine does all the thinking for you."

This machine is designed to help parents find the perfect temperature without the guesswork, both day and night. Its sleep-friendly design includes soft glow lights and an adjustable volume control, allowing for quiet use during nighttime feeds. Emily said "The night feature of this model is a real bonus as it reduces as much disruption as possible at night because you do not have to turn the main lights on to see and use it and the noise also isn’t too loud."

While some users wished for a larger water tank capacity, the overall feedback praises its effectiveness and user-friendly design. Mum tester Emily found it made her life easier, saying "Having used it for a month now, I’m a huge fan of a the Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Day and Night, as always having the perfect temperature bottle for our bundle of joy makes life a little easier as a busy new mother who is still finding her feet."

Bronze Winner for Best Product for Bottle Feeding at the M&B Awards 2023. Read our full Tommee Tippee Perfect Prep Day & Night review here.