Bumbo Step ‘N Potty review

from Bumbo
RRP  £39.99
Bumbo Step

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At a glance:

This clever little product does three jobs in one, which definitely makes your life easier when potty-training. The potty is easy to clean and comes in bright colours to appeal to tots too.

What they say:

“Bumbo's Step nPotty provides a complete 3 in 1 toilet training solution for toddlers. The soft toilet trainer is used to assemble the first stage potty seat which has a removable potty for easy cleaning. The base converts into a slip-resistant step and the soft seat is placed on the adult toilet for the ultimate security & comfort.”

Tested by mum Lindsay Urquhart for the Mother & Baby awards 2018:

Would you recommend this to other mums?

I would recommend this as it's definitely one of the comfiest seats I have come across on the market for little bums, and the fact it's easy to clean is a big yes from mums as it's all about hygiene! It's also made well for boys as they tend to spray out forward when going to the toilet but this has a bit of support at the front of the seat, which acts as a sort of barricade. I will definitely recommend this to mums of boys especially, it certainly saves us a few accidents. One downside is it is rather bulky for storage.

How did this product make your life easier?

My son likes sitting in this seat, he says it's nice and soft and comfy – that itself makes my life easier as he actually wants to use it compared to others before. It's also very easy to clean and acts as a handy stool for my son to stand on when washing his hands.

Would you choose this product to win?

I would choose this product over other seats as I particularly like the bit at the front which stops boys having accidents. Also, I love the fact that the seat is so comfortable, with a supportive back rest. This product does cost more than others on the market but you are paying for the quality, which is excellent. It should win!

What changes would you make to this product?

I would make it less bulky, as I don't have a huge bathroom, storing it is sometimes difficult.

Tested by mum Chelsea Warner for the Mother & Baby awards 2018:

Would you recommend this to other mums?

I would recommend this product because it’s so handy and the design and build is such good quality. It is a brilliant potty and I would use it again when I have another baby.

How did this product make your life easier?

This product makes it a lot easier for mums, especially if they have several children. My daughter is 13-months-old and I have started to train her already because this product is so easy to use. She will happily go on the potty for a number two, as she feels so grown-up sitting on the seat and it’s so comfortable for her.

Would you choose this product to win?

I think that this product should win as it is easy for a toddler to use and is well-designed.

What changes would you make to this product?

I would change the way you can clip the seat on, as sometimes it moves when my little one is sitting on it, which puts her off.

Tested by mum Samantha Tyler for the Mother & Baby awards 2018:

Would you recommend this to other mums?

I would recommend this product to other mums because of the accessibility. It is a three-in-one product: potty, toilet seat and step. It’s so comfortable for your little one, due to the soft padding, and is an attractive unisex colour!

How did this product make your life easier?

Now I don’t need to go out and buy three different products, because this potty does the job of all three. I also found it very easy to empty and clean, compared to other potties.

Would you choose this product to win?

I would choose this item above others because of it practicality. The colours are also fun and-eye catching and the padding is lovely and soft.

What changes would you make to this product?

I think the seat could be a little sturdier.

Tested by mum Danielle Kenny for the Mother & Baby awards 2018:

Would you recommend this to other mums?

Yes, this product is very self-explanatory to use. The fact that it splits into three different parts makes it easy to store too, which I am sure any mum will be pleased about. My little boy was drawn to it and sat down to do a wee immediately, despite having never done this before!

How did this product make your life easier?

This product makes my life easier as mum because it is a beautiful design, which is appealing to my son. It encourages him to sit on it, making toilet training a lot easier. Also, it is a three-in-one product, a potty, toilet training seat and step all in one. This is helpful as I don’t need to buy three separate pieces of equipment.

Would you choose this product to win?

This is a very good value potty and I would probably choose it to win if it weren’t for the price tag!

What changes would you make to this product?

The only flaw is the price, otherwise it is excellent quality and a reliable purchase.

Tested by mum Paige Lockwood for the Mother & Baby awards 2018:

Would you recommend this to other mums?

I would recommend this product to fellow mums as it has everything you need in a potty and more. It acts as a normal potty on the floor but you can change it into a step and then put it on the big toilet. For taking out and about, you don’t need to worry about spillage as there is a lid.

How did this product make your life easier?

This product makes my life easier as my son loves sitting on it, due to the vibrant colour. He also finds it comfortable as the seat is made of a sponge material. He even likes to sit on the potty to just watch television, which is testament to how comfy it must be!

Would you choose this product to win?

I would choose this product above all others on the market because it's both colourful and comfortable. It’s great!

What changes would you make to this product?

I think the seat could be a little bigger.

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