Splash About Go Splash Swim Vest review

A baby swim vest is an important item in your little one's baby swimwear clothing. Our panel of parent testers loved how comfortable the swim vest swimming aid was, without restricting their baby’s movement in the water. With a number of cute prints and designs, these vests are durable and lightweight, whilst giving your tot independence in the pool (under close supervision of course).

Awards

The Splash About Go Splash Swim Vest won Gold in the Mother&Baby Awards 2025 for Best Travel Product Under £30.

The Splash About Go Splash Swim Vest has proven to be a holiday essential for many families, winning praise for its vibrant designs, excellent safety features, and all-around practicality. Parents found the range of fun patterns and colours particularly appealing for children, with one tester noting, "There were lots of choices of patterns and colours available and materials are of a good quality."

Another added, "The colours on it make it really vibrant, able to see in both the sea and swimming pools," highlighting how the bright designs also add a layer of visibility and reassurance in busy water settings.

When it comes to quality and comfort, the vest didn’t disappoint. Testers described it as “very good quality, well padded and the design is attractive,” with several pointing out how comfortable it was for their children to wear. One parent shared, "My daughter was really excited to wear it, she said it was comfortable and it did not appear to restrict her movements in any way." The vest's secure but easy-to-use zip was another standout feature: "The zip feels really sturdy and it was easy for me to get on and off, but also my 2-year-old too."

In terms of performance, the Go Splash Swim Vest did exactly what parents expected and more. "The performance of the product is excellent and did exactly what I expected it to do," one tester said, while others commented on how safe and well-designed the vest is. "My children get on brilliantly with these vests. They are unbelievably safe and well designed!"

Practical details like quick-drying material and a lightweight feel made this vest ideal for travel and daily use. As one parent mentioned, "It dried quickly when put outside on the line and looks comfortable to wear."

Final thoughts

The Splash About Go Splash Swim Vest is a standout choice for parents looking for a reliable, stylish, and child-friendly swimming aid. Its combination of bright designs, thoughtful comfort features, high safety standards, and ease of use has made it a firm favourite with families, especially during holidays and swimming sessions. From the materials to the design, it's a well-made, well-loved product that lives up to its promises—and then some.

Emily Gilbert is the Features & Reviews Editor for Mother&Baby. With a background in both print and digital journalism, she has written extensively on pregnancy, fertility, perinatal mental health, and the best in baby and parenting products. A first-time mum to Theodore, Emily combines her professional expertise with personal experience, offering readers trusted advice and relatable insight. Specialising in product and travel reviews, she stays ahead of the curve on the latest parenting trends and is passionate about showing that life with a little one can still be full of adventure.