The brushes are durable enough to withstand repeated cleanings but soft enough that they won’t scratch bottles, nipples or other feeding equipment. This brush is softer, but will still scrub away filth while not scratching your bottles. It has a non-slip grip handle and an ergonomic design that makes it comfortable to hold during lengthy washing sessions. The brush’s wide bristles can get to the inner ridges of bottles, which can be hard to reach, giving you a more thoroughly cleaned bottle. You can tell a lot of effort has gone into the design of this bottle brush from Nuk. Featuring bristles that will get rid of really crusty bits while also wiping away filmy residues without scratching. Brush material: Bottle brushes are typically made with silicone or bristles (plastic or stainless steel) to help you get into all the nooks and crannies of your bottles and nipples. The material impacts how expensive the brush is and how long it will last. Silicone bristles are softer and less likely to develop mold and bacteria, but they’re often more expensive. Some brushes also have sponges at the end, which can be a useful cleaning tool — although they typically have to be replaced even more often. I bought the Dr. browns bottle brush and it has a scrubber on the end specifically for the Dr. browns nipples. It is the best brush and I’ve never had any issues with discoloration. I have been using them and washing by hand for 7 months."

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Bottle brushes are usually long and thin, and can fit into narrow bottles to thoroughly clean the bottom and sides. They may also have strategically placed nubs and mini brushes to help you scrub small valves or bottle nipples. Bottle brushes also come in handy when you want to scrub your breast pump parts, and they're essential for getting sippy cups and water bottles clean, too. The Boon Cacti is so cute! It matches perfectly with our Boon Lawn set. I love how it doesn’t look like baby things have taken over our kitchen, even if they have."Make sure to thoroughly clean your bottle brush after each use to get rid of the threat of harmful bacteria. Rinse all soap from the brush with hot water, then hang it up to dry. When you’re done cleaning, any water on the brush drains down into the storage cup to easily be emptied—no stagnant water sitting to create bacteria and odors. And if it needs a thorough cleaning, you can pop the whole thing in the dishwasher. If there’s any downside, it’s that this brush set is really only suitable for shorter water bottles.

Silicone Bottle Cleaning Brush with Long Handle, 31cm/12.5

With an 18-inch design, this bottle brush is perfect for cleaning taller water bottles—especially considering the bristles extend approximately two-thirds of the way down the brush. The stiff plastic bristles sit atop flexible wire, so the brush can bend to hit the bottle at all the curves and nooks and crannies. This feature also makes this an exceptional brush for oddly-shaped water bottles and vessels like vases. Still, the bristles are still firm enough to provide a good scrubbing. And, even though the top of the brush is made of flexible wire, the handle is a sturdier plastic to help you get a solid, comfortable grip. It also has a hang hole at the end for convenient drying and storage. BÉABA® Silicone Meal Set includes everything baby and parents need for weaning. All items are 100% silicone making it soft, supple and safe. The silicone brush heads and stainless steel handle are more durable than plastic alternatives, ensuring that this brush will last a long time without needing replacement (take that, landfill garbage). You can sterilize it by boiling the brush heads in water for a few minutes, though Tika put hers in the sterilizer without issues. The handles also have hooks on the bottom so you can hang them dry and store them out of the way. I have the boon set and we use it all the time, even for grown up stuff. Looks cute on our windowsill and I don’t have to fiddle with hanging individual pieces somewhere inconvenient."

This silicone brush has a long 14-inch handle that has no trouble reaching the very bottom of most water bottles. And for those who don’t want to deal with misshapen, shedding nylon bristles, silicone is a fantastic alternative. The silicone bristles on this brush are softer—aka less likely to scratch your water bottle, especially if it’s glass—plus are more resistant to odors and bacteria. The silicone design also makes for a softer, more comfortable grip, leading to less hand fatigue while you clean. She also personally preferred the minimalistic design to the brand’s similar, cactus-themed kit and loved the storage base, which has holes so the water can drain and the brushes can dry better. Bottle brushes can help remove hard mineral deposits from the inside of your water bottle, but they may need to be used in combination with a cleaning solution such as vinegar or baking soda, says Vieira. If the deposits are very hard and stubborn, it’s best to soak your bottle in a cleaning solution overnight before trying to scrub the deposits. The best bottle brush not only cleans your bottles and pump parts, but does so without leaving scratches or requiring extra elbow grease from the cleaner. You may, however, find that certain brushes work better on certain bottles or pump parts. To help narrow down your choices, What to Expect staff and community members say you should consider the following factors when choosing the best bottle brush: For a good deal on both a silicone bottle brush and straw brush, look no further than this Hiware silicone bottle brush set. It includes a 14-inch bottle brush, a 10-inch straw brush, and a mini brush for lids and other corners. The bottle brush is made of silicone and has a nonslip handle, while the smaller detail brush (and straw brush) is made of plastic bristles. All of the tools are dishwasher-safe and can be hung to dry by their handles.

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I like the munchkin ones. It has a separate nipple brush that screws into the handle. They last more than a month but it is recommended to replace them every 30-45 days." I had Dr Brown one but since I used it everyday, it broke easily. Then I bought the OXO one and I loved it since. It makes my cleaning way better and its berry sturdy. I'd have bought it from the beginning to make my pumping business easier.

How we chose the best bottle brushes

I usually buy the munchkin bottle brushes because they’re cheap but they’re good. I really like them."

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Like any other cleaning tool, a silicone bottle brush can harbor bacteria if you don’t clean it properly. To prevent this, just rinse your brush as best you can after every use and let it air dry before storing it away. Unfortunately, there’s no specific mention of the dishwasher, but a handful of reviewers note that they put their own Scotch-Brite Glass and Water Bottle Brush in the dishwasher without issue. As a general rule of thumb, most water bottle brushes should be replaced every month or two. Always keep an eye on the condition of your brush. Once the bristles start to fray, bend, or discolor, it’s a good indicator that the brush needs replacing.

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The OXO bottle brush is a fan favorite among What to Expect community parents. “This is by far the best brush I’ve tried,” says one happy WTE mom. The brush has a flexible head with soft and firm bristles to help you clean all the nooks and crannies in your bottles, and the detail cleaner hidden in the handle can be used to clean nipples and narrow pump parts. Parents love how the brushes clean bottles, but some say the mini brush isn’t as effective. BPA*-free, BPF-free, BPS-free, PVC-free, phthalate-free (*in accordance with existing regulations). The Boon Cacti looks like a cute plastic plant, and contains four separate brushes: a conventional bottle brush, a small brush for nipples, a long, skinny tool for straws and valves, and a loop scrubber for crevices and curves. Parents report that the big cactus-shaped handles on the brushes are easy to hold when scrubbing. The different brushes work well for reaching all the hard-to-get parts of bottles, and it's handy to have all your tools easily accessible. Material: Bottle brushes are made from plastic or silicone, with silicone or nylon bristles. Some also have sponges surrounded by bristles. Plastic and nylon are cheaper, silicone is more expensive. Nylon bristles also break down faster than silicone, and they're stiffer (which could be a plus or minus depending on what you need to wash). chevron_left Previous chevron_right Next zoom_in Hover over image to zoom swipe Swipe for more media