Clean and safe: The best sterilisers for baby feeding equipment
The best sterlisers to keep feeding equipment – and more – germ free!
Whatever method you’re using to feed your baby, investing in a steriliser is a must to keep all those fiddly feeding items clean and free from harmful bacteria.
But with so many options – electric, microwaveable, or cold water – it can be tricky to know which one is right for you. That’s why we’re here to break it down and share our top picks for keeping your little one’s feeding equipment safe and germ-free.
Bounty Baby Award Winners – Best Sterilisers
The winning baby products of the year have all been exhaustively tried, tested and voted on by real mums, bubs and Bounty’s expert panel.
This year, the award winners were determined entirely by parents who cast their votes across a range of categories, including nappies, car seats, prams, and breast pumps. Products were evaluated based on quality, value, user-friendliness, and innovation.
The annual Bounty Baby Awards showcase top products in the parenting industry, offering new and expecting parents trusted guidance on what to bring into their homes.
READ NEXT: All of the 2025 Award Winners
The winners of the Best Sterilsers 2025 are:
Gold Award: Milton Antibacterial tablets
Silver Award: New Beginnings 2-in-1 UV Steriliser & Dryer
Bronze Award: Medela Quick Clean™ Microwave Bags
The best sterilisers 2025 for baby equipment
GOLD
Milton Antibacterial Tablets
RRP $10.95
Consistent award-winners, Milton Antibacterial Tablets use a cold water sterilisation method that sterilises in just 15 minutes and kills 99.9% of germs. Made solution is effective and reusable for 24 hours and comes in a convenient 30 tablet pack which is mess free, easy to use and great for use when travelling or on the go.
Key features:
- Expertly developed to sterilise in 15 minutes all baby items using cold water
- Hospital grade disinfectant
- The Milton cold water method of sterilising has been used by mums and midwives for over 70 years
- Kills 99.9% of germs
- Ideal for use at home, travel and overnight stays
- No need to boil or rinse and no residual taste remains
- Solution can be used multiple times for up to 24 hours
- Use to sterilise all breastfeeding equipment and feeding accessories
- Only 2 tablets required to make 4L of antibacterial solution
SILVER
New Beginnings 2 in 1 Ultra Violet Steriliser & Dryer
RRP $129.95
New Beginnings UV 2 in 1 Steriliser and Dryer is the perfect compact unit you need to dry, sterilise and store your feeding accessories.
This handy unit dries in 41 minutes and sterilising in 11 minutes.
Key features:
- Kills up to 99.9% of common germs and bacteria
- Strong and reliable PHILIPS* UV-C Globe
- Safe and durable with no UV light leakage
- Easy, intuitive digital smart touch buttons
- BPA Free
- Hepa filter to capture smaller particles such as dust and mould (+2 replacement filters provided)
- Super silent when drying or sterilising
- Can be used to sterilise anything. Please refer to manufacturer of your item to see if it is suitable to sterilise with UV.
- 12 months warranty
BRONZE
Medela Quick Clean™ Microwave Bags
RRP $26.95
New Beginnings UV 2 in 1 Steriliser and Dryer is the perfect compact unit you need to dry, sterilise and store your feeding accessories.
This handy unit dries in 41 minutes and sterilising in 11 minutes.
Key features:
- Kills up to 99.9% of common germs and bacteria
- Strong and reliable PHILIPS* UV-C Globe
- Safe and durable with no UV light leakage
- Easy, intuitive digital smart touch buttons
- BPA Free
- Hepa filter to capture smaller particles such as dust and mould (+2 replacement filters provided)
- Super silent when drying or sterilising
- Can be used to sterilise anything. Please refer to manufacturer of your item to see if it is suitable to sterilise with UV.
- 12 months warranty
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Tommee Tippee Ultra UV 3-in-1 Steriliser, Dryer and Storage
RRP $319.95
The Ultra UV steriliser is the fuss-free and super clean way to sterilise, dry and store your baby’s feeding equipment in a sterile environment. The UV steriliser is designed to kill viruses* and 99.9% of bacteria without using heat, steam or harsh chemicals.
Key features:
- UV lights kills viruses* & 99.9% of harmful bacteria.
- Sterilise and dry equpment in 60 minutes – fuss-free and super clean
- Energy efficient – long lasting Philips UV bulb lasts up to 6,000 hours
- Filters dust, pollen and airborne pollutants – comes with one spare filter
- Auto light shut off – UV light shuts off if opened while in use for safety
Philips Avent Electric Steam Steriliser & Dryer SCF293/00
RRP $249.00
The Ultra UV steriliser is the ultimate fuss-free way to sterilise, dry, and store your baby’s feeding equipment in a completely sterile environment. Unlike traditional methods, this UV steriliser kills viruses* and 99.9% of bacteria without relying on heat, steam, or harsh chemicals. So, whether you’re looking for convenience, extra cleanliness, or both, this steriliser has you covered.
Key features:
- All in one, space saving design
- Integrated drip tray
- Sterilise and dry in just 40 minutes
Milton 2 in 1 Combi Steriliser Starter Kit
RRP $54.95
The Milton 2 in 1 Combi Steriliser is designed to be quick and easy to use.
Unique safety vent technology gently release the pressure, it’s fast and easy – sterilises in just two minutes in the microwave or 15 minutes with cold water. Stays sterile for longer for 24 hours and spill free, with strong carry handle. .
Key features:
- Unique Safety Vent Technology: an innovative pop-up safety vent allows some pressure to form inside the combi unit. When enough steam is generated, the vent pops up to gently release the pressure.
- Sterilises in just 2 minutes in the microwave or 15 minutes with cold water. Stays sterile for longer – whether you use the cold water or microwave method, you can be sure the contents stay sterile for 24 hours – either kept in the Milton Sterilising Solution or left in the unopened microwaved Milton Combi.
- No risk of spillages in your kitchen.
- Strong carry handle: so it’s portable and easy to move around the kitchen.
