Best Baby Formula Makers
These will help you get the perfectly mixed bottle, every time.
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A scoop of powder, some warm water and then a whole lotta shaking: This is how you make a bottle of formula by hand.
It’s easy, but can also be annoying when you end up with lots of foam or dry clumps of powder floating in your baby’s bottle—not to mention air bubbles, which is a problem if you have a gassy or colicky baby. A baby formula maker can help you make smooth and creamy bottles of formula without adding air into it. Below are our picks for the best baby formula makers.
The Best Formula Makers
Best Multifunction Formula Maker
Pros
- Quickly makes bottles
- Easy to use
- Works with all types of formula
Cons
- There’s a learning curve to using it
- Pricey
Move over coffee machine, there’s another life-saving appliance new parents need. With the Formula Pro, you can load the machine with enough water and formula to make 20 eight-ounce bottles. It’s ready to pour one warmed and mixed at the press of a button. You can choose from three bottle temperatures and select the formula amount—from 2 to 12 ounces—and it works with all bottle brands and sizes and all types of formula. You’ll want to make sure you give the user manual a read to make sure you know how to use it properly. Note: this is a newer model of the popular Baby Brezza Formula Pro and this Babylist exclusive white-on-white color looks so sleek on countertops.
Best Formula Pitcher
Dr. Brown's Formula Mixing Pitcher - Olive, Formula Mixing Pitcher, 32 Oz
From $10.99Pros
- Preps formula for more than one bottle at a time
- Thoroughly mixes water + powder
- Inexpensive
Cons
- Not super durable
- Can be tricky to put together
When you want to make a big batch of formula, a pitcher like this one is great. Pump the handle at the top, and the rotating blade cuts up lumps and stirs the formula into a silky smooth texture without adding air. The mixing blade can be cumbersome to clean if you’re washing by hand but it’s safe to toss the small pitcher parts on the top rack of your dishwasher for less work on your part.
Best for Effortless Blending
Pros
- Blends formula with a push of a button
- Unique mixing wand blends formula without air bubbles or clumping
Cons
- Lid is not dishwasher safe
- Requires batteries
Tired and don’t feel like moving a muscle? This battery-powered pitcher is for you. Just push the button on the lid and the motorized blade spins and blends formula with zero effort. But unlike a regular blender, this mixer won’t add air into the formula. One thing to note, while the container is dishwasher safe, the lid has to be hand-washed.
Best On-the-Go Option
Pros
- Lightweight and compact
- Easy to clean
Cons
- Some parents said the lid is hard to twist
- Only has two compartments
Packing a can of formula eats up too much space in your diaper bag, and pouring powder from individual baggies can make a mess. This container has three compartments, each with space to hold enough formula for a 9-ounce bottle. The pouring spout prevents formula spills, making it ideal for when you need to whip up bottles away from home.
How We Chose the Best Formula Makers
We analyzed results from Babylist’s Best Baby Products survey, which asked thousands of Babylist users to share the baby products they love the most and why.
We utilized insight from the Babylist editorial team, including Gear Editor Jen LaBracio, an expert in the baby space for over six years and a mom of two who has written hundreds of baby gear guides and personally researched and tested hundreds of baby products, including many formula makers.
We reviewed customer reviews from hundreds of real Babylist parents.
Do You Need a Baby Formula Maker?
Shaking up bottles of formula by hand is always an option and works fine for those who need an occasional bottle for supplementing. But if you’re making several bottles of formula a day—like to bring to daycare—a baby formula maker is one of the formula feeding supplies that can make life a little easier.
And if you’re still looking for the right baby formula to feed your little one,be sure check out our list of the best baby formulas including organic and sensitive tummy options.
What Types of Formula Makers are There?
There are two types of baby formula makers: Simple mixers you use for blending and all-in-one systems you load with formula and water to dispense a warm bottle at the push of a button (think: a Keurig for babies!). Each type has its pros and cons.
Baby formula mixers: Simple mixers produce a smoother consistency of formula than you might get by shaking a bottle by hand. And mixing pitchers are great for making a batch of formula you can store in the fridge and then pour into bottles throughout the day (it’s safe to store and use mixed formula in the fridge for up to 24 hours). Simple mixers don’t warm up bottles, but they’re generally less expensive and easier to clean than all-in-one systems.
Baby formula all-in-one systems: It’s hard to argue against the convenience of all-in-one formula makers. You can fill them with water and formula, choose your bottle size and press a button to get a bottle that’s perfectly measured, mixed and warm. The only downside is that they’re more expensive and take up counter space.
Note: It’s not safe to microwave bottles since this can create hot spots in the liquid and burn your baby’s mouth. Instead, you can either place a bottle of formula in a bowl of hot water or use a bottle warmer.
