Best no-mould bath toys to buy your child
Worried about mould growing in your child's bath toys? Check out our pick of mould-resistant rubber ducks, floating shapes and stackables - from UK brands like retailers Amazon, Edushape, Munchkin, Cuddledry and more...
There are a ton of fun, budget-friendly bath toys on the market right now - but they might not necessarily be 'mould-free'.
Usually, a little bit of mould in a bath toy is not a huge problem, and can easily be solved with some cleaning. However, we totally understand that some parents would prefer to purchase bath toys that do not allow a build-up of mould inside.
With that in mind, we've put together this list of the best no-mould bath toys that will keep your child entertained while washing.
From adorable rubber ducks to crayons that work on bath tile, these toys are perfect for turning bath time into an event your toddler will look forward to.
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- How do you know if a bath toy is a no-mould bath toy?
- Is it no-mould if it's BPA, phthalates or PVC free?
- Best no-mould bath toys to buy in 2025
Best no-mould bath toys at a glance
- Cuddledry CuddleDuck, £12.99
- Boon Fleet Stacking Boats, £14
- Ubbi Squeeze N Switch Bath Toys, £9.99
- Munchkin Float Play Bubbles, £13.99
- Edushape Magic Creation Jungle Fun Bath Shapes, £17.99
- Matchstick Monkey Bathtime Slide Set, £14.99
- Munchkin Bath Rattle Squirts, £6.49
- Munchkin Pop Squish Popping Bath Toy, £6.49
- Bath Crayons, £5.99
- Toy Story Bath Toy Set, £20
How do you know if a bath toy is a no-mould bath toy?
Usually, if a toy is mould-resistant, that'll be one of its clear selling points - so it'll be pretty obvious in the retailer's description online.
With bath toys, a good indicator is whether or not the toy is all one piece. If so, there's no room for water to get inside the toy, and potentially develop mould.
For example, bath toys with little holes in the bottom aren't mould-free, as water can enter the toy and stay there.
Is it no-mould if it's BPA, phthalates or PVC free?
A fair few of the toys in our list are proud to call themselves BPA, PVC, and phthalate-free, in addition to being mould-resistant.
BPA is a chemical that is used in certain types of plastic, and phthalates are added to plastic to make it more flexible. Both carry possible health risks - so are sometimes avoided. For example, you might've heard of BPA-free baby bottles.
PVC is an environmentally-questionable material we know some parents would rather opt to avoid.
So, just because they are free of these things doesn't mean they're guaranteed to be no-mould. Technically, though, it does make them 'non-toxic'.
Best no-mould bath toys to buy your child or toddler
1. Cuddledry CuddleDuck, £12.99
Available from: Not On The High Street
Age suitability: From birth | Best for age: From birth | Batteries: None
A classic duck made with natural rubber, with no hole in the bottom. Available with pink or blue dots, to suit your little one's preference. The claim is that this duck is naturally antibacterial and anti-mould, as well as phthalate-free and non toxic. The paint is also safe according to the EU Toy Safety Directive (EN71). It's all lovely and soft, too, and comes in a sweet organza bag which makes it an excellent gift for new babies.
2. Boon Fleet Stacking Boats, £14
Available from: iHerb
Age suitability: 9 months + | Best for age: 9 months+ | Batteries: None
A set of 5 colourful boats which your child can use to scoop up, pour and sprinkle bath water, or stack into a pile. These boats def promote interactive play, and are BPA, Phthlate and PVC free. There are little sprinkle holes, but nowhere for water to get stuck - something parent reviewers really enjoyed.
3. Ubbi Squeeze N Switch Bath Toys, £9.99
Available from: Amazon
Age suitability: 9 months+ | Best for age: 9 months+ | Batteries: None
4 interchangeable (mix and match!) bath toys, including a green seal, orange octopus, yellow crab, and a blue whale. Twist, squeeze and pop the lids on different bottoms - there's lots of colourful, splashy fun to be had with these cute toys. They do allow water inside but as the water stays inside with a lid, it's easy to pour out and see when it's been left inside. As its not being hidden in a little hole, you're not at risk for a mouldy build up.
4. Munchkin Float Play Bubbles, £13.99
Available from: Amazon
Age suitability: 4 months + | Best for age: 4 months + | Batteries: None
You get 4 'bubbles' per set, which are little plastic spheres containing 2 fun bathtime characters and 2 devices which whirl around. Designed to stimulate a bright-eyed baby's senses of sight, sound and touch, these floating bubbles certainly do the trick. They're bright and engaging when spinning and rattling - and floating - away in the tub. They're also quite textured, so are good for your baby to grab and hold. Notice there's no entry point for water to get in, making them no-mould, as far as we can tell!
5. Edushape Magic Creation Jungle Fun Bath Shapes, £17.99
Available from: Amazon
Age suitability: 2 years + | Best for age: 2 years + | Batteries: None
18 decent-sized (ranging from 8cm - 23cm) animal and jungle-themed shapes that stick to smooth surfaces when they're wet! Comes with a net bag to keep 'em stored. These jungle bath shapes are chunky, floaty and super fun to stick on bathroom tiles after being dipped in the bath.Ideal for toddlers who are learning about animals, creating stories with pictures and LOVE to grab a hold of as much as possible.
6. Matchstick Monkey Bathtime Slide Set, £14.99
Available from: Baby Mori, Amazon
This bathtime slide can be attached to your bath using its suction grips and comes with three colourful animal rocks. It’s simple for little hands to play with and will add a splash to their tub as they place the lion, giraffe and monkey rocks on the slide and watch them dive into the water.
7. Munchkin Bath Rattle Squirts, £6.49
Available from: Boots and Munchkin
Age suitability: 9 months + | Best for age: 9 months + | Batteries: None
These adorable bath animals come with a bright colourful shell that rattles when shook. They also fill up and squirt water to create a water gun or underwater bubbles.
8. Munchkin Pop Squish Popping Bath Toy, £6.49
Available from: Boots and Munchkin
Age suitability: 12 months + | Best for age: 12 months + | Batteries: None
This toy is the perfect sensory accompaniment for bath time. Its poppers can help improve your child's dexterity and keep them entertained while you get them washed.
9. Bath Crayons, £5.99
Available from: Boots and Munchkin
Age suitability: 36 months + | Best for age: 36 months + | Batteries: None
These 5 colourful bath crayons can draw on tile, porcelain or other smooth surfaces and be easily washed off with a damp cloth or sponge. They're ideal for encouraging creativity and active play, and really take bath time fun to the next level.
10. Toy Story Bath Toy Set, £20
Available from: Disney Store
Age suitability: 12 months + | Best for age: 12 months + | Batteries: None
For those who are a fan of Toy Story, this Disney character set is perfect for bath time role play. It comes with 5 characters: Buzz, Woody, Jessie, Bullseye and Rex.
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Cordelia Aspinall is a Digital Writer for Immediate Media, working across brands including The Recommended, RadioTimes.com, MadeForMums and BBC Gardeners’ World. She has previously worked and written for digital publications including Condé Nast Traveller, The Evening Standard, Cosmopolitan, and several other lifestyle brands.