The sterilisation cycle takes four minutes in a microwave that’s 1100 watt or more, six minutes for 850-1000 watt, and eight minutes in microwaves up to 800 watt. Then there’s three minutes cooling time. The unit also keeps items sterile for 24 hours if the lid remains unopened.
What we love
As the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Microwave Steam Steriliser has just three parts (the base, the inner tray and the lid), it’s incredibly easy to assemble and the Closer to Nature bottles fit into the loading tray perfectly. The teats and lids also have their own hooks to hang from, which means you can fit plenty in without a struggle. It’s so quick to pop together and not at all fiddly, so it’s perfect if you’re in a hurry.
The steriliser is also really easy to take apart at the end of the cycle, and as the lid doubles up as a sterile tray, you can simply place it on the kitchen surface and put the bottles straight onto it to make up a feed, which means they remain completely germ-free.
It’s good value for money, too, as it comes with a Closer to Nature bottle, soother, teat tongs, which are particularly useful for removing items from the hooks without burning your fingers, and a bottle brush.
What to watch out for
It’s best to have some oven gloves to hand, as it can be tricky to remove this steriliser from the microwave. It continues to be very hot even after leaving it to cool down for three minutes. There also aren’t any handles to lift the system out of the microwave.
As with all sterilisers, it’s best to take care when you remove the lid, as it’s very steamy. It’s also a good idea to check the size of your microwave first, to make sure this product will fit before you part with your cash.
Who is the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Microwave Steam Steriliser best for?
Wide-neck bottle users looking for a hassle-free steriliser.
This BPA free steriliser means parents have a worry-free way of cleaning their baby’s bottles, and it is very simple to use. The sterilisation cycle is reasonably speedy, and it’s compact enough to store away easily. The lack of handles mean it can be tricky to move the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Microwave Steam Steriliser around when it’s hot, but it’s lightweight, good value for money, and the secure lid will help prevent any accidents.
