Baby Brezza Steriliser Dryer vs Tommee Tippee Super-Steam: Which Bottle Steriliser Wins?

COMPARISON · FEEDING

Every bottle-feeding parent faces the same nightly ritual: wash, sterilise, repeat. A good steriliser takes the dread out of that cycle, but choosing one is surprisingly tricky. Do you spend more for an all-in-one that dries your bottles too, or stick with a simpler steam steriliser that does one job well and fast?

We put two of the most popular options side by side: the Baby Brezza Steriliser Dryer Advanced (around £110) and the Tommee Tippee Super-Steam Advanced Electric Steriliser (around £50). They target very different pain points, and the right pick depends entirely on how you feed and how much worktop space you can spare.

We compared real-world specs, running costs, and parent feedback across our community to help you decide without the guesswork.

Lil' Bubba's verdicts

• Best Overall: Baby Brezza Steriliser Dryer Advanced · 8.5/10 - sterilises and dries in one step with the largest capacity we have seen
• Best Value: Tommee Tippee Super-Steam Advanced · 8.0/10 - five-minute cycle, half the price, and trusted by UK parents for years

	Baby Brezza Steriliser Dryer Advanced	Tommee Tippee Super-Steam Advanced
Rating
Price (approx.)	£110	£50
Capacity	8 bottles + 2 pump sets	6 bottles
Sterilise cycle	~10 min	5 min
Built-in dryer	Yes (HEPA-filtered)	No
Sterile storage	Up to 48 hours	Up to 24 hours
Modes	4 (sterilise+dry, sterilise, dry, storage)	1 (sterilise)
Best for	Exclusive bottle-feeders, expressing parents	Budget-conscious, combo feeders

How we picked the 2

We shortlisted sterilisers that parents on our platform add to their Nests most frequently, then filtered by in-stock availability, brand reputation, and community feedback. The Baby Brezza and Tommee Tippee Super-Steam consistently came up as the two most-discussed electric sterilisers in UK parenting circles, representing the premium all-in-one and the reliable affordable pick respectively.

What to look for in a baby bottle steriliser

Steam sterilisers work by heating water above 100°C, producing steam that kills 99.9% of harmful bacteria. Every electric steriliser on the market does this job effectively, so your decision comes down to a handful of practical factors.

Capacity matters more than you expect. If you exclusively bottle-feed, you will cycle through six to eight bottles a day, plus teats, lids, and possibly breast pump parts. A steriliser that holds only four bottles means running it twice as often.

Drying is the dividing line. Basic steam sterilisers leave everything wet, and you either air-dry on a rack (which risks re-contamination) or shake bottles dry by hand. A built-in dryer adds cost but saves the juggle, especially overnight.

Cycle time varies from five minutes to over forty for a full sterilise-and-dry cycle. If you just need bottles ready fast and are happy to air-dry, a quick steam-only cycle wins. If you want them bone-dry and ready to fill, the longer combined cycle is worth it.

Compatibility is worth checking. Most sterilisers fit standard bottles, but taller anti-colic bottles or wide pump flanges may not fit in every model. Make sure whatever you choose can handle the bottles you already own.

Running costs are minimal for either type, typically under £1 per month of electricity. The hidden cost is replacement parts: HEPA filters, descaling solutions, or proprietary refills.

1. Baby Brezza Steriliser Dryer Advanced / 10 · Best for exclusive bottle-feeders

The Baby Brezza Steriliser Dryer Advanced is the product for parents who never want to see a wet bottle sitting on the draining board again. It sterilises using natural steam, then automatically switches to a HEPA-filtered drying cycle that pushes 95% germ-free air through your bottles, leaving them dry and ready to fill.

With space for eight bottles, two full breast pump part sets, and assorted accessories, it has the largest capacity of any steriliser we have tested. The modular two-bin design means you can customise the layout depending on what you need to fit, and four modes (sterilise and dry, sterilise only, dry only, and storage) give you flexibility as your routine evolves.

What parents love

• One-step convenience. No more juggling between steriliser and drying rack. One parent told us: "I load it before bed and everything is bone-dry by morning. It has genuinely changed our night routine."
• Massive capacity. Eight bottles and two pump sets fit comfortably, which means fewer cycles for exclusively bottle-feeding families.
• Kitchen-friendly design. A parent shared: "It looks smart enough to live on the worktop permanently without looking like baby clutter."
• Modular flexibility. The two-bin system adapts to different bottle heights and shapes, so it works across brands.

What to know before you buy

• HEPA filter replacement. The filter needs replacing every three months, which is an ongoing cost that adds up over a year of use.
• Longer total cycle. A full sterilise-and-dry cycle takes around 40 minutes, which is significantly longer than steam-only alternatives.
• Price premium. At around £110, it costs more than double most steam-only sterilisers, so it is harder to justify if you only use a few bottles a day.

Best for

• Parents who exclusively bottle-feed or express regularly
• Families who want sterilised and dried bottles ready to grab
• Anyone who dislikes air-drying racks cluttering the worktop
• Parents using multiple bottle brands and pump systems

2. Tommee Tippee Super-Steam Advanced Electric Steriliser / 10 · Best for value-conscious parents

The Tommee Tippee Super-Steam is the steriliser that half the parents in the UK seem to own, and for good reason. It does exactly one thing, sterilising up to six bottles in five minutes using chemical-free natural steam, and it does that one thing brilliantly. No settings to learn, no filters to replace. Fill, load, press the button.

At around £50, it costs less than half the price of the Baby Brezza and runs for about 24p per month in electricity. If you are combining breast and bottle, or simply do not need the drying function, this is a steriliser that earns its keep without demanding your attention.

What parents love

• Speed. Five minutes from cold to sterilised is genuinely fast. We hear repeatedly from parents that the speed makes it practical even for last-minute feeds.
• Simplicity. One parent told us: "There is literally one button. Even my partner, who is not technical at all, figured it out on the first go."
• Value for money. At this price point, it delivers the same 99.9% germ kill as sterilisers costing twice as much.
• Quiet operation. Parents we hear from regularly mention that it runs quietly enough to use while a baby sleeps in the next room.

What to know before you buy

• No built-in dryer. Bottles come out wet, so you will need a separate drying rack or to shake them dry by hand.
• Tall bottle compatibility. Extra-tall bottles may not fit with the lid closed, so check your bottle height before buying.
• Descaling needed. In hard water areas, limescale builds up quickly on the heating element and needs regular descaling.

Best for

• Budget-conscious parents who want a reliable steriliser
• Combination feeders who use fewer bottles per day
• Parents who already have a drying rack or are happy air-drying
• First-time parents who want simplicity over features

How to choose

If you bottle-feed exclusively or express milk regularly, the Baby Brezza Steriliser Dryer Advanced will save you time and worktop juggling. Its built-in dryer and larger capacity mean fewer cycles and no separate drying rack. The higher price pays for itself in convenience if you are running it daily.

If you want a steriliser that just works, does it fast, and costs half as much, the Tommee Tippee Super-Steam Advanced is the smarter pick. It is the better option for combination feeders, parents on a tighter budget, or anyone who already has a drying solution they are happy with.

Neither is a wrong choice. Both kill 99.9% of bacteria using natural steam, both fit most major bottle brands, and both are well-supported with wide UK retail availability. The difference is whether you want one machine that does everything or a simpler machine that sterilises faster and leaves the drying to you.

Add it to your Nest

Whichever steriliser you choose, you can add it to your free BubsNest registry so family and friends know exactly which one to buy. No more guessing, no more duplicate gifts.