The Best Baby Bathtubs To Ensure A Smoother Bathtime

The unique design of the backrest of this tub allows for babies to remain seated upright during bathtime. Parents have noted that it’s not the best for newborns since they cannot sit up easily. However, the size and shape are suitable for babies up to 12 months. The tub is lightweight and can be used on the countertop, and it also features a drain, which makes it easier for parents to empty. The simple lines and lack of crevices make it easy to clean, and the handle doubles as a hook for simpler storage in crowded bathrooms.

Adorable and functional, the whale tail on this baby bathtub is actually an infant seat for smaller babies that can be removed once they get bigger. The tub also features a drain and the infant insert includes a padded headrest. Unlike some other baby tubs, this one doesn’t fold down for storage, but it is petite enough to fit into some sinks. Take a closer look at the dimensions if this important to you.

This origami-like, foldable foam tub can fit into most sinks. The best part of the Puj tub is that, for those who may not have a lot of space for storage, it folds flat and can hang off the wall. That design element also means that the Puj can drip dry without ever growing moldy. Our parenting editor used this simple tub in her Brooklyn apartment’s kitchen sink and loved its simplicity and flat storage. “I had big babies, so we couldn’t use this tub for long, but it was so ideal for our teeny city apartment and its galley kitchen,” says Rose Gordon Sala, deputy editor at Forbes Vetted. “It’s made of foam, so it feels a bit flimsy but it provides just the right amount of support and padding and is easy to tuck away afterward.”

Newborns can be wriggly and make bathtime genuinely scary to attempt, but the infant hammock in this tub safely cradles them to keep them in place. The sling itself can be laundered along with other baby items. The tub also gets bonus points for accessibility, because it can be used inside an average-sized tub or placed in a sink. As baby grows, remove the sling for a slightly reclined bath for your older baby or let them sit up on the more upright side of the tub. Amazon customers have overwhelmingly rated the tub positively with a 4.7 out of 5 and more than 25,000 reviews.

This non-slip bath seat is an affordable option for parents looking to keep baby reclined during bathtime. The seat features BPA-free netting that drains out water to prevent mold and mildew buildup. It’s also easy to clean and dry in the tub itself, and it includes a hook to hang it out of the way for storage. It holds babies up to 20 pounds and fits in many sinks.

Although the Splash and Store is collapsible for storage purposes, it’s certainly not flimsy. The tub narrows at one end, where newborns can be placed securely for bathtime, and widens into a larger space ideal for toddlers. With drains on both sides, parents can easily empty the tub even with their infant still in the tub. This tub is on the pricier end of the spectrum for baby bathtubs, but parents say it’s worth it. “All the water drains really easily and efficiently,” says Willett.

The two-sided design of the Primo EuroBath includes a reclining seat for newborns on one side and an upright seat for toddlers on the other. It’s sturdy and a bit larger than some of our other picks, so it will work well for older or larger babies, too. It can hold babies up to 30 pounds. Featuring BPA-free and phthalate-free polypropylene, the whole thing is recyclable, too. Cleanup takes just a quick and easy wipe down. Keep in mind that it’s a bit bulkier than some options, and it doesn’t fold for storage.

In-sink baby tubs can be great for parents recovering from c-sections or who have back problems because they reduce the amount that you have to bend down. The Blooming Bath Lotus is made from soft polyester that nestles babies in sinks. Clean-up is a little unorthodox, but maybe ideal. Simply rinse the petal or hit the gentle cycle on your washer, and then throw it in the clothes dryer for 15 minutes (or air dry it), eliminating the opportunity for mold to grow. The Bath Lotus is best for babies under 6 months old and less than 25 pounds.