5 Safest Baby Bath Tubs – Take Care of Your Little One in 2024

Calming Waters is surely a perfect name to describe this product.

We really liked using this tub.

Why exactly?

The reasons are many: awesome design, innovative features, and versatility.

The first thing we loved was the design.

Not only is this piece aesthetically pleasing, with a chic brown and white design, it’s also very versatile.

The product description claims it fits single and double sinks, which is absolutely true.

Our testers didn’t disagree.

The build of this Fisher-Price is perfect to suit many sink sizes, so it even (almost) overcomes the portability issue.

Lastly, in terms of design, we really liked the sling feature. Unlike market competitors, which feature small removable objects to make the tub grow with the baby, this gem has an entirely adjustable sling system.

The sling is extremely comfortable, and it ensures you can use this baby tub for a long time.

What we liked even more is the sling can be removed altogether, making this fit for any body size and most ages up until 18-24 months.

What about the vibration feature?

It’s really something.

With the touch of the button (and the use of a battery that, as of right now, is not included in the package), this product will start vibrating just slightly, claiming it can soothe the baby.

Does it work?

From what our experts told us, the baby is calmer when the vibration feature is on.

Online reviews and experts seem to back this, so if your little one is raising a ruckus at bath time, you should give this product a closer look.

If you want to give this piece a closer look, check this video review.

What about problems?

The rating’s not a 10+, so what could be the issue?

Well, it’s maintenance.

The plastic stopper that will eventually replace the sling, is a mess.

It does its job, but it’s extremely hard to remove for a proper clean-up. We mean “butter knife to remove it” hard.

For that reason, a lot of parents just gave up cleaning the component.

Big mistake, because after a few weeks mold will start to accumulate underneath, which can give your little one eczema.

Yikes!

Admittedly, this is only a problem if the user themselves don’t clean the piece thoroughly.

Regardless,

Many parents have had this issue, and Fisher Price did nothing to improve the situation, like sending transparent stoppers or making them easier to remove.

You can find the user manual, here.

Features:

• In-sink design
• Adjustable components
• Awesome vibration feature

Like most tubs on our list, this product prides itself as having everything you need: spacious and comfy for your baby, easy to clean and portable. It’s a basin tub that (partly) grows with your baby, promising an easy bath time for at least a few years.

Is this really the Holy Grail of baby tubs?

It’s definitely good, but it also comes with a few downsides.

Let’s look at the pluses for the moment.

Construction wise…

We loved that it’s as compact as the product description claims. You’re always a few clicks away from a folded tub that can be easily thrown in the trunk.

Even more so,

The “partly” growing with the baby system makes this piece helpful for a long time, even if you’re going to have some issues in the transition period.

We’ll talk about that in a bit.

If we’re to wrap up benefits for your little one…

We should also mention that this tub has conveniently placed ergonomic surfaces, perfect for a baby’s comfort. He’ll probably still make a ruckus, but I guess you can hope for a reduction of that.

Worried about mommy’s and daddy’s comfort?

The Kidsmile bathtub has a well made, tight plug that allows for quick and efficient water drainage and cleaning.

Downsides?

The first minus of this tub has to be the (somewhat) faulty grow with the baby system. Only having two stages, some baby body types are bound to end up in a transition period.

What does that mean?

Well, it’s possible that your baby will, at some point, be too large for the sling but too little for the big basin. If you want to avoid that, definitely go for a more complex grow with the baby system.

Other than that…

You should worry about the screws on the bottom of this product. They’re not stainless, and as a result they are prone to rust discoloration.

Basically, you either spend some bucks to replace them or spend some extra time every bath to thoroughly clean them.

Features:

• Basin Tub
• Foldable
• Grow With The Baby
• Beautiful Blue Finish

Folding, portable, safe, comfortable and easy to maintain.

It certainly sounds like you shouldn’t look any further.

But, is that really the case?

Let’s find out.

For starters, we’ll praise the build of this product, starting from the bottom.

The legs of this basin tub are made out of no-slip materials, so it’s good for safety.

Moreover, the fixture is pretty large, so enough room for your baby at any stage of their development.

Here’s another thing we liked:

You get a basin with a lot of ergonomic surfaces, making bath time as comfortable as possible for your loved one.

Since we know safety is an important issue…

Let’s look at a special feature of this product: the base material.

Costzon’s product is advertised as being made out of PP+TPR. This stands for Thermoplastic Rubber, which is a special material that’s non-toxic and odorless.

Don’t misunderstand!

In perfect condition, all baby tub materials are non-toxic, but this one specifically makes sure you don’t have to worry about deterioration over long periods of time.

Worried about drying and cleaning this tub?

Don’t stress it.

Under the basin, you’ll find a plug that flushes out all the water, making it easy to dry and scrub afterwards.

Since we’re talking about your comfort, you’ll be pleased to know this beauty is foldable, making it way easier to throw it in the trunk when traveling.

Where’s the catch?

Issues are not hard to come by when you do your research, and this is what we came up with.

First of all, you’ll have a hard time using this product if you want to set the legs at their steepest incline.

They don’t hold up so well at that setting, and if your baby is on the heavier side, with significant water to sustain, the tub runs the risk of breaking.

Now, we didn’t encounter this issue.

But a customer did.

Their little one was fine, but this is a risk that sets Costzon’s product back quite a bit.

Secondly...

The legs are non-slip, but parts of the basin can get slippery, so you also have that to worry about.

Features:

• Basin bath tub
• Ergonomic design
• Easy to maintain

Fisher-Price is almost synonymous with baby care today.

If you want proof of that, look no further than our list today.

It features three Fisher-Price entries.

With all the renown, is the Ocean Wonders tub as promising as our first entry?

Let’s find out.

What you can first appreciate about this product…

Is the sling design.

Slings are not uncommon in baby tubs, but this one is stuffed with padding in the upper section. This gives your little one a comfortable place to rest their head or neck during bath time.

To sweeten the deal, Fisher-Price also made the sling (and tub) out of ergonomic materials.

In terms of baby comfort, it’s definitely a good choice.

If you look at this tub a little closer,

You’ll also notice it has a basin design--a plus in the versatility department.

Furthermore, the product is built to grow with your baby.

The sling has adjustable sizes. Once your little one is too big for it, you can just remove that part and count on the baby stopper.

What about accessories?

The product comes equipped with a temperature guide, letting you know what temperature is right for bath time, and when.

Another huge benefit for the parents is the hook you can use to hang the basin after bath time. Our product testers unanimously claimed it makes it so much more hassle-free.

Plus, there are two thematic tub toys, perfect to keep your baby occupied while you do the scrubbing and rinsing.

Sure, you could get some on your own, but the fact they’re in the pack proves how much thought has been put into developing this product.

So where do the ocean wonders stop?

We are yet to see the perfect product, and this tub’s greatest downside is the plastic.

The tub looks nice and it’s easy to use, but the main body is made out of (arguably cheap) plastic, which creates a durability risk if not handled properly.

Another issue...

It’s marketed as an in-sink tub as well. While some products on this list can stand on their own, and fit in a sink, the sizes on this one make it hard to use in most sinks.

Don’t count on that versatility unless you’ve got a single, spacious sink.

If you’re willing to live with those issues, you can learn more about this product by checking out the Baby Ninja’s Dad review of the product, over here. Or, browse the user Manual here.

Features:

• Basin bath tub
• Made of plastic
• Innovative sling design

If any baby bath tub is customizable, it’s the 4-in-1 Sling ‘n Seat from Fisher Price. It covers four stages of development and comes in a variety of colors.

Not to mention, it can be used in-sink or on the counter.

The main perks of this product are easy to spot.

For newborns, you can use the very comfortable sling. When your baby’s grown a little, you can move up to the baby stoppers, then the Sit-Me-Up aid, and finally use the entire tub for your “newly promoted” toddler.

The differences that set this fixture apart from normal grow with the baby tubs…

Are, first of all, the Sit-Me-Up chair, and, secondly, the care with which every add-on has been built.

Fisher-Price actually took into account the different needs of the growing baby with this product, such as the need to educate them in sitting straight which is covered by the Sit-Me-Up chair.

That’s a plus when it comes to product development, a recurring theme for the big company.

If we’re to talk base materials…

We can praise the tub maker just as well. All four previously mentioned components are made out of good quality materials and feature ergonomic surfaces. Perfect for comfort and avoiding any slippery incidents.

On top of that...

Your little one can have a fun time with the whale toy included. It’s a scooper toy, so who knows? Maybe your little one can develop a passion for water-related activities.

It sounds like a slippery slope (unintended pun), but anything that happens during these early years can have an abstract meaning for a lot of future adults.

Using the products that can enrich your baby’s experience is a good idea.

Case in point?

The awesome baby jumpers and the baby walkers we reviewed not too long ago.

So what’s the downfall?

This product seems so well thought out, why does it take last place?

Well, unless you’re ready to be extremely careful and do some modifications to the product, you may want to steer away from this piece.

With all their product development care, Fisher Price included baby stoppers that are (relatively) pointy. If you’re not careful with your little one, while in stage two they can hurt their toes on these pointy parts. No lifelong damage can be caused, but we’re 100% sure no parent wants that to happen to their little one.

It’s not just theory…

Dozens of customers reported this type of injury after a stage two bath. If you’re not equipped to polish these stoppers somehow, we recommend you closely check other options.

Is polishing your thing?

This product might just be what you need. If that’s the case, we suggest taking a closer look at this Fisher tub with this video review.

Features:

• Smart grow-with-the baby system.
• Versatile in-sink or basin design.
• Whale scooper toy included.