Dr. Brown’s Options+ Review
The internal vent clinically reduces colic and gas.
🏅 Ranked #2 of 6 baby bottles tested · 2026By Priya Nair, IBCLC · Lactation consultant & feeding editor
Updated June 11, 2026
Verified safety
- Certification:BPA-free
What we love
- Best-in-class anti-colic
- Vent removable later
What to know
- Most parts to wash
Safety-first scoring
Score breakdown
Scored on 6 axes, then weighted for baby bottles — safety 30%. The weighted total 8.6/10 sets the ranking; the headline 8.6 is the plain 6-axis average.
The internal vent clinically reduces colic and gas. Here is how the Dr. Brown’s Options+ held up against the rest of our baby bottles rotation, and where it fits.
How it performed
On our six-axis scale the Dr. Brown’s Options+ averages 8.6/10, with its highest marks for best-in-class anti-colic and vent removable later. That makes it a dependable everyday baby bottle rather than a one-trick option.
Pros that stood out: Best-in-class anti-colic, Vent removable later. Trade-offs to know about: Most parts to wash.
Safety + build
Certification: BPA-free. We weight safety heavily in this category, and the Dr. Brown’s Options+ clears the bar; build quality is in line with its $16–$18 price.
The bottom line
If best-in-class anti-colic is your priority, the Dr. Brown’s Options+ is an easy recommendation. If most parts to wash matters more, compare it against the other picks in our best baby bottles guide.
The honest take
Flaws — but not dealbreakers
- Most parts to wash
None are safety issues — they're trade-offs most families live with happily. We'd still recommend it.
✓ Buy it if…
- +Parents who prioritize best-in-class anti-colic
- +Families planning to reuse it across more than one child
- +Anyone who wants top performance without overpaying
→ Skip it if…
- −You want to weigh every option first — see the full baby bottles ranking
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What parents tell us most often: best-in-class anti-colic.
Key specs
- Brand
- Dr. Brown’s
- Category
- Baby Bottles
- Price
- $16–$18
- Certifications
- BPA-free
- Overall score
- 8.6/10
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About the author
By Priya Nair, IBCLC · Lactation consultant & feeding editor
Updated June 11, 2026
Questions & answers
Is the Dr. Brown’s Options+ worth it?
It earns 8.6/10 in our safety-first scoring, with best-in-class anti-colic standing out in hands-on use. Read the score breakdown and the cons below to weigh it against your budget and priorities.
How much does the Dr. Brown’s Options+ cost?
The Dr. Brown’s Options+ typically runs $16–$18. Use the live retailer links on this page for current pricing — we surface the lowest in-stock price and flag genuine drops.
What stands out about the Dr. Brown’s Options+?
In testing, reviewers highlighted: Best-in-class anti-colic; Vent removable later.
What are the downsides of the Dr. Brown’s Options+?
Worth weighing: Most parts to wash.
How many bottles do I need?
For exclusive bottle-feeding, 6–8 of your baby’s preferred bottle. If you combo-feed, 3–4 is usually enough. Start small until you know which bottle your baby accepts.
Do anti-colic bottles really work?
For gassy or reflux-prone babies, venting systems can noticeably reduce air swallowing and spit-up. Not every baby needs one — but they’re a common first fix for fussiness.
Before you buy, check current recalls and see how we test & rank gear.
The competition
Others we tested in this category — and the one thing that held each back.