Philips Avent Natural Review
Wide petal nipple for an easy bottle-to-breast switch.
🏅 Ranked #3 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
- Easy combo feeding
- Few parts
What to know
- Faster flow than some
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 8.5 is the plain 6-axis average.
Wide petal nipple for an easy bottle-to-breast switch. Here is how the Philips Avent Natural held up against the rest of our baby bottles rotation, and where it fits.
How it performed
On our six-axis scale the Philips Avent Natural averages 8.5/10, with its highest marks for easy combo feeding and few parts. That makes it a dependable everyday baby bottle rather than a one-trick option.
Pros that stood out: Easy combo feeding, Few parts. Trade-offs to know about: Faster flow than some.
Safety + build
Certification: BPA-free. We weight safety heavily in this category, and the Philips Avent Natural clears the bar; build quality is in line with its $18–$20 price.
The bottom line
If easy combo feeding is your priority, the Philips Avent Natural is an easy recommendation. If faster flow than some matters more, compare it against the other picks in our best baby bottles guide.
The honest take
Flaws — but not dealbreakers
- Faster flow than some
None are safety issues — they're trade-offs most families live with happily. We'd still recommend it.
✓ Buy it if…
- +Parents who prioritize easy combo feeding
- +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: easy combo feeding.
Key specs
- Brand
- Philips Avent
- Category
- Baby Bottles
- Price
- $18–$20
- Certifications
- BPA-free
- Overall score
- 8.5/10
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About the author
By Priya Nair, IBCLC · Lactation consultant & feeding editor
Updated June 11, 2026
Questions & answers
Is the Philips Avent Natural worth it?
It earns 8.5/10 in our safety-first scoring, with easy combo feeding 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 Philips Avent Natural cost?
The Philips Avent Natural typically runs $18–$20. 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 Philips Avent Natural?
In testing, reviewers highlighted: Easy combo feeding; Few parts.
What are the downsides of the Philips Avent Natural?
Worth weighing: Faster flow than some.
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.
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The competition
Others we tested in this category — and the one thing that held each back.