Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Review
Breast-like nipple shape that babies latch onto well.
🏅 Ranked #5 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
- Natural latch
- Easy to hold
What to know
- Fewer anti-colic parts
Safety-first scoring
Score breakdown
Scored on 6 axes, then weighted for baby bottles — safety 30%. The weighted total 8.5/10 sets the ranking; the headline 8.4 is the plain 6-axis average.
Breast-like nipple shape that babies latch onto well. Here is how the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature held up against the rest of our baby bottles rotation, and where it fits.
How it performed
On our six-axis scale the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature averages 8.4/10, with its highest marks for natural latch and easy to hold. That makes it a dependable everyday baby bottle rather than a one-trick option.
Pros that stood out: Natural latch, Easy to hold. Trade-offs to know about: Fewer anti-colic parts.
Safety + build
Certification: BPA-free. We weight safety heavily in this category, and the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature clears the bar; build quality is in line with its $14–$16 price.
The bottom line
If natural latch is your priority, the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature is an easy recommendation. If fewer anti-colic parts matters more, compare it against the other picks in our best baby bottles guide.
The honest take
Flaws — but not dealbreakers
- Fewer anti-colic parts
None are safety issues — they're trade-offs most families live with happily. We'd still recommend it.
✓ Buy it if…
- +Parents who prioritize natural latch
- +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: natural latch.
Key specs
- Brand
- Tommee Tippee
- Category
- Baby Bottles
- Price
- $14–$16
- Certifications
- BPA-free
- Overall score
- 8.4/10
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About the author
By Priya Nair, IBCLC · Lactation consultant & feeding editor
Updated June 11, 2026
Questions & answers
Is the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature worth it?
It earns 8.4/10 in our safety-first scoring, with natural latch 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 Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature cost?
The Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature typically runs $14–$16. 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 Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature?
In testing, reviewers highlighted: Natural latch; Easy to hold.
What are the downsides of the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature?
Worth weighing: Fewer anti-colic parts.
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.