Best Infant Tubs

Keep your baby safe and make bath time fun with the best infant tubs.

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An infant tub makes bathing your baby much more enjoyable. Not only does an infant tub keep your child safe, but it makes washing your child easier as well. These tubs can be placed in the bathtub or the sink, allowing you to stand comfortably while bathing your baby. When it comes to the best infant tubs, here's a roundup of our favorites. 

Staff pick

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The First Years Sure Comfort Deluxe Newborn to Toddler Tub

From newborn to toddler

This infant tub features a machine-washable hammock to keep your baby securely in place during bath time. 

Pros:

  • For newborns and toddlers
  • Features anti-slip pads
  • Can be used in sink and tub
  • Machine-washable hammock

Cons:

  • Sling may not be great for babies over 15 pounds

Measuring 29.75-by-15-by-9.25 inches, this infant tub can grow with your child from newborn to toddler. The tub features anti-slip pads along the bottom to prevent it from moving in the sink or tub. Equipped with a hammock contraption, younger children will remain slightly elevated and securely in place. The hammock is made from a soft mesh material that is comfortable and soothing against your baby's skin. Toss the hammock into the laundry machine to clean. 

Frog patterned

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Mommy's Helper Inflatable Bath Tub

Features a fun frog pattern

This inflatable infant tub is great for children ages six to 24 months. 

Pros:

  • Inflatable
  • Great for six to 24 months of age
  • Made from 100-percent phthalate-free materials 

Cons:

  • May not offer enough support for babies who need additional help sitting up

This infant tub features a cute and visually pleasing frog pattern that is made from 100-percent phthalate-free materials. Measuring 27-by-18-by-6.5 inches, this tub is a good size for babies ages six to 24 months. Conveniently place this tub inside of the bathtub or inside of the sink as it will not slip around. The inflatable padded structure keeps your child comfortable during bath time. 

Four-in-one

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Fisher-Price 4-in-1 Sling 'n Seat Tub

With a seat and a sling

This infant tub comes with rinsing tools, a seat, and a hammock. 

Pros:

  • Four-in-one design
  • Comes with rinsing tools
  • Features a sling and a seat
  • Has a built-in hook to hang

Cons:

  • The seat's plastic can be rough against wet and sensitive skin

This baby tub is both convenient and safe to use. Measuring 17.75-by-8.75-by-30.5 inches, this infant tub is great for newborns and young toddlers. This tub features a four-in-one design that includes a squeeze bottle and scoop for washing and rinsing a soft mesh hammock for your baby's safety and comfort, a stopper seat to protect your child from sliding, and a perfectly sized tub. When you're not using this tub, simply hang it up to store via its built-in hook. 

Back support

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Munchkin Sit and Soak Baby Bathtub

Features a built-in drain system

This infant tub features a high back support and a built-in drainage system. 

Pros:

  • Supports child's back
  • Great for one to 12 months of age
  • Features a built-in drain
  • Has a hook to hang

Cons:

  • If filled too high, baby can lean forward into the water

Great for babies aged zero to 12 months, this infant tub measures 25-by-16.25-by-15 inches. Designed to be secure, this tub will not slip in the sink or tub. The high back keeps your child supported and encourages them to sit in an upright position during bath time. The built-in drain allows you to control the amount of water that accumulates in the tub and makes cleaning easy. When you're not using this latex-free baby bath, store it via its hanging hook. 

Baby to toddler

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The First Years 4-in-1 Warming Comfort Tub

Features a cradle for infants

This infant tub grows with your child as it features a removable cradle that can be inserted into a larger tub.

Pros:

  • Grows with your infant
  • Comes with a removable cradle 
  • Features a larger toddler tub

Cons:

  • Must fill the tub pretty high for water to reach the cradle insert

This infant tub is strategically designed to grow with your baby from infancy to toddlerhood. The tub features a cradle mechanism that can be inserted into the base. This is great for younger babies as it keeps them gently raised while bathing. This cradle can be placed into the sink alone or with the toddler tub. The entire tub measures 28-by-9.25-by-14.7 inches.

The bottom line

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The best infant tubs are safe while accommodating babies of all sizes. The First Years Sure Comfort Deluxe Newborn to Toddler Tub can be used in the sink and the bathtub. This tub is great for both newborns and toddlers as it features a removable and washable infant hammock. When your child grows, remove the hammock and use the tub alone. 

The Mommy's Helper Inflatable Bathtub is terrific for children ages six to 24 months. The tub's structure is inflatable and made from 100-percent phthalate-free materials, keeping your child safe and comfortable during bath time. 

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