7 Best Baby Bottle Drying Racks for Every Need
When baby is in the picture, washing bottles and other tiny accessories is just part of life. So while a bottle drying rack may not be at the top of your registry list, it’s something you’ll use more than you think. Bottles and sippy cups that don’t thoroughly dry between uses can grow mold and bacteria in the wet spots, states Melissa St. Germain, MD, a pediatrician and and medical director of Children’s Physicians and Urgent Care at Children’s Hospital & Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. “It’s important to make sure bottles dry out completely to keep them germ-free,” she says. That’s where a top-notch baby bottle drying rack will come in handy. Below, discover our top picks for a range of styles and needs—plus, check out our shopping tips to streamline your search.
The best bottle drying racks have plenty of space for bottles—both wide-neck and regular—as well as room for all those little pieces and parts, like caps, nipples, screwtops and tiny utensils and sippy cups (for when baby gets a bit older).
There’s no need to spend a ton of money on a baby bottle drying rack, but there are a few features to keep in mind while shopping. Look for racks that are spacious enough to meet your needs: consider how many bottles you’ll need for baby and how often you plan to clean them. Counter space is often at a premium, so this should be a consideration as well. A bottle drying rack that folds flat for easy storage when not in use is a great feature for tight spaces, as is one that stands against a wall or fits neatly under your cabinets.
Ready to shop? Here, we’ve rounded up some of the best bottle drying racks, no matter your needs. From clever space-saving designs to aesthetically pleasing styles, check out our favorites below.
Overall best bottle drying rack
- Flexible, silicone tines keep bottles in place without scratching or chipping them
- Draining channels and dishwasher-safe design for easy clean-up
- Additional drying space and cup for extra bottle accessories
- May take up more counter space than other options on our list
With capacity for up to eight bottles of any size, the OXO Tot bottle drying rack may take up a bit of countertop space, but it’s got you covered when it comes to drying all those tiny pieces and parts that come with feeding baby. Silicone-tipped tines provide sturdy storage without damaging bottles, and the included cup is convenient for small accessories like spoons and medicine cups. Plus, it’s easy to pour off excess water thanks to draining channels and rounded corners.
Dimensions: 10.5" (L) x 13.8" (W) x 3.5" (H) | Dishwasher-safe: Yes
Best grass-style bottle drying rack
- Unique grass design is flexible and keeps items in place while drying
- Fits a wide range of bottle types and sizes
- Available as a bundle with extra drying accessories
- Free from BPA and PVC
- Reviewers advise cleaning the bottom tray at least once a week
Designed to look like grass, the popular Boon Lawn grass bottle drying rack cleverly (and expertly!) holds bottles large and small, along with any accessories you can think of—like nipples, breast pump parts and more. The drying rack offers generous capacity without taking up your entire counter, and water conveniently drains into the lower tray, which you can easily separate and pour off. Choose from the brand’s iconic bright green “grass” color, or go for one of the more subdued hues, like gray or white. Better yet, for extra versatility, consider the bundle, which comes with stem- and twig-shaped add-ons for even more drying options.
Dimensions: 13.5" (L) x 11" (W) x 2.5" (H) | Dishwasher-safe: Yes
Best space-saving bottle drying rack
- Super easy to clean, according to reviewers
- Perfect for those with limited counter space
- Some reviewers say they wish the bottom tray was a bit bigger
This clever space-saving bottle drying rack sits against the wall to avoid taking up that precious counter space. It’s small enough to fit beneath most cabinets, but still features nine angled hooks to hold bottles, nipples and sippy cups—score! A convenient tray at the top also holds small accessories while they dry, and it can be placed in the dishwasher when it’s in need of a clean.
Dimensions: 4.3" (L) x 14.8" (W) x 10.5" (H) | Dishwasher-safe: Yes
Best bottle drying rack for wide-neck bottles
- Adjustable prongs and heights to meet your needs
- Reviewers love how its compact and lightweight
- Slim design for easy storage
- Not dishwasher-safe
It’s not every day you find a compact baby bottle drying rack that can accommodate wide-neck bottles, but this pick from Nanobébé is a game-changer. Designed to fit the brand’s signature wide-neck bottles (and others), the drying rack features prongs with two heights for added versatility. The removable prongs allow you to space them further apart for wide bottles, and a breathable base helps keep mold and mildew growth at bay.
Dimensions: 15" (L) x 10" (W) x 0.5" (H) | Dishwasher-safe: No
Best travel bottle drying rack
- Compact design easily fits in diaper bags or luggage
- Comes with a travel-friendly brush to simplify on-the-go cleaning
- Raised ribbed base keeps drying items away from water
- Reviewers say this design isn’t very compatible with Dr. Brown’s bottles
This travel bottle drying rack boasts many of the features found with OXO’s full-size baby bottle drying rack in a conveniently smaller size. Snap it shut for easy transporting, or open it flat for 18 silicone-tipped tines to hold bottles, sippy cups and other accessories—like your wearable breast pumps. This set even comes with a bottle brush that tucks neatly into the carrying case, as well as a nipple cleaner.
Dimensions: 5.5" (L) x 8.5" (W) x 9.8" (H) | Dishwasher-safe: Yes
Most versatile bottle drying rack
- Unique design is suitable for narrow and wide-neck bottles as well as other styles
- Folds up for simple storage
- Raised drying platform keeps water away from bottles and your countertop
- Some reviewers say it isn’t as sturdy as they expected it to be
If you’re like most parents, you only want to buy one drying rack for bottles. That way, you can keep everything you need in one convenient place and cut down on searching for bottle pieces and parts when baby’s hungry. Luckily, Dr. Brown’s bottle drying rack has room for everything, from their signature vent system pieces to nipples, both wide and standard bottles and even cups, utensils and medicine cups. The rack has a self-draining platform, and the fold-down feature allows for straightforward storage when not in use.
Dimensions: 11.3" (L) x 2.3" (W) x 13.8" (H) | Dishwasher-safe: Yes
Best customizable bottle drying rack
- Customizable design to meet your changing needs
- Compact style is great for those with limited countertop space
- Modern aesthetic
- Not dishwasher-safe; hand wash with soap and water
Last but not least is our pick for the best customizable baby bottle drying rack. The dual-sided tower comes with two bottle trees, one small caddy and one large caddy, all of which can be adjusted to meet your changing needs. At the back, there’s a drainage feature, making this bottle drying rack easy to keep clean. It also has a subtle, modern aesthetic that won’t be an eyesore in your kitchen—plus, it folds flat for straightforward storage.
Dimensions: 10.5" (L) x 8.8" (W) x 10.5" (H) | Dishwasher-safe: No
We get it—parenting requires a lot of gear, and it can be hard to find the best fit for your needs every time. To help you pick out the best baby bottle drying rack for your household, we browsed top-rated options from leading baby brands and trusted online retailers. When choosing which products to feature in our roundup, we considered several factors, like size, value, quality and durability, ease of use and aesthetics, to name a few. Next, we read user reviews to get the lowdown on how these bottle drying racks have worked for real families, and didn’t consider anything with less than an average four-star rating. Last but not least, we also chatted with a pediatrician to understand essential features and safety considerations to keep top of mind when you’re shopping.
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Melissa St. Germain, MD, is a pediatrician and serves as vice president and medical director of Children’s Physicians and Urgent Care at Children’s Hospital & Medical Center in Omaha, Nebraska. She earned her medical degree from the University of Nebraska College of Medicine.
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