Chicco Duo-Mixed Bottle Review
Chicco Duo-Mixed Bottle Review
Chicco’s Duo is a hybrid bottle that combines the purity of glass with the strength and convenience of plastic. It uses advanced patented technology that bonds micro-thin inner layers of 100% pure Invinci-glass to premium plastic for the perfect balance of purity and strength!
Unlike other plastic bottles, the Duo stays clear and doesn’t stain, discolor or harbor smells or aftertaste. It’s also dishwasher, bottle warmer and sterilizer safe.
Easy to Clean
The first-of-its-kind Duo combines the wellness benefits of glass and convenience of plastic in one bottle. Breakthrough medical glass technology permanently bonds a micro-thin layer of unbreakable INVINCI-GLASS to the inside of a premium plastic bottle, creating a hybrid baby bottle that’s lightweight yet durable. The result is a bottle that doesn’t stain, discolor or retain odor or funky aftertastes. It’s also dishwasher, bottle warmer and electric sterilizer safe and has minimal parts to clean.
The Comotomo bottle’s eco-friendly silicone body and nipple have a breast-like texture and soft feel that baby will PET Bottle latch onto during feeding. It’s also durable and comes in a wide neck, which makes it easy to clean with a top-rated bottle brush.
Glass bottles are a safe option for most babies, and the softer material doesn’t leave marks on a baby’s lips or tongue like hard plastic can. These bottles are often lighter than plastic, making them easier to hold, and many come with a convenient bottle-warmer feature.
If you decide to go with a glass bottle, be sure to pick an insulated model that keeps your beverage hot or cold for longer. Regular cleaning will ensure a longer lifespan and a better tasting drink, and accessories like straw brushes can make the process easier and more thorough. Also be sure to check your bottles for BPA, which is still present in some older plastics.
Comfortable to Hold
Using a break-through medical technology, Chicco created Duo, a hybrid bottle that uses glass on the inside and plastic on the outside. The result is a lightweight, break-proof baby bottle that won’t stain or discolor and doesn’t retain odors or aftertaste.
The bottle itself has minimal parts and is very lightweight, making it easy for little hands to manage. The nipple is soft with a skin-like texture that feels comfortable to babies’ mouths. It features a controlled-pace nipple that doesn’t overwhelm infants with too much milk, and it responds well to stop-and-start sucking. It also has a vent system that limits air ingestion during feeds to reduce colic symptoms.
Other bottles with similar anti-colic features have more complex systems with multiple parts that can be hard for parents of colicky babies to keep up with. The Lifefactory bottle, for example, has ridges on the base of the nipple that help to limit ingested air bubbles.
A relatively new bottle on the market, it’s still a bit difficult to find reviews online from moms and dads who have used it for extended periods of time. However, our team of experts put this bottle through rigorous testing with both PET Bottle breastfeeding and formula-feeding babies and has found it to be a good option for those looking for an alternative to traditional bottles.
Easy to Fill
This bottle uses a unique metering tip for precise, accurate dispensing. This eliminates spills, leaking and manual diluting. J-Fill dispensing also reduces maintenance, waste and time. Use it to fill bottles, buckets, sinks or floor care machines directly from a container or water source.
Glass and plastic both have their pros and cons, but luckily you don’t have to choose when it comes to this hybrid bottle! Its breakthrough medical technology permanently bonds a micro-thin layer of unbreakable Invinci-Glass to the inside of a premium plastic bottle. The result is a baby bottle that’s lightweight, break-proof, and long-lasting—plus it doesn’t stain, discolor or harbor smells or aftertastes.
The Duo Bottle’s Intui-Latch nipple is designed to position your baby’s tongue and lips for a natural, intuitive latch. Plus, the bottle’s slower flow mimics breast feeding and helps prevent colic. The bottle even has an anti-colic valve that vents air away from the nipple during feeding, to help alleviate gas and discomfort.
All of the Duo Bottle’s components are BPA, PVC and phthalate-free, and they’re even dishwasher, bottle warmer and electric sterilizer safe! But don’t expect them to be as quick and easy to assemble as other bottles, as you’ll need to carefully line up the silicone inner pouch with the exterior plastic holder before adding the nipple. Despite this extra step, once you’re used to it, it shouldn’t take more than a few seconds to put the entire bottle together.
Easy to Dishwasher
Many parents like the fact that these bottles are BPA free and dishwasher safe (top rack only). They also sterilize easily with a simple pot of boiling water or in a microwave steam sterilizer. Some people find that hand-washing the bottle and parts with mild liquid dish soap and a bristle brush works well too. However, it’s important to note that a lot of the bottles on this list are made from glass, which can be more fragile than some plastic or silicone options.
This brand’s bottle has a special nipple-like design that helps baby latch and reduce colic and reflux. It also has an air vent that helps reduce the amount of excess air baby takes in while feeding, reducing gas discomfort. The bottle is fairly expensive, but if you find that it works for your little one, it might be worth the investment.
These bottles are made from glass, but they’re treated so that they can withstand boiling and freezing temperatures. Unlike regular glass, borosilicate glass is stronger and resists cracking when dropped or bumped. This brand has a few different size options, so you can be sure to get the right fit for your baby. They are also easy to clean and sterilize, using a simple method of boiling the bottle and its parts for five minutes.
