Once your baby is eating more, instead of fairly inoffensive milky poos (whether breast- or bottle-fed), you might find the need to get the nappy out of the house ASAP. There will also be far fewer nappy changes by then too – from 12-plus when they are a newborn, down to around six a day. How long does a nappy bin refill last? Some users recommend zipped bags that you can put straight into the washing machine, rather than a nappy bin. They particularly like ones with a hook. Long-Lasting - A single cassette lasts on average up to 1 month. Please note that all babies are unique and experiences may differ.

I use the Bambino Mio wet bags. Pricey but leak-proof and washable.” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user FluffySavage) Our verdict If you’re using reusable nappies, you’ll need to consider where you’re going to store them until wash day - a bin or wet bag designed for reusable nappies could be your answer. Many parents on our forums highly recommend nappy bins and we’ve rounded up their favourites to help you decide if you need one too.Lots of Mumsnet users stop using nappy bins after their babies start reliably eating solids. Weaning usually begins at six months, so you may find that your nappy bin becomes less useful when your baby is anywhere between eight and 14 months. Once your baby is on the move, you need to make sure they can't reach in and help themselves to dirty nappies. Also make sure the plastic bags or liners aren't within reach of little hands. What is the best nappy bin UK 2023? We lived in a tall thin terraced house when DC1 was a baby, it was a godsend to have one on the second floor rather than have to walk down two floors after changing a nappy. It didn't smell." (Recommend by Mumsnet user RandomTree ) Our verdict During our research, we assessed and weighed up each individual product, vetting the design, safety, odour control, capacity and overall function and performance to ensure they performed well across the board and offered true value for money.

The Rotho is a sturdy, fairly traditional nappy pail, ideal for disposable or reusable nappies. At 10 litres and capable of storing 25 nappies, you’d only need to empty it every other day. Thanks to its strong lid, it’s reassuringly odour-proof too. There are also indented grips for single-handed opening and closing. Can a nappy bin really be stylish? Well, yes, actually. The Ubbi Nappy Disposal Bin isn’t a cheap option, but it’s won several design awards and comes in several different colours – including Sage Green, Blush Pink, Chrome, Marble, Woodgrain and Slate – so there’s sure to be something to match your home decor. The Ubbi diaper bin is a godsend. Expensive initially, but then you can just use normal bin liners so much cheaper than the ones with special refills in the long run. We have one in our bedroom and there’s no smell at all, even with multiple dirty nappies sat in there for several days.” (Rated by Mumsnet user SparrowNest) Our verdict Granted, the initial outlay is a bit more than the cost of some of the other nappy bins we recommend, such as the Angelcare Nappy Disposal System (below). However, you don’t need to buy pricey replacement refills - you can just use standard bin bags. It’s made from sturdy stainless steel which makes it great at stopping whiffy odours from escaping - although it won’t be as efficient at odour zapping when compared to a specialist nappy bin such as the Angelcare. Another point to consider is that this bin will last you longer than a traditional nappy bin. When it’s finished its stint as a nappy bin, you can repurpose it as a stylish kitchen bin.

Sometimes, it’s good to think outside the box and just because you’re looking for a bin for nappies, that doesn’t mean you actually need a nappy bin. This 12-litre stainless steel pedal bin isn’t actually designed specifically for nappies but it’s a great value option, which will hold up to 25 nappies at any given time. Mumsnet users love the pedal on the Tramontina 12L Stainless Steel Pedal Bin as you can open it hands-free - useful if you’re also holding your baby. Air-seal™: The multi-layer film technology in the cassette provides effective odour-barrier, for a more fragrant home

How often you empty a nappy bin is a personal choice, of course, and you may opt to empty it on a daily basis. Some nappy bins can fit a large volume of nappies, such as the Ubbi Nappy Disposal Bin which has capacity for up to 50 nappies. Nappy bins are designed to keep smells contained but they will emit an odour when you open them for emptying. Nappy bins for disposable nappies are designed to store used nappies until you have enough for a wash. Most state the number of nappies they hold, but this usually refers to size 1 nappies – the newborn size – which means that, as your baby grows, your nappy bin will hold less.

Why Buy Me?

Nappy bins can range in size but, rather than focusing on the litre capacity, it's more useful to look at how many nappies each bin holds so you can judge the functionality better and will be able to estimate how often you’ll need to empty it. While the Ubbi Nappy Disposal Bin holds up to 50 nappies, most of the bins in our round-up will hold around 20 to 30 nappies.

When compiling our lists of recommendations, our team of experienced parenting journalists spend hours analysing every single product category, using a variety of independent sources to evaluate products against each other and assess which ones perform best. We then consolidated these results with the opinions of our huge network of Mumsnet forum users, which is the biggest online network of parents in the UK. Why you should trust us Baby changing is a messy and thankless business, and Mumsnetters know from experience how much of a difference the right product can make. Whether it's the best changing bag to contain all your essentials, the best changing mat for easy clean-ups or saving your baby's bottom with the best nappy rash cream around, we've got you covered with our in-depth roundups based on authentic recommendations.Environmentally Friendly: As not all nappies are wrapped individually, the Angelcare Nappy Disposal System uses up to 4 times less plastic than other systems