Evenflo Vented + Glass Review

Pros: Glass, Affordable, Easy to Use
Cons: Not as Strong as Borosilicate Glass, Narrow Mouth, No Sleeve
Manufacturer: Evenflo
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Price | $5.00 List $3.10 each at Amazon | $13.00 List $11.50 each at Amazon | $10.00 List $8.33 each at Amazon | $10.00 List $6.62 each at Amazon | $6.00 List $4.37 each at Amazon |
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Pros | Glass, Affordable, Easy to Use | Healthy materials, breastlike nipple, lightweight | Glass material, Clear volume markings, Easy to use | Easy to clean, Healthy materials, Innovative anti-colic system | Easy to read volume markings, vent system may prevent air bubbles |
Cons | Not as Strong as Borosilicate Glass, Narrow Mouth, No Sleeve | Falls over easily, slow warm time | Single vent in nipple, No protective sleeve | Thin Silicone, Hard to read volume markings | Plastic body, narrow nipple mound, time consuming to clean |
Bottom Line | Healthy alternative to plastic without breaking the bank | A good durable bottle that has a breast-like feel | A good basic glass bottle that won't break the bank | Healthy alternative to plastic drop-in liners; good for baby and the environment | May help with colic, but has many parts to clean |
Rating Categories | Evenflo Vented + Glass | Comotomo | NUK Simply Natural... | Boon Nursh | Dr. Brown's Natural... |
Leakage (30%) | |||||
Nipple (25%) | |||||
Ease-of-Cleaning (20%) | |||||
Eco-Health (15%) | |||||
Ease-of-Use (10%) | |||||
Specs | Evenflo Vented + Glass | Comotomo | NUK Simply Natural... | Boon Nursh | Dr. Brown's Natural... |
Material | Tempered Glass | Silicone | Borosilicate Glass | Silicone and Plastic | BPA-free Plastic |
Available Sizes | 4, 8 oz | 5, 8 oz | 4, 8 oz | 4, 8 oz | 2, 4 oz |
Weight | 4.9 oz | 3.6 oz | 5.7 oz | 3.2 oz | 1.9 oz |
Bottle Mouth | Narrow | Wide | Wide | Wide | Narrow |
Nipple Pinch Test | Medium | Very Soft | Medium | Very Firm | Medium |
Anti-Colic Feature | Vented nipple | Vented nipple | Vented nipple | Collapsible silicone liner | Internal vent system |
Cleaning Method | Top rack dishwasher safe | Top rack dishwasher safe | Dishwasher safe | Dishwasher safe | Top rack dishwasher safe |
Our Analysis and Test Results
Evenflo Inc. was started back in 1995 and is perhaps best known for its car seats and strollers, although they make a wide range of baby products, including bottles. The Vented + Glass bottle is a classic and made it into our review, earning a Best Value award for it's combined practicality and affordability.
Performance Comparison
Likes
Our favorite part of this Evenflo bottle is the glass body, which is a healthy material you can feel good about while feeding baby. It is easy to clean and will not retain any odors or discolor. The nipple has a single vent that works well to funnel air into the bottle, relieving the pressure that could cause nipple collapse and allowing milk to flow freely from the nipple opening. Some parents also find that the funky twisted shape of the body makes it easier to keep a firm grip.
With a total of three parts, it is a breeze to clean, although you will need a bottle brush to fit in the narrow opening. We did not experience any leaks from this bottle, but the nipple cover fits on tightly with a satisfying snap to let you know it's secure. If, by chance, there are any leaks, we feel confident they won't make it past the cap.
When looking at the price per bottle, the Vented + Glass is the most inexpensive bottle in the roundup. This price break is potentially the most attractive thing about this bottle for the budget-minded parent, possibly making up for the increased chance of breakage.
Dislikes
Even though we like the material, it is only tempered glass, which is much weaker than the borosilicate type found in the other glass bottles we reviewed. So, while it is stronger than your average water glass, it is still more prone to breakage than other glass bottles and should be handled with care. There is also no sleeve for this bottle (even as an accessory), removing any opportunity for extra protection. The silicone and plastic components reflect the price, and users report that it does not take long for them to discolor or warp. However, replacement parts are readily available and not very expensive.
The nipple on the Evenflo has a narrow mound, which our tiny tester didn't mind but is something to consider for breastfed babies. It is not as breastlike as a bottle with a wide nipple mound, and some babies may struggle with the shape. The narrow mouth opening also means that a bottle brush is necessary, and transferring liquids could be tricky.
The nipple cover is extra tight, which is useful when you want to catch leaks, but it is so tight that you may end up unscrewing the nipple by accident, so you need to double-check before feeding to avoid any spills. Last, the volume markings are raised glass numbers on the exterior of the bottle, which can be challenging to read, especially in low light.
Conclusion
The Evenflo Vented + Glass is a bottle that checks all the necessary boxes without adding any of the complicated features that many bottles have. We appreciate that there is a glass bottle available for parents who want to make better health and environmental decisions but would also like to stay on budget. Although it is more fragile, we think that with a little extra caution, this can be a great bottle that could last for years.
— Juliet Spurrier, MD, Abriah Wofford
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