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Betsy Shaw | Oct 17, 2024
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- Best baby nasal aspirator: Frida Baby NoseFrida The OG SnotSucker
- Best baby nasal aspirator with extra filters: Molucky Baby Nasal Aspirator
- Best baby nasal aspirator with sprayer: Momcozy 2-in-1 Baby Nasal Aspirator with Nasal Spray
- Best electric baby nasal aspirator: Frida Baby Electric NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
- Best vacuum-powered baby nasal aspirator: Benny Nasal Aspirator Vacuum
- Best nasal saline spray for babies: Little Remedies Sterile Saline Nasal Mist
- How I chose the best baby nasal aspirators
- How to use a nasal aspirator
When it comes to babies, mucus is unavoidable. Whether they’re fighting a cold or dealing with allergies, a stuffy nose can make their day (and yours) miserable — especially since newborns are primarily only breathing out of their noses the first few months of life. Thankfully, nasal aspirators are excellent tools to clear your baby's stuffy nose.
From manual to electric (as well as vacuum-suction options), there are various kinds of nasal aspirators on the market. I researched the market to find the best ones, considering how easy they would be to clean and how simple they are to use. To further narrow down this list I consulted recommendations from parents in the BabyCenter Community, drew on our editors' research and experience, and utilized my own personal experience as a mom of three to ultimately find the best baby nasal aspirators for new parents.
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Best baby nasal aspirator
Frida Baby NoseFrida The OG SnotSucker
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Highlights
- Effective at relieving congestion
- Easy to clean (can even go in dishwasher)
- Easy to use
- Gentle on baby
Heads up
- Will need to keep buying new filters
Specs
Includes: 4 disposable filters | Features:BPA and phthalate free, dishwasher safe
Made in Sweden, the NoseFrida operates on parent power, but don't worry – thanks to the long nose hose and disposable filter, you will not suck your baby's snot into your own mouth. The nostril cover has a wide opening, so it easily seals your baby's entire nostril but doesn't go inside. The unit is easily washed, and you can run most of the pieces through the dishwasher (top rack only).
Community reviews
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Brittn1215
When dealing with a sick baby I can’t be without my nose Frida. I have the electric one too but honestly nothing beats the original sucker.
Nose Frida 1000%. Life changer. I couldn't have got through motherhood without it lmao. Yes the concept is super gross but there is no chance that the snot could ever get close to your mouth.
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MD1212
Absolutely necessary. Nose Frida. The bulbs don't get anything compared to that. Get one now because you will be kicking yourself if not when your LO comes down with a sickness and can't breathe or eat well because of all the snot.
Best baby nasal aspirator with extra filters
Molucky Baby Nasal Aspirator
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Highlights
- Comes with 24 extra filters
- Affordable
- Dishwasher safe
- Includes 2 silicone tips
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- Some parents say nose tip is too large for a newborn
Specs
Includes: 24 disposable filters | Features: BPA and phthalate free, dishwasher safe
This oral aspirator is almost identical to the NoseFrida (right down to the illustration on the packaging). It's effective, easy to use, and easy to clean. Just throw the filter out after each use and clean the other parts with hot soapy water or put them in the top rack of the dishwasher. We love that this aspirator comes with plenty of extra filters.
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Hoff2190
I have the nose Frida also and this one works so much better
Best baby nasal aspirator with sprayer
Momcozy 2-in-1 Baby Nasal Aspirator with Nasal Spray
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Highlights
- Dual functionality
- Adjustable suction levels
- Comes with two replacement tips
- Rechargeable
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- Spray function is more like a mist
- Pricey
- Hand wash only
Specs
Includes: 2 types of silicone tips | Features: BPA free
Instead of constantly scrambling to find your nasal aspirator and nasal spray, this clever electric device keeps it all together in one compact package. Across from the nozzle that you’re used to seeing on nasal aspirators is a sprayer filled with saline solution that you can use before suctioning to loosen crusty boogies, allowing for easier — and more effective — removal of all that snot.
The whole unit is rechargeable so you won’t have to worry about restocking batteries, and with a suction level of 65kpa, this device is one of the most powerful electric nasal aspirators out there right now, to really help de-stuff those little noses.
READ FULL REVIEW: Momcozy's 2-in-1 nasal aspirator is a game-changing tool to ease your baby's congestion
Best electric baby nasal aspirator
Frida Baby Electric NoseFrida Nasal Aspirator
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Highlights
- Multiple suction levels
- Quiet
- Easy to use
- Rechargeable
Heads up
- Pricey
- Some say the tips are on the large side
- Hand wash only
Specs
Includes: 2 silicone tips, 1 cleaning brush, 1 USB Rechargeable charging cable, 1 storage case
Bulb syringes and nasal aspirators where you’re literally sucking their snot out aren’t for everyone — and that’s OK. Luckily, there are amazing electric versions out there like the Friday Baby Electric Nose Friday Nasal Aspirator that can help relieve your baby’s congestion with the push of a button. The soft silicone tips are gentle on Baby’s nose and create a highly effective seal against the nostril so the device can achieve maximum suction power.
There’s even a “distraction light” to captivate little ones who may not want to lie still. After you’re done sucking those boogers out, simply wash the silicone tip or toss it into the dishwasher so it’s ready for next time. And don’t worry, the Frida Baby comes with two tips so you can easily rotate between them on extra snotty days.
Community reviews
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pancakesforever
We have the frida baby electric one, the kids (3 and 1) do not appreciate it but it's been a lifesaver when they're sick and the boogers are flowing all day.
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britneyx0
I have the babyfrida electric nose sucker and LOVE ITA! It has two different tops so I can use it on DD & my toddler.
Best vacuum-powered baby nasal aspirator
Benny Nasal Aspirator Vacuum
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Highlights
- Powerful yet gentle suction
- Soft silicone tip creates tight seal on nose
- Tube portion is bigger than others making for easier cleaning
Heads up
- You'll need a vacuum cleaner with a hose attachment and power between 800 and 1800 watts
- Vacuum being on may be too loud for some babies
Specs
Recommended age: Children from birth to 7 years old | Features: BPA free
It sounds wild, but it works: The Benny aspirator gently removes excess mucus from your baby's clogged nostrils with suction provided by your actual vacuum cleaner. Unlike parent-powered aspirators, Benny provides continuous, controlled suction. The aspirator regulates the suction so it's not too strong. (Parents who have tried it on themselves first vouch for this.)
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Best nasal saline spray for babies
Little Remedies Sterile Saline Nasal Mist
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Highlights
- Mist is easier to use on infants than spray or drops
- Alcohol and preservative-free
- Helps moisturize dry nasal passages
Heads up
- Each child will need their own bottle
Specs
Features: Non-medicated, preservative free
This saline mist cleanses nasal passages, and gently loosens and washes away dried mucus that can clog up your baby's nose. The ingredients consist of nothing but water and sodium chloride (salt.) Many parents treat their baby's nose with saline before using an aspirator – it makes the process more effective. You can also soothe and moisturize dry little noses with a quick spritz or two.
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Community reviews
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lilmistress
I use the Little Remedies For Noses Sterile Saline Nasal Mist. We use it a couple times a week. He gets excited now when he sees it.
How I chose the best baby nasal aspirators
When reasearching the best baby nasal aspirator, there are several factors I considered:
- Method: From manual nasal aspirators that require the caregiver to literally suck the snot out of their nose with their mouths, to traditional bulb syringes, and fancy electric versions with all the bells and whistles, there’s a type out there for every family, and I tried to provide a wide variety of options in case one method gives you more ick factor than others.
- Ease of cleaning:One of the most important parts of owning a nasal aspirator is to keep it clean. If you’re using a manual one, you don’t want to risk getting sick yourself or spreading infection from one child to another. Keeping that in mind and that fact that parents of babies rarely have extra time to deal with even more cleaning, I selected products that are known to be easy to clean or can even be tossed in the dishwasher.
- Ease of use:If a nasal aspirator is too difficult to use effectively, it defeats the purpose. Other details like the comfort and size of the tip going into the nose are also important so you’re not dealing with a screaming angry baby.
How to use a nasal aspirator
You may have gotten a basic rubber bulb syringeOpens a new window in the hospital. These can help clear your baby's nose, but may be less effective and harder to use than a nasal aspirator. Aspirators include the oral version (with a plastic tube that lets you suck the mucus from your baby's nose), and an electric version (which relies on battery power or even your vacuum).
Before using an aspirator, it helps to thin and loosen mucus with saline solution that you squirt into your baby's nostrils.
Safety notes: Nasal aspiration should be a gentle process. If you suction too aggressively, your baby's nasal tissues can become inflamed (or even bleed), which can make the congestion worse. If your baby resists suctioning, stop and try again later. Don't use a nasal aspirator more than three times a day, and clean your aspirator after each use to prevent bacteria from growing.
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Betsy Shaw
Betsy Shaw has contributed to BabyCenter as a writer and editor for more than 10 years. She authored the popular Babes in the Woods series, and now edits articles from parent contributors and writes about baby names.
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