10 Best Dummies UK 2024 | Mam, Tommee Tippee and More

This range from NUK is called 'Space Soother', namely because they are designed to leave as much space around the mouth area as possible, and touch as little skin as possible, thus reducing the chance of skin irritation. The teat itself has an approved orthodontic shape that reduces any risk to the teeth or jaw.

The company has some impressive statistics, saying that 95% of babies will accept their product, and 99% of mothers would recommend this soother. And we all know how hard parents can be to please. For these reasons, as well as the undeniably cute design, of course, this brilliant set takes our top spot. 

A relatively new take on the dummy, this offering from Zooawa has a giraffe teddy attached to encourage your young one to take to it. It also has the added benefit of not being as easy to lose, which if you've ever been through the dummy stage before, you know is almost a guarantee. 

If giraffes aren't your, or their, thing, there are seven different teddy designs you could choose instead, from ducks to pink owls. One thing you'll surely be glad to know is that they are completely machine washable, so you don't have to fear in case of any accidents. 

Crafted from hospital-grade silicone, these dummies from Philips are a brilliant option for newborns. The orthodontic teat is sized and shaped perfectly for babies' mouths, and features a hole on its reverse side so your young one won't struggle to breath when using the dummy. 

Additionally, thanks to the one-piece construction, there are no nooks and crannies so they are super quick and easy to sterilise. Overall this a brilliant dummy, and we can understand why they're often the choice in hospitals too. 

These latex soothers are exceptionally designed, with many parents saying that they were so happy they found these after their children struggled to take to any other dummies. Plus, they're an absolute bargain! 

The pacifiers are aimed at babies from 0 - 6 months old, which probably explains the choice of material, though the brand do make a similar set for babies of 6-18 months. We think this would be a good buy to test the waters with if you haven't yet introduced a soother to your baby. 

This set of dummies from MAM come with a big claim - that they're accepted by 94% of babies. We feel this could go a long way to explaining why this is the number 1 dummy sold on Amazon UK. They have plenty of ventilation holes and sturdy yet comfortable teats, making them a brilliant all-round choice.

The silicone dummies glow brightly during the night, which is perfect for parents as they can easily spot them in the dark and replace it without disturbing your cherub. Plus, this product comes with a self-sterilising travel case for simple and straightforward cleaning.  

This soft one-piece silicone soother is designed to stay put when in your baby's mouth, saving you from having to pick it up and replace it every few minutes. Thanks to this construction, the soother will help keep your baby happier and calmer for longer. 

Another factor we like about this is that it is static-free. Therefore, it shouldn't attract any dust particles and will stay that little bit cleaner. It is on the expensive side in comparison to other products on the market, but there's no denying the brand know how to make a reliable baby product. 

How cute is this set of dummies from MAM? Each product comes with a child-friendly design on the front, with other colours and age suitabilities available. Though made from silicone, the teats are super-soft for a familiar feeling for your little ones. 

As the name suggests, they are extra ventilating too, with larger handles than most for increased air flow and skin kindness. Additionally, the pack comes with a sterilising travel case for keeping them safe and hygienic – just place them in the case with some water and pop them in the microwave for a few minutes. 

If you want your baby to look every inch the prince or princess they've surely been acting as, you could always opt for this golden number from NUK. All this company's dummies are approved by the British Dental Health Foundation, which means you can rest assured they won't be causing any damage to your child's teeth or jaws.

They are built from a soft latex material too, in order to mimic a mother's breast. However, while the choice of material might be comfortable, some reviewers have found that there is a lack of air or padding in the teat, so your baby may be missing some texture.  

This set of soothers are lightweight, ergonomic, and designed with oral development in mind. The one-piece silicone design pretty much ensures that there'll never be a choking scare. Plus, they're also labelled 'extra-soft' by the company, which may be better for younger babies.

While ventilation holes are important, they are only a small part of a dummy's design, so we can see why Nanobébé may have overlooked them. Just be aware that the holes they have included are rather small so they may not drain any excess saliva too well.  

This offering is certainly more about the additional feature than the dummy itself, although it does include a pretty decent one so it still makes the cut. The dummy is made from silicone and comes with ample space for ventilation, while the steriliser will kill bacteria in only three minutes, without any water or a microwave.

While this is all very appealing, and it truly is, there is one glaring issue. This steriliser will not work on latex dummies, meaning it's pretty much redundant if your child ends up preferring that type of material.