The best travel products over £30 for babies and toddlers

The Nuby RapidCool Kit was awarded Gold for Best Travel Product Over £30 at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Meet the most innovative way of preparing formula feeds with the RapidCool Perfect Preparation formula feeding kit that cools down your formula milk to optimum temperature in just 2 minutes* to NHS guidelines! Just boil fresh water, measure formula powder, fill RapidCool with hot water, add formula powder and mix well. Simply wait for the digital display to show a green Nuby logo and dispense the feed into your sterilised baby bottle. To make a fresh feed while you're out, fill the insulated flask with freshly boiled water and you're ready to make a feed safely on the go.

Our mum tester said: "This product has saved me loads of money! When out and about it can be a bit of a nightmare getting flask water to the right temperature or spending loads on pre-made bottles. Those days are thankfully in the past. This has saved me so much time and made life so easy to have Rapid bottles made in a near enough instant. I tried this product on a mini getaway, I usually have a prep machine and these RapidCools give it a run for its money."

Read our full Nuby RapidCool Kit review.

The BlinkyWarm All Season Buggy Cover was awarded Silver for Best Travel Product Over £30 at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Now there is no need to remember ‘all the things’ every time you leave the house, and risk packing the wrong thing! The BlinkyWarm™ 5-in-1 All Season Buggy Cover & Cosy Toes ensures you’ve always got it covered...Quite literally!Designed to shield your child from the elements all-year-round, this universal waterproof & fleece-lined cover comes with a sun shade, sleep shade, rain cover, and integrated air-flow system - offering complete protection for little ones whenever you need it.

Our mum tester said: "The design of the BlinkyWarm is really modern and because it’s also minimalistic and comes in a range of colours you’re likely able to pick one that matches your current pushchair. I also thought it looked and felt high quality. It’s really beneficial that it can just be thrown in to the washing machine too!"

Read our full BlinkyWarm All Season Buggy Cover review.

The Dudley the Dinosaur Trunki was awarded Bronze for Best Travel Product Over £30 at the Mother&Baby Awards 2024.

Prepare for adventures big and small with Dudley the coolest little Dinosaur Trunki, essential for any little Dino explorer! Designed for travelling tots – pack this loveable Dudley Trunki with all your travel essentials and enjoy new awesome travels. Lime green in colour with yellow & green wheels these new little Dinos will be certain to give little Dino experts a Roarrrrring time, wherever they ride, with a promise of no travel tantrums!

Our mum tester said: "Our son enjoyed the design as he loves dinosaurs. It's doubled up a play room storage. Also doubled up a play room toy that he likes to use. We took the trunki away and found we could pack a good amount of toys in there for our trip. Ryanair unfortunately do not accept trunki's as hand luggage - no fault of trunki more of an annoyance at Ryanair!"

Read our full Dudley the Dinosaur Trunki review.

Suitable from: Birth | Easy to assemble: Yes | Easy to store: Yes | Award: Gold

Keep the sun out of your little one’s eyes while letting the air in with Car Shades. Unlike standard window shades, these are tailor-made to specifically fit the make and model of your vehicle so you can still open all your windows. They’re a great alternative to window tints, offering UV protection and anti-glare while keeping kids cool and blocking out bugs.

Pros:
Easy to fit
Designed for all rear windows including the boot
Cons:
Can’t be used on multiple cars as they’re made to measure on specific models
Price varies from car model

One mum said: "A fantastic product! It did the job required, it kept the sun off my daughter's face, from all angles, as it covered the back passenger windows and rearview window. It fit my car perfectly and I didn't really notice that the screens had been fitted. They blended into the car, plain black, so if you are after patterns on your screen for the kids, this is not for you. You can still open your windows and boot, depending where you have the Car Shades product fitted, with no need to take the screens off or adjust them."

Read our full review of Car Shades here.

Suitable from: Birth to 36 months | Easy to assemble: Yes | Easy to store: Yes | Award: Silver

Whether you’re needing somewhere for your baby to sleep on a UK getaway or an overnight stay with family, or you’re simply looking for an easy-to-assemble cot to give you more flexibility at home, the Venture Airpod Travel Cot is a great option. Weighing just 6kg, the aluminium frame is super lightweight, and it comes with a durable storage bag, making the cot easy to carry around anywhere it is needed.

Pros:
Lightweight
Folds compactly
Cons:
No raised bassinet

One mum said: “Really liked how small it folded and how light it was. Super portable and barely took space in car boot. This meant we were able to pack all our other luggage without worrying about space. Also not too heavy so easy to lug around up stairs when we stayed in hotels without lifts.”

Read our full review of the Venture Airpod Travel Cot here.

Suitable from: 10 months – three years | Easy to assemble: Yes | Easy to store: Yes | Award: Bronze

Designed to fold down at a click of a button to fit compactly into the boot of your car or even an overhead bin on a plane, this travel-friendly trike is loved by both tots and parents. It’ll grow with your child, with a parent-controlled mode, a push mode, tricycle mode and bike mode so it can be used on multiple trips throughout toddlerhood.

Pros:
Easy to steer
Grows with your child
Cons:
Although it folds down for easy storage, would be nice if it came with a bag to put it in

One mum said: "This is hands down the best trike I have owed. It is so quick and easy to fold and unfold and is very practical to take out with you on holiday or for a day trip because it folds down so small. My child loved this trike as she was able to hold on to the handlebars and pretend she was driving it even though I was steering. It is super easy to steer and is just like pushing a pushchair. Very sturdy wheels which makes getting up and down kerbs very easy."

Read our full review of the Doona Liki Trike S1 here.

Suitable from: Birth – approx. three years | Easy to assemble: No | Easy to store: Yes | Award: Bronze

At only 6.7kg, which is over 30 per cent less heavy than most full-size travel cots, the Graco FoldLite is sure to lighten your overall load wherever you go. It can be folded in two ways: one designed for those times you need to quickly pop your cot up and down and another for putting it away in between trips. It comes with two wheels and a carry case for easy manoeuvrability.

Pros:
Collapses to 26cm wide
Padded sides for comfort and safety
Cons:
Assembly is not as straightforward compared to other travel cots

One mum said: "The cot is very easy to put together. The cot unfolds and just clicks together, only two of the sides need to click together due to the way it is folded which makes putting the cot up and down much easier and quicker. We have now replaced the travel cot at my mum's house with this one as it is a lot easier and quicker for her to use."

Read our full review of the Graco FoldLite here.

Looking for a changing bag that's stylish, practical and suitable for putting into overhead spaces on planes and trains? This one from Storksak ticks all the right boxes. It may have a hospital bag in the name but we think it works just as well as a changing bag. It comes with a handle and wheels so you can move it around with ease and a hanging organiser so you can simply hang all your baby essentials up on a door when you arrive at your destination.

Pros:
Has a stylish design
Easy to carry around
Cons:
No reviews yet
May need to check the dimensions for travelling by plane

Both practical and fun, the Trunki is designed to be used as hand luggage for your tot but they can hop on it when they get bored of walking through an airport and be towed around instead. The capacity is 18 litres inside so plenty of room for packing clothes, toys and teddies.

Pros: Comes in a variety of different colours and prints
Cons: Not designed to be ridden by children under three

Review: "I bought this for my 3 yr. old great niece and she loves it. The colour is beautiful and it's not only functional it's great fun for them sitting on the Trunki and racing up and down on the wheels."

This stroller from Silver Cross weighs just over 6kg so it's a super lightweight one for travelling. It has a lie-flat seat and a one-handed recline so you can easily move your little one from sitting down to lying down. The UPF 50+ hood will keep them shaded from the heat so it's perfect for sunny holidays.

Pros: Suitable from birth to 22kg
Cons: Some reviews mention it is hard to put things in the storage area underneath when your little one is reclined inside

Review: "Is the best decision to purchase this stroller. Great for travel"

This set from Tommee Tippee contains everything you need to sterilise, prepare and warm your little one’s bottles on the go. It includes a microwave steriliser, reusable steriliser bags, insulated bottle bags, a food/bottle warmer, bibs and formula powder dispensers for your convenience.

Pros:
Everything you need in one bundle
Save 40 per cent compared to buying everything separately
Cons:
Would be better if the steriliser bags could be used more than 30 times

Review: "Very easy to use & works well when staying away in air b&b’s - anywhere with a microwave!"

One for travelling closer to home or somewhere in the UK. This travel cot is reasonably quick and easy to fold thanks to its zig-zag leg design so it'll take just seconds to put up and back down again. This contemporary travel cot can be used from the newborn stage all the way through to toddlerhood and doubles as a play space when your little one isn't in the land of nod.

Pros: Looks stylish, padded edges
Cons: Heavy compared to other travel cots

Always have a portable booster seat to hand wherever you're going on your travels with this backpack-turned-car seat. It's ideal for use in taxis or other transfers that may not have a car seat available when you arrive at your destination, plus it can fit in plenty of toys and snacks to keep your little one happy.

Pros: Eight litre capacity as a backpack, hard plastic shell for the seat part
Cons: As a group 2-3 car seat, it is not designed for use by children under three years

Review: "I bought this for a Ryanair flight to Italy for my boy who is 3.5 years and weight just over 15kg. It fits under the seat on the plane and we were able to put my son's toys and book in it. It doesn't slide and was really easy and quick to use, ideal for travelling on short car and taxi rides. I wouln't use it for long journeys though, it doesn't have a back or head-rest so not ideal to nap in. It complies with EU and UK regulations and made travelling with a young child a much more relaxed experience."

Small and easy to put on and take off, this carrier is just what you need for carrying your little one when you're out and about travelling. Suitable for newborns all the way to 12 months old, the fabric is soft and breathable and comes with a detached front section that you can lift out when your bubba is snoozing.

Pros: Lightweight, jersey fabric
Cons: Some reviews would have liked more padding in the shoulder straps

Review: "I really liked this baby carrier. I have been using it for about two months now and baby loves it. I find it easy to wear the carrier then even easier to move the baby in and out of the carrier. I like the side clips that holds the baby pouch into position as they appear sturdy yet it is easy to clip them on and off. Most importantly the back support in this carrier is excellent. I used it whilst travelling and had no issues with back pain or strain after long use. Overall I highly recommend this product"

If you are breastfeeding your little one, this pump will be a lifesaver while you're away. It's wireless and completely hand-free so all you need to do is pop it inside your nursing bra and start expressing. You can discreetly pump in public while wearing it as it's completely silent and can be controlled remotely via a smartphone app. Ideal for popping in your handbag or changing bag.

Pros:
Easy to clean and assemble
Wireless and hands-free

Cons:
We can't think of any

Review: "I really like this pump for travelling running errands etc. also has a strong pull. After three pumps you have to charge so carry with your charger."

Help your tot beat the boredom while they're travelling with Amazon's Fire HD 8 tablet for kids. They can play games, watch their favourite shows, and even encourage with learning activities so there's plenty on there to keep them occupied. It even comes with a 'kid-proof' case, designed to withstand accidental drops.

Pros:
Packed with lots of different types of interactive activities
Content can be tailored to child's age
Available in red, blue and purple
Cons:
Pricey item
If you're going somewhere without Wi-Fi, you'll need to download shows and games before you travel

Review: "Amazing for kids especially for long car journey's and you don't even have to worry about checking on what they're watching as it's all age appropriate and has parental control. Highly recommend. Bought one for my daughter and my nephew ages 2 and 3 and both love it my daughter has even learnt how to write the alphabet using the kid-friendly games."