The Best Wipe Warmers for Babies Who Have No Chill

So easy to use and the most compact of any model I tested, the Momcozy warmer tops our list for best wipe warmer. It’s the only model I tested where you don’t have to take the wipes out of the packaging before putting them in the warmer; just cut the seal or lid and pop in the pack as-is, no unwrapping necessary. While it does take more time to heat the wipes in their original container (a couple of hours versus about 10-15 minutes if you remove the wipes from the package), this feature was something I appreciated as a tired, busy mom.

The Momcozy features four different temperature settings to suit your comfort level and your baby’s, ensuring wipes are still toasty by the time they actually touch your baby’s bottom. I favored the highest setting for extra warmth; however, if you're just looking to take the chill off a wipe without getting your baby or toddler too accustomed to it (since a warmer isn't portable), I'd recommend choosing one of the lower two temperature settings. I also liked the adjustable nightlight. With three brightness levels, the lowest level is quite soft and the highest gives plenty of light to clean a messy bottom thoroughly.

The Momcozy also includes a removable spring, a feature unique to this model only. You can add it to the bottom of the wipe warmer when you’re running low to push the remaining wipes up to the top so they warm faster and are easier to access—something I did numerous times. 

The warmer fits a standard pack of wipes, so if you like to purchase value packs, just note you’ll probably need to remove them from the container to load as they won’t fit in the warmer while still packaged. 

Additional Specs

• Size: 8.3” x 5.3”

• Capacity: Fits a standard pack of wipes

• Heating source: Top-down

• Special features: 4 temperature settings, 3-level adjustable nightlight, removable spring

If you're considering a wipe warmer but aren’t sure it’s necessary (and don’t want to spend a lot of money on something you’re not sure about), the Jool Baby TinyBums Wipe Warmer is worth trying. At only $30, it’s simple, affordable and works just as well as high-end brands, warming wipes fast and evenly. Unlike the other models I tested, the Jool Baby features a power button so you can shut it off without having to unplug the entire thing when you won’t be using it for a stretch of time, like overnight if you have an older toddler (🙋🏼‍♀️) or if you go away for a few days. This helps keep the wipes fresher for longer and prevents drying out.

I also really appreciate that I can operate this wipe warmer with one hand, even to add more wipes, which is convenient when I’m mid-diaper change or my Velcro baby refuses to be put down. The top features a sliding lock to keep curious hands out, and the lid opens with a simple push of a button. There’s also a clear window in the front so I can see when I’m almost out of wipes and need to restock. 

For anyone who appreciates a simple and straightforward setup, the Jool Baby couldn’t be easier. The directions are short and to the point, without extra steps to remember, like pouring in a half a cup of water each time you reload wipes or saturating a little pillow, requirements of some of the other wipe warmers I tested.

A built-in LED nightlight is an added bonus for late-night breastfeeding sessions, diaper blowouts and changes in those early days. You may want to experiment with wipe brands, though, as some reviewers (myself included) at times experienced issues with wipes getting stuck, tearing or being tough to pull out one at a time. (I used Huggies wipes for testing.)

Additional Specs

• Size: ‎9.59” x 6.75” x 4.92”

• Capacity: 50-80 wipes

• Heating source: Top-down

• Special features: Power button, LED nightlight

Once you go hands-free, you’ll never go back (at least I won’t!). For germaphobes like me, this touch-free wipe warmer from Munchkin is more than just a luxury—it’s a must. A quick wave of the hand opens the warmer, making messy diaper changes a little less gross (and daunting) and much more sanitary and convenient. It’s especially ideal for poop diapers when I need to get a bunch of wipes out fast while simultaneously preventing my toddler from wiggling around and getting poop everywhere. The lid automatically closes after five seconds, keeping the warmer clean even when my hands aren’t. 

There’s a nightlight that automatically turns on when the lid opens, which is helpful during late-night blowouts or when you just need a bit of light to grab something from the nursery. The light adjusts easily from bright to dim or turns off completely. It also shuts off automatically after 15 minutes, a convenient perk. 

Most importantly, this wipe warmer performed great during testing, warming wipes to a comfortable temperature within 20 minutes. While I found that it keeps wipes fairly moist without adding water, the brand does recommend pouring up to a half cup of water directly on your wipes if you notice them drying out.  

Additional Specs

• Size: 9.92” x 7.24: x 5.12”

• Capacity: 100 wipes

• Heating source: Top-down

• Special features: Touch-free lid, automatic night light with two levels of brightness

If you have a couple of kids in diapers or just don't want to constantly refill your wipe warmer, the Munchkin Warm Glow Wipe Warmer is a good choice. It can hold up to 100 wipes, more than most other wipe warmer models I tested which hold a standard pack of 56-80 wipes. It’s also big enough to hold larger wipes.

The warmer took about 20 minutes to warm wipes to a pleasant room temperature and wipes were easy to pull out one at a time without ripping, tearing or constantly having to rethread them. The viewing window on the front is convenient for stock checks, and the warmer features a nightlight that automatically shuts off after 10 minutes. But the light is really bright and can’t be disabled without powering off the whole unit—a definite downside of this warmer for me and one that other users also noted. 

Like their touch-free warmer, Munchkin also recommends pouring a half cup of water over the wipes to keep them moist, adding an extra step to your refill routine. If you want to skip this step, Huff says, “you can try putting fewer wipes in the warmer so the ones at the bottom don’t dry out before you get to them.” 

Additional Specs

• Size: 7.25” x 5” x 10”

• Capacity: 100 wipes

• Heating source: Top-down

• Special features: Nightlight with auto shut-off