The report card
- Clearing power25% of score7.0
Two suction settings. Owners generally find it effective, but you get less control than with a manual aspirator.
- Gentleness20% of score8.0
Two tip sizes, and listed as suitable from birth.
- Hygiene & cleaning20% of score7.0
Braun describes the parts as easy to clean, and John Lewis's listing recommends hand washing.
- Ease of use & noise15% of score8.0
Battery powered, so no mouth suction, and Braun says it works quietly.
- Price & running costs20% of score7.5
Fair, especially when discounted, and batteries are included.
The full review
Braun's aspirator is a compact battery-powered unit (2 x AA, included) with two suction settings and two sizes of soft tip. You place the tip at your baby's nostril, press the button and the motor does the work, which is the whole appeal if the NoseFrida's mouthpiece puts you off.
Owner feedback is broadly positive. It averages 4.2 stars from 92 reviews at John Lewis and around 4 stars across other UK retailers, with parents mentioning simple assembly and effective relief, including for reluctant toddlers.
It is a fairly basic device, though. Two settings give you less control than a manual aspirator, and like any electric model it has more parts to wash and dry. The price varies a lot too: John Lewis and Boots list it at around £32, but it's regularly under £20 at Amazon, so shop around.
Pros and cons
What I like
- No mouth suction needed
- Two suction settings and two tip sizes
- Batteries and carry pouch included
- 2-year guarantee
What I don't
- Less control than a manual aspirator
- More parts to clean than a simple tube
- Price varies widely between retailers
Key specs
- Type
- Electric, battery powered
- Suction settings
- 2
- Tips
- 2 sizes
- Power
- 2 x AA (included)
- Age
- From birth
- In the box
- Carry pouch, batteries, quick-start guide
- Guarantee
- 2 years
Head-to-heads
What I read
This is a research-led review. These are the main sources behind the scores, alongside patterns in verified owner reviews. How I review.