Philips Avent iQ24 Sterilizer with 2 Bottles (9 ounce) | 
| Brand: Avent
List Price: $74.99
Buy New: $70.00
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Rating:  30 reviews
Sales Rank: 17
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 12.7 x 9.4 x 9.3
MPN: SCF276/32
Model: SCF276/32
UPC: 761269005068
EAN: 0761269005068
ASIN: B000ELIXXQ
Release Date: April 15, 2007
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| Features:
| • | Mode 1 – Sterilizes in 6 minutes, keeps contents sterile for up to 6 hours | | • | Mode 2 – Sterilizes in 6 minutes, keeps contents sterile for up to 24 hours | | • | Large Capacity – Holds up to six 9-oz. AVENT Natural Feeding Bottles | | • | Two bonus 9-oz. Natural Feeding Bottles featuring the Avent Anti-Colic Nipples with Slow Flow Rate | | • | Digital display, electronic countdown and sound alerts |
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Product Description
The new AVENT iQ 24 Electronic Steam Sterilizer is the first intelligent steam sterilizer and is designed to communicate each phase of the sterilization cycle, so you stay informed. With features such as a digital display, electronic countdown and sound alerts, you can always be assured that contents are safe to use. The fast 6-minute cycle and optional 24-hour mode that keeps contents continuously sterile ensures contents are ready to use, day or night. A pause feature lets you remove some items without interrupting the cycle.
Amazon.com Review
Baby care requires so much time and vigilant attention. Any appliance that takes the guesswork (and a few precious minutes) out of the endless feeding routine is a blessing to caregivers. The Avent IQ24 Sterilizer is a relatively small, simple appliance that sterilizes up to six (Avent brand) bottles and/or screw rings, nipples, pacifiers, and breast pump components in just six minutes. The contents then stay sterile for six hours, providing the lid is not removed. An optional second mode keeps bottle- and breastfeeding accessories sterile for up to 24 hours by continuously repeating the cycle, so baby can have clean, sterile bottles day and night. And as we know, babies actively require feeding 24/7, so this is no idle bonus! A Sterilizer with an IQ
The Avent iQ24 Electronic Steam Sterilizer is so named because the makers consider it an "intelligent" product, using "advanced iQ technology." And it really is pretty smart. The machine communicates each phase of the sterilization cycle, so you never have to guess whether the bottles or breast pump accessories are actually sterile yet. A digital display, electronic countdown, and sound alerts give parents the assurance that baby will not be contaminated with the bacteria that lurk in unclean feeding equipment. Another cool feature is the ability to "pause" the cycle (again, read the instructions to do this properly!) in order to remove some items without interrupting the cycle. Putting the Sterilizer Together
Although the iQ24 Sterilizer is relatively easy to assemble and use, it's not necessarily intuitive. In other words, you're probably going to have to read the instruction manual pretty carefully the first time around. After that, it should be a piece of cake. Basically, there is a pot with power cord, a lower basket, a bottle rack, an upper basket (plus a spare upper basket), a lid, measuring cup, and tongs. Two 9-ounce bottles are included, as well, along with nipples, screw rings, and dome caps. The baskets and bottle rack slide onto a central stem, and the bottles and breast pump components are placed in the appropriate baskets or rack. The sterilizer cleverly uses bottle screw rings to separate the baskets and bottle rack, putting the very items to be sterilized to good secondary use! Once the correct amount of water is added and all parts are assembled and loaded (and that's the hardest part, figuring out which basket and bottle parts go where), simply plug the sterilizer body into an electrical outlet, select mode one or two (for six-hour or 24-hour sterilization cycles), and wait six minutes (for either mode). You'll also need to study the information pamphlet for a translation of the various beeps and flashing lights on the display, but generally it will be obvious when the sterilization cycle has begun and ended, and what to do next (feed that baby!). Dishwasher Basket
As a bonus feature, two baskets can be clipped together to hold small items such as nipples, breast pump parts, pacifiers, etc., for washing in the top rack of your dishwasher prior to sterilization. Keep in mind that Avent items may discolor over time if they are washed in the dishwasher with dirty dishes covered with remnants of strong sauces, such as tomato or curry sauce. Note: Sterilization is not the same as, nor should it replace, washing! All bottles and breast pump supplies should be washed carefully in mild, soapy water, and rinsed, before sterilizing. Also, for optimal effectiveness of the sterilizer, and to reduce limescale build-up, use distilled water for sterilizing. Regardless of whether you use tap or distilled water, you should de-scale the sterilizer every four weeks or so (read manual for instructions).--Emilie Coulter
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 A warning about advice in some of the reviews on sterilization January 7, 2008
pointsnorth (MA United States)
33 out of 34 found this review helpful
This seems to be a terrific sterilizer once you get the hang of it -- it's a bit tricky at first. But I'm writing primarily to correct misinformation I see in another review, and secondarily to mention the "bisphenol A" toxicity issue.
The top-rated review for this item [update: no longer top-rated] encourages people to pop baby items in the microwave for 40 seconds as a cheaper way to sterilize them.
Yikes! From what I've read, that suggestion is unwise. Here's my best understanding of the facts.
1. The definitive (University of Florida) study of microwaving (completely wet) sponges found it took 2 minutes, not "20 seconds", to kill most bacteria & bacterial spores in the (completely wet) sponges. Google on the university's name plus "sponges" plus "sterilize" and you'll find the report for yourself.
2. The study's authors recommended AGAINST using the microwave to sterilize any SOLID objects like baby bottles! For example, small plastic syringes took TWELVE minutes -- not 20 seconds, not 40 seconds, and not even 2 minutes -- to begin to sterilize. Why? Presumably it's the HOT WATER that kills the sponge germs, not the microwave energy. Of course, dry, solid objects heat up very little in a microwave.
Sterilization of ANY kind is a tricky business, and you don't want to base your technique on hearsay or personal impressions! You need to use a tested system, and then **follow the tested system's instructions absolutely and exactly**.
Philips Avent does sell a microwave sterilization kit, which relies on STEAM (hot water) for its effect. That probably works fine. But for goodness sake, please don't use the microwave to sterilize these items without a well-developed (steam-based) kit! Many things can mess up your outcomes, such as different microwave wattages.
Finally, the top-rated critical review of this appliance raises concern about "Bisphenol A" in the bottles. I don't actually know whether these bottles leach Bisphenol A when heated, but I'll presume the reviewer is correct. If so, what does that mean, and what is the risk?
Unfortunately, the degree of risk from "Bisphenol A" remains unclear. Animal studies may or may not translate to human risk. But there's enough concern among researchers and regulatory agencies to make avoiding Bisphenol A a good idea. The chemical DOES have a range of toxic effects on lab animals -- especially during infant development. Including neurological, hormonal (premature puberty, for example) and cellular.
As an example of who is taking the "Bisphenol A" risk seriously now, consider this excerpt from Wikipedia on 4/23/08:
"On April 18, 2008 Canadian Health Minister Tony Clement announced that Canada intends to ban the import, sale, and advertising of polycarbonate baby bottles containing bisphenol A over concerns of the safety of bisphenol A. While Health Canada concluded that human exposures are less than the levels deemed to be potentially unsafe, the margin of safety was considered too low for formula-fed infants.[54][55] Around the same time, Wal-Mart announced that it was immediately ceasing sales in all its Canadian stores of food containers, water and baby bottles, sippy cups, and pacifiers containing bisphenol A, and that it would phase out baby bottles made with it in U.S. stores by early 2009.[56] Nalgene also announced it will stop using the chemical in its products,[57] and Toys-R-Us said it will cease selling baby bottles made from it.[58]"
Hmmm... What to do? Insufficient or haphazard sterilization is a *known* health risk for infants. So if the only options were (a) introduce some "Bisphenol A" or (b) provide unsanitary food/water to my baby, I'd be tempted to opt for the Bisphenol A.
But a system that uses tempered glass bottles could eliminate BOTH concerns.
Great Buy August 18, 2006
Mom of 4 boys
12 out of 13 found this review helpful
I bought the Avent Steam Sterilizer to save time and water when cleaning my Avent pump and bottles. I love this product. It only takes about 4 oz. of water and is ready in 6 minutes! I bought mine 4 years ago, so my older model does not have the electronic readout and alarm when ready, and I don't think either is necessary. Mine has a red light that goes off when the steaming is complete. The steamer comes with a basket that can be used in the dishwasher to hold small items. Here is a tip: when I first used my steamer, I had water spots on everything. I called the customer service, and they advised me to try distilled water. This worked like a charm. Apparently I had some ingredient in my well water that was causing the spots. Using distilled water was not costly, since the steamer uses so little water.
 WARNING! Avent Bottles Contain BPA Bisphenol-A April 9, 2008
Mommy of 3 Princesses
10 out of 10 found this review helpful
I liked Avent Bottles, my daughter Liked them too! Then I found out about Bisphenol -A being used to make the Bottles. After re-searching Bisphenol -A, I discovered that exposing my baby to harmful chemicals with the potential for long term affects later in life, was definitely not for me!! There are other options out there, all glass bottles are safe, as well as Born Free, Mam by Sassy, Green to Grow and Adrini. Do your own research. I'm really surprised the non Bisphenol -A Free bottles haven't been recalled yet! I'm sure it's just a matter of time, before enough people are educated.
Love it, Love it, Love it! MUST HAVE! December 16, 2006
B&M's Mommy (Stoneham, MA)
9 out of 12 found this review helpful
Great product. I wash bottles once a day now. The 24-hour setting keeps bottles sterile for the entire time. Great for sterilizing other items as well, such as pacifiers. It doesn't take up much space at all. No more inconvenient boiling of the bottles. Basically, it just works out really well, and I can't say enough about it. Just a side note, take the instructions advice and use distilled water for sterilizing. It won't build up like tap water will. I usually just by a gallon of it every 3 weeks or so.
A point to note before buying this August 15, 2007
Baivab Mitra (Jersey City, NJ)
9 out of 19 found this review helpful
I gave 5 stars, considering reviews of others who own/use it and don't want to lower the ratings in any way, considering this is definitely a good product. But, what about the cost of this? Just think, is it really worth it? All families have a microwave these days. They are the FINEST AND BEST STERILIZERS anywhere! If you can get a dedicated sterilized and clean container, microwave safe, wash and rinse all the baby bottles, nipples, etc. (the washing part anyways one has to do, irrespective of whether they use this product or not) and place them in this microwave safe container, run it in microwave for no more than 40 to 50 seconds - violla - all items are absolutely sterilized.
Those who might not be aware, microwaves kill 99.9% of all germs within 20 seconds of exposure. In fact, a very common practice is to microwave the cloth or sponge one uses to rinse/clean utensils for 20 seconds to get it sterilized. Think what 40 to 50 seconds will do to the bottles, etc.........Completely disinfect them. You save (say) $70.00 ($4.00 for the Target bought microwave safe container, with lid and big enough to hold the bottles, lying down)
[Edit, after reading comments on original review, as above]
I agree, it was my fault and mistake to miss out a critical and vital point and those who have commented on that - I thank you! The above review had a critical pt. missing - one should never, ever microwave ONLY the product in question, i.e. bottles, nipples, etc. What I really meant was what I use, i.e. I have a container, where I put all the baby stuff in, pour about 7 to 8 oz. of water and m/w for 8 min., which steams out the water and steams out everything, thus sterilizing.
The cost of the container was $3.00. Sorry - my bad. So, what I really wanted to say was is the price worth it? As for time involved, it takes just the same. Effort - also.
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