8 Best Baby Wipes to Clean Even the Toughest Messes

With a minimal ingredient list of just 99.9% water and 0.1% grapefruit seed extract, WaterWipes are a fragrance-free option that is gentle on babies' skin. Just note that the brand discloses there’s a trace amount (0.002%) of a chemical, benzalkonium chlorine, in the wipe, but these are still accepted as safe for babies. Our parent testers felt comfortable using the wipes without worrying about diaper rash, with one happy tester sharing that her baby's super-sensitive skin showed no signs of irritation with these wipes. Testers kept the wipes on hand for everything from dirty diaper changes to wiping faces after a messy meal to cleaning hands after a trip to the park.

In Textiles Lab evaluations, we gave the packaging high scores for being easy to open and close, despite not having a cap like wipes from other bands. The wipes earned top marks in our softness comparison test. We and our testers agree that the wipes stay sufficiently wet, which makes tackling tougher messes easier. One tester emphasized, "Even the stinkiest dirty diaper is easily dealt with." One thing to note: Because the wipes don't use as many preservatives as others, they aren't as long-lasting, and the brand's packaging indicates that you should use the wipes within four weeks of opening.

With more than 26,000 five-star reviews on Amazon and high scores in Textiles Lab evaluations, these baby wipes are loved by real parents and GH analysts alike. Great for buying in bulk, each package comes with nine packs of 90 wipes for a whopping 810 total wipes — more than any other brand we evaluated. And at such an affordable price, many online reviewers say they stock up on Amazon Elements wipes, describing them as their "go-to" for easy cleanup. One GH analyst shared that she also loves keeping the wipes on hand, especially for mealtime.

During Textiles Lab evaluations, we were impressed by the easy snap lid that kept the wipes moist long after the package was opened, and in a blind comparison test, the wipes received higher scores for softness and wetness than wipes from more expensive brands. The wetness combined with the textured surface makes cleaning up bigger messes a breeze. Know that some online reviewers wish the wipes were a bit thicker for more stubborn messes, sharing that they have folded the wipes in half or doubled up for a sturdier feel.

Many baby wipes these days are plant-based, but EcoPeaCo takes its sustainability efforts further by not bleaching the wipes. While most baby wipes are bleached white, these bamboo-based wipes are light brown, which is the natural color of the pulp used to make the wipe. The best part is they don't sacrifice quality despite being more sustainable. They were some of our testers' favorite wipes, and they stood out in Textiles Lab evaluations.

In our tests, the wipes earned high scores across the board for properties like softness and odor. Wetness was average when compared to other wipes, and some of our parent testers wished the wipes were a bit wetter. The packaging features a plastic lid that snaps into place with a resealable cover underneath, which can help the wipes retain their moisture over time. During our evaluations, we noted that these wipes were bigger than others we tested. One parent tester said, "They were longer than a typical wipe, so I only needed one for cleaning." Our testers also loved the thickness of the wipes and the textured design, which they said helped them to achieve a good clean during diaper changes.

The most luxurious wipes we've tested, these baby wipes from Coterie are oh-so-soft. In a blind comparison test, the wipes received the highest ratings for softness, with testers sharing that the wipes were "by far the softest" and "extra plush." Our parent testers agreed, adding that the wipes were softer than others they've tried from well-known brands.

In addition to being super soft, the wipes received praise from our testers and GH analysts for being thick and substantial, which can help prevent tears or ripping and makes cleaning tough messes a breeze. Plus, the wipes are textured for an even deeper clean. Our parent testers noted no signs of irritation or rashes when using these wipes. The packages may be smaller than those from other brands, with only 56 wipes per pack, but the wipes are larger than others we evaluated, so you're able to use fewer to handle a bigger mess. GH analysts love bringing the "travel packs" of these wipes with them on family trips, which earned them a 2024 Family Travel Award. Testers shared that the compact containers are the "perfect size" for packing and that the wipes are easy to throw in their bags for trusted cleaning on the go.

Beloved baby brand Huggies' sensitive baby wipes earned top marks for their wetness in consumer tests and Textiles Lab evaluations. Our parent testers said the wipes stayed wet for easy cleaning, and they loved the packaging, complete with a simple-to-open-and-close snap lid to really lock the moisture in. Plus, testers said it was easy to just pull out one wipe at a time. They also highlighted that the wipes are unscented and appreciated that their babies' gentle skin showed no signs of irritation or redness with use.

The wipes are embossed with a textured design to aid with cleaning trickier messes, but they are more prone to tearing apart than other wipes we evaluated and were on the thinner side. When it comes to comfort, the wipes were rated highly for softness in a blind comparison test, and our parent testers commented that the wipes were "so soft" and loved using them on babies' delicate hands, bottoms and faces.

Pampers' baby wipes are specially formulated to help keep your baby's skin pH balanced. Brand representatives told us the ingredient list isn't as short as other brands' because it includes ingredients to help your baby maintain an acidic pH level of 4.6. Because the wipes are made specifically for diaper changes, they may not be as ideal for cleaning up other messes like sticky fingers or dirty faces. The wipes are still fragrance and alcohol-free, which can help prevent unnecessary irritation or diaper rashes.

During Textiles Lab evaluations, we were impressed by the soft feel of the wipes. Unlike most popular wipes we tried, these wipes don't have a textured design, which means they're super soft and gentle on your baby's delicate bottom. They're also very plush and thicker than others we evaluated. When we assessed the packaging, the snap lid earned high ratings for being easy to use and helped keep the wipes — which earned high scores for wetness — from drying out over time. Our parent testers regularly comment that Pampers wipes are wetter than other wipes they've tried and say the wipes are their go-to choice.

With fun maximalist packaging but a minimal ingredients list, these wipes from The Honest Company are just as cute as they are efficient. The popular wipes are one of our testers' favorites, beloved for cleaning up all kinds of messes throughout the day. One tester highlighted that the wipes are "very versatile," adding that they "left her child feeling very clean" no matter what mess they encountered — from dirty diapers to runny noses to art projects to mealtime.

The wipes earned average scores for wetness, but they're textured to tackle trickier messes, and our parent testers gave them near-perfect scores for their cleaning abilities. When we evaluated the wipes in the Textiles Lab, we rated the packaging highly for being easy to open and close, and we love that there's both a snap lid and a resealable tab to prevent the wipes from drying out. And the packaging is covered in tons of fun prints and patterns that we and our parent testers loved, just like the brand's popular diapers.

A Good Housekeeping Parenting Awards winner, these Little Journey baby wipes are a total steal. They're available for an exceptionally low price — under $10 for a three-pack with 216 total wipes. Don't let the low price fool you, though: The wipes performed just as well in our Textiles Lab evaluations as those from higher-end brands. We gave them high ratings for wetness and love that there's a snap lid to keep the wipes fresh and moist for longer.

We and our parent testers appreciate that the wipes are fragrance-free, and testers say the wipes are "gentle" and don't irritate their babies' bottoms or faces. Made with a textured design, the wipes can manage all kinds of messes, whether dirty diapers or food-covered faces. These wipes are exclusive to Aldi, which means you'll need to visit an Aldi retail location or shop using a delivery service like Instacart to purchase them.