Baby wipes are the most frequently repeated purchase in a baby's life after diapers, and the one that most easily goes unnoticed in the budget: a €3 pack seems like little, but a newborn uses 600 to 800 wipes a month. As with diapers, what matters is not the price of the pack but the price per wipe, and that can vary fourfold depending on the format. This article compares the real prices of Dodot, WaterWipes and Bambo Nature wipes in our store, works out usage by age and shows where the savings are.
Price per wipe: Dodot, WaterWipes and Bambo Nature
Prices in our store in September 2026.
| Wipes | Units | Price | Per wipe | Profile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bambo Nature Basic Fragrance-Free, box of 12x80 | 960 | €28.80 | €0.03 | Fragrance-free, everyday use, the most economical |
| Bambo Nature Basic Fragrance-Free | 80 | €2.88 | €0.04 | Fragrance-free, everyday use |
| Bambo Nature Plastic Free Premium, box of 14x50 | 700 | €36.00 | €0.05 | Plastic-free, biodegradable |
| WaterWipes Sensitive+, box of 12x60 | 720 | €40.99 | €0.06 | 99.9% water, sensitive skin |
| Bambo Nature Plastic Free Premium | 50 | €3.00 | €0.06 | Plastic-free, biodegradable |
| WaterWipes Sensitive+, 4x60 | 240 | €14.99 | €0.06 | 99.9% water, sensitive skin |
| Dodot Bebé Aqua Pure 0% Plastic | 48 | €3.20 | €0.07 | 99% water, plastic-free, fragrance-free |
| WaterWipes Sensitive+ | 60 | €3.99 | €0.07 | 99.9% water, sensitive skin |
| WaterWipes Sensitive+ | 28 | €2.49 | €0.09 | Small pack, diaper bag |
| WaterWipes On The Go | 10 | €1.29 | €0.13 | Pocket and pushchair |
Three takeaways: format matters more than brand (the same WaterWipes cost €0.13 in the pack of 10 and €0.06 in the box of 720); premium water-based wipes, such as Dodot Aqua Pure and WaterWipes, cost twice as much as basic fragrance-free wipes; and boxes of 12 to 14 packs save around 15% compared with single packs. See the Dodot wipes, WaterWipes wipes and Bambo Nature collections.
Dodot wipes: what they cost and what you pay for
In our store we sell Dodot Bebé Aqua Pure 0% Plastic wipes in packs of 48 at €3.20, which is about 7 cents per wipe. This is Dodot's gentlest line: 99% water, fragrance-free, alcohol-free, with a plastic-free fabric. You pay more than for a basic wipe, but what you are buying is a formula for sensitive skin and newborns. If your baby's skin is not reactive, a simpler fragrance-free wipe does the same job for half the price. We detail the composition and what users think in Dodot wipes: benefits and reviews.
How many wipes a baby uses
| Age | Changes per day | Wipes per change | Wipes per month | Monthly cost at €0.04 | Monthly cost at €0.07 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 3 months | 8 to 10 | 2 to 3 | 600 to 800 | €24 to €32 | €42 to €56 |
| 3 to 12 months | 6 | 2 | 350 to 400 | €14 to €16 | €25 to €28 |
| 1 to 3 years | 4 to 5 | 2 | 250 to 300 | €10 to €12 | €18 to €21 |
The calculation only includes diaper changes. With hands, face and the high chair, add 20 to 30%. In the first months wipes cost almost as much as diapers, and that is when the pack format matters most.
How to save on wipes without changing brand
- Buy by the box. A box of 12 or 14 packs costs around 15% less per wipe and has a long shelf life. As our shipping rates are fixed, a box of wipes added to your diaper order does not cost extra to ship.
- Use the right wipe for each job. Premium water-based wipes for newborns, sensitive skin and the diaper area; basic fragrance-free wipes for hands, face and general clean-ups. You save half on everything that does not need premium.
- One wipe per wee, two or three per poo. It sounds obvious, but many families end up using four or more per change.
- Close the pack properly. Dry wipes end up in the bin. Packs with a rigid lid last longer.
- At home, water and a cloth on calm days. Especially during bouts of diaper rash, lukewarm water and a soft cloth are the gentlest option and cost nothing.
Which pack to buy in each situation
- Before the birth: 3 to 4 packs of 48 to 80 fragrance-free water-based wipes. See how many diapers to buy before the birth.
- Monthly routine: a box of 700 to 960 lasts a month with a newborn and two to three months afterwards.
- Diaper bag and car: packs of 10 to 28, refilled from the big box.
- Nursery: many ask for a pack of 60 to 80 a week; a box is the cheap way to supply them.
Frequently asked questions
How much do Dodot wipes cost?
In our store, Dodot Bebé Aqua Pure 0% Plastic wipes cost €3.20 per pack of 48, about 7 cents per wipe.
Which is the cheapest wipe?
Per unit, Bambo Nature Basic Fragrance-Free in a box of 12x80, at about 3 cents per wipe.
Is it worth paying more for water-based wipes?
For newborns and sensitive skin, yes. For an older baby with no skin problems, a basic fragrance-free wipe does the same job.
How many wipes does a newborn use per month?
Between 600 and 800, which means 8 to 10 packs of 80 or one large box.
Do wipes have an expiry date?
Yes, usually 2 to 3 years unopened. A large box is not a problem; an opened pack should be used up within a few weeks so it does not dry out.
Summary
Compare the price per wipe, not the price of the pack: boxes of 700 to 960 units work out at 3 to 6 cents per wipe, single packs at 4 to 13 cents. Use water-based wipes where the skin needs them and basic fragrance-free wipes for everything else, buy by the box together with your diapers and close packs properly. To choose the right wipe, see our guide to the best baby wipes.
