95.5
Best for infants with cleft palate, tongue tie, or severe feeding difficulties.
- Infant-Paced One-Way Feeding Valves
- Clinically Proven Anti-Colic Vent System
- Comprehensive 15-Piece Starter Set
$45
Head to head · Feeding
Dr. Brown's Soothe Pro Baby Formula Powder vs Optimum (Enspire)
Ravvy scores Dr. Brown's Soothe Pro Baby Formula Powder at 93.43 and Optimum (Enspire) at 93.38. Dr. Brown's Soothe Pro Baby Formula Powder takes the overall pick, best for parents of colicky infants with frequent gas and fussiness.
Ravvy pick
93.4
$38
Buy this if your baby suffers from chronic gas or colic and you need a high-volume tub, though expect to pay a premium for the specialized probiotic blend.
Enfamil
Optimum (Enspire)
93.4
$47
Buy this if you want the most advanced immune-supporting ingredients available in a retail formula and are willing to pay a significant price premium for lactoferrin.
How they score
| Factor | Dr. Brown's Soothe Pro Baby Formula Powder | Optimum (Enspire) |
|---|---|---|
| Value | 84 | – |
| Mixability | 89 | – |
| Digestibility | 98 | 91 |
| Safety Standards | 96 | – |
| Nutritional Content | 95.5 | – |
| Value for Money | – | 72.5 |
| Preparation Ease | – | 89 |
| Ingredient Purity | – | 94 |
| Nutritional Density | – | 98.5 |
Dr. Brown's Soothe Pro Baby Formula Powder
What owners praise
- Contains probiotics for improved gut health
- Uses easy to digest comfort proteins
- Effective at reducing excessive crying from gas
- Large value size tub lasts longer
- GMO-free ingredients
What to know first
- Higher price point than basic formulas
- Contains soy and lactose allergens
- Foams slightly more than standard powders when shaken
Skip it if infants with a diagnosed severe milk protein allergy
Optimum (Enspire)
What owners praise
- Contains lactoferrin for advanced immune system support
- Dual prebiotic blend mimics human milk oligosaccharides
- Non-GMO ingredients with no artificial growth hormones
- Clinically proven DHA levels for brain development
- Easy-to-use reusable tub with scoop storage
What to know first
- Significantly more expensive than standard Enfamil varieties
- Standard cow milk base not suitable for lactose-intolerant infants
- Powder can sometimes clump if water is not the ideal temperature
Skip it if budget-conscious families or infants with diagnosed cow milk protein allergies
Specs side by side
| Spec | Dr. Brown's Soothe Pro Baby Formula Powder | Optimum (Enspire) |
|---|---|---|
| UPC | 050000494989 810131500047 | 300875117484 |
| ASIN | B07N8SH932 | B01ASIEJPA |
| GTIN | 050000494989 810131500047 | – |
| Size | 30.6 Count (Pack of 1) | 20.5 Count (Pack of 1) |
| Units | 30.6 Ounce | – |
| Item Form | Powder | Powder |
| Specialty | GMO-free | – |
| Brand Name | Good Start | Enfamil |
| Unit Count | 30.6 Ounce | 20.5 Ounce |
| Item Volume | 30.6 fluid ounces | – |
| Item Weight | 1.9 pounds | 1.3 pounds |
| Part Number | 1299292831 | 157401 |
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95.4
Best for parents seeking a scientifically advanced formula that closely mimics breast milk composition
- Exclusive 5-HMO Prebiotic Blend
- Whole-Baby Support Nutrition
- SNAP/EBT Eligible Purchase
$171
93.6
Best for occasional use, travel, and relieving engorgement between electric pumping sessions.
- 2-Phase Expression handle technology
- Soft-rimmed PersonalFit Flex breast shield
- BPA-free 5oz storage bottle included
$26