Below is some helpful information explaining how the Formula Pro Advanced is designed to prepare bottles that are accurate, consistent, and hygienic. It also highlights why using the machine can reduce common errors that can sometimes happen when formula is prepared by hand.
What setting do I need?
The setting you use depends on the formula you’re feeding your baby. Before using the machine for the first time, you’ll need to find the correct setting for your specific formula. You can look this up on the Baby Brezza website here.
Each formula is individually tested to make sure the machine prepares bottles using the exact water-to-formula ratio recommended on the packaging. The Formula Pro Advanced will never dispense less formula than the manufacturer’s guidelines. However, in some cases, it may dispense up to 1g extra to allow for natural settling of the powder in the container.
Once you enter the correct setting, the machine is fully calibrated and knows exactly how much formula to dispense, whether you select 90ml or 210ml of water for example.
You do not need to change the formula setting if you increase the amount you’re feeding your baby. The setting only needs to be updated when you switch formulas, such as moving from infant milk to follow-on milk or changing brands.
If your formula hasn’t been tested yet, you can follow the steps here and reach out to Customer Support, who’ll be happy to help further!
Why is the formula above the line on my bottles?
You may notice that the final level in the bottle is higher than the amount of water selected. This is normal and happens because the added formula powder increases the total volume and density. For example, 120ml of water plus formula powder will typically result in around 135ml in the bottle, depending on the type of formula used.
If you wish to check the Formula Pro Advanced is dispensing the correct amount of water you can do this by running the “water only” function and weighing the water as shown in this video tutorial (1ml of water will weigh 1g).
There is a tolerance of water level, as long as the water weight falls within the ranges below for the amount dispensed, your machine is working as it should.
ml selected = final yield
60ml = 57.3 - 60.9ml
90ml = 86ml - 91.4ml
120ml = 114.8ml - 121.8ml
150ml = 143.5ml - 152.3ml
180ml = 172.1ml - 182.7ml
210ml = 200.8ml - 213.2ml
240ml = 229.5ml - 243.7ml
270ml = 258.2ml - 274.2ml
300ml = 286.5ml - 304.6ml
Why do my bottles look watery?
The most common reasons for bottles to appear “watery” are as follows;
- The incorrect formula setting has been selected,
- The formula level in the powder container has dropped below the MIN line
- The funnel and underside of the powder container aren’t being cleaned every four bottles as recommended.
When any of these occur, the machine may not dispense the correct amount of formula. In particular, skipping regular cleaning can cause formula build-up, which may restrict the opening where the powder flows into the mixing funnel and result in less formula being dispensed.
Formula Pro Advanced vs Hand Scooping
The Formula Pro Advanced is more accurate, consistent, and hygienic than hand-scooping formula, for a few key reasons:
- Each formula brand and type has its own specific setting. This ensures the machine dispenses the correct formula-to-water ratio as specified on the formula tin (based on the required amount of formula by weight per 60ml of water).
- When formula is scooped by hand, there’s much more room for error, which can unintentionally result in using too much or too little formula. This can happen for several reasons:
- Scoops are rarely perfectly level or identical. One scoop may contain slightly more formula, another slightly less, and some powder can be spilled when transferring it to the bottle.
- A scoop measures formula by volume, not weight, so it’s only an approximation of the amount needed per 60ml of water.
- Formula density can vary. Powder near the top of a newly opened tin is often lighter and fluffier, while powder at the bottom is more compact and dense—meaning the same scoop can weigh different amounts.
- Bottle measurement markings may not always be completely accurate, which can affect the final ratio.
Since the Formula Pro Advanced uses a specified setting for each formula, it dispenses the same amount of formula every time, helping ensure consistent bottles.
NOTE: Since formula powders can vary in density, the Formula Pro Advanced allows for a tolerance of up to 1g above the gram weight per 60ml of water specified on the formula tin.
The Formula Pro Advanced is also more hygienic as formula is stored in an airtight container, reducing exposure to germs. With hand scooping, there’s a higher chance of transferring germs into the powder when reaching into the tin or handling the scoop.
