The OXO Tot Potty Chair meets
the BabyBjorn Smart Potty
Simple two-piece design that empties cleanly, stays put on the floor, and fits toddlers of most sizes. We tested it head-to-head against the BabyBjorn Smart Potty ($26.99) across 6 key dimensions.
OXO Tot Potty Chair
“Simple two-piece design that empties cleanly, stays put on the floor, and fits toddlers of most sizes”
BabyBjorn Smart Potty
“Compact, deep-bowl potty that packs under a sink, travels in a diaper bag, and costs $27”
Head-to-Head Breakdown
Strengths & Weaknesses
OXO Tot Potty Chair
- BabyGearLab named it best overall out of 9 potties tested with a 75/100 score and 9.0/10 for kid ease of use
- Two-piece design with carry handle means a toddler can bring it to any room and a parent can empty it in seconds
- High backrest supports proper posture during long sits; non-slip base holds position on hardwood, tile, and carpet
- Splash guard sits low, so toddlers who lean backward or shift during use can cause spills; BabyGearLab noted this specifically
- Larger footprint than toilet-seat reducers; does not fold or collapse for travel
- Does not double as a step stool or toilet-seat reducer, so families may still need a second product for toilet training on the big toilet
BabyBjorn Smart Potty
- BabyGearLab's best value pick at $27 with 73/100 overall; 19 oz weight and compact 10x13 inch footprint means it fits under a sink or in a travel bag
- Deep bowl design provides better splash protection than many competitors, including the more expensive OXO; removable inner potty pops out for one-handed emptying
- BPA-free and PVC-free construction with a 2-year BabyBjorn guarantee; the brand has made childcare products since 1961 with a clean safety record
- No backrest, which matters during long sits for toddlers still building core strength; BabyGearLab scored comfort lower than the OXO for this reason
- Compact size is a tradeoff for larger toddlers (30+ months); BabyGearLab explicitly notes it 'may be too small for older or larger toddlers'
- Does not convert to a step stool or toilet-seat reducer; a family will likely need a separate seat reducer when transitioning to the adult toilet
The Verdict
Our Bottom Line
BabyGearLab put nine potty chairs through extended real-world testing in homes with active toddlers and named the OXO Tot the best overall with a 75/100 score and 9.0/10 for child ease of use, the highest in the group. Those numbers reflect something specific: toddlers can use it without calling for help. The carry handle means a two-year-old can move it from the living room to the bathroom. The two-piece design means a parent empties it in one step. No parts to fumble with, no mechanisms that slow the process down when a toddler is insisting on going now.
OXO Tot Potty Chair
BabyGearLab put nine potty chairs through extended real-world testing in homes with active toddlers and named the OXO Tot the best overall with a 75/100 score and 9.0/10 for child ease of use, the highest in the group. Those numbers reflect something specific: toddlers can use it without calling for help. The carry handle means a two-year-old can move it from the living room to the bathroom. The two-piece design means a parent empties it in one step. No parts to fumble with, no mechanisms that slow the process down when a toddler is insisting on going now.
- Your toddler is between 18 months and 4 years and you want a single potty chair that will fit them for the full training window
- You want the toddler to use the potty chair without calling for adult help; the carry handle and stable base make independent use possible
- Floor accidents from a low splash guard are acceptable trade-offs for a chair that is easy to empty and hard to knock over
- You are not planning to travel with the potty; the OXO is a home unit, not a travel one
BabyBjorn Smart Potty
The BabyBjorn Smart Potty costs $26.99 and BabyGearLab named it the best budget pick with a 73/100 overall score, second only to the OXO. The two-point gap between them comes down to size and the missing backrest, not quality or durability. For parents of a younger toddler (18-24 months) who does not yet need a full-size chair, the Smart Potty is the right tool.
- Your toddler is under 2 and you want to start training with a compact portable option before committing to a larger chair
- Portability matters: the Smart Potty packs under a sink or in a diaper bag, and at 19 oz it is easy to bring to grandparents' house or a vacation rental
- Deep bowl splash control is a priority; BabyGearLab found it outperforms the OXO on keeping liquid contained
- Your bathroom is small and floor space is a constraint; the Smart Potty's footprint is significantly smaller than the OXO