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BabyBjörn
BabyBjörn Travel Cot Light - Black (Mesh)
BabiesPicks rating
7.8/ 10
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About the product
Overview
A mesh-sided travel cot from Swedish brand BabyBjörn that comes with a mattress and a carry bag and opens and folds without loose parts to attach. BabyBjörn says it suits children from newborn to about 3 years, or until the child can climb out.
Key features
- Lightweight: about 6 kg including the carry bag, according to the manufacturer.
- Quick setup: the legs unfold automatically and the mattress goes in; BabyGearLab measured an average setup of about one and a half minutes.
- Comfortable mattress for a travel cot: BabyGearLab called it the most comfortable in its tests, and its built-in base keeps the cot steady on the floor.
- Mesh sides: let you see the baby and allow airflow.
- Certified textiles: OEKO-TEX Standard 100, Class I for baby products, according to BabyBjörn.
Who it suits
- Families who travel or stay overnight away from home often and want a cot that is easy to carry and set up.
- Anyone who wants a second sleep space at grandparents' or in another room that is easy to move.
Limitations
- It is expensive compared with other travel cots, which BabyGearLab also noted.
- The carry bag has no shoulder strap and is fairly wide, so it can be awkward over longer distances.
- The fairly low sides make placing and lifting the baby a little harder, per BabyGearLab.
- No sheet is included; the fitted sheet is sold separately.
- It must only be used with the original mattress and base, as the owner's manual states.
Care
- The textiles are removable and washable per the product description; follow the care label and manual.
- Store it folded in its bag when not in use.
Why this rating?
BabyGearLab named it the best overall travel crib with a score of 83/100 for easy setup, low weight and a comfortable mattress, Forbes Vetted rated it the easiest to set up and use, and it holds 4.8 out of 5 on Amazon.sa. BabyBjörn states it complies with EN 716. The main drawback is the high local price, plus a carry bag with no shoulder strap. This verdict is based on published reviews and shopper ratings; we did not test it ourselves.
A good fit if
- If you travel or stay away from home often enough to justify the price
- Always use it with the original mattress only, and stop once your child can climb out
Product strengths
- Opens and folds quickly with no loose parts
- Light and easy to move at home or take travelling
- Comfortable mattress compared with other travel cots
- Mesh sides let you see the baby
- Folds compactly into its bag
Before you buy
- Expensive compared with alternatives
- Carry bag has no shoulder strap and can be awkward over distance
- Low sides make placing and lifting the baby a bit harder
- Fitted sheet sold separately
Product specifications
- Suitable age
- Newborn to about 3 years, or until the child can climb out (per manufacturer)
- Weight
- 6 kg including carry bag
- Assembled dimensions
- 82 × 112 × 64 cm
- Folded in bag
- 49 × 60 × 14 cm
- Mattress size
- 60 × 105 × 3 cm
- Materials
- Cot fabric 100% polyester, polyether foam mattress, painted steel frame
- In the box
- Travel cot, mattress, carry bag
- Standards and certifications
- Complies with EN 716 for folding cots; OEKO-TEX Standard 100 Class I textiles (per manufacturer)
- Article number
- 040280 (Black, mesh)
- Colour
- Black