Best Travel Crib Reviews 2017

Travel cribs are now a dime a dozen out there, but the good thing is that there are still trusted brands that offer good quality products, and, what might be even better, there are also some that are noted for a combination of good quality and budget friendly prices.

A good travel crib can be bought anywhere from $109.99 to $299.95. Bear in mind that while “expensive” does not automatically translate to “top quality," a better quality product tends to cost more than a low quality product.

In the process of carrying out our research, we came across a number of cheap travel cribs, but they’re not featured in this review because we found that they weren’t worth your time and money. However, we’re confident that whatever product/brand you choose based on this review would give you good value for your money.

When you’re looking for the best travel crib for your baby, there are many things to take into account. There are all sorts of travel cribs out there with differing features. While you don’t expect one crib to have every possible feature, there are features that are more pertinent to you and your baby so you may want to note them so that you know what to look out for when you go shopping. Some of these important features are:

• Size of travel crib --Travel cribs ought to be space efficient and portable. It has to be compact enough to be folded, carried or stored in any luggage compartment
• Age range -- The crib has to be the right size and type for the age of the baby you’re buying it for
• Ease of cleaning and maintenance -- Check that it isn’t difficult to clean and maintain
• Versatility and adjustability -- It would be cost effective to get one that can be adjusted as your baby grows and can also be used as a play yard
• Ease of use -- It should be easy to set up and dismantle
• Sturdiness -- It should be strong enough so as not to tip over if the child leans on it
• Comfort -- It should be comfortable and cozy enough for the child
• Good ventilation -- It should be well ventilated so that baby can breathe well
• Safety -- It should be certified by one or two recognized safety regulatory bodies
• Shape and design -- This is important because it would contribute to the comfort and well being of the baby

In deciding which travel crib is best fitted for you and your baby, you need to consider different criteria, but safety and comfort are probably at the top of that list. The main thing about a travel crib knows that it's compact enough to be carried and doesn't weigh too much. It's necessary to examine the size both when it's assembled and when it's not so that you can find the one that’d easily fit into your hand luggage or suitcase, the one that’s convenient enough for your flight, train ride or road trip. You'd also have to ensure that when assembled, your baby can comfortably fit in it.

For those who travel a lot, it’d be a wise choice to buy a travel crib that's lightweight, so that the bulk of your baby gear won’t be too much. On the other hand, if you don’t travel often, and just need something for those times when you go visiting friends, or grandparents and family, then a portable travel crib would do just fine.

There are two main types of travel cribs: those that fold out just like a portable crib, and the ones that are shaped almost like a shell or form a cocoon around the child. Each one of them has its advantages. The ones that fold out like a portable crib are generally better, and this is because they provide more protection, and your little one won't be able to escape but the disadvantage is that they are a bit larger when packed and can weigh more. The ones that are shaped like a shell/cocoon are easy to fold up and carry, but they don’t provide the same level of protection as the first option. This is because the child may not be able to stand in it, but she may still be able to get out of it.

It's necessary to consider your child’s age, and how long you plan to use the crib. If you’re planning an extended trip or expedition, bear in mind that your child would grow during that time and you need to factor that into your choice. While some travel cribs are adequate for newborn babies, some are not; some would accommodate bigger toddlers and preschoolers, while others are too small.

For a toddler, you may want to consider a travel crib that’d allow the child to move around, while at the same time not allowing him/her to escape! For newborn babies, you need to look out for cribs that have a safety harness that’d help to hold the baby in place.

One other issue you may want to consider is how easy it is to set up and dismantle the crib. When you're always on the move, you don't want to spend too much time setting up and dismantling your baby crib. Even if you want to use it at home, you still don't want to get one that’d be tricky to set up, even if you may have more time to figure out how to do it right.