The best portable cribs for traveling with your infant or toddler.
Whether you’re heading out on a longer trip or simply spending a weekend away, traveling with a kidlet requires preparation. You not only have to pack all your baby’s essentials, but you also have to make sure your little one has a comfortable place to sleep and play. That means carrying a crib, or a bassinet, if you have a newborn.
Sturdiness and quality are, of course, important, along with size, especially if you’re traveling by plane or train. You’ll want something that is relatively easy to set up and, when folded, can be carried in its own bag. (Bonus points if the bag fits in a plane’s overhead compartment).
Here’s a round-up of thirteen of the most highly rated travel/portable cribs and bassinets:
Brica Fold N’ Go Travel Bassinet ($40)
Weighing less than three pounds, the Brica sets up in seconds. It sports mesh sides and a water-resistant mattress pad.
Babybjorn Light Travel Crib ($285)
The Babybjorn crib weighs 13 pounds. Unfold it, place the mattress inside, and your baby has a safe and comfortable place to nap. Comes with a compact carrying case.
Graco Travel Lite Crib with Stages ($149)
The best thing about this crib is it will grow with your baby, thanks to its height-adjustable bassinet. It also features wheels, mesh sides, and a canopy with toys.
Guava Lotus Travel Crib ($209)
Compact and easy to carry (it comes with its own backpack carry case), this travel crib is also fast to set up and weighs only 13 pounds. Its four sides are made from breathable mesh and the included thick insulated foam mattress pad comes with a waterproof cover.
phil&teds Traveller Crib ($150)
This crib weighs only six pounds and comes in a compact bag you can stow in most overhead compartments. The sides are made from mesh with easy to open and close zippers for quick access to baby.
4moms Breeze Plus Portable Playard With Removable Bassinet and Changing Station ($300)
Setting up and closing this portable crib is a breeze; you can do it one-handed! If you’re a new parent, simply attach the removable bassinet to the top. A removable change table is also included. The sides are made from sturdy mesh and the crib comes with a comfy mattress.
Fisher-Price On-the-Go Baby Dome ($50)
This dome weighs less than seven pounds. Tt folds flat and comes with a pair of handles, making it easy to carry. It features two removable toys, a soft pad, and a canopy to protect your little one from bugs. Suitable for babies up to 20 pounds.
KidCo Peapod Plus Travel Bed ($88)
At just four pounds, this foldable travel bed is so lightweight and compact you can pack it in a suitcase. It’s made from durable mesh and UV-rated fabric, so it’s perfect for a trip to the beach or baby’s first camping adventure.
Chicco LullaGo Portable Bassinet ($100)
Easy to assemble, this bassinet is a great travel option for new parents. It comes with a machine-washable padded mattress and a storage pocket for your baby’s essentials and toys. Good for babies up to 20 pounds.
MiClassic All Mesh 2in1 Stationary & Rock Bassinet One-Second Fold Travel Crib ($85)
This portable bassinet weighs less than 20 pounds and folds into a compact carry bag. Its rock mode will soothe your baby to sleep so you don’t have to! The mesh construction makes sure your baby can see you at all times, and vice versa.
Baby Delight Snuggle Nest Harmony Baby Bed ($60)
If you practice co-sleeping, this compact foldable baby bed is a great travel choice. The integrated sound and light unit will calm your little one in no time, and when naptime is over, this bed folds into a carry bag the size of a regular tote.
Joovy New Room2 Portable Playard ($140)
This roomy crib measures 10 square feet; perfect for twins to sleep and play in. It has large mesh sides, a soft padded mattress, and two wheels that help you move it around.
ElanBambino Travel Crib ($125)
At 12 pounds, this portable playard is the perfect lightweight solution for families on the go. The crib has a sturdy metal frame and mesh sides with a zippered “front door.” It comes with three hanging toys, a removable insect net, and a canopy to shield baby from the sun.
Twist’s Take: These are the best travel cribs and bassinets; pick the one that best meets your needs.
