Pros:
- It’s super easy to build.
- All the parts for crib are shipped together.
- It’s an incredibly durable frame made of beautiful handcrafted wood.
Cons
- The full-size crib mattress ships separately.
Specs:
- Colors Available: Walnut, natural wood
- Materials: Crib base, legs and top rail, sustainably harvested solid Brazilian pine in a walnut stain. Steel spindles and the mattress support is made of eco-engineered wood
- Warranty Policies: 60-day free trial, 18-year limited warranty
- Assembly Needed: Yes
Buy this if…you’re in it for the long-haul. This option comes with a toddler conversion kit (so there’s no need to track one down separately), and the brand’s generous policy includes an 18-year limited warranty.
How we reviewed our convertible cribs and why you should trust us
Our crib testers included a number of editors and contributors, all recently minted
parents of infants. We asked them to choose their top convertible crib picks and rank each one based on a number of key shopping, safety, setup and decor factors. They were tasked with grading each crib’s delivery and setup, and evaluating the pros and cons of each item—assessing factors like assembly, ease of use, product design and overall aesthetic.
Our hunt for the best convertible cribs had our reviews paying attention to these essential elements:
- Selection: Why did you choose this crib? Style, substance, and safety all count!
- Delivery and assembly: Were delivery and set-up a pain, a cinch, or something in between?
- Pros and cons: What did you like, and dislike, most about the crib—particularly now that it’s being used in your home? Were there any standout qualities?
Our editors and contributors experienced each aspect of the crib-buying process: they shopped for, organized delivery, and assembled their cribs themselves. Most importantly, they used these convertible cribs with their families in their own homes—making for a reliable, parent-approved test, from the initial “add to cart” click to everyday use.
How to Choose the Best Convertible Crib
Choosing the best crib can be overwhelming. There are so many options out there, and it can be difficult to determine which is best for your baby and your own personal preferences. We chatted with a few experts on the factors you should consider, and also about the different types of cribs you might want to purchase.
Safety first
By six months, most babies are clocking up to 16 hours of sleep a day. Given that your little one is spending about two thirds of their time in their crib, you’re going to want to make sure that yours meets or exceeds all the safety standards that the American Academy of Pediatrics as well as the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) target for preventing SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome). Refer to their sites to learn the nitty-gritty, but be sure to consider the following guidelines to start.
