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Lotus Travel Crib and Portable Baby Playard

LOVE: 180 NEUTRAL: 35
REGRET: 5 WANT: 320

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Lotus Travel Crib and Portable Baby Playard

Megan S.

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This super lightweight, easy-to-set-up (just 15 seconds!) travel crib actually folds small enough to fit in the overhead compartment of an airplane, and it’s got backpack straps so you can tote it wherever you go. It converts to a rocking bassinet so perfect for at-home use from the earliest days, and it’s side-zip means it also can be used as a play area for an older toddler.

The Catch: Parents complained about the excessive amount of velcro tabs needed to secure the mattress.

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LOVE: 180 NEUTRAL: 35
REGRET: 5 WANT: 320

  • Sets up super quick, weighs hardly anything AND I use the rocking bassinet conversion in our room before baby gets moved to crib once they get too big. It travels everywhere with us. Jan 12, 2019

  • So lightweight compared to a pack and play, and since the bag doubles as a backpack it’s much easier to travel with. Only cons: special size sheets and the mattress can’t be tilted for reflux babies. Jan 03, 2019

    • Molly B.

    • United States of America

    We bought this used. It is SO much easier to travel with than a normal pack n play. Two "issues": velcroing the mat down and the height of the putting the baby in from the top if you are petite. Jan 02, 2019

  • This is a fantastic travel crib. Easy to setup and pack back up. Love the ability to have the side open for our little one to crawl in and out when playing. Jan 02, 2019

  • Love how easy set up and take down are with this travel crib. Not to mention they don't use unsafe chemicals to treat the fabric. Dec 28, 2018

  • So lightweight and easy to put together. Dec 14, 2018

    • Sarah D.

    • Fort Mill, South Carolina

    We are currently using the bassinet as her main sleep space. So easy to set up and move around! She sleeps great in it. Dec 11, 2018

  • A must have. Small/ light enough to fit in a suitcase, the flat sleep surface is comfortable for baby, sets up quickly, and the zipper is great for grandma and grandpa or laying with a fussy baby. Nov 16, 2018

    • Shira S.

    • Washington, District of Columbia

    We use this as our main crib. There’s no weight limit since the mattress is on the floor. I also love the opening – convenient for soothing/lying next to baby (lifesaver when sleep training). Nov 05, 2018

    • Katie W.

    • Farmington Hills, Michigan

    Lightweight and easy to set up and takedown. Great for travel. Oct 27, 2018

  • Easily set up and packed down and the entire fabric is removable and washable. Small enough to be used as a carry on. PERFECT for travel. The mattress is a little more plush than I expected as well. Oct 12, 2018

  • Pros- wonderful to travel with, packs up small, lightweight, big enough to lay in there with baby if needed, non toxic, washable. Cons- sits on the floor, not easy to pack up, thin mattress. Sep 27, 2018

  • Soooooo good. Portable, actually easy to set up and take down. Our kid slept in it from 7- 11 months. Sep 12, 2018

  • I really love the bassinet feature but hate that the full size crib puts her directly on the ground. I wish it was elevated somewhat. Aug 28, 2018

    • Tanya N.

    • El Cerrito, California

    My son is 17 months and we still use it on a daily basis. He likes cuddling in there with his stuffed animals and books. It’s the perfect size for travel too! Aug 19, 2018

  • I love this portable crib. It is so much lighter than others and easy to fold up and carry. The zip side is great for breastfeeding moms to lay next to baby and get baby to sleep. Aug 13, 2018

  • We love this product. It is so simple to put together and my little one seems to enjoy being in here. The side zip is a nice bonus feature. Aug 10, 2018

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  • This is one of my top baby product recommendations. It fits as a carryon! And has backpack straps! I love this. Nov 30, 2018

    • Anne F.

    • Los Angeles, California

    Goes up and down so easily. Easy to carry. Forget the others, just buy this. Oct 26, 2018

  • Great for travel. LO sleeps very well in it. It folds up small, and has a case with handle. It's easy to open up and collapse. Aug 29, 2018

    • Talor S.

    • Shelby Township, Michigan

    Our daughter sleeps so well in her Lotus Crib! Its so easy to set up and travels well. The zip door makes it great for playtime as well! We'll be able to use it for a long time since it has no limit! May 12, 2018

  • This is in my top 5 musts! I don’t personally own one (I’ve been borrowing from a friend), but will need to purchase one as soon as she wants it back. So light, easy to set up, and perfect for travel Feb 15, 2018

  • Love this! Use I it weekly for naps and nighttime at his grandparents' house. Folds up into a lightweight backpack for travel. The crib sheet is a little bit annoying to attach but no big deal! Feb 04, 2018

    • Shay O.

    • Longmont, Colorado

    LOVE this for my toddler - the zip side means I don't have to lift her in and out - would have been handy for soothing/nursing to sleep when she was younger too! Love that the carry case has straps! Jan 27, 2018

  • We just got this for traveling. This is the easiest pack and play to take on trips. It is so light weight but still a great size for our big 1.5 year old. Wish we got it sooner. Dec 09, 2017

  • This crib is lightweight and easy to set up. We've taken this on so many trips and the backpack feature has made carrying multiple items a breeze. A definite must-have! Nov 03, 2017

  • So easy to set up and break it down. Must have for traveling, for both overseas and short weekend trips alike. My son sleeps 12 hours a night in it even at 12 months! Oct 11, 2017

  • This is a great travel pack and play! It folds up so small you can easily pack it in your car or carry on an airplane. It is lightweight and super easy to set up Oct 03, 2017

  • Light and super portable. Also great for short people since it sits on the ground (less distance to lay baby down) AND the side zips open. Sep 21, 2017

  • Hands down our FAVORITE baby item. So easy to use. The mattress on the ground and the zippered door are game changers. We bring it on trips, to the beach, pool, everywhere. I'd choose it over a crib. Jul 11, 2017

    • Amy S.

    • San Ramon, California

    I didn't like this at all. Husband bought this for me, so we could take when I travelled with baby. Baby doesn't like it. Jun 20, 2017

  • After looking for alternatives to a pack & play we discovered this travel crib. It is very light and portable so perfect while you are traveling or just looking for something to move from room to room Jun 10, 2017

    • Laura S.

    • United States of America

    Best pack n play you can get. So lightheaded and portable and folds up so small! Must have! Jan 21, 2017

  • This is my favorite baby product ever. I've taken it all over Europe twice. It's lightweight, easy to set up and put away, sturdy, long lasting, and my kids like it. Oct 05, 2016

  • We have traveled everywhere with this. The best feature is the zip opening. With my oldest, I use to lay down next to him until he fell asleep, then I would sneak out, w/ him enclosed, safe & sound. Sep 26, 2016

  • This is amazing if you travel a lot. You can easily fit it in an overhead bin when folded up. My toddler also loves the zippered side. He uses it as a play fort when not napping in it. Jul 07, 2016

  • Pretty easy to setup. Perfect for cosleeping babies or those who nurse/rock to sleep. The mat on the floor and side zip are super convenient. Jun 08, 2016

  • We've used this for camping trips and traveling. Absolutely love it. Lightweight and folds/unfolds easily. It's longer but skinnier than other travel play yards. We also bought the bassinet conversion Apr 15, 2016

  • If you need an on the go solution or an at home solution for baby this is it. This is absolutely gorgeous, easy to setup and functional. Must have. Jan 31, 2016

  • Love this super lightweight play yard. We use this when we have limited space in the car and when we are flying. I love that it can be worn as a backpack! Jan 04, 2016

    • Kay L.

    • Ann Arbor, Michigan

    So easy to transport and set up - worth it if you travel a lot Oct 17, 2015

    • Laura H.

    • United States of America

    I love this play yard. A million times better and more comfortable than Graco. Super easy to set up and travel with. Get the padded sheet for extra comfort. Baby has no problem sleeping here! Jun 24, 2015

    • Kelly M.

    • United States of America

    Very lightweight, and it took me about 90 seconds to set up, without reading the instruction. This fits in our checked luggage bag, or is small enough to use as your carryon. A must have to travel Mar 19, 2015

  • Light, very portable, very easy to set up. Oct 17, 2014

  • This is the best, so lights easy to set up and undo and best of all- it isn't an eyesore! :D do be warned though that normal pack n play sheets don't fit it, it's slightly bigger than normal ones Oct 07, 2014

  • Lightweight and super easy to use. Works great. Oct 04, 2014

  • Lightweight, backpack straps, easy access from side to nurse back to sleep without picking up!! Sep 29, 2014

  • I like this a lot, but once baby is out of the lotus bassinet it is difficult to put him all the way on the ground in this. It will be great when he is older, but I got the Nuna for travel now. Jul 29, 2014

  • I LOVE this travel crib!! Unfolds and folds up quickly and easily, incredibly light, and is carry-on sized if you need to take it on a plane. We use daily for our nanny share. Feb 22, 2014

  • I bought this in place of a pack and play and I'm so glad I did. It's amazing! So easy to set up and take down, fits in our big suitcase for air travel/or can be carryon, and is great for toddlers. Feb 16, 2014

More Parents' Reviews

  • Sets up super quick, weighs hardly anything AND I use the rocking bassinet conversion in our room before baby gets moved to crib once they get too big. It travels everywhere with us. Jan 12, 2019

  • So lightweight compared to a pack and play, and since the bag doubles as a backpack it’s much easier to travel with. Only cons: special size sheets and the mattress can’t be tilted for reflux babies. Jan 03, 2019

    • Molly B.

    • United States of America

    We bought this used. It is SO much easier to travel with than a normal pack n play. Two "issues": velcroing the mat down and the height of the putting the baby in from the top if you are petite. Jan 02, 2019

  • This is a fantastic travel crib. Easy to setup and pack back up. Love the ability to have the side open for our little one to crawl in and out when playing. Jan 02, 2019

  • Love how easy set up and take down are with this travel crib. Not to mention they don't use unsafe chemicals to treat the fabric. Dec 28, 2018

  • So lightweight and easy to put together. Dec 14, 2018

    • Sarah D.

    • Fort Mill, South Carolina

    We are currently using the bassinet as her main sleep space. So easy to set up and move around! She sleeps great in it. Dec 11, 2018

  • A must have. Small/ light enough to fit in a suitcase, the flat sleep surface is comfortable for baby, sets up quickly, and the zipper is great for grandma and grandpa or laying with a fussy baby. Nov 16, 2018

    • Shira S.

    • Washington, District of Columbia

    We use this as our main crib. There’s no weight limit since the mattress is on the floor. I also love the opening – convenient for soothing/lying next to baby (lifesaver when sleep training). Nov 05, 2018

    • Katie W.

    • Farmington Hills, Michigan

    Lightweight and easy to set up and takedown. Great for travel. Oct 27, 2018

  • Easily set up and packed down and the entire fabric is removable and washable. Small enough to be used as a carry on. PERFECT for travel. The mattress is a little more plush than I expected as well. Oct 12, 2018

  • Pros- wonderful to travel with, packs up small, lightweight, big enough to lay in there with baby if needed, non toxic, washable. Cons- sits on the floor, not easy to pack up, thin mattress. Sep 27, 2018

  • Soooooo good. Portable, actually easy to set up and take down. Our kid slept in it from 7- 11 months. Sep 12, 2018

  • I really love the bassinet feature but hate that the full size crib puts her directly on the ground. I wish it was elevated somewhat. Aug 28, 2018

    • Tanya N.

    • El Cerrito, California

    My son is 17 months and we still use it on a daily basis. He likes cuddling in there with his stuffed animals and books. It’s the perfect size for travel too! Aug 19, 2018

  • I love this portable crib. It is so much lighter than others and easy to fold up and carry. The zip side is great for breastfeeding moms to lay next to baby and get baby to sleep. Aug 13, 2018

  • We love this product. It is so simple to put together and my little one seems to enjoy being in here. The side zip is a nice bonus feature. Aug 10, 2018

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  • Q: I would like to be able to move this between rooms and also between floors of the house. Will it fit through doorways? Thank you!

    asked by Nina D. - Mar 19, 2014

  • It might take some maneuvering. The good thing is it's really light, but the mattress takes a little time to Velcro to the base, which you wouldn't want to have to do often. I would suggest checking the measurements against your doors to be sure.

    Roslyn L. - Mar 19, 2014

  • Yes, absolutely. It folds in seconds and is very light weight!

    Iris C. - Mar 19, 2014

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