What are the best baby cribs of 2023?

One of the biggest and most important investments when you welcome a new addition to the family is the baby crib.

That being said we do know that finding the best baby crib (and above all right one for your needs) is not an easy endeavor. That’s why we rounded up the 10 best baby cribs for 2023 and reviewed them here.

If you’re interested in bassinets, strollers, or travel systems you can find our picks in our buying guides.

Are you a petite or short mom struggling with the “traditional” cribs? We’ve made a selection of the best cribs for short moms in 2023.

The top 10 baby cribs of 2023

1. Babyletto Hudson 3-in-1 Convertible Crib
2. Graco Benton 4-in-1 Convertible Crib
3. DaVinci Kalani 4-in-1 Convertible Crib
4. DaVinci Jenny Lind 3-in-1 Convertible Portable Crib
5. Dream On Me, Carson Classic 3 in 1 Convertible Crib
6. Delta Children Emery 4-in-1 Convertible Crib
7. Serta Barrett 4-in-1 Convertible Crib
8. Delta Children Bentley S Series 4-in-1 Convertible Crib
9. Graco Solano 4-in-1 Convertible Crib with Drawer
10. DaVinci Charlie 4-in-1 Convertible Crib

1) Babyletto Hudson 3-in-1 Convertible Crib

The award of the best baby crib for 2023 goes to Babyletto Hudson 3 in 1 convertible crib.

This is hands down the best baby crib in 2020 featuring a mid-century modern style with a 3 in 1 convertibility – quickly change from crib to a daybed or a toddler bed and maximize the life of your baby crib as your baby grows.

Another nice attention to detail is that you can adjust your baby mattress to one of the three different height settings available to follow your baby’s growth.

Babyletto is committed to ensuring a safe environment for your baby and that’s why all their baby products hold the GREENGUARD gold certification. All the materials used and finishes are non-toxic and free from harmful chemicals so you can rest assured that you baby is safe. The crib also meets ASTM (International) & CPSC (US) safety standards.

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2) Graco Benton 4-in-1 Convertible Crib

The Graco Benton 4 in 1 convertible crib is an excellent all around choice for a baby crib in 2023.

Featuring a 4 in 1 functionality the crib can change between the following modes:

• Crib
• Toddler bed
• Daybed
• Full-size bed with headboard

Additionally it offers a three-position mattress height adjustment ensures convenience and safety.

Graco Benton’s strongest point is its excellent convertibility which enables it to become a full sized bead with a headboard. This way your baby won’t outgrow it until many years later!

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3) DaVinci Kalani 4-in-1 Convertible Crib

When it comes to baby cribs, the Kalani 4 in 1 convertible is one of the all time classics. With a “Greenguard Gold Certification” you’ll ensure that your new baby crib is safe for your baby and that it has been tested for over 10,000 chemicals.

Much like the Graco Benton 4 in 1, so can the Kalani Convertible Crib change from a crib to a toddler bed to daybed all the way to a full size bed with a headboard.

We think that baby cribs with a full size bed option is the best choice and will ensure a much longer lifespan as it will “grow” with your baby.

The Kalani 4 in 1 convertible crib boasts a classic design with a sturdy construction and world-class engineering.

All in all we can’t really fault the Kalani 4 in 1, except for its design which might not blend in seamlessly in a more modern space.

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4) DaVinci Jenny Lind 3-in-1 Convertible Portable Crib

DaVinci is a very experienced manufacturer of baby cribs with years of experience backing up their product offering. They always boast a high quality construction and excellent features.

Their Jenny Lind convertible crib is no exception. Offering a 3 in 1 functionality and a vintage, timeless design with its spindle details it will become a great addition to any nursery.

The built-in wheels add a great touch of mobility making this an ideal baby crib if you want to easily and quickly move it from one room to another to keep your baby with you while it sleeps.

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5) Dream On Me, Carson Classic 3 in 1 Convertible Crib

The Dream on Me Carson Classic 3 in 1 convertible crib is a solid addition to any nursery. Offering three different modes, you can easily and quickly change between a baby crib, a toddler day bed and a kid bed.

Compared with the other options the Dream on Me crib offers superior convertibility as your kid grows older as it’s one of the very few convertible cribs that can become a full kids’ bed meaning you can keep using it for several years after your child outgrows the toddler bed.

It offers safety locking wheels and a 3 level mattress support for added convenience. The main downside (which some parents can’t overlook if they want to keep the crib next to their bed) is that the side can’t drop down for easy access.

If you’re looking for a solid baby crib with excellent safety rating and you don’t mind the non-drop side and the 3 in 1 mode, then the Dream on Me Carson Classic is a very appealing option.

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6) Delta Children Emery 4-in-1 Convertible Crib

The Delta Children Emery Convertible Crib is one of the most versatile crib in our top 10 cribs selection.Its strong point is that it comes in two variants: 4 in 1 and 6 in 1.

The convertible modes aside, the Delta Children Emery is also JPMA certified which means that it meets and exceeds all safety standards set by CPSC & ATSM. It’s very easy to assemble although you should note that the toddler guardrail and the full size metal bed frame are sold separately (which is the norm).

Realistically, this isn’t a problem as it will be years before you’ll need to use the full size metal bed frame and in terms of value for money, the Delta Children Emery convertible crib can’t be beat. It’s worth paying something extra to get the toddler guardrail and the full metal bed frame later on once you need them.

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7) Serta Barrett 4-in-1 Convertible Crib

Another good all-around baby crib. The Serta Barrett 4 in 1 convertible crib offers the usual features – convertible design with 4 different modes (baby crib, toddler bed, daybed, full size bed) and 4 position mattress support.

It’s sturdily built from wood and is JPMA certified meaning you won’t have to worry about dangerous chemicals or substances in the paint and finishing. You can easily assemble it in under an hour and it’s also compatible with the 0080 toddler guardrail by Delta so if you have one from an older crib, a friend or a family member, you can easily attach it to this one and save some money.

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8) Delta Children Bentley S Series 4-in-1 Convertible Crib

Another product from Delta, the Bentley S Series is the more expensive in their baby crib line and certainly offers some good features for the price.

This is our second baby crib that offers a 4 in 1 variant which means that you’ll save more money in the long run if you opt for the 4 in 1 version.

The only downside is that the design might feel a little “outdated” to some, especially if you prefer a more modern approach. That being said, The Delta Bentley S comes in 6 different colors so you shouldn’t have a problem finding the right one for the nursery.

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9) Graco Solano 4-in-1 Convertible Crib with Drawer

The Graco Solano 1 in 1 Convertible Crib provides a unique feature that no other crib in our top 10 selection does – a storage drawer. Even though this can seem small in the grand scheme it’s a great little feature to have. Storage space in the nursery can be scarce especially if you’re leaving in a smaller apartment.

As such, a little bit of extra storage space can go a long way. you can even store a different mattress and duvets for the winter in it for easy access.

Please note that Graco offers their best selling baby crib with a changer as well, something that can prove quite useful and convenient.

This variant is around $50 more expensive but it comes with an attached changer which can save you time and money if you had opted to buy a separate changer.

Being attached to the baby crib ensures that it will stay in place and you can quickly and conveniently change your baby every time they need it. The Graco Solano is truly an all-in-one solution that can complete your nursery.

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10) DaVinci Charlie 4-in-1 Convertible Crib

The third and final entry from DaVinci in our top 10 selection of baby cribs in 2023. No surprise there as DaVinci has over 25 years of experience in the industry and offers some of the best baby cribs in the market.

The DaVinci Charlie 4 in 1 Convertible Crib is no exception. It offers 4 different modes (baby crib, toddler bed, daybed, full size bed), 4 adjustable mattress heights and it’s Greenguard certified.

There aren’t any cons per se but we can’t confidently say that it’s a much superior option compared to the other top baby cribs. That being said you won’t go wrong if you opt for the Charlie 4 in 1.

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Best baby cribs summed up

We hope that after reading our roundup of the top convertible baby cribs of 2023 you found the right one for you.

Every single baby crib we chose is certified and meets all the market safety standards. They all guarantee your baby’s comfort, safety and give you peace of mind knowing that you can use them for years to come.

It all comes down to your preference, your needs, the features you consider more important and the design of the cribs.

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Sandra McNeil, PhD.

Sandra has over 13 years of experience as a child psychologist, both as a practitioner and researcher. She has a Bachelor's in child psychology from the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor and then she did her master's in Psychology in Education (focused on Children & Families) at Columbia University, NY. She has been writing for health and child-related publications for over 5 years now.

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