Bassinet weight limits and size limits- A comprehensive list of the most popular brands and models

One of the first questions parents ask themselves when looking for a new bassinet is “How long will I use this thing for? Is it even worth spending money on a bassinet?”. The issue is that sometimes it’s hard to find the information to answer these questions. Some bassinets indicate a weight limit, others show size limits and some even display an age limit. It can get confusing trying to figure out which to consider.

How to choose the right bassinet

Bassinets work so well with newborn babies because they are small, cozy, and safe making it the perfect environment for your little one. The are also of huge help to parents because they are small, portable and nowadays they come loaded with features to help you get through the tough nights.

When choosing the right bassinet for your family you will need to consider all of these points and more.

One of the most important features parents consider when choosing a bassinet is longevity. How long will your baby sleep in the bassinet?

Let’s break down the important features to consider in a bassinet when it comes to size, weight and longevity of use.

Please note that every bassinet manufacturer warns that babies should be moved out if and when they are able to roll over or can pull themselves up on their own. Bassinets are designed for babies that sleep on their back and can not yet stand up. If you witness any of these milestones, please move baby out of the bassinet and into a crib.

Check out our guide on how to transition you baby from the bassinet to the crib.

Bassinet size limit

This one should be easy, right? If your baby can no longer fit in the bassinet it’s time to move him out to a crib or somewhere else with more space. The issue here is that length doesn’t mean much to new parents. How old does 30 inches equal to? How “tall” is an average 5 month old?

We believe the best way to answer this question is to compare the bassinet size (length) to a standard baby growth chart. Keep in mind that you need to shave off a few inches from the bassinet length in order to give you baby some space to move around.

For example: If the bassinet is 30 inches long, you will probably have to move you baby out when he reaches 26-27 inches in length.

The figure below shows the CDC (Center for Disease Control) infant growth chart. This chart can be used so that you can get an idea of child size vs bassinet length and how long that means in terms of age.

Bassinet weight limit

If you baby reaches the bassinet weight limit before reaching any of the other milestone, its time to graduate to the big boy/girl crib. The reason for this is that the bassinet is not tested above this weight. To be safe, it’s always best to follow this recommendation.

The most popular bassinets and their weight and size limits

To help you find the right bassinet for you we’ve put together the comprehensive table below showing all of the important factors to consider such as bassinet type, sleeping area dimensions, weight limit and age limit.

Bassinet name and brand	Bassinet Type	Bassinet dimensions (W” x L”)	Weight limit (lbs)	Age limit (months)
SNOO Smart Sleeper by Happiest Baby	Stand alone, smart	20 x 30	25	N/A
Fisher-Price Soothing Motions Bassinet	Stand alone	22.4 x 36.2	20	N/A
Delta Children Sweet Beginnings Bassinet	Stand alone	21 x 35.5	15	5
HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper Premiere Series Bassinet, River Stone	Stand alone	18.1 x 37.6	15	5
Simmons Kids City Sleeper Bassinet	Stand alone	20 x 33.5	15	5
Baby Delight Beside Me Dreamer Bassinet & Bedside Sleeper	Bedside sleeper	22.5 x 37	20	5
Kidsclub Baby Bedside Sleeper with 2 Replaceable Sheets, Baby Bedside Bassinet for New Born, Standalone Bassinet Side	Bedside sleeper	22.8 x 37.4	25	6
Mika Micky Bedside Sleeper Easy Folding Portable Crib	Bedside sleeper	19.7 x 33.5	33	5
Baby Bassinet,RONBEI Bedside Sleeper,Baby Bed to Bed,Babies Crib Bed, Adjustable Portable Bed for Infant	Bedside sleeper	20.8 x 36.2	20	6
Simmons Kids by The Bed City Sleeper Bassinet	Bedside sleeper	19.5 x 31	N/A	5
Ingenuity Foldaway Rocking Wood Bassinet – Wallace – Portable Folding Rocking Bassinet	Folding/travel	23.25 x 37	15	5
MiClassic All mesh 2in1 Stationary&Rock Bassinet One-Second Fold Travel Crib Portable Newborn Baby	Folding/travel	22.2 x 36.6	33	N/A
Ingenuity Foldaway Rocking Bassinet – Fletcher – Portable Folding Rocking Bassinet	Folding/travel	17.5 x 32.7	15	5

Here are our choices of the best bedside bassinets.

Check out my full comprehensive review of the SNOO bassinet.