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Baby Cribs
- Best convertible baby crib DaVinci Emily 4-in-1 Convertible Crib *Est. $215
- Best basic baby crib Ikea Gulliver Crib *Est. $115
- Best compact baby crib Stokke Sleepi Crib *Est. $850
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- Serves as crib, toddler bed or daybed
- Converts to full-size bed with kit
- Inexpensive
- Easy to assemble
- Three mattress heights
- Easily dented pine construction
- Finish chips and wears away
- No guard rail for toddler bed
The Graco Lauren Classic Convertible Crib gains praise from experts and parents alike for its attractive Mission style, sturdiness and affordable price. With three mattress levels to safely hold your baby, the crib also converts into a toddler bed (no guard rail needed), daybed and full-size bed (with purchase of an optional conversion kit). However, several reviewers complain that its soft wood dents with little impact, and the finish wears away and cracks easily. Although it costs more, the best-reviewed DaVinci Emily 4-in-1 Convertible Crib (*Est. $215) may be more damage-resistant. If conversion to a full bed isn't a priority, the low-frills Ikea Gulliver Crib (*Est. $115) stands out as a hardy and affordable alternative.
Reviews of the Lauren Classic crib can be found in the popular book "Baby Bargains," and in best cribs lists on MomFinds.com and About.com. We also consulted owner feedback on Target.com, BabiesRUs.com and Amazon.com. Consumer review sites provide valuable information on how to set up the crib, how different mattresses fit in it and various issues that can occur over time, such as the finish warping and crib-to-bed conversion difficulties.
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1. Baby BargainsDetails/Subscribe
Authors Denise and Alan Fields don't independently test baby cribs, but they do give top brand recommendations based on product evaluation, user feedback and manufacturer history. The Graco Lauren crib is one of the few models discussed.
Review: Crib Brand Ratings, Denise and Alan Fields, Ninth edition
2. Amazon.com
Amazon.com is a good place to search for consumer reviews of baby gear. The Graco Lauren Classic Convertible Crib earns 4.2 stars out of 5 based on about 130 reviews. Owners generally like the crib, but some say the finish and wood are easily dented and damaged.
Review: Graco Lauren Classic Crib, Contributors to Amazon.com, As of Jan. 2012
3. MomFinds.com
Editors recommend five top baby cribs in various categories, with the Graco Lauren winning the title of best classic crib. The brief reviews include style points and safety notes, but don't compare models or reveal much about editors' testing methods.
Review: Best Baby Cribs, Editors of MomFinds.com, Not dated
4. About.com
About.com's baby product guide Heather Corley ranks her top choices for budget cribs. However, there's no comparison between cribs, nor does Corley offer much explanation for her choices. (Note: ConsumerSearch is owned by About.com, but the two don't share an editorial affiliation.)
Review: Top 8 Baby Cribs Under $250, Heather Corley, Not dated
5. Target.com
Target doesn't group reviews together by model, but the Graco Lauren Classic Convertible Crib is well-liked by customers. They give it 4.5 out of 5 stars based on about 250 reviews of the four available finishes.
Review: Graco Lauren Classic Convertible Crib by LaJobi, Contributors to Target.com, As of Jan. 2012
Babies"R"Us carries a good selection of cribs, many with several customer reviews for a fairly balanced picture of their popularity. The Graco Lauren crib has an average rating of 3.5 stars out of 5 based on about 30 customer reviews. While owners praise its easy assembly and durability, some complain of the soft and easily scratched wood.
Review: Graco Lauren Convertible Crib, Contributors to BabiesRUs.com, As of Jan. 2012
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