It goes without saying that you want the best for your baby, and that includes a safe,
sturdy crib. Consumer Reports’ rigorous tests of cribs are designed to help you choose
one that’s just that.
Consumer Reports looked at 14 cribs costing between $160 and $800.
Each crib is inspected and measured to make sure it adheres to federal guidelines.
Testers make sure the crib slats are close enough together so that little arms and
legs can’t get trapped. And testers also measure the strength of the crib slats when
pulled—you know, all that pushing and pulling from a growing baby. All of the cribs met
government standards, but Consumer Reports’ tests revealed big differences.
Another test simulates a baby’s repeated bouncing and jumping to see how well the
mattress support system holds.
You don’t need to spend a fortune to get a good, sturdy crib. Consumer Reports found
two cribs to recommend that cost less than $200:
