Graco

Travel Lite Portable Bassinet

I received this product to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. Unfortunately, I cannot for the life of me get this bassinet to work. My husband and I both tried extensively but could never get it to latch into place- either it needs an insanely strong person or maybe we received a faulty product. Either way, we were never able to put the baby inside because we couldn’t attach the latch to lock it into place. It looks like a cute product that we would have used inside and out, but it just didn’t work for us.

I received this product through the Stellar Product Testing Panel. When I first set up the travel bassinet it was a little difficult to get it to latch and stay open, once I did that it got easier. It's very simple to set up and take down without needing instructions. We have a 4 year old, a 2.5 year old, and a 2 month old and while this would be perfect with the sun shade for outdoors this summer(which we will be using), it was also handy for indoors to keep the older boys from stepping on the baby while playing and he still was able to be on the floor! It was large enough that our son had room to stretch out but small enough that it's easily portable and lightweight enough to bring when you travel without it being annoying. We brought it to Easter with my family and worked beautifully to keep the dogs away and still allow our baby to play independently! My only negative is that I, personally, don't love bold colors. I like more muted tones that don't stand out so the color wasn't a plus for me.

A huge thank you to Stellar Product Testing Panel for allowing me to test this bassinet with our newest addition! We just had our last baby a few weeks ago and we also just moved from the Northeast down South. For us this means so many more hours outside and this bassinet is our newest sidekick. I can bring this outside and have it set up in under a minute. It provides great shade for our little princess and the fine mesh sides allow the breeze to sweep through while keeping creepy crawlies out. This is so compact it's easy to keep anywhere and the kids don't mind hauling it to and fro when we take it on the go. While the canopy does expand to full coverage from the sun it does not have a zip or button closure so it can be vulnerable to flying bugs if used outside. I have found that I can put a play mat inside so that hanging toys can provide the baby with visual stimulation. This is a great addition to our baby gear line up and by far one of my favorites.

I received this bassinet from the Stellar Product Testing Panel just in the serendipitous nick of time! My husband and I were about to take our three-month old baby, Charlie, or her first road trip. We were taking her to a family wedding, and we were totally stressed out about what to pack, how to pack it, and all the logistics of having such a young baby do an overnight stay away from home. The Graco Travel Lite Portable Bassinet was a godsend. It took up almost no room in the back of our car, and it gave us a portable and comfortable place for our baby to sleep away from home.

I was glad that we figured out how to do setup and takedown prior to doing the road trip, though, because I think either the instructions left out a step or we didn’t read them correctly. In order to fully extend the bassinet and snap it into place using the gray latch, we needed to unsnap a couple of the top snaps that keep the fabric around the top of the bassinet in place. It was easy to re-fasten those snaps afterwards, and I’m glad we didn’t end up breaking it through our initial efforts.

All in all, I have loved having this bassinet in my repertoire of baby-comfort and transport items. The bassinet is compact and is easy to store, as I always just keep it with my stroller so that I know where it is, and it is easily accessible. It has been especially useful going into spring. I was worried about having the time to clear out my garden, and being able to keep the baby near me, in view and in a safe place, made the whole experience possible. Also, she loved being able to be outside and feel the wind on her face for the first time. I would not have been able to create that experience for her without this bassinet, and it has been one of my favorite ever experiences with my baby. This is a sound investment for any parent who wants to be able to more easily incorporate having an infant into their everyday life.

This bassinet shocked me from the moment I opened up the small box it came in. I knew that it was portable but I was not expecting it to be so compact! Having the bassinet be compact was immediately one of my favorite things; having four kids to back up and take somewhere uses up a lot of room, so having a small bassinet helps reduce the amount of space needed when vacationing with a baby. The next thing that I really liked about the bassinet included it being lightweight (my three-year-old can carry it without difficulty). Having your hands full with a baby and toddler means things need to be easy and quick to set up and this bassinet provides both – it is very easy to set up with one hand and it is also extremely quick to set up. With summer quickly approaching I am excited about the full coverage canopy that this bassinet uses; I will be able to take it outside and ensure that my little one is fully protected from the sun! The last two items really brought me peace of mind as a mom. The bassinet has mesh sides for safety and a soft bottom so that it provides comfort for my little one while she sleeps. So far I have only been able to use the bassinet inside thanks to the eternal winter we have had this season but I am extremely excited to take this bassinet to the park or pool this summer!

With all products, there are always pros and cons. Overall my husband and I really like the Graco Travel Lite Portable Bassinet but there are a few things that we are a bit disappointed about. The first is the storage spot for the canopy; there is a pouch on the outside of the carry case that is meant to hold the canopy when traveling, unfortunately, it does not fully store the canopy and it makes carrying the bassinet a bit more awkward. The bassinet is only good for maybe the first year of life, or up to 20 pounds; I would love to see the size increased just a little more to allow a longer use time for such a good product. The final thing that we didn’t like was that the canopy doesn’t “lock” in place on top of the bassinet which makes it easy for little hands to pull the canopy off of the bassinet. It would be great to have a locking mechanism with an easy release to ensure that the canopy stays secure while in use.

I was given this bassinet to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.

I really like how small and lightweight this bassinet is. I’m using it for a safe sleep space for naps at grandparents house when we are there. It would work great outside also. It’s easy to set up and take down and not too heavy for me to carry back and forth to the car. I like that the materials are machine washable, I think every baby item should be! Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this bassinet.

This travel lite bassinet is perfect for on the go, outside, or even just to move around the house. The compact size makes it easy to toss in the car or just move from one room to another as needed. It does take some muscle to lock it when opening it, but other than that, set up is a breeze. The padded bottom makes it usable on any surface - whether it's the deck by the pool, a driveway while the older kids play, or a carpet floor inside. The sun shade makes it perfect for any weather too. And since it's a safe sleep space, it's a double win and takes up much less room than a pack n play. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this bassinet.

I was given this bassinet to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. As soon as it arrived on my doorstep, I knew this was going to be a game changer. The box was so small and light. The box was half the size or maybe even less than half the size of my pack and play when it is folded and bagged! I am a teacher with a newborn and a very active older child, so we spend most of our summer outside. This thing is so easy to take with and set up at soccer practice, the playground, or even our backyard swing set. I’m so excited to be able to be active with my older child and not have my youngest constrained to a stroller. This bassinet literally has a one step fold, so it feels no more cumbersome than taking along a stroller.

My favorite feature in terms of safety is the sun shade. It is adjustable, so you can make sure your baby is still covered regardless of movement. Sun protection is incredibly important to me, especially on a little one that is too young for sunblock. I use this indoors all the time too because we visit grandparents often. Obviously we don’t need the sun shade in doors, but that is not the only thing keeping this bassinet safe. I have no hesitation using this is as a sleep surface for my newborn because the mesh sides and firm mattress keep everything safe. I thought I was going to have to lug around my pack and play every time we visit my parents, but now I just bring this bassinet. It is so much easier. This is literally FIFTEEN pounds lighter than my pack and play. I’m obsessed! Thank you.

This Graco travel bassinet is wonderful. It’s light weight, folds up small into a handled travel bag that can be stored anywhere and can truly go with you anywhere whether indoors or outside. We have a newborn plus 3 other children and I’ve been wondering how we’ll play outside with the baby here. This product has put me at ease! I can easily set it up inside for a safe spot for baby to lay or play and can take it outside to use with the awesome canopy that’s provided. I love that the canopy can be quickly taken on or off and that it blocks some UV rays. It can be partially or fully opened depending on how much sun cover you need. I wish I would have had this bassinet when my other kids were babies for our beach vacations! I also appreciated the quality of the carrying bag. It’s got a pocket for stowing away other items, a vented mesh bottom to allow the bassinet to air out after outside use, and the bassinet directions are sewn onto the bag so you’ll always know how to use it. I’m excited about how compact this bassinet is because it will take up very little space in our van’s trunk when we’re using it at while out and about. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for giving me this bassinet to try out!

When first holding the bassinet in the bag you are surprised by how big it is and yet how light it is.
It is fairly large and I wouldn't recommend carrying around for long distances.
The bassinet comes in a couple different pieces, bag, bassinet, suncover, and connector pieces. The instructions were not exactly clear and to set it up for the first time was difficult not only in understanding what to do but physically pushing different parts to snap in. Although difficult, it gave me a level of confidence that it was well built and safe for my child.
It is a nice size for 2-3 babies playing. The best part of this bassinet is the sun cover which can cover essentially the entire bassinet.
I used this bassinet to travel to someone's home who does not have any babies. It was nice to have and not worry about him getting into anything.
I received this product as a part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel. I would recommend this product to anyone who is looking for a travel bassinet.