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13 Of 'Consumer Reports' Top Rated Baby Gear

by Emily Westbrooks

I'm usually the hurried shopper who looks for the best value on a budget, and that's it. When it comes to baby gear, however, I tend to keep safety in mind, too. Consumer Reports top rated baby products makes up the best combination of safety and popularity in products. That's a treasured resource to moms whose concern for their little ones is enough to make them dig deep into online ratings and product reviews, paralyzed by information overload.

Safety assured by the Consumer Reports researchers, as well as real parent reviews after using those products, is a winning combination that will leave you confident that you've got the safest products for your kiddos. Not to mention, it will keep you from becoming bleary eyed from researching the depths of the internet into the wee hours of the night.

One of the nice things about Consumer Reports ratings for baby and kid products is that they look at a few different categories (ease of use, safety, and weight and maneuverability, to name a few), which you can compare in a handy chart. That means you don't have to compile your own spreadsheet to compare 12 different strollers or car seats. Amazon's star rating system makes it easy to quickly see whether those products really pan out with day-to-day use, too. Go ahead and give yourself a break from hours of research, and let the pros at Consumer Reports put in the work for you. If you like any of these top-rated baby products, they're just an easy click away on Amazon.

1

Graco Lauren Convertible Crib

Graco Lauren Convertible Crib, $148, Amazon

Honestly, what's not to love about a crib that converts into a daybed, a toddler bed, and a full bed for your child? The Graco Lauren Convertible Crib is a seriously good investment, especially when you take into account the great ratings for safety, plus ease of assembly and construction.

2

Baby Mod Olivia Crib

Baby Mod Olivia Crib, $310, Amazon

Nearly as long-lasting, the Baby Mod Olivia crib is a 3-in-1, meaning it transforms from a crib, to a toddler bed, to a daybed. It's just a little cuter with a contrasting wood platform.

3

Chicco KeyFit Infant Car Seat

Chicco KeyFit Infant Car Seat, $200, Amazon

With a crash test rating of "Best" from Consumer Reports, the Chicco Keyfit is a lightweight but safe infant car seat. It also easily connects to the Chicco Keyfit Caddy Stroller, so you can run quick errands without taking the baby out of the seat.

4

GB Asana35 DLX Infant Car Seat

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GB Asana35 DLX Infant Car Seat, $220, Amazon

The GB Asana35 is known to last a little longer than similar models on the market, and it's able to accommodate babies up to 35 pounds. It also sports a bigger canopy, keeping your baby safe from sun and weather.

5

Chicco NextFit Convertible Car Seat

Chicco NextFit Convertible Car Seat, $300, Amazon

The Chicco NextFit convertible seat provides nine reclining positions, meaning you can be sure it will fit into most cars. And the infant insert means this car seat can grow with your baby from rear-facing to front-facing over several years.

6

Britax Marathon Clicktight Convertible Car Seat

Britax Marathon Clicktight Convertible Car Seat, $272, Amazon

The Britax Marathon Clicktight seat might be one of the easiest to install. Simply open the bottom of the seat, buckle the seatbelt across, and click the seat shut. Super simple. It also has a helpful bubble level, so you can see that it's installed correctly.

7

Graco Milestone Ayla All-In-One Car Seat

Graco Milestone Ayla All-in-one Car Seat, $180, Amazon

The Graco Milestone seat can accommodate your infant, baby, toddler and child, adjusting as your child grows from five pounds to 100. And when the five-point harness is extended, it can fit children up to 65 pounds, meaning even older children are safe and secure for longer.

8

Evenflo Big Kid Amp Booster Seat

Evenflo Big Kid Amp Booster Seat, $32, Amazon

Two cupholders, a washable seat pad, and a super safety rating for kids up to 105 pounds. What's not to love about the Evenflo booster seat?

9

BabyBjorn High Chair

BabyBjorn High Chair, $190, Amazon

One of the nicest things about the BabyBjorn high chair is how flat it can fold when it's not in use. But it's comforting to know that even a high chair that's designed to fold is extra safe for your little one.

10

Peg-Perego Prima Pappa Best High Chair

Peg Perego Prima Pappa Best High Chair, $249, Amazon

With a few more adjustable options than the BabyBjorn, the Peg Perego Prima Pappa rolls on rubber wheels and has a several different reclining positions.

11

Bumbleride Indie 4 Urban All Terrain Stroller

Bumbleride Indie 4 Urban All Terrain Stroller, $930, Amazon

A great stroller from infant to toddler, the Bumbleride comes with a bassinet that sits on top of the flattened seatbelt. It is also compatible with Chicco, Graco, Britax, and Peg Perego infant systems, making it a very versatile option.

12

Graco Stylus Click Connect Travel System

Graco Stylus Click Connect Travel System, $225, Amazon

A top-rated car seat and a top rated stroller that easily click together when baby is small, or can be used separately as baby grows into the stroller. The Graco Stylus Click Connect is a great option for a very affordable price.

13

Graco FastAction Fold Duo Double Stroller

Graco FastAction Fold Duo Double Stroller, $200, Amazon

For doubles, the winner is the Graco FastAction Fold, which holds up to 100 pounds of kids. What's more, it can be used with double or single infant seats, accommodating twins or siblings as they grow.

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