REASONS TO BUY
Lovely design
Higher quality
No packing styrofoam
REASONS TO AVOID
Unique toddler rail fasteners
Expensive
Long build time
Babyletto Lolly 3-in-1 Review
A higher-quality crib with an appealing design, but it is expensive and takes time to assemble
Credit: Matt Lighthart
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Our Verdict
The Babyletto Lolly 3-in-1 is one of our favorite looking cribs. It has an unassuming but delicate appeal of slender rails, a shorter stature, dainty feet and rounded edges. We like the contrasting finishes in the option we tested and that many of the fasteners are hidden or at least less obvious than less expensive options. This crib is Greenguard Gold certified, made of renewable pinen wood, and skips the styrofoam in their packaging (static is not your friend). The Lolly fit all of our test mattresses with ease leaving a small gap that made changing sheets and lifting the mattress a breeze, even in the middle of the night. It has 4 mattress height options with one of the highest levels for newborns in the group. The Lolly is one of th emost expensive in the group, and as such, could be a no-go for many families. However, if you are looking for a simple crib, with longterm potential and budget is less of a concern, the Lolly is a one to consider.
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| Awards |  Favorite Crib for Simplicity |  Best Overall Crib |  Best Bang for Your Crib Buck | Best Baby Crib for Longevity | |
| Price | $500 List $499.00 at Amazon | $300 List $282.68 at Amazon | $230 List $199.00 at Amazon | $500 List $379.00 at Amazon | $160 List |
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| Bottom Line | Better quality choice with a minimalist design, but it takes time to build and costs more | A minimalist design with something extra that has a good adjustability range and fit most mattresses without a problem | Budget-friendly crib with a minimalist look and platform height for standing toddlers, but the height range is smaller, and the convertible parts are not included | An expensive crib that feels durable and high quality and fits our test mattresses well | A disappointing crib with flaking paint and loose fittings after a relatively short testing time |
| Rating Categories | Babyletto Lolly 3-in-1 | Storkcraft Equinox... | Carter's by DaVinci... | Babyletto Hudson 3-... | Graco Benton 5-in-1 |
| Mattress Fit (40%) | |||||
| Eco-health (20%) | |||||
| Adjustability (20%) | |||||
| Ease of Assembly (20%) | |||||
| Specifications | Babyletto Lolly 3-in-1 | Storkcraft Equinox... | Carter's by DaVinci... | Babyletto Hudson 3-... | Graco Benton 5-in-1 |
| Footprint Dimension | 53.5" x 29.8" | 58" x 29.5" | 55.6" x 29.6" | 53.5" x 29.5 " | 54.8" x 29.1" |
| Rail Height From Floor | 34.8 in | 35 in | 35.4 in | 34.8 in | 34 in |
| Height Platform Settings | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 |
| Platform Height Max | 17.0 in | 19.0 in | 16.5 in | 16.8 in | 18.0 in |
| Platform Height Min | 8.2 in | 8.2 in | 8.0 in | 8.3 in | 7.7 in |
| Manufacturer Claims | • GREENGUARD Gold Certified • No styrofoam packaging |
• GREENGUARD Gold Certified • JPMA Certified |
• GREENGUARD Gold Certified • Made of solid, sustainable New Zealand pinewood and TSCA-compliant engineered wood |
• GREENGUARD Gold Certified • No styrofoam packaging |
• Non-toxic finishes • JPMA certified |
Our Analysis and Test Results
Babyletto is over ten years old and headquartered in Los Angeles. They design modern nursery furniture including cribs, dresser, seating, and more. They strive to create thoughtful, detail oriented pieces that are “consciously crafted.”
Performance Comparison
The Lolly worked well with most mattresses in our test group with a fit that was neither snug nor left gaps that were bigger than 2 fingers.
Credit: Matt Lighthart
Mattress Fit
Finding a crib and mattress that pair well together with a not too tight and not too loose fit is important. The Lolly performed well in our tests for mattress fit, using more than 6 top crib mattresses.
With each mattress we tried we had less than one finger width of space between the mattress edge and the crib slats. There is less than a 0.5 inch gap on all sides, which is “just right” providing enough room to lift the mattress for easy sheet changes.
While the outside of the crib has rounded corners, the inside corners are more square to fit most mattress types.
The Lolly uses solid pine wood and a metal mesh mattress platform.
Credit: Matt Lighthart
Eco-health
The Lolly scored well for eco-health with a Greengaurd Gold certification.
This crib is 100% Solid New Zealand Pine Wood, a renewable resource. It is finished in a non-toxic painting and staining process that is phthalate—and lead-free. Babyletto claims this crib has been tested for over 10,000 chemical emissions and VOCs. We appreciate that it has a metal wire mattress platform to avoid the MDF board we used to frequently see instead.
The platform heights on the Lolly are good enough for mobile toddlers who aren't brave enough to climb yet.
Credit: Matt Lighthart
Adjustability
The Lolly performed well in our tests for adjustability.
This crib has a platform height adjustment range of 8.8 inches in total. Its lowest height is 8.2 inches from the ground, and its highest setting is 17 inches from the ground. This makes it one of the highest platform heights in the group for newborns and young infants. There are four height options that require an Allen wrench to adjust to.
The Lolly is one of the few that came with the toddler rail for converting the crib to a toddler bed.
Credit: Matt Lighthart
The Lolly is one of a few that comes with the toddler rail and doesn't require an additional purchase to convert it to a toddler bed with the rail. We recommend storing additional parts in a place you will remember when the time comes, should your goal be a longer lifespan with this crib.
The Lolly took longer to assemble than others despite being relatively straightforward.
Credit: Graham Faulknor
Ease of Assembly
The Lolly is about average for ease of assembly. While we appreciated the lack of styrofoam packaging (no clinging pieces to the crib), it did take longer than many competitors with an almost 42 minute setup time.
This crib had multiple fasteners that were similar in size and four unique fasteners for the toddler rail (these will be hard to replace should you lose them).
The assembly is pretty straightforward, but the hardware comes in a mixed bag, which is frustrating given the size similarities in the parts. You'll need an Allen wrench (included) and a screwdriver (you provide).
We think the Lolly is a good choice for families with larger crib budgets.
Credit: Matt Lighthart
Should You Buy the Babyletto Lolly 3-in-1?
The Lolly is a simple and beautiful crib that avoids being flashy while still being fancy. We like the higher quality materials and sleek fit and finish of the Lolly, which has delicate-looking but substantial round slats and inset feet. This crib is Greenguard Gold Certified, pairs well with most mattresses, and skips the styrofoam in its packaging. If your budget is big enough, we think the Lolly is sure to please.
What Other Baby Crib Should You Consider?
If you want something a little more substantial for the long term, the Babyletto Hudson 3-in-1 is another potential contender. It has much in common with the Lolly but is slightly smaller and has a more substantial feel with a stockier design. If your budget is smaller, you can't go wrong with the Storkcraft Equinox 3-in-1 (though it is longer and you'll need more room) or the Carter's by DaVinci Colby 4-in-1 with its straightforward design and operation that proves a crib doesn't need to be fancy to work well.
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