Gathre Padded Micro+ vs Naturepedic Organic Cotton Changing Pad, 2-Sided

The maker says the Organic Cotton Changing Pad, 2-Sided includes a safety strap. The Padded Micro+ is 30 × 16 in; the Organic Cotton Changing Pad, 2-Sided is 31.5 × 16.5 in. The Padded Micro+ lists for $19 less.

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Gathre Padded Micro+Naturepedic Organic Cotton Changing Pad, 2-Sided
TypeChanging padChanging pad
List price$120Lowest price$139
Size30 × 16 × 1.5 in31.5 × 16.5 × 4 in
Safety strapNot listedIncluded, per the maker
Contoured sidesNot listedYes, per the maker
Stays put withNot listedsnap screws anchor the pad to a dresser or changing table
Waterproof or wipeableYesYes
Machine washableNot listedNo
Materialmemory foam covered in wipeable faux leatherGOTS-certified organic cotton surface with PE waterproofing, food-grade PE foam core
OrganicNot listedYes, per the maker
ColorsIvory, Millet, Camel, Thyme, Petal, Belle, Beau, Raven, Menagerie, Stone Stripe, Cafe Stripe, ParisNot listed
Maker's use notesNot listedSupervise baby on pad at all times; keep one hand on baby during every change; do not launder the pad (wipe clean)

Gathre Padded Micro+

A thin memory foam mat with a wipeable water-resistant faux leather cover, about 5 pounds, in many colors.

  • Wipeable surface
  • Easy to move
  • Many colors
  • No strap or raised sides listed
  • List price $120

Naturepedic Organic Cotton Changing Pad, 2-Sided

A contoured changing pad with raised sides on the left and right, a built-in safety belt and an organic cotton surface that wipes clean (per the maker).

  • Built-in safety belt
  • Wipe-clean surface
  • Organic cotton surface (per the maker)
  • List price $139
  • Pad itself cannot be laundered; needs a separate cover for washing