Babyletto Astre All-Stages 8-in-1 Crib with Bassinet & Toddler Bed Kits by Nate Berkus vs Caravan Crib
The Astre All-Stages 8-in-1 Crib with Bassinet & Toddler Bed Kits by Nate Berkus is a 8-in-1; the Caravan Crib is a 7-in-1. The Astre All-Stages 8-in-1 Crib with Bassinet & Toddler Bed Kits by Nate Berkus lists for $296 less. The Astre All-Stages 8-in-1 Crib with Bassinet & Toddler Bed Kits by Nate Berkus includes its conversion kit.
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| Babyletto Astre All-Stages 8-in-1 Crib with Bassinet & Toddler Bed Kits by Nate Berkus | Kalon Studios Caravan Crib | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible crib | Convertible crib |
| List price | $999Lowest price | $1,295 to $1,495 depending on wood |
| Stages | 8-in-1Most stages | 7-in-1 |
| Converts to | Toddler bed, Daybed, Junior bed, Midi bed | Three-wall toddler bed, Platform toddler bed, Platform seating, Toddler bed with head and footboard (kit), Daybed (kit), Small sofa (kit) |
| Conversion kit | Bassinet and toddler bed kits included; Midi Conversion Kit M33379 ($269) sold separately | Caravan Conversion Kit, sold separately (needed for the head-and-footboard toddler bed, daybed and sofa). The three-wall and platform toddler beds need no kit. |
| Mattress it takes | Standard full-size crib mattress; maker gives interior as 52 x 28 in and names a 52 x 27.75 in optio | Standard full-size crib mattress, at least 27.25 x 51.625 in, 4 to 6 in thick |
| Mattress included | No | No |
| Uses, per the maker | Not listed | Seven uses across five physical setups: crib (two mattress heights), three-wall toddler bed, platform toddler bed, platform seating, and, with the Caravan Conversion Kit, a toddler bed with head and footboard, a daybed with a third rail, and a small sofa. |
| Mattress heights | Not listed | 2 |
| Mattress support height | Not listed | 18.7 in and 7.5 in from the floor |
| Size | 54.5 × 30.5 × 34 in | 54.5 × 30 × 34 in |
| Weight | 75 lb | Not listed |
| Crib sides | Not listed | Fixed-side |
| Folds | No | No |
| Wheels | Yes | Not listed |
| Material | Red oak veneer on American poplar hardwood, FSC certified | 100% solid hardwood |
| Wood species | Not listed | Ash, white oak or black walnut |
| Mattress support | Not listed | Solid hardwood |
| MDF, plywood, particleboard, veneer | Not listed | None: no MDF, plywood, particleboard or veneer (per the maker) |
| Glue | Not listed | Water-based (no solvent-based glues, per the maker) |
| Finishes | 2 | Raw (unfinished) or oiled with a food-grade, plant-based oil/wax; no synthetic lacquer and no VOCs in the applied finish, per the maker |
| Repair and refinish | Not listed | Yes, the solid wood can be refinished, depending on condition (per the maker) |
| Replacement hardware | Not listed | Sold separately |
| GREENGUARD Gold | Yes, per the maker | Not listed |
| Federal crib standard | Not listed | The maker states it meets the applicable U.S., Australian and European crib standards. |
| Assembly | Hidden hardware, manuals linked; no time stated | Not listed |
| Made in | Not listed | Europe |
| Awards, per the maker | Not listed | Green Product Award (sustainable design) |
| Care | Not listed | Oiled: wipe with a cloth lightly dampened with warm water; skip soap and harsh cleaners. Raw: dust dry and avoid wet cleaning. Oiled surfaces may need re-oiling over time (per the maker). |
Babyletto Astre All-Stages 8-in-1 Crib with Bassinet & Toddler Bed Kits by Nate Berkus
A Nate Berkus designed crib that starts as a bassinet and grows through toddler and junior bed stages, with a removable-wheel option.
- Bassinet stage included
- Designer styling
- Hardware hidden
- Highest Babyletto crib price
- Midi kit sold separately
Caravan Crib
A 7-in-1 convertible crib made entirely of solid hardwood, with plant-based oil/wax or raw finishes and water-based glues. It becomes two toddler beds and seating with no extra parts, and a daybed and small sofa with the Caravan Conversion Kit.
- Solid hardwood throughout, including the mattress support (ash, white oak or walnut)
- No MDF, plywood, particleboard or veneer, per the maker
- Water-based glues and a food-grade plant-based oil/wax or raw finish, per the maker
- List price $1,295
- Mattress sold separately
Astre All-Stages 8-in-1 Crib with Bassinet & Toddler Bed Kits by Nate Berkus or Caravan Crib?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Which grows with your child longer?
The Babyletto Astre All-Stages 8-in-1 Crib with Bassinet & Toddler Bed Kits by Nate Berkus is a 8-in-1, versus 7-in-1 for the Caravan Crib.
Is the Astre All-Stages 8-in-1 Crib with Bassinet & Toddler Bed Kits by Nate Berkus cheaper than the Caravan Crib?
Yes. $999 versus $1,295 list price.
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