Caravan Crib vs Romina Karisma Convertible Crib (Open Back)
The Caravan Crib is a 7-in-1; the Karisma Convertible Crib (Open Back) is a 5-in-1. The Caravan Crib lists for $430 less.
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| Kalon Studios Caravan Crib | Romina Karisma Convertible Crib (Open Back) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible crib | Convertible crib |
| List price | $1,295 to $1,495 depending on woodLowest price | $1,725 |
| Stages | 7-in-1Most stages | 5-in-1 |
| Converts to | Three-wall toddler bed, Platform toddler bed, Platform seating, Toddler bed with head and footboard (kit), Daybed (kit), Small sofa (kit) | Toddler bed, Daybed, Full-size bed |
| Conversion kit | 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. | Karisma Conversion Kit ($530) and toddler rail ($275), sold separately; daybed included |
| Mattress it takes | Standard full-size crib mattress, at least 27.25 x 51.625 in, 4 to 6 in thick | At least 27.25 x 51.63 in, no thicker than 6 in (maker's stated requirement) |
| Mattress included | No | Not listed |
| Uses, per the maker | 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. | Not listed |
| Mattress heights | 2 | 3Most heights |
| Mattress support height | 18.7 in and 7.5 in from the floor | Not listed |
| Size | 54.5 × 30 × 34 in | 58.9 × 34 × 46.3 in |
| Weight | Not listed | 119 lb |
| Child weight | Not listed | Up to 60 lb |
| Crib sides | Fixed-side | Not listed |
| Folds | No | Not listed |
| Material | 100% solid hardwood | Solid hardwood |
| Wood species | Ash, white oak or black walnut | Not listed |
| Mattress support | Solid hardwood | Not listed |
| MDF, plywood, particleboard, veneer | None: no MDF, plywood, particleboard or veneer (per the maker) | Not listed |
| Glue | Water-based (no solvent-based glues, per the maker) | Not listed |
| Finishes | 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 | 13 |
| Repair and refinish | Yes, the solid wood can be refinished, depending on condition (per the maker) | Not listed |
| Replacement hardware | Sold separately | Not listed |
| GREENGUARD Gold | Not listed | Yes, per the maker |
| Federal crib standard | The maker states it meets the applicable U.S., Australian and European crib standards. | Not listed |
| Made in | Europe | Not listed |
| Awards, per the maker | Green Product Award (sustainable design) | Not listed |
| Care | 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). | Not listed |
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
Romina Karisma Convertible Crib (Open Back)
A solid hardwood crib in 13 finishes with a daybed stage built in. Toddler rail and full bed kit cost extra.
- 13 finishes
- GREENGUARD Gold per maker
- Daybed conversion included
- List price $1,725
- Heavy at 119 lb
Caravan Crib or Karisma Convertible Crib (Open Back)?
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 Caravan Crib is a 7-in-1, versus 5-in-1 for the Romina Karisma Convertible Crib (Open Back).
Is the Caravan Crib cheaper than the Karisma Convertible Crib (Open Back)?
Yes. $1,295 versus $1,725 list price.
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