Caravan Crib vs Ubabub Pod 2-in-1 Convertible Crib with Junior Bed Conversion Kit
The Caravan Crib is a 7-in-1; the Pod 2-in-1 Convertible Crib with Junior Bed Conversion Kit is a 2-in-1. The Caravan Crib lists for $704 less. The Pod 2-in-1 Convertible Crib with Junior Bed Conversion Kit includes its conversion kit.
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| Kalon Studios Caravan Crib | Ubabub Pod 2-in-1 Convertible Crib with Junior Bed Conversion Kit | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Convertible crib | Convertible crib |
| List price | $1,295 to $1,495 depending on woodLowest price | $1,999 |
| Stages | 7-in-1Most stages | 2-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) | Junior 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. | Junior bed conversion kit, included |
| Mattress it takes | Standard full-size crib mattress, at least 27.25 x 51.625 in, 4 to 6 in thick | Not listed |
| Mattress included | No | Yes |
| 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 | 2 |
| Mattress support height | 18.7 in and 7.5 in from the floor | Not listed |
| Size | 54.5 × 30 × 34 in | 55.5 × 27.5 × 39.5 in |
| Weight | Not listed | 181 lb |
| Child weight | Not listed | Up to 50 lb |
| Crib sides | Fixed-side | Not listed |
| Folds | No | Not listed |
| Material | 100% solid hardwood | Timber components with clear acrylic sides, plus plastic and metal parts |
| 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 | Not listed |
| Repair and refinish | Yes, the solid wood can be refinished, depending on condition (per the maker) | Not listed |
| Replacement hardware | Sold separately | Not listed |
| Federal crib standard | The maker states it meets the applicable U.S., Australian and European crib standards. | Maker says it meets it |
| Made in | Europe | China |
| 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
Ubabub Pod 2-in-1 Convertible Crib with Junior Bed Conversion Kit
A design-forward pod-shaped crib with clear acrylic sides that comes with the junior bed kit and a fitted mattress.
- Kit and mattress included
- Distinctive look
- List price $1,999
- Very heavy at 181 lb
Caravan Crib or Pod 2-in-1 Convertible Crib with Junior Bed Conversion Kit?
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 2-in-1 for the Ubabub Pod 2-in-1 Convertible Crib with Junior Bed Conversion Kit.
Is the Caravan Crib cheaper than the Pod 2-in-1 Convertible Crib with Junior Bed Conversion Kit?
Yes. $1,295 versus $1,999 list price.
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