Baby Trend Portable Playard with Bassinet vs Dream On Me Nest Portable Playard

The Nest Portable Playard is 2.6 lb lighter. Only the Portable Playard with Bassinet has a bassinet. The Nest Portable Playard lists for $30 less.

Only the differences are shown.

Baby Trend Portable Playard with BassinetDream On Me Nest Portable Playard
TypePlay yard with bassinet or changerPlay yard with bassinet or changer
List price$79.99$49.99Lowest price
Weight19.5 lb16.9 lbLightest
Folded size8.5 × 8.5 × 29.5 in1.2 cu ft28 × 7.5 × 7 in0.9 cu ftFolds smallest
Set-up size42 × 28.5 × 29.5 in40 × 28 × 24 in
Child weightUp to 30 lbNot listed
Child heightUp to 35 inUp to 36 in
Stop using whenNot listedUntil child can climb out
BassinetYesNo
ChangerNoNo
Pad includedNot listedYes
WheelsYesNot listed
Carry bagNot listedYes
MaterialNot listedAluminum frame, polyester foam fabric, four mesh sides
Federal standardNot listedMaker says it meets it
Maker's use notesplay yard birth to 30 lb or 35 in, whichever comes first. Bassinet birth to 3 months, up to 15 lb or 25 in, whichever comes first.Not listed

Baby Trend Portable Playard with Bassinet

A play yard with a removable full-size bassinet and a slim fold.

  • Slim 8.5 x 8.5 in fold
  • Bassinet included
  • Low price
  • No changer
  • Bassinet only to 15 lb or 3 months

Dream On Me Nest Portable Playard

A light, low priced portable playard with four mesh sides, a folding pad and a tote bag. Folds small.

  • Folds to about 7 x 7.5 x 28 in
  • No tools to set up
  • Low price
  • No bassinet or changer
  • Pad is described for play and short naps
Ask the meadow

Portable Playard with Bassinet or Nest Portable Playard?

Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.

Which is lighter?

The Dream On Me Nest Portable Playard weighs 16.85 lb, versus 19.5 lb for the Baby Trend Portable Playard with Bassinet.

Is the Nest Portable Playard cheaper than the Portable Playard with Bassinet?

Yes. $49.99 versus $79.99 list price.

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