BabyBjörn Bouncer Balance Soft vs Graco JumpStart 4-in-1 Bouncer & Rocker
The Bouncer Balance Soft is rated to 20 lb; the JumpStart 4-in-1 Bouncer & Rocker, 40 lb.
Only the differences are shown.
| BabyBjörn Bouncer Balance Soft | Graco JumpStart 4-in-1 Bouncer & Rocker | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Bouncer | Bouncer |
| From | From birth | birth |
| Up to | approx. two years | approx. 3 years (kids chair stage) |
| Weight limit | 20 lb | 40 lb |
| Stop using when (maker) | "You can use the product as a bouncer until your child weighs 20 lbs/9 kg or starts trying to sit up." | "Infant bouncer: Stop using when baby starts trying to sit up or reaches 20 lb, whichever comes first. Floor seat: stop when child can climb out or walk. Jumper: 25 lb or walks unassisted. Kids chair: 40 lb" |
| Harness | safety harness with snaps | Not listed |
| Restraint | Yes | Not listed |
| Power | none (no batteries) | Not listed |
| Converts to | Toddler chair (reverse the fabric seat) | Infant bouncer, floor seat, baby jumper, toddler kids chair |
| Folds | Yes | Yes |
| Size | Highest position 22 x 31 x 15.5 in; transport 4.5 x 35 x 15.5 in (as listed) | 29.5 W × 30.8 D × 21.4 H in |
| Weight | 4.6 lb | 14.2 lb |
| Certifications | OEKO-TEX Standard 100, Class 1 (fabrics) | Not listed |
| Standards (maker's words) | "complies with the US ASTM F2167 and the ASTM F2613 safety standard" | Not listed |
| Care | Machine wash on warm (40 C), use a washing bag and detergent without bleach or fabric softener, do not tumble dry or iron | Seat pad machine washable. Clean frame with household soap and warm water. No bleach or detergent. |
| Maker's warnings | Keep your baby under constant supervision, use the safety harness and double-check that the snaps are locked | Not listed |
BabyBjörn Bouncer Balance Soft
A battery-free bouncer that moves with the baby's own motion, folds flat and converts to a toddler chair.
- No batteries
- Folds flat
- Converts to a toddler chair
- High listed price
- Bouncer limit of 20 lb is lower than the chair limit
Graco JumpStart 4-in-1 Bouncer & Rocker
A 4-mode seat that converts from infant bouncer to floor seat, jumper and toddler chair, with a snap-on tray in floor seat and jumper modes.
- Four modes
- Folds for storage and travel
- 14.2 lb