aden + anais Essentials Easy Swaddle Wrap (zip) vs Love to Dream Swaddle UP Bamboo (Original and Lite)
The Essentials Easy Swaddle Wrap (zip) is convertible to arms out; the Swaddle UP Bamboo (Original and Lite) is arms up. The Swaddle UP Bamboo (Original and Lite) lists for $2 less.
Only the differences are shown.
| aden + anais Essentials Easy Swaddle Wrap (zip) | Love to Dream Swaddle UP Bamboo (Original and Lite) | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Wrap or zip swaddle | Wrap or zip swaddle |
| List price | $39.95 | $37.95Lowest price |
| In the pack | 3 | Not listed |
| Sizes | 0-3 months: 7–14 lb, 22–24.4 in, 0–3 months | Newborn: 5–8.5 lb, up to 24 in Small: 8–13 lb, up to 25 in Medium: 13–19 lb, up to 27 in |
| TOG | 1 | 1 |
| Arms | Converts to arms out | Arms up |
| Stop swaddling when | Discontinue use when baby shows signs of rolling or breaking out of the wrap | Suitable from newborn to approximately 3 months or when baby is starting to show signs of rolling |
| Room for hips and legs | Yes, per the maker | Yes, per the maker |
| Closure | bottom zipper and hook-and-loop wings | 2-way zipper with chin zip guard |
| Material | 100% cotton | 95% viscose from bamboo, 5% elastane |
| Machine washable | Yes | Yes |
| Maker's use notes | Not listed | Choose size by weight. Consult a healthcare professional first for babies born prematurely or with medical needs. |
aden + anais Essentials Easy Swaddle Wrap (zip)
A 3-pack of 1.0 TOG cotton wraps with a bottom zipper for quick changes, worn arms in or out.
- Quick change zipper
- Three per pack
- 0-3 month size only
- Hook-and-loop could be stronger per a review
Love to Dream Swaddle UP Bamboo (Original and Lite)
An arms-up zip swaddle in soft viscose from bamboo, confirmed here in a 1.0 TOG.
- Very soft bamboo-viscose fabric
- Arms-up design
- Two-way zipper
- Outgrown by about 3 months or first rolling
Ask the meadow
Essentials Easy Swaddle Wrap (zip) or Swaddle UP Bamboo (Original and Lite)?
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
Is the Swaddle UP Bamboo (Original and Lite) cheaper than the Essentials Easy Swaddle Wrap (zip)?
Yes. $37.95 versus $39.95 list price.
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