KidCo PeaPod

The KidCo PeaPod weighs 2.5 lb and folds to 0.5 cu ft, per KidCo. A pop-up mesh travel tent with a snap-on floor pad that folds flat into a carry bag.

  • $94.95List price
  • 2.45 lbWeight
  • 0.5 cu ftPacked

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How the PeaPod stacks up

Against the 34 travel bassinets and toddler beds we track. The shaded band is where the middle half of them fall; the dot is this one.

Weight2.5 lb2nd lightest of 17

Below the typical range for travel bassinets and toddler beds (3.8 lb to 12.6 lb).

This one
2.2 lbmiddle 12 lb17 lb
Folded size0.5 cu ft3rd smallest fold of 10

Within the typical range for travel bassinets and toddler beds (0.5 cu ft to 1.9 cu ft).

This one
0.2 cu ftmiddle 1.3 cu ft3.3 cu ft
Price$94.958th lowest price of 23

Within the typical range for travel bassinets and toddler beds ($89.99 to $129.99).

This one
$49.99middle $104.95$449.90

What sets the PeaPod apart

Measured against the 34 travel bassinets and toddler beds we compare, from each maker's published specs.

  • 2nd lightestof the 17 travel bassinets and toddler beds with it published: 2.5 lb
  • 3rd smallest foldof the 10 travel bassinets and toddler beds with it published: 0.5 cu ft

Next to its closest matches

  • KidCo PeaPod PrestigeNext to it, the PeaPod is 0.1 lb lighter; 0 cu ft bigger folded; $10 less.
  • KidCo PeaPod PlusNext to it, the PeaPod is 1.2 lb lighter; 0.3 cu ft smaller folded; $25 less.
  • KidCo PeaPod CampNext to it, the PeaPod is 1.3 lb lighter; 0.1 cu ft smaller folded; $25 less.

PeaPod: the maker's limits

KidCo's limits: 12–36 months. Maker's note: Designed for children 1 to 3 years of age. Use only the pad provided by the manufacturer; never add a pillow, comforter or another mattress for padding. Do not place pad inside PeaPod; pad is placed under the floor and secured with snaps. Do not leave child unattended while zippered inside. The PeaPod is not a toy. Does not offer complete sun protection.

Listed features

  • 2.45 lb
  • Folds into a 16.5 in bag
  • Anchor straps and carry bag included
  • Pad detaches for machine washing

Worth checking

  • Unfolds rapidly when the safety strap is removed
  • Tent body is surface clean only
  • Smaller than the PeaPod Plus

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good to know
  • Check for recalls: Search the agency's recall list with the model number and date code from the label: CPSC recall search.
  • Safe sleep: see the AAP's guide to safe sleep and NICHD Safe to Sleep. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Full specs

KidCo PeaPod
TypeTravel bassinet or toddler bed
List price$94.95
Weight2.5 lb
Packed size16.5 × 3 × 16.5 in0.5 cu ft
Set-up size46 × 28 × 18 in
Age12–36 months
Machine washableYes
Maker's use notesDesigned for children 1 to 3 years of age. Use only the pad provided by the manufacturer; never add a pillow, comforter or another mattress for padding. Do not place pad inside PeaPod; pad is placed under the floor and secured with snaps. Do not leave child unattended while zippered inside. The PeaPod is not a toy. Does not offer complete sun protection.

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PeaPod: questions answered

From KidCo's published specs, last checked 2026-11-11.

What are the KidCo PeaPod limits?

The maker lists 12 to 36 months. Safe sleep: see the AAP's guide to safe sleep and NICHD Safe to Sleep. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Are there any use restrictions on the KidCo PeaPod?

The maker says: Designed for children 1 to 3 years of age. Use only the pad provided by the manufacturer; never add a pillow, comforter or another mattress for padding. Do not place pad inside PeaPod; pad is placed under the floor and secured with snaps. Do not leave child unattended while zippered inside. The PeaPod is not a toy. Does not offer complete sun protection.

How big is the KidCo PeaPod packed?

It weighs 2.45 lb and packs to 16.5 × 3 × 16.5 in (0.5 cu ft). The lightest bassinets & beds we track is the Babymoov Babyni Pop Up Tent at 2.2 lb.

What's the difference between the KidCo PeaPod and the KidCo PeaPod Prestige?

By the maker specs, the PeaPod is lighter (2.45 vs 2.6 lb), the PeaPod lists for $10 less. See them side by side.

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Where these specs come from

Last checked 2026-11-11. Spot something wrong? Tell us. Read our editorial and safety policy and corrections.