The 6 Best Bassinets for Tall Beds
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If you’re welcoming a newborn, you’ve probably spent a lot of time thinking about all the baby essentials you need and dreaming up the perfect nursery. But, if you’re new parents, you might not know the AAP recommends you room share for the first 6 months (at a minimum!). That means your little one will be crashing with you for the foreseeable future, and a bassinet can make things a whole lot easier.
Like cribs, a bassinet is a safe sleeping space; unlike cribs, they’re much more compact and, in some cases, portable. Plus, they inch right up to the bed for easy access—key for middle-of-the-night feedings and diaper changes.
But if you have a tall bed—one that’s 25 inches or higher—you’ll want to do a little extra research before settling on “the one.” Why? Your average bassinet doesn’t get high enough to give you that easy access they’re designed for, which sort of defeats the whole purpose.
To help you weed through all of the bedside bassinets out there, our gear experts spent extra time seeking out bassinets with adjustable legs and analyzing the maximum heights on each, to ensure the following products sit flush with your mattress.
The Best Tall Bassinets: At a Glance
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Bassinet |
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34 inches |
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39 inches |
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41.5 inches |
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34 inches |
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32.25 inches |
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40 inches |
1. Halo Bassinest
Specs & Dimensions:
- Height: 34 inches
- Dimensions: 37.6 x 18.12 x 10.83 inches
- Weight: 39.5 pounds
- Recommended age range: Birth to 20 pounds (or when baby shows signs of rolling over or pushing up on hands and knees, whichever comes first)
The Halo Bassinest Swivel Sleeper is one of the most popular bassinets out there, so parents with tall beds will be glad to see it on the list. But before you get too excited, there’s one big caveat here: Because the Halo Bassinest has a very wide base with legs that extend under the bed, this option won’t work if you have a platform bed. If your bed does have space under it for the base, you’ll love the easy access this bassinet provides. True to its name, the unit swivels a full 360 degrees to keep your newborn close, no matter what side they’ve rolled to.
The bassinet also has patented breathable mesh sides that are rigid enough to keep baby safe, but collapse under the weight of your arm. What exactly does that mean? When you reach over, the upper bar on the side panel bends, so you can scoop your little one right up without even sitting up—vital for breastfeeding mamas and women who have had a c-section.
This bassinet has some smart features to help you soothe your newborn, too. A simple control panel features an amber nightlight, an amber floor light, two levels of vibration and four soothing sounds: heartbeat, white noise, babbling brook and rainforest. Adding to convenience factors, there are also two storage pockets for items like pacifiers or a spare diaper.
Although the Halo Bassinet is on the expensive side, you don’t have to buy any extras (unless you want spare sheets). It comes with a waterproof mattress pad and a machine-washable fitted sheet. Finally, if you’re expecting twins, you’re in luck: Halo makes a twin bassinet that’s also high enough for a tall bed.
Pros
- Comes in a single or twin size
- Includes a waterproof pad and a fitted sheet
- Arms bend under your weight, making it easier to pick up your little one from a tall bed
- Includes built-in lights, vibrations and sounds
Cons
- Base is very wide, so it can’t be used with platform beds
- Expensive
2. 4moms MamaRoo Sleep Bassinet
Specs & Dimensions:
- Height: 39 inches
- Dimensions: 29 x 24 x 39 inches
- Weight: 30.5 pounds
- Recommended age range: Birth to 25 pounds (or when baby can push up on their hands or knees, whichever comes first)
This smart bassinet looks and functions a lot like another popular model you might recognize—the Snoo—but is half the price. Importantly, the 4moms MamaRoo Sleep Bassinet is also a full 8 inches higher than the Snoo, making it much more suitable for parents with tall beds. When used with the leg extenders, this bassinet is height adjustable to 39 inches tall.
The settings are relatively vast, especially compared to other bassinets. It has five movement settings—car ride, kangaroo, tree swing, rock-a-bye and wave—that operate at five different speeds. What’s more, the unit also has four soothing sounds—fan, rain, ocean and shhhh—with adjustable volume.
The downside: Unlike the Snoo, the 4moms MamaRoo Sleep Bassinet isn’t fully autonomous—you have to manually set the rock and sound settings. The good news: You don’t have to get out of bed. A lot of GoodBuy Gear parents used this for their second child, and loved the convenience of the compatible app, which allowed them to change the settings from bed, the other side of the room or even from another room in the house. (There’s also a control panel on the bassinet, if you prefer.)
Another nice bonus for a small bedroom with limited space: This slim bassinet has a storage basket (sold separately) with storage pockets that hang from it to stash essentials like swaddles, pacifiers or diapers.
Pros
- Multiple movements, speeds and soothing sounds
- Has a timer
- A compatible storage basket is available
- Has extendable legs to reach a tall bed
Cons
- Storage basket sold separately
- Expensive
3. Simmons Kids By The Bed City Sleeper Bassinet
Specs & Dimensions:
- Height: 41.5 inches
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 31 x 41.5 inches
- Weight: 19.18 pounds
- Recommended age range: Birth to 15 pounds (or when your little one begins to push up on their hands and knees, whichever comes first)
This isn’t a bassinet you’ve likely heard of before, but it’s certified by JPMA to meet or exceed all CPSC and ASTM standards. Translation: It’s a perfectly safe side sleeper for your little one. And it’s one that’s exceptionally good for tall beds—it adjusts to five different levels, each within an inch, to sit level with mattresses from 22 to 27 inches tall.
Overall, the bassinet is slimmer and more lightweight than some other options. Plus, it’s outfitted on wheels, making it a more portable bassinet than most. The only downside to the design? Like the Halo bassinet, this one has legs that tuck under the bed, so it won’t work with platforms.
And while there aren’t any bells and whistles like sounds or vibrations built into this bassinet, there are plenty of conveniences new parents will love. The bassinet has breathable mesh sides that give you an unobstructed view of your little one. Each side of the sleeper also has storage pockets that provide enough room for baby essentials, like burp clothes, pacifiers, and even a spare diaper or a pack of wipes.
Pros
- Adjusts to five different heights
- Budget-friendly
- Two storage pockets
- On wheels, making it a more portable bassinet
Cons
- Doesn’t work with platform beds
- No smart features like sounds or vibrations
4. Baby Delight Extra Tall Beside Me Dreamer Bassinet
Specs & Dimensions:
- Height: 34 inches
- Dimensions: 20 x 37 x 34 inches
- Weight: 22.2 pounds
- Recommended age range: Birth to 20 pounds (or when your infant begins to push up on hands and knees or can roll over, whichever comes first)
Sometimes versatility is key, and this bassinet gives parents options: You can use it as a bedside bassinet or as a co-sleeper. When you want access to be as easy as possible, simply unzip the side panel closest to your bed and push the entire unit right up to the side of your bed, securing the whole thing with the included safety straps.
The bassinet adjusts to eight different heights, capping out at a relatively impressive 34 inches, so you should have no trouble with beds between about 27-30 inches tall. It’s pretty portable, too. Even though it doesn’t have wheels, at just 22 pounds, you can move this bassinet from room to room at your convenience. If you live in a single-level home or apartment, you might even consider using it next to the couch during nap time!
No matter how—and where—you use this bassinet, you’ll appreciate the breathable mesh walls that provide plenty of airflow and give you a direct view of your little one.
Pros
- Eight height adjustments
- Can be used as a bassinet bedside sleeper or a co-sleeper
- Lightweight and relatively portable
Cons
- No smart features like sounds or vibrations
- Not as attractive as some other options
5. Graco My View 4-in-1 Bassinet
Specs & Dimensions:
- Height: 32.25 inches
- Dimensions: 33.5 x 23.19 x 32.25 (with bassinet)
- Weight: 25.7 pounds
- Recommended age range: Birth to 20 pounds (bassinet); Birth to 35 inches tall (playard)
Is this the most comfortable or attractive bassinet out there? No, but it is a worthy option for parents with tall beds—especially parents who want something practical, versatile and built to last.
Babies typically outgrow bassinets by about 5 months, at which point they move to a crib for the better part of their toddlerhood. But since the Graco My View 4-in-1 functions as a playard without the bassinet attachment, parents can use it as both a safe play space and a portable crib for years to come. Graco also makes similar playard/bassinet combos that come with a changing table, too. When you consider this kind of versatility and longevity, you understand the value of this option.
When the bassinet is attached to the playard, the sleep space is just over 32 inches off the ground, so it has no trouble matching various bed heights up to about 30 inches (remember: you have to account for the actual height of the mattress, not necessarily the top of the bassinet).
Of course, just like other playards, this one is extremely portable. It has two built-in wheels, so you can move it around your home. Alternatively, you can simply lift the bassinet up and off of the playard to bring it into another room. And if you’re traveling? The whole thing collapses with the press of a few buttons and folds into a carry case complete with a handle.
Pros
- Highly versatile and can be used for years
- Highly portable
- Great overall value
- Bassinet perches on top of the playard for easy access from a tall bed
Cons
- Not as attractive as others
- Not as comfortable as others
6. Milliard Bedside Bassinet
Specs & Dimensions:
- Height: 40 inches
- Dimensions: 41 x 27 x 40 inches
- Weight: 25 pounds
- Recommended age range: Birth to 20 pounds
Like the Baby Delight Extra Tall Beside Me Dreamer Bassinet, this product can be used as a bedside sleeper or as an attached co-sleeper—as long as your bed isn’t taller than 31 inches high. The bassinet has three adjustable height settings to help you get the fit just right.
The Milliard isn’t fancy per se—it doesn’t have any sounds, lights or vibrations. But it’s a perfectly safe space for your little one, thanks to features like breathable mesh sides. It’s not wholly basic, either. The bassinet does have storage pockets, as well as an included carry case. And since it’s so easy to assemble and disassemble, this portability is a really nice bonus for parents who plan to travel a lot. Alternatively, this bassinet is also a good option to keep at the grandparent’s house, since you can disassemble and stash it in its case when you’re not there.
Pros
- Budget-friendly
- Portable
- Can be used as a bassinet or co-sleeper
- Height adjusts to fit beds up to 31 inches
Cons
- No smart features like sounds or vibrations
If you’re still feeling a bit overwhelmed by all of the options, you can take comfort knowing that all of the bassinets on this list are perfectly safe sleep spaces for your little one.
To make your final decision, first, consider the height of your bed. If your bed is exceptionally tall, that might rule out a few options, like the Halo Bassinest. But if your bed is on the high end of average—or just over average height—you’ll have more options at your disposal. In that case, think about your lifestyle. If you want something that can help soothe your little one, you might try the 4moms MamaRoo, for example. Or, if you really want something budget-friendly and versatile, consider the Graco My View 4-in-1—you can’t beat the value, considering you’ll be able to use it multiple ways for years to come.
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