Babyletto Hudson 3-In-1 Toddler Bed Conversion Kit & Convertible Crib

Last updated: December 31, 2020

Babyletto Hudson 3-In-1 Toddler Bed Conversion Kit & Convertible Crib
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We looked at the top Cribs and dug through the reviews from some of the most popular review sites. Through this analysis, we've determined the best Crib you should buy.

Overall Take

Parents can rest assured that this crib is lead and phthalate-free. The crib itself is designed to transform from a crib to a toddler bed and then to a daybed for older children. This company even sells a line of matching dressers if you're interested in an entire bedroom set.

In our analysis of 220 expert reviews, the Babyletto Hudson 3-In-1 Toddler Convertible Crib placed 2nd when we looked at the top 14 products in the category. For the full ranking, see below.

From The Manufacturer

The best-selling Hudson’s iconic turned-out foot, rounded spindle design, and open silhouette make it a versatile choice for the modern nursery. Complete your nursery with the Hudson 3-drawer or 6-drawer dresser.

Expert Reviews


What experts liked

Solid and JPMA-certified. Mattress adjusts to 4 different positions to accommodate the needs of a growing infant.
The 54-pound Babyletto Hudson is another one that looks great, and will probably appeal to parents who like mid-century modern or Scandinavian design
It’s a bit lower in height than most cribs, which petite parents appreciate for easy access to the baby.
This baby crib is made with renewable New Zealand pine wood and is Greenguard Gold certified free of any toxins and chemicals for your baby’s safety.
- Safety
Parents can place the mattress at one of four different height adjustments in order to support growth appropriately until the child reaches 35 inches. It is a great customizable feature!
The baby crib’s thin spindles give your nursery an open and airy look — and help you see your baby from across the room — while still complying with crib standards that slats should be no more than 2.375 inches apart.
Not only is this one of the most stylish convertible cribs we found, but it’s the only one on our list that includes the conversion kit upfront.
The assembled crib is very sturdy and heavy, no worries about it creaking and flexing with a bouncy toddler!
What’s not to love about Babyletto’s Hudson 3-in-1 Convertible Crib? It’s made of nontoxic materials and sits on sturdy legs, making us inclined to list it among the safest baby cribs too.
We love that this particular set includes the conversion kit so you don't need to worry about purchasing the right add-ons for a toddler bed or daybed conversion.

What experts didn't like

Will not hold a traditional crib skirt, as there is a metal bar in the way.
But again, the price, at almost $400, is too high for many parents, especially since it’s made of the same soft New Zealand pine as cribs that cost half as much, and doesn’t have other special features.
Some customers complain of holes not lining up during assembly
Susceptible to scratches. More expensive.
The only downfall is the price, which tends to be a bit more than most other cribs on this list.

Our Expert Consultant

Kate Desmond 
Parenting Pro and Safe-Sleep Expert

Kate Desmond is a writer and infant safe-sleep expert. She has spent the last eight years working as the marketing director for Charlie’s Kids Foundation, a nonprofit that aims to educate families about SIDS and safe sleep. In that role, she travels around the country learning and educating caregivers and providers on the latest and greatest safe-sleep information to prevent infant death.

As mom to two elementary-aged daughters, she spends hours researching the best and safest products for her own kids. She is quick to get in the weeds with other mamas, and uses humor to cope with parenting woes from potty-training to teaching kids to read.

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