The Best Bedside Sleepers for Safe, Close Sleep

If you don’t want to be anchored to one room during naps or need to keep an eye on your baby while you sneak in a shower, the stylish Halo BassiNest Swivel Sleeper is a total lifesaver. It converts to a portable nest, letting your little one snooze or chill safely wherever you are. As one Babylist parent explains, “I had a C-section, so it was nice to be able to detach the basket and move it to the room I was spending time in during the day and then put it back overnight.”

DeLuca says this bedside bassinet also earns high praise from families, thanks to its unique 360° swivel feature, which truly makes a difference. It’s also the bedside sleeper she chose for her second child and the top pick among Babylist parents, with nearly 15% voting it as their favorite bedside bassinet in our annual Most Loved Baby Products survey. “You can easily pull your baby close from either side. It’s sturdy, the height adjustment works smoothly, though it’s definitely a bigger footprint in the bedroom,” she says. 

“It’s been one of the most useful items we’ve had—our baby sleeps in it every night,” adds another parent. “The design is practical and well thought out, especially for middle-of-the-night feedings, and it offers a safe and cozy space that helps both baby and parents sleep more soundly.” 

There are a few downsides to note. The BassiNest is on the larger side, and its splayed legs can make it tricky to tuck right up against your bed—or easy to trip over if you’re half-asleep. (The lower your bed frame, the bigger of an issue this will be.) And some parents have noted the bassinet can tilt slightly as babies get heavier.

Additional Specs

• Dimensions: 34” L x 34” W

• Bassinet Height: 23.5” to 30”

• Weight: 23 lbs

• Child Guidelines: up to 20 lbs; designed for newborns up to approx. 6 mos; stop using when baby can push up on hands and knees or roll over

• What’s Included: BassiNest base, portable nest, fitted sheet, waterproof pad

This budget-friendly bedside sleeper is a minimalist’s dream. It’s affordable, practical and perfectly functional to keep your newborn safe, cozy and close without breaking the bank. Bonus: no tools or complicated setup required! “Parents love it for the price point and reliability,” says DeLuca. “It's straightforward without a lot of bells and whistles, which some families actually prefer—fewer things to potentially break or malfunction.”

The Beside Me Dreamer anchors securely to your bed with built-in straps to keep it stable through the night and features a six-position height adjustment to fit most adult beds. Convenient zip-down sides allow for easy baby access, and a small, built-in storage pocket keeps the essentials (think wipes, diapers and burp cloths) close by for exhausted parents. “It was so convenient with the side coming down so I could easily lift my baby out of it for night wakings,” noted one parent in our annual survey. 

Because babies can be messy (hello, spit-ups and diaper blowouts), the included waterproof mattress cover provides an extra layer of protection and easily wipes clean, a nice perk.

Like all bedside sleepers that attach to an adult bed, note that this bassinet won’t work for all bed frames, especially taller ones. (If your bed sits lower to the ground like mine, however, it should line up nicely.) Some parents of picky sleepers note that the mattress feels a bit too firm, though Dr. Altman emphasizes that a firm, snug-fitting mattress is actually the safest place for babies to sleep. It also lacks wheels, but it’s lightweight enough and folds up for storage or travel

Additional Specs

• Dimensions: 37″ x 22.5″ x 30.75″

• Bassinet Height: Fits adult beds between 18.5” to 24” from the floor to the top of the adult mattress; features 6 adjustable heights

• Weight: 22.2 lbs

• Child Guidelines: up to 20 lbs or 0-5 mos; stop using when baby begins to push up on hands and knees or roll over (whichever comes first)

• What’s Included: Bassinet, mattress and removable and washable cover and sheet

Perfect for apartment living or smaller bedrooms, the Arm’s Reach Mini Ezee 2 in 1 Co-Sleeper packs impressive functionality into a timeless, compact design. “The company has been refining this design for years. It's compact but still functional, which is exactly what some bedrooms need,” says DeLuca. 

This bassinet fits neatly beside your bed without taking up too much room, and the generous built-in storage underneath, plus spacious side pockets, keeps diapers, wipes, swaddles and late-night feeding essentials organized within arm’s reach. The included carrying case makes it easy to stash away or bring along to a hotel, while two wheels let you glide it from room to room without breaking a sweat or your back.

“The best product I registered for is the Arm's Reach co-sleeper. It’s literally been a lifesaver as I adjust to newborn sleep patterns. I don’t know what I would have done without it,” says one Babylist parent. “The storage is amazing. It’s on both sides and it fits perfectly next to my bed. Also, my baby loves it.”

The biggest con of this bedside sleeper is that it isn’t height-adjustable. It can sit flush against most beds, but it may not line up perfectly with every bed height. (Leg extensions are available separately if you need a taller setup.) Some parents also find the single zipper on the bottom storage compartment a bit awkward to access, particularly in the middle of the night. 

Additional Specs

• Dimensions: 34” L x 20.5 W” x 32” H

• Bassinet Height: Fits adult beds up to 24” from the floor to the top of the adult mattress (leg extension kit sold separately for beds taller than 24”)

• Weight: 22 lbs

• Child Guidelines: 0-5 mos or until baby is able to push up on its own

• What’s Included: Bassinet, mattress, fitted sheet, travel bag, nylon strap and resistant plate and 2 wheels

This bassinet from Chicco combines the closeness of a bedside sleeper with the portability of a rolling bassinet, making it easy to keep your baby nearby—whether you’re folding laundry, washing dishes or chasing after older siblings.

As a bassinet, it slides neatly under your bed frame, and the adjustable height helps you align it perfectly with your mattress for safe, close nighttime access. The sides also lower easily, so you can reach or soothe your baby easily.

Parents also love the portability. “I loved that I could move it room to room and have my baby nap in different areas of the house if needed,” one Babylist parent shared. The dual-function handle and brake system keep it securely locked in place when you need it, specially handy when curious toddlers want to “help” check on the baby for the fifteenth time.

Another standout feature: a reversible mattress. One side is a cozy sleep surface; flip it over and it becomes a waterproof changing pad. “It also doubles as a changing table, which makes it last much longer than a traditional bassinet.” Add in built-in music, vibration, and a soft nightlight, and you’ve got a bassinet that covers those middle-of-the-night diaper changes and feedings without fumbling for your phone flashlight.

It’s definitely on the pricier side, but because you can use it well beyond the newborn stage, many parents say it’s worth the investment. Just note: it doesn’t have built-in storage for diapers or wipes, and it can be a bit harder to roll on carpet.

Additional Specs

• Dimensions: 33.5”L x 28”W x 46”H

• Bassinet Height: 24" to 33.5" (measured from floor to bottom of bassinet)

• Weight: 33 lbs

• Child Guidelines: Bedside sleeper and bassinet designed for infants up to 20 lbs or until infant begins to push up on hands and knees, whichever comes first; changing table is designed for children up to 35 lbs

• What’s Included: Bedside bassinet, fitted sheet and waterproof mattress