12 Best Baby Bouncers [Tested and Reviewed]

This baby bouncer by Ingenuity has both bouncing and rocking modes, so you can choose the one your child likes better. You can also lock it in place and use it as a chair. It has a five-point harness that covers both shoulders, both hips, and the crotch, securing your baby tightly in the seat, so you don’t need to worry about them wiggling out. In addition, there’s padding in the area of the stomach and crotch, so the belts won’t dig into their skin when they move around a bit.

It has strong non-slip grips and makes contact with the floor in two places in rocking mode and four places in bouncing mode, so it’s stable and doesn’t slide around much. In addition to two swaying modes, it also comes with toys and has a vibration feature. The toy elephant attached to the bar can be removed, so you can let them hold it or play with it when they aren’t in the bouncer.

On the other hand, there are a lot of steps to take off the cover, so it can be a bit of a hassle to clean. That being said, it is machine washable, so it’s relatively easy to clean in that regard. It weighs four pounds, seven ounces, so it’s relatively light and easy to move around the room. However, it can’t be folded up, so it’s not easy to carry with you when you go out. In addition to its safety features, it also has soothing features and helps keep your baby comfortable. It scored well in every category, so if you’re not sure which one to buy, take a look at this bouncer to start.

The Alpine Deluxe Portable Bouncer by Baby Delight is a bouncing type product. It can be adjusted to three different angles to accommodate the growth of your child. While the harness is only a three-point system, there are big pads over the crotch, stomach, and waist, so the belts won’t dig in when the child moves around. It has five non-slip grips on the bottom and has a large surface area in contact with the floor, so it doesn’t slide around and is very stable.

As for soothing features, it only has one mode, but it has moon and star toys on the toy bar that can be detached, so your baby can hold them and play with them anywhere. When it comes to temperature control, the mesh material keeps the seat from getting hot. Babies are prone to sweating a lot, so this is very important, especially if you live in a hot environment.

This product is easy to clean, as the cover is simple to remove and can be put in the washing machine. It only weighs four pounds, eight ounces and is four and a half inches thick when folded down, making it easy to store and highly portable. This product excelled in temperature control and portability, so this is a great choice if you live in a hot area or want to take it on the road regularly.

The Smart Steps My First Rocker Baby Bouncer by Baby Trend features both bouncing and rocking modes, so you can choose the one your child prefers. While it only has a three-point seat belt, it has a large pad around the crotch area, which prevents the belts from hurting your child if they stir. It has strong grips and two points of contact with the floor in rocking mode, or four points in bouncing mode, so it offers great stability and stays in place.

It has a rattle and a silicone mirror on the toy bar, both of which can be removed and played with even when they aren’t sitting in it. We found that the seating area doesn’t get very hot, making it comfortable for babies, who sweat a lot. We especially recommend this product to people living in hotter climates. The seat cover can be removed very easily and washed with the laundry, making it very easy to clean and maintain.

It’s a little on the heavier side, weighing five pounds, 11 ounces, and can’t be folded down, so it’s not the most portable option and not ideal if you lack storage space. All that being said, it has a number of soothing features and prioritizes your baby’s comfort, so it’s great if you want to use it while you do housework or take a shower.

The 2-in-1 Bouncer & Rocker Duo by Summer Infant Products has both rocking and bouncing modes, so you can set it to your baby’s preferred style. Despite having a three-point harness, it has a large pad over the crotch, which protects your child from the belts when they change their posture. When it’s in rocking mode, it doesn’t have any grips in contact with the floor, so it seems to slide around easily. In bouncing mode, it does have grips, and while they are kind of small, it’s relatively stable and stays in place for the most part.

It comes with stars and a moon hanging from the toy bar, which can be removed and played with in other areas, such as in their car seat when you’re driving. The mesh seating keeps it from warming up too much, making it comfortable for your child, especially if you live somewhere warm. However, the base sheet can’t be removed to wash, so it’s hard to clean. At only five pounds, nine ounces and four and a quarter inches thick when folded down, it’s very portable and easy to store.

With both bouncing and rocking styles available, the Baby Bouncer + Rocker + Seat by aden + anais can accommodate your baby’s preferred style. You can also lock it in place to stop the movement and use it as a chair. It has belts over both shoulders, both hips, and the crotch, securely keeping your baby in place and reducing the risk of them getting out of it. 

In rocking mode, it lacks grips and appears prone to sliding, but the grips do come in contact with the ground in bouncing mode, keeping it stable and in place even on flooring surfaces that are easy to slide on. It has soft dolls hanging from the toy bar, but they can’t be removed, so your child can only play with them when they’re in the bouncer. The seat cover is easy to take off and is machine washable, making it easy to clean and maintain. At 10 pounds, it's fairly heavy if you need to move it. But because it folds down compactly, storage is not a big concern.

This baby bouncer is unique for its removable unicorn head pillow. It only has a bouncing mode. It makes use of a three-point seat belt system, but it has large pads where the belts touch your child that protect them from rubbing. There are grips in three areas on the bottom, but the surface area in contact with the floor is relatively small, so it’s prone to sliding around on slippery surfaces.

As far as soothing features go, it has toys, music, and a vibration feature. It comes with a butterfly and unicorn dolls, which hang from the toy bar but can’t be removed. In addition, it only has a bouncing mode, so you can’t change it to rocking mode even if your child prefers it. That being said, it has great temperature control and keeps the seat from heating up too much, so you might want to consider it if you live in a place with hot weather. 

In addition, the seat cover comes off easily and is safe to put in the washing machine, so it’s easy to clean. It’s very light at only three pounds, making it easy to move around the room. However, it can’t be folded down, so it’s not great for people who want to store it and keep it out of the way when it’s not in use.

This product makes use of a bouncing, swaying style. It’s notable for its animal theme and colorful seat cover. While it only has a three-point harness, it has large pads over the crotch, stomach, and waist, so the belts don’t dig into your baby’s skin. It has four grips on the bottom, but the surface area in contact with the floor is a bit small, so it struggles to stay in place on slippery floor surfaces.

Looking at soothing features, it comes with a spinning toy on the toy bar and vibration features. However, it only has one swaying style, so it can’t be adjusted to your child’s liking. It does very well at controlling the temperature. The seat doesn’t heat up much at all, so it’s perfect for hot areas. On top of that, the seat cover is machine washable and comes off with ease, so maintenance is hassle-free. It’s easy to move around the house because it only weighs three pounds, 10 ounces, but it doesn’t fold down, so it’s hard to find a place to store it.

The Evolve 3-In-1 Bouncer by Ergo Baby is made to evolve with your baby's growth. It has three different height adjustment levels and can easily be adjusted with a foot pedal. It only has a three-point harness, but it has padding in the areas that come in contact with your baby’s body, so the belts won’t hurt them when they move. It also comes with a newborn insert, which helps babies who are only a few months old fit in more comfortably.

The bottom has a wide surface area, and it has non-slip grips, so it doesn’t slide around or damage the floor. However, it doesn’t come with any toys and only has one setting, so it lacks soothing features. The seat cover comes off easily and can be put in the washer, so it’s easy to clean and maintain. It’s a bit heavy at eight pounds six ounces, but it folds down to five and a half inches thick, so it’s easy to store.

Tiny Love’s Boho Chic 2-in-1 Rocker has only one movement mode. It can also be used as a chair if you lock it in place and can be reclined to three different angles. It has a three-point harness, but the padding around the crotch, stomach, and hips keep the belts from digging into your child. However, there are no grips on the bottom, which leads to sliding when the product rocks. In particular, it slides around easily on wood flooring, so you need to be careful not to scratch your floor.

It can’t be changed to bouncing mode, but it does have two different toys. They can also be removed, so your child can hold them as well, instead of just looking at them. We found this product easy to clean, as the seat cover has a zipper and can be removed easily. It’s also machine washable, so cleaning is a stress-free experience. It weighs a bit over seven pounds, but while it’s on the heavier side, it can fold down to four inches, making it easy to store.

The Bouncer Bliss by BabyBjörn is a bouncing-type product. It has a draping style and fits well around the head, back, and bottom. It only has a three-point harness, but it has large padding that protects your baby from the belts when they stir in the seat. It has four grips on the bottom surface, keeping it stable and preventing sliding. However, it doesn’t come with any soothing features like toys and only has one movement setting.

The seat cover doesn’t take much effort to remove, making it easy to maintain. The cover can also be washed in the washing machine, making things even easier. It’s lightweight at four pounds, 10 ounces, and folds down to four and a half inches, making it highly portable and easy to store. This might be a good choice if that’s what you’re looking for.