Silver Cross Lunar vs Graco Sweet2Sleep: cual cuna colecho merece la pena?

COMPARISON · NURSERY & SLEEP

The bedside crib might be the single most practical purchase you make before your baby arrives. When the 3 a.m. feed comes and you can barely open your eyes, reaching across to lift your baby from right beside your bed rather than stumbling to a separate room makes all the difference. Two cribs keep appearing on UK registry lists and in parent conversations: the Silver Cross Lunar and the Graco Sweet2Sleep.

What makes this comparison worth your time is the price gap. The Silver Cross Lunar has an RRP of £175 (often found around £145 on sale) while the Graco Sweet2Sleep comes in at roughly £75, well under half the cost. Both promise safe co-sleeping, drop-down sides and breathable mesh panels. Both suit birth to approximately six months. The question is whether the Silver Cross name, bamboo-lined mattress and heritage finishing justify spending more than double, or whether the Graco delivers everything you actually need for less.

We looked at construction quality, mattress comfort, height adjustability, portability, and what real parents report after months of nightly use. Here is what we found.

Lil' Bubba's verdicts

• Best Overall Value: Graco Sweet2Sleep · 8.5/10 – double award-winner that punches well above its price
• Best for Premium Finish: Silver Cross Lunar · 7.5/10 – bamboo-lined mattress and heritage brand quality

Quick comparison

Feature	Silver Cross Lunar	Graco Sweet2Sleep
Price (approx.)	£175 RRP (~£145 on sale)	~£75–80
Height positions	7	11
Max child weight	9 kg	9 kg
Incline setting	2 positions	4 positions (standalone only)
Mattress	Bamboo-lined foam	5.5 cm aerated foam
Foldable	Yes (11 cm flat)	Yes (17.5 cm flat)
Wheels	No	Yes (4 lockable)
Storage	Shelf + side pockets	None
Weight	8.1 kg	8.6 kg
Awards	–	Gold, Mother & Baby 2024 & 2026
Warranty	3 years	2 years
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How we picked the 2

We started with every bedside crib available through joined UK retailers, then filtered for genuine in-stock availability, breathable construction, and compliance with the current BS EN 1130:2019 safety standard. The Silver Cross Lunar and Graco Sweet2Sleep rose to the top because they represent the sharpest versions of two distinct approaches: one premium, one budget. Both carry strong parent ratings and appear consistently on UK baby registries. We then cross-referenced real parent feedback from forums, retailer reviews and our community to build a picture of how each crib performs through months of nightly use.

What to look for in a bedside crib

A bedside crib needs to do three things well: keep your baby safe, make night feeds easier, and fit your bedroom. Here are the details that matter most once you are living with one.

Height adjustability. Your crib needs to sit level with your mattress for safe co-sleeping. More height positions mean a better chance of matching your bed precisely. A crib that sits even slightly lower or higher than your mattress creates a gap or a lip that makes transfers awkward and potentially unsafe.

Mattress quality. Your baby will spend more hours on this mattress than anywhere else in their first six months. Check the thickness, breathability and whether it carries an independent certification. A thin, hard mattress might technically meet safety standards but can leave your baby unsettled.

Drop-side mechanism. This is what makes a bedside crib different from a standard cot. The side panel should lower quietly with one hand, ideally without waking the baby you have just spent twenty minutes settling. Test how much noise it makes and whether it requires two hands to operate.

Incline option. If your baby has reflux or congestion, a gentle tilt to the sleeping surface can provide real relief. Not all cribs offer this, and those that do vary in how much incline they provide. Some cribs only allow incline in standalone mode, not when attached to the bed, so check which modes support it.

Portability. Will this crib stay in your bedroom permanently, or do you need to fold it for travel or move it between rooms during the day? Some cribs fold flat in seconds. Others are designed to stay put. Match the crib to your lifestyle rather than assuming you need maximum portability.

1. Silver Cross Lunar / 10 · Best for premium finish

Silver Cross has been making baby products since 1877, and the Lunar is their entry into the bedside crib market. It is a handsome piece of nursery furniture with a warm wood-finish frame, woven fabric sides, and a clean oatmeal colourway. The overall dimensions are 93 x 56.5 x 70.5 cm, with an internal sleeping area of 84 x 50 cm. But looks only matter if the crib performs where it counts: beside your bed at 3 a.m.

The standout feature is the natural bamboo-lined mattress. Bamboo is naturally hypoallergenic and temperature-regulating, which means it stays cool in summer and warm in winter without you needing to add or remove layers. The mattress comes with a removable, machine-washable protector included, saving you a separate purchase. Seven height positions let you match most UK bed frames, and the dual incline setting provides gentle relief for babies with reflux or congestion.

The drop-down side panel uses a zip-and-button mechanism that parents generally find quiet and one-handed. Two breathable mesh side panels provide visibility and airflow, so you can check on your baby without getting up. When you need to travel, the whole crib folds flat to just 11 cm and slides into the included travel bag, which is impressively compact for a full-sized bedside crib.

Storage is another area where the Lunar earns its price tag. A removable shelf beneath the crib keeps nappies, muslins and nighttime essentials within arm's reach, and side pockets add extra organisation. These practical touches make the difference between fumbling in the dark and having everything to hand. Silver Cross backs the Lunar with a three-year warranty, longer than the typical two years offered by most competitors.

What parents love

• Bamboo-lined mattress. The natural bamboo lining is consistently praised for keeping babies comfortable across seasons. Parents notice their baby sleeps more settled compared to basic foam mattresses.
• Travel-ready design. Folds to 11 cm with an included bag, making it genuinely portable. One parent told us: 'We took it to the grandparents every weekend without any hassle.'
• Under-crib storage. The shelf and side pockets keep everything within reach during night feeds. Parents say this practical touch alone justifies choosing the Lunar over simpler alternatives.
• Strong resale value. Silver Cross products hold their value well on the second-hand market, which reduces the effective cost of ownership over its six-month lifespan.

What to know before you buy

• Only 7 height positions. Compared to cribs offering 11 positions, matching your exact bed height can be less precise. Parents with non-standard bed heights occasionally find a small gap.
• No wheels. The Lunar stays where you put it. If you want to roll the crib between rooms for daytime naps, you will need to lift and carry its 8.1 kg.
• Fabric is sponge-clean only. The woven fabric sides look beautiful but are not removable for machine washing. The mattress protector washes fine, but the crib body itself needs spot-cleaning for inevitable milk spills.

Best for

• Parents who value premium materials and nursery aesthetics
• Families who travel frequently and need a genuinely compact fold
• Babies with reflux who benefit from the dual incline setting

2. Graco Sweet2Sleep / 10 · Best overall value

The Graco Sweet2Sleep is the bedside crib that keeps winning awards and confusing parents who assumed you had to spend more for quality. It took Gold at the Mother and Baby Awards in both 2024 and 2026 for best bedside crib, beating options costing two and three times as much. At roughly £75, it is the most affordable bedside crib in our comparison pool that does not compromise on the features that actually matter.

Where the Sweet2Sleep really stands apart is adjustability. Eleven height positions, ranging from 66 cm to 81 cm, give you far more precision when matching your bed than the typical six or seven offered by competitors. This matters because even a small mismatch between crib and bed height creates either a gap (safety concern) or a lip (awkward transfers). The 5.5 cm aerated foam mattress is surprisingly good for the price, with parents regularly praising it as thicker and more supportive than mattresses included with pricier rivals.

In standalone mode, four incline positions provide relief for reflux, colic and congestion. Note that the tilt function only works when the crib is freestanding, not when attached to the bed as a co-sleeper. Lockable wheels mean you can roll the crib to wherever you need it during the day, then lock it firmly in place at night. The folding feet are designed to tuck under divan-style beds for a flush fit.

The crib folds for travel and comes with its own carry bag, though at 17.5 cm folded it is not quite as flat as the Silver Cross Lunar. Breathable mesh sides on all four panels provide clear sightlines and steady airflow. The one-handed drop-side uses a single centre button that parents find genuinely operable while holding the baby, a detail that matters enormously during those bleary-eyed night feeds.

What parents love

• Unbeatable value. At roughly half the price of most branded bedside cribs, parents consistently call it the best value in the category. One parent told us: 'This is a must-buy, especially for first-time parents on a budget.'
• 11 height positions. More adjustment range than almost any competitor, making it compatible with a wider variety of beds including unusually high or low frames.
• Surprisingly good mattress. The 5.5 cm aerated foam mattress is regularly praised as thicker and more comfortable than those in pricier cribs. Multiple parents say their baby settled immediately.
• Double award-winner. Gold at the Mother and Baby Awards in consecutive years gives real confidence that the quality matches the hype.

What to know before you buy

• Cannot sit flush against a wall. The frame design means the crib must be either attached to a bed or freestanding away from walls. This is a dealbreaker if you want standalone use against a wall.
• No under-crib storage. Unlike the Silver Cross Lunar, there is no shelf or pockets for nighttime essentials. You will need a separate bedside caddy or table.
• Tilt only works in standalone mode. The four incline positions are not available when the crib is attached to your bed as a co-sleeper, which limits the reflux benefit for bedside use.

Best for

• Budget-conscious parents who want award-winning features without the premium price
• Families with non-standard bed heights who need maximum adjustability
• Parents who want to move the crib between rooms during the day

How to choose

If your priority is value and practicality, the Graco Sweet2Sleep is the stronger pick. It offers more height positions, lockable wheels, and a double award-winning pedigree at roughly half the price of the Silver Cross Lunar. The mattress is not just adequate but genuinely praised, and the savings could go towards a better cot mattress for the next stage.

If your priority is premium materials and nursery aesthetics, the Silver Cross Lunar justifies the extra spend. The bamboo-lined mattress is genuinely superior for temperature regulation, the under-crib storage is a nightly convenience winner, and the build quality reflects nearly 150 years of Silver Cross craftsmanship. It also folds flatter (11 cm vs 17.5 cm), making it the better travel option if compact packing matters.

Both cribs are suitable from birth to approximately six months (9 kg), both comply with BS EN 1130:2019, both feature breathable mesh sides and drop-down panels, and both include incline settings. You are choosing between two well-reviewed, safe options. The Graco wins on features-per-pound. The Silver Cross wins on materials and finish. Neither choice is wrong.

Add it to your Nest

Whichever crib you choose, add it to your free BubsNest registry so friends and family can chip in. A bedside crib is one of those essentials that makes a brilliant group gift, and sharing the cost means everyone contributes to something you will use every single night.