Best Moses baskets 2024: cosy, safe and portable picks for your baby's first bed

For a classic, high-quality palm Moses basket at a reasonable price, this one from Mumsnetter’s favourite Clair de Lune is hard to beat. Many don’t like the prospect of scratchy palm fibres next to their babies skin, and this Moses basket comes with a breathable cotton liner to protect those delicate newborn elbows.

Experts advise against loose covers for new babies, so you might want to dispense with the coverlet. The hood will come in handy on sunny days and the mattress is included with the bundle. Mumsnetters really rate Clair de Lune for its value for money and longevity, and this Moses basket comes with all the essentials for under £50. The only extra Mumsnetters think is best to get is a rocking stand, which is available separately.

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With its distinctive curved stand, the Shnuggle Dreami allows you to gently rock your baby to sleep. Thanks to easy-to-follow pictures, the Shnuggle Dreami Clever Baby Sleeper can be put together by one person and is very straightforward to assemble. Once the stand is set up, it takes seconds to fold, so it can be stored away without hassle when not in use.

It’s both bigger and sturdier than you'd expect and very functional too, with the plastic not only making it easy to keep the basket clean but much quieter so your baby can sleep undisturbed. Isn’t that what all new parents want?

Compact, lightweight and priced at just £25, this simple, minimalist Moses basket from Mumsnet-favourite Clair de Lune ticks all the boxes without breaking the bank. It's safe, breathable and simple enough to blend effortlessly with any choice of bedroom decor.

Sure, it's definitely not the fanciest on our list and you'll have to buy a stand separately if you want one, but at this price, it's a great option for anyone unsure how long their baby will fit into the Moses basket or if they'll even settle in it in the first place.

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Snuz says their Snuzbaskit is the Moses basket reinvented: “Bigger. Stronger. Lighter. More breathable.” It’s around 45% larger but 20% lighter than other Moses baskets, thanks to its unique recycled ‘Kinderfelt’ breathable fabric, mesh windows and 3D mesh mattress.

It comes with a sturdy, solid wood stand that folds away for easy storage and will elevate the Moses basket, making those night feeds that bit easier. The stand doesn’t rock, which could be a drawback for some. If you’re looking for a premium product that comes with everything you need at a reasonable price, the Snuzbaskit is a great choice.

Formerly known as the Moba, Tommee Tippee’s Sleepee basket is a flexible plastic basket with over 300 airholes to make it breathable. It’s easy to clean, comes with a stand that can rock or stay in a fixed positon, and has strong handles that won’t flop into the middle of the basket like a traditional palm Moses basket’s might.

Another benefit of a plastic basket is that it doesn’t rustle like a palm one, which is a real plus if your baby’s a light sleeper. Reviewers say it resembles a laundry basket, and we think this is the perfect use for it after your little one graduates into a cot!

John Lewis is a favourite with Mumsnetters thanks to their high standards, excellent customer service and prompt delivery. This simple Moses basket is a tasteful, plain take on the traditional basket, perfect for those who find the Clair de Lune baskets too fussy.

The basket is lightweight and easy to move around, and it comes with a cute, gender-neutral liner and a firm quilted mattress. Reviewers say it makes a great-looking toy basket once it’s no longer useful as a bed.

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For a great-looking Moses basket made from 100% organic, natural materials, this one from Little Green Sheep is a good bet. The basket comes complete with Mumsnetters’ best Moses basket mattress and an organic, cable knit liner.

At over £100 for a basket without a stand, it’s certainly pricey. But if green credentials are a priority for you, Little Green Sheep’s Moses basket is a winner.