Baby & Family · Head-to-head
Babyletto Hudson 3-in-1 Convertible Crib vs DaVinci Kalani 4-in-1 Convertible Crib
Which should you buy? Our verdict on both, pulled from our full The Best Cribs: 4 Compared (and One to Skip) comparison.
The Hudson wins on the total package - solid wood, GREENGUARD Gold certification, four mattress heights, and a toddler kit already in the box. The Kalani delivers most of the same substance for less money and converts further, making it the smarter buy if the full-size-bed endgame matters more than looks.
Babyletto Hudson 3-in-1 Convertible Crib
Buy itThe design-forward convertible that includes its toddler conversion kit in the box - the rare crib that looks premium and plans ahead.
- Toddler bed conversion kit included in the box, so the next stage costs nothing extra
- Solid New Zealand pine with GREENGUARD Gold low-emissions certification
- Four mattress heights and a sturdy, wobble-free frame per owner reports
- Mid-century spindle design that owners consistently praise as nursery-defining
- Finish can scratch and show wear with rough handling, so it may not survive multiple kids looking new
- Stops at daybed stage - no full-size bed conversion like some rivals
DaVinci Kalani 4-in-1 Convertible Crib
Buy itThe long-running value champion: solid pine, GREENGUARD Gold, and a path all the way to a full-size bed.
- Converts from crib to toddler bed, daybed, and full-size bed - the longest runway here
- Solid New Zealand pine construction with GREENGUARD Gold certification
- One of the most-reviewed cribs on the market, with owners consistently reporting years of sturdy service
- Four mattress positions and a classic curved silhouette that fits most nurseries
- Toddler rail and full-size conversion rails are sold separately
- Some owners report rough edges or small shipping dents on arrival
Side by side
The 7 criteria below are the ones our full comparison judged every product on, narrowed to these two.
| Babyletto Hudson 3-in-1 Convertible Crib Our pick | DaVinci Kalani 4-in-1 Convertible Crib | |
|---|---|---|
| Our verdict | Buy | Buy |
| Best for | Parents who want a modern statement crib with the toddler transition already paid for | Value-focused parents who want one bed frame to last from newborn to big kid |
| Price tier | $$$ · premium | $$ · mid-range |
| Conversions | Crib → toddler bed → daybed (kit included) | Crib → toddler bed → daybed → full-size bed (kits sold separately) |
| Material | Solid New Zealand pine, painted/stained finishes | Solid New Zealand pine, painted/stained finishes |
| Mattress positions | 4 | 4 |
| Low-emissions certification | GREENGUARD Gold | GREENGUARD Gold |
| Toddler rail included | Yes | No, sold separately |
| Finish durability (owner reports) | Good, though scratches can show | Good, occasional rough edges out of the box |
| Assembly and handling | Straightforward one-person job | Straightforward assembly |
Which one is right for you?
Pick the Babyletto Hudson 3-in-1 Convertible Crib if
parents who want a modern statement crib with the toddler transition already paid for.
Know before buying: finish can scratch and show wear with rough handling, so it may not survive multiple kids looking new.
Pick the DaVinci Kalani 4-in-1 Convertible Crib if
value-focused parents who want one bed frame to last from newborn to big kid.
Know before buying: toddler rail and full-size conversion rails are sold separately.
The bottom line
Our overall pick is the Babyletto Hudson 3-in-1 Convertible Crib - The design-forward convertible that includes its toddler conversion kit in the box - the rare crib that looks premium and plans ahead. Choose the DaVinci Kalani 4-in-1 Convertible Crib instead if value-focused parents who want one bed frame to last from newborn to big kid.
Want the full picture, including the other options we compared and the popular one we'd skip? Read the complete The Best Cribs: 4 Compared (and One to Skip).