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April 18, 2019 by Mommy Tea Room

HALO Bassinest Reviews – A Thorough Guide

HALO Bassinest best co sleeper
HALO Bassinest best co sleeper

A lot of you have requested a thorough review on the HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper after reading our "Best Baby Bassinet For Infants & Newborns" article here, so that's exactly what we have done! 

This review looks at the Bassinest thoroughly, including breaking down the differences between the different models that the brand comes out with, so that it helps your decision-making an easier process. 

Quick Navigation
​1. HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Essentia Series
​2. HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Premiere Series
​3. HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Luxe Series
​4. HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Luxe PLUS Series
​5. HALO Bassinest Premier Bassinet System with Organic Mattress & Sheet

​1. HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Essentia Series

HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper Bassinet

Let's start off with the HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper Bassinet - Essentia Series, the most basic model out of all the HALO Bassinest series. Mind you, it is nothing basic like what you may have in mind. 

First off, it swivels 360 degrees, which is a feat only the HALO Bassinest has among all the other top rated bassinets in the market to date. This allows easy access for parents (especially mothers who just had a c-section) to get in and out of bed conveniently. In fact, we think it is the best bassinet for c section recovering mothers because you know, mobility is limited when you're nursing your wounds to heal. 

Clinically proven to reduce colic and discomfort**, the Anti-colic baby bottle helps your baby sleep well and digest properly. Unlike other bottles, the Airflex venting system reduces air ingestion. As your baby feeds, the valve that is integrated into the nipple flexes to allow air into the bottle to prevent vacuum build up and vents the air to the back of the bottle. It keeps air in the bottle away from the baby’s tummy to help reduce gas, spit-up and burping.
HALO Bassinest swivel

Another feature that makes the HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper the best co sleeper bassinet is that its clever design and small footprint allows you to have it as close to your bed as possible (the legs/base can be tucked under the bed) so that baby can sleep right next to you, but is still confined within his own separate sleep area. This reduces the risk associated with bed-sharing, which we know many of you are worried about. 

The side walls of this bassinet are made of mesh so that maximum breathability is provided to your little one, in addition to allowing you a clear, visible view of baby as you lay side by side each other.

The patented walls can also be lowered so that it is easy for you to tend to baby without having to get out of the bed, or even lift yourself up from your sleeping position. It will return back to its upright position automatically to ensure baby always sleeps safely, so you don't need to fret out each time wondering if you've pull it back up. If you'd prefer to keep it upright all the time, you can lock it to your desire. 

The HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper Bassinet - Essentia Series fits most beds 22 -34 inches tall with its adjustable base, so it should be suitable for most households (unless you have your bed customised). Recommended as one of the safest alternatives to bed sharing by the CJ foundation for SIDS, it is truly the best bassinet you can get for your little one.  

Philips Avent Slow-Flow Nipples are a dual-hole extra-soft silicone nipple intended for infants older than one month, yet they can be used by breastfed babies of all ages. Working with your baby's natural feeding rhythm, the nipples let your baby control the flow, which can help reduce overeating and spit-up.
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For the following HALO bassinet reviews, we suggest reading the one  above first because they all share the same basic features that many of you love, but the following series have extra add-ons that may appeal to some parents (with some others thinking it not necessary). 

​2. HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Premiere Series

HALO Bassinest - Premier Series

The HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Premiere Series, as you can tell from its name, is a premium version of this top baby bassinet. It has all the features the Essentia Series has, the difference? It comes with 2 storage pockets instead of 1, and it requires 3 AA batteries (not included).

Clinically proven to reduce colic and discomfort**, the Anti-colic baby bottle helps your baby sleep well and digest properly. Unlike other bottles, the Airflex venting system reduces air ingestion. As your baby feeds, the valve that is integrated into the nipple flexes to allow air into the bottle to prevent vacuum build up and vents the air to the back of the bottle. It keeps air in the bottle away from the baby’s tummy to help reduce gas, spit-up and burping.
HALO Premier

Of course, the distinction doesn't stop there. The Premiere Series is equipped with nightlight, nursing timer, 2 levels of vibration and music sounds - all controllable within the pictured remote attached to the side wall of the bassinet. 

Now you may ask, do you need these features? While they are not a must, they do provide convenience to your life to a certain degree. Parents found that the nightlight helps navigating to baby easier at midnight, as there's no need to switch on the bedroom lights and wake your partner up. The nursing timer helps to regulate baby's feeding sessions and this in turn keeps breastfeeding mothers' supply level steady. 

In terms of its vibration and music function, parents have found them to be effective in calming their fussy baby, as well as soothing him/her into a deep sleep faster. There are three music modes to choose from - lullabies, nature and womb sounds so use one that works best to soothe your baby. Trust us, the slight vibration plus womb sound work wonders as they mimic the environment your newborn is familiar with for the past 9 months in your tummy. 

So, halo bassinets essential vs premiere - what's the verdict? Given that the price difference between the Essentia and Premiere Series is not that big (sometimes, deals like this even matches Essentia's price), parents often find themselves leaning towards the HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Premiere Series more. If you have a particularly fussy newborn, this may be the best bassinet for you.  

Philips Avent Slow-Flow Nipples are a dual-hole extra-soft silicone nipple intended for infants older than one month, yet they can be used by breastfed babies of all ages. Working with your baby's natural feeding rhythm, the nipples let your baby control the flow, which can help reduce overeating and spit-up.
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​3. HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Luxe Series

HALO Bassinest Luxe Series

Next on our halo bassinest swivel sleeper reviews is the Luxe Series. You guess it right, this is an upgrade from the Premiere Series, with the addition of a floor light and storage caddy. 

Clinically proven to reduce colic and discomfort**, the Anti-colic baby bottle helps your baby sleep well and digest properly. Unlike other bottles, the Airflex venting system reduces air ingestion. As your baby feeds, the valve that is integrated into the nipple flexes to allow air into the bottle to prevent vacuum build up and vents the air to the back of the bottle. It keeps air in the bottle away from the baby’s tummy to help reduce gas, spit-up and burping.
HALO Luxe

The floor light is particularly useful and better in terms of helping you see without disturbing baby. This is because the light is shone directly towards the floor and away from your baby. It also helps you navigate around the room better without tripping over random objects in the middle of the night. 

And don't underestimate the storage caddy included in this series, it comes in very handy to store your baby's essentials so that you can reach out for them right at your fingertips. It is an item sold separately otherwise, so if you really add everything up, the Luxe Series is actually pretty reasonably priced.

Of course, it all depends on whether or not you think such add-ons are necessary. Nonetheless, if it fits within your budget, the HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Luxe Series is the best baby bassinet with additional features you can enjoy thoroughly. 

Philips Avent Slow-Flow Nipples are a dual-hole extra-soft silicone nipple intended for infants older than one month, yet they can be used by breastfed babies of all ages. Working with your baby's natural feeding rhythm, the nipples let your baby control the flow, which can help reduce overeating and spit-up.
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​4. HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Luxe PLUS Series

HALO Luxe Plus

We know what you are thinking (it's a question we often get asked as well) - halo bassinest luxe vs luxe plus, what is their difference? 

Clinically proven to reduce colic and discomfort**, the Anti-colic baby bottle helps your baby sleep well and digest properly. Unlike other bottles, the Airflex venting system reduces air ingestion. As your baby feeds, the valve that is integrated into the nipple flexes to allow air into the bottle to prevent vacuum build up and vents the air to the back of the bottle. It keeps air in the bottle away from the baby’s tummy to help reduce gas, spit-up and burping.

The Luxe Plus has everything the Luxe has, with the addition of a fitted sheet and mattress pad. Perhaps the biggest distinction between the two, visually, is that the Luxe Plus uses a gray melange fashion fabric with sleek white base, which is a deciding factor for some parents who goes for the aesthetics. 

We wouldn't bore you with the same details of other features, but if you are looking for a bassinet that you can use straight out of the box, the HALO Bassinest Swivel Sleeper - Luxe Plus Series is the best cosleeper bassinet for you because the sheets and mattress pad that comes with it allow you to do just that (and they are of superb quality)!

Philips Avent Slow-Flow Nipples are a dual-hole extra-soft silicone nipple intended for infants older than one month, yet they can be used by breastfed babies of all ages. Working with your baby's natural feeding rhythm, the nipples let your baby control the flow, which can help reduce overeating and spit-up.
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​5. HALO Bassinest Premier Bassinet System with Organic Mattress & Sheet

HALO Bassinest Premiere Organic Sheet

Last but not least, this one - the HALO Bassinest Premier Bassinet System with Organic Mattress and Sheet. 

This is the most premium model out of all the HALO Bassinest line, and the biggest distinction is definitely the whole organic material that it employs in the mattress and sheet included. Doesn't sound like much? Well, it is definitely worth the extra price, if your little one is allergy-prone.

Clinically proven to reduce colic and discomfort**, the Anti-colic baby bottle helps your baby sleep well and digest properly. Unlike other bottles, the Airflex venting system reduces air ingestion. As your baby feeds, the valve that is integrated into the nipple flexes to allow air into the bottle to prevent vacuum build up and vents the air to the back of the bottle. It keeps air in the bottle away from the baby’s tummy to help reduce gas, spit-up and burping.
HALO Premier Bassinet System Mattress

The mattress provided is fully organic and made with eco-friendly foam, with coordinating organic cotton sheet that is hourglass-shaped to fit the mattress. 100% pre-shrunk with 200 thread count, the sheet is cover with a food-grade, water-resistant coating that is easy to clean. And oh, it has an envelope design to ensure it doesn't come loose, which may post a hazard to your little one. 

GOTS and Oeko-Tex certified with no flame retardants, no vinyl, no PVC and phthalate-free, you can be sure the HALO Bassinest Premier Bassinet System with Organic Mattress and Sheet is 100% hypoallergenic and safe for your little one. An investment worthy to make for your allergic little one, if you'd ask us! 

Philips Avent Slow-Flow Nipples are a dual-hole extra-soft silicone nipple intended for infants older than one month, yet they can be used by breastfed babies of all ages. Working with your baby's natural feeding rhythm, the nipples let your baby control the flow, which can help reduce overeating and spit-up.
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