Encourage Safe, Independent Play with Our Top Play Pens
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As a parent, you want your little one to have a safe place to play, whether that’s in your family room or your backyard. These top play yards make it easy for your little one be safely independent while you take care of other responsibilities. Along with safety features, we’ve considered portability (for travel and storage), durability, budget-friendliness, and ease of cleaning while choosing the play yards on our list. Which one is your favorite playtime palace for your tot?
Best Play Yard of 2024 Nominees
ANGELBLISS Large Baby Playpen
Let your little one spread out and explore in this thirty-four-square-foot play area with three plush hanging toys for independent play. The robust frame is doubly reinforced with suction cups, and Velcroed corners add extra protection. Two zippered openings and snap design make this playpen accessible and portable.
Baby Delight Go With Me Deluxe Eclipse Portable Playard with Canopy and Pad
Your little one will enjoy extra padding for safe play at home or outdoors with the JPMA Certified Baby Delight play yard. A canopy covers 80% of the enclosure and is UPF 50+ protected. The removable fabric is machine washable and comes in five beautiful neutral colors.
Comfy Cubs Baby Playpen and Baby Gate
This aesthetically pleasing playpen and baby gate combo is made from natural wood with no paints, varnishes, or chemicals. The gate extends up to 228 inches and can be configured into a square or octagon. Foldable and portable, the playpen features a child-proof lock and latch door that can be opened with one hand by Mom or Dad.
Comfy Cubs
Evenflo Play-Away Portable Playard Deluxe
Let your little ones enjoy 15 square feet of portable space with the Evenflo Play-Away Portable Playard Deluxe. Thanks to a removable full- to half-dome canopy, you can let your kids enjoy the outdoors without worrying about the sun. Three sides of the play yard also have a pull-down shade for extra protection and privacy.
Fortella Cloud Castle
A great option for safe enclosure plus sensory stimulation, the colorful Cloud Castle includes a whiteboard and an activity wall for babies 6-24 months old. Handles along the top of the play pen allow for easy grasping for babies, and the sturdy design folds down compactly for parents. The scratch-resistant enclosure is great for indoor or outdoor play.
Graco Pack 'n Play® LiteTraveler™ LX Playard
With a one-step fold, this portable play yard from Graco makes playtime a breeze. A great option for outdoor (or indoor) play, the LiteTraveler™ LX Playard features a padded floor, removable UV 50 canopy, and travel bag. The zippered activity door is secure but easily accessible, and the durable fabrics are machine washable.
Happy Gira Baby Playpen
The Happy Gira Baby Playpen offers a nylon mesh enclosure with zippered doors for quick access. Easy to clean and budget friendly, it comes in several sizes and colors to fit your space and lifestyle. It’s light and portable and fits into a convenient case with handles, making traveling with your little one’s playpen a cinch.
HARPPA Baby Gate Playpen
Beautiful and eco-friendly, this sustainably sourced playpen is made from New Zealand pine wood with almost glue-free construction (so it’s chew friendly). An easy-access swing gate with a child-proof lock, child-friendly connectors, and suction cups for a non-slip base provide extra security. This Montessori-inspired playpen comes in four sizes to meet your space needs.
HARPPA Baby
Regalo 6-Panel My Play® Portable Play Yard
This JPMA Certified play yard is sturdy and durable and takes seconds to fold down. Its nylon bottom and water-resistant material make it a great choice for outdoor as well as indoor use. Want a little extra shade for your kids? Extend playtime with a canopy, sold separately.
Regalo Soft-Sided Playpen
The Regalo Soft-Sided Playpen features a simple design with a neutral color palette to seamlessly fit into your decor. This JPMA Certified playpen is fifty-one inches with an easy-to-clean nylon bottom and Velcroed fabric on its corners. Another plus is its affordability at under $50.
Safety 1st Instapop Dome Play Yard
Mainly for outdoor use, this Safety 1st play yard provides shade for your baby and cooling air flow thanks to a zipped cover and mesh sides. The lightweight play yard pops into place for quick setup. With waterproof fabric and a travel bag, it’s a great option when you’re on the go with your littles.
Summer Pop 'N Play Portable Playard
Lightweight and portable, the fourteen-square-foot Summer's Pop ‘N Play Portable Playard makes setup and takedown quick and easy. Thanks to its water-resistant canvas, it can be used indoors and outdoors. This budget-friendly option includes a travel bag with a shoulder strap, making it a convenient addition to your adventures.
The California Beach Co. Pop 'N Go Playpen + Playmat Pack
Completely covered with UPF 50+ protection, the Pop ‘N Go Playpen is bug free and water and sand resistant for a day of fun at the beach. Its pop-and-release technology with a safety lock makes setup a breeze. This portable playpen comes in several neutral colors to blend in seamlessly with your home’s color palette.
Toddleroo by North States Superyard® Indoor-Outdoor
Made for indoor or outdoor use, the Toddleroo play yard encloses up to five feet of space for play. Non-slip, non-scratch pads ensure a sturdy frame, yet the play yard is lightweight and easy to fold down. It’s budget friendly, comes in several color options, and doubles as a baby gate.
Toddleroo
Veer Basecamp
A complete enclosure that's insect resistant, the JPMA Certified Veer Basecamp is a perfect choice for outdoor use, whether your tot is playing in the backyard or at the beach. The removable UPF 50+ sun cover shields your little ones, and the storage bag with a shoulder strap allows for easy transport. It’s durable and water resistant for full days of outdoor exploration.
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