Carriers
Infantino Flip 4-in-1 Convertible Carrier
Our take
A very cheap carrier with four positions and an adjustable seat. Fine for occasional use, but less supportive for newborns and uncomfortable once babies pass about 20 lb.
8-32 lb4 positionsBudget
Consider instead: Ergobaby Omni 360 for all-day comfort.
Before you buy
Do you need it?Must-have Hands-free carrying helps with fussy babies and errands. Fit varies a lot by body, so try before you buy if you can.
Cost per monthAbout $1.25 a month over a typical 24 months of use. Our estimate; your use may be shorter or longer.
Secondhand?Fine secondhand. Fine secondhand. Check the buckles, straps and stitching, and search for recalls.
TipMany towns have babywearing groups or stores where you can try carriers on with a weighted doll.
What parents and testers say
Recurring praise
- Very cheap
- Four carry positions
Recurring complaints
- Less supportive for newborns
- Uncomfortable past ~20 lb
Our summary of patterns across the reviews and threads linked below, not quotes.
Materials & safety check
0 of 2 checks clear, 2 to know about.
PositionKeep baby's face visible and chin off their chest
RecallsInfantino recalled specific lots of three carriers in Feb 2020 (including the Flip Front2back) for buckle breakage; check your lot code
When to buy it
Registry
Try one on in a store if you can; fit varies by body
By 36 weeks
Practice with a doll or pillow
Weeks 1-4
Most wraps and slings work from birth; check minimum weight
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Sources
- Babylist: Best baby carriers of 2026babylist.com
- CPSC recall database: "carrier" recalls since 2020saferproducts.gov
- CPSC recall database: "Infantino carrier" recalls since 2020saferproducts.gov