That was insane. Thanks a lot wasn’t expecting that much to be honest 😅 I was just looking for a specific brand review and came across cross this video.
What a great video, thank you! Love the details you mention in your videos - very helpful! For example, pointing out things like those little legs at 7:40 can create a gap between the tower and the counter. One thing I wanted to point out though is that it could be a con as well as a pro. The pro is that there won’t be any squished fingers!
Avenlur historically is a dupe brand - they basically take quality/trending products and recreate them for less. I've never had first hand experience with any of their products, but looking at the 3-in-1 what concerns me is the cut outs (similar to why i only recommend the Guidecraft with slots) that could be used for climbing/foot holes. I'd compare it's dimensions to the guidecraft and would feel wary about the lack of reviews. Generally speaking their 1:1 comparison on towers with reviews are about 4.3 vs 4.6/4.7 of the Guidecraft ones. So just stuff to consider in making your choice!
If I was choosing between those two, I would ask myself: How much space do I have? (Sprout has a much smaller footprint) Do I need any extra furniture for my little one to sit at and eat or do art (like do you have a kids table set up for them already, because if you do or plan to get one with multiple chairs in the future the piccalio wouldn't provide as much value). In terms of stability and safety for a 15 month old though, the Sprout 10000% is safer.
I'm not totally sure which one you're referring to, but the blog post has links to them all with multiple retailers (if available) to get the best price!) www.theconfusedmillennial.com/how-to-choose-the-best-toddler-learning-tower-when-to-start-using-one/
Thank you for this great video! It’s so helpful and I’m strongly considering one of the ones you recommended (probably the Picalio, but maybe now that Etsy one because 🤩). One I have seen online a lot and liked is the Learning Partners Explore and Store. I was just wondering if you’ve ever come across it and if so, how you think it compares to these others or if there’s a reason you don’t recommend it? Thanks again!
Of course! That etsy one is SO gorgeous haha I have come across it! There are a lot of dupes for it on Etsy too - though I dk if they have the foldaway step like Learning Partners does or the tip-resistant feet... It's a great pick! I just prefer Sprout's to it in terms of comparable foot print/compact size because I like the enclosed sides more. But Learning Partners is a great brand and that'd probably be my budget alternative pick/runner up to the one's on the list! I just couldn't give it a "best in class" for anything specific. And for anyone just reading comments, this is the one we're talking about: bit.ly/3UbipK0
@@ladykerra If you have the space, Guidecraft (24x24 ish footprint) - his height will work in his favor for getting in and out of it, but will still last a longggg time; but if you need smaller footprint, Sprout (~18x18 footprint discount code TCM) which does have an adjustable height (but it is a little tricky).
I cover that pretty in depth in the blog post (linked in description). In short: check manufacturer's recommendations is always going to be the safest thing to do; but also it depends on the style/your kid and your family. The guidecraft one I personally felt comfortable with both of my kids in around 10-11 months but would never use the others (other than Sprouts) that early. All of that nuance is in the blog post though about how to introduce etc if I didn't cover it in the video.
For 18 month old boy I’d probably go with the guildecraft if your kitchen has space. You can fold it up pretty easy when not in use and it’s pretty secure. The foldable piccalio another decent option but at that age he may try to hang and swing from the top rail Lastly thr sprout has one of the smaller footprints and is pretty secure but you can’t fold it to put it away if you ever want
The best review on YT or anywhere for that matter. Thank you so much! I'm leaning towards that sprout one, found one very similar on etsy for $100 cheaper!
That was insane. Thanks a lot wasn’t expecting that much to be honest 😅 I was just looking for a specific brand review and came across cross this video.
What a great video, thank you! Love the details you mention in your videos - very helpful! For example, pointing out things like those little legs at 7:40 can create a gap between the tower and the counter. One thing I wanted to point out though is that it could be a con as well as a pro. The pro is that there won’t be any squished fingers!
Thanks for this review!!!! It was super helpful!!!
Glad it was helpful!
Any love for the Avenlur 3 in 1 stand?
Avenlur historically is a dupe brand - they basically take quality/trending products and recreate them for less. I've never had first hand experience with any of their products, but looking at the 3-in-1 what concerns me is the cut outs (similar to why i only recommend the Guidecraft with slots) that could be used for climbing/foot holes. I'd compare it's dimensions to the guidecraft and would feel wary about the lack of reviews. Generally speaking their 1:1 comparison on towers with reviews are about 4.3 vs 4.6/4.7 of the Guidecraft ones. So just stuff to consider in making your choice!
@ thank you for getting back to me so quickly. I’ll definitely take all that into consideration.
Hello, what would you recommend for a 15 month old? I'm debating between Piccolo (the one that convert into a table) and Sprout
If I was choosing between those two, I would ask myself:
How much space do I have? (Sprout has a much smaller footprint)
Do I need any extra furniture for my little one to sit at and eat or do art (like do you have a kids table set up for them already, because if you do or plan to get one with multiple chairs in the future the piccalio wouldn't provide as much value).
In terms of stability and safety for a 15 month old though, the Sprout 10000% is safer.
Hi, do you have the link for the convertible one in wooden color? Thank you!
I'm not totally sure which one you're referring to, but the blog post has links to them all with multiple retailers (if available) to get the best price!) www.theconfusedmillennial.com/how-to-choose-the-best-toddler-learning-tower-when-to-start-using-one/
Thank you for this great video! It’s so helpful and I’m strongly considering one of the ones you recommended (probably the Picalio, but maybe now that Etsy one because 🤩). One I have seen online a lot and liked is the Learning Partners Explore and Store. I was just wondering if you’ve ever come across it and if so, how you think it compares to these others or if there’s a reason you don’t recommend it? Thanks again!
Of course! That etsy one is SO gorgeous haha
I have come across it! There are a lot of dupes for it on Etsy too - though I dk if they have the foldaway step like Learning Partners does or the tip-resistant feet... It's a great pick! I just prefer Sprout's to it in terms of comparable foot print/compact size because I like the enclosed sides more. But Learning Partners is a great brand and that'd probably be my budget alternative pick/runner up to the one's on the list! I just couldn't give it a "best in class" for anything specific.
And for anyone just reading comments, this is the one we're talking about: bit.ly/3UbipK0
Hii, for apartament, little space, wich you recomend?
How old is baby and is it the last?
@@confidentlymom I had the same question. My baby is 14 months old but is very tall.
@@ladykerra If you have the space, Guidecraft (24x24 ish footprint) - his height will work in his favor for getting in and out of it, but will still last a longggg time; but if you need smaller footprint, Sprout (~18x18 footprint discount code TCM) which does have an adjustable height (but it is a little tricky).
Is there a specific age requirement for these towers? For example, how do I know when my son is ready to use one.
I cover that pretty in depth in the blog post (linked in description).
In short: check manufacturer's recommendations is always going to be the safest thing to do; but also it depends on the style/your kid and your family.
The guidecraft one I personally felt comfortable with both of my kids in around 10-11 months but would never use the others (other than Sprouts) that early. All of that nuance is in the blog post though about how to introduce etc if I didn't cover it in the video.
hi so i have a small kitchen but my son is a pretty big boy at 18 months, what would u recommend for bigger children?
For 18 month old boy I’d probably go with the guildecraft if your kitchen has space. You can fold it up pretty easy when not in use and it’s pretty secure.
The foldable piccalio another decent option but at that age he may try to hang and swing from the top rail
Lastly thr sprout has one of the smaller footprints and is pretty secure but you can’t fold it to put it away if you ever want
The best review on YT or anywhere for that matter.
Thank you so much!
I'm leaning towards that sprout one, found one very similar on etsy for $100 cheaper!
Awe thank you! Can you send me the shop name? I have etsy picks in the blog post and would love to add it
@@confidentlymom Sure! The name is ---> woodeczka
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