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Ingenuity Comfort 2 Go Portable Swing Review

A space-saving swing that's lower in quality
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ingenuity comfort 2 go portable swing baby swing review
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Price:  $90 List
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Manufacturer:   Ingenuity
By Molly Bradac & BabyGearLab Review Team  ⋅  Aug 10, 2023
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RANKED
#7 of 8
  • Quality - 35% 3.0
  • Entertainment - 35% 3.0
  • Portability - 20% 9.0
  • Assembly - 10% 8.0

The Skinny

Among the competition for the best baby swings, the Ingenuity Comfort 2 Go Portable Swing is a convenient travel-friendly option. Still, it didn't impress us, especially as other products offer more functionality and features. It provides standard entertainment features like different speed settings and music to create a fun experience. It's also easy to assemble, which may appeal to parents who appreciate a straightforward setup. But that's about it. The product's quality leaves us wanting more. While it may be a short-term solution, we are not quick to recommend it to family and friends. With better-performing options in the lineup to help soothe and entertain your baby, we suggest looking elsewhere.
REASONS TO BUY
Space-saving
Lightweight
Easy to assemble
Inexpensive
REASONS TO AVOID
Flimsy
Lower quality
Editor's Note: As of August 11, 2023, we updated the Ingenuity Comfort 2 Go Portable Swing gear review as the baby swing review received an update with several new products, including this contender.

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Bottom Line A travel-friendly swing that's basicA big baby swing packed with exciting entertainmentA traditional baby swing with a more extended usage rangeA space-saving baby swing ready for travelA baby swing for travel or for those on a tight budget
Rating Categories Ingenuity Comfort 2... Ingenuity InLighten... Graco Simple Sway S... Ingenuity Portable... Graco Slim Spaces
Quality (35%)
3.0
6.0
5.0
4.0
5.0
Entertainment (35%)
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Portability (20%)
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Specs Ingenuity Comfort 2... Ingenuity InLighten... Graco Simple Sway S... Ingenuity Portable... Graco Slim Spaces
Manufacturer Usage Range 0-9 mths 0-9 mths; maximum weight 20 lbs 5.5 lbs - 30 lbs, or once your child attempts to climb out (approximately 9 mths), whichever comes first 0-9 mths; 6 lbs - 20 lbs, or once your child can sit up unaided, whichever comes first 5.5 lbs - 25 lbs
Weight 7 lbs 17.9 lbs 17.2 lbs 8 lbs 13 lbs
Dimensions 28.74"L x 22.64"W x 26.77"H 31.89"L x 42.13"W x 40.94"H 30"L x 31"W x 38"H 22"L x 23.5"W x 23"H 39"L x 23"W x 29.5"H
Harness 5-point 5-point 5-point 5-point 5-point
Power Source Battery USB Cord (wall adapter not included), Battery AC Adapter or Batteries USB Cord (wall adaptor not included), Battery Battery
Number of Speed Settings 6 6 6 5 Roller switch with infinite speed settings
Sounds 12 melodies 20 melodies, nature sounds, white noise 10 songs, 5 sounds 8 melodies, 3 nature sounds None
Motion Front to back Side to side, front to back (depending on seat position) Side to side Front to back Front to back
Fold Yes Yes, semi-fold No Yes Yes
Seat Rotate No Yes. Seat can rotate 180-degrees, so you can keep your baby in sight; 3 different directions. No No No

Our Analysis and Test Results

Ingenuity is part of Kids II, a company that creates baby products that fold in innovation, style, and functionality to support parenting needs and the different stages of childhood. Today, Kids II is a prominent player in the baby product industry, successfully bringing to market more than 400 unique baby and infant products.

Performance Comparison


The Graco Simple Sway Swing has a 5-point harness. There's no padding or material to cover the straps for extra comfort.
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Quality


Overall, the quality of this product is lower than most contenders, and it didn't leave a lasting impression. Being a lightweight product, it does not offer the same level of stability as full-size products. Compared to its sibling, the Ingenuity Portable Swing, it's less stable.

The swing is relatively low to the ground, and parents may need to lean over or sit on the ground when loading and unloading their baby. One drawback is the seat's upright incline and limited recline positions. It also folds in a clam-like fashion. We prefer a recline position that's flatter for infants for optimal positioning.

Despite not having top-quality materials, we do appreciate the cloth covering the plastic buckle, which can help avoid accidentally pinching a baby's skin when buckling them in. However, the shoulder straps have no padding or material for added comfort.

You can remove the lamb cushion on the Ingenuity Comfort 2 Go Portable Swing as your baby grows.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Entertainment


The Ingenuity Comfort 2 Go Portable Swing is equipped with basic entertainment features to engage and amuse your baby. However, it's not a standout contender in this metric. It offers six swinging speeds, several melodies, and two recline positions. It does not feature any vibration or lights. The toy bar isn't the most entertaining and can easily pop off.

ingenuity comfort 2 go portable swing baby swing review - being lightweight and foldable, the comfort 2 go is a portable swing.
Being lightweight and foldable, the Comfort 2 Go is a portable swing.
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Portability


The Ingenuity Comfort 2 Go Portable Swing excels in this metric. It's lightweight and easily folds, making it advantageous for families with limited space or who want to store the swing when not in use. We experienced no problems toting it around from room to room in its folded-up state. It also runs on batteries, adding an extra layer of flexibility as you will not need to worry about finding an outlet or being restricted by cord length.

ingenuity comfort 2 go portable swing baby swing review - the ingenuity comfort 2 go portable swing is a space-saving option.
The Ingenuity Comfort 2 Go Portable Swing is a space-saving option.
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Assembly


Assembling the Ingenuity Comfort 2 Go Portable Swing is straightforward, and the user manual provides easy-to-follow instructions. We think it's a good choice for parents who prefer a straightforward setup process.

The Ingenuity Comfort 2 Go Portable Swing is battery-powered.
The Ingenuity Comfort 2 Go Portable Swing is battery-powered.
The toy mobile on Comfort 2 Go is basic compared to other options.
The toy mobile on Comfort 2 Go is basic compared to other options.

Should You Buy the Ingenuity Comfort 2 Go Portable Swing?


You get what you pay for with this product, and it doesn't offer the same level of quality and features. Some baby swing contenders provide more value for a similar price point or slightly higher. We suggest going in that direction.

What Other Baby Swings Should You Consider?


For parents seeking a baby swing with better stability, more recline positions, and improved quality, the 4moms MamaRoo Multi-Motion may fit your needs. However, the Graco Simple Sway Swing is a more economical option and performs better. If you're looking for a travel-friendly option, the Graco Slim Spaces or Ingenuity Portable Swing provide a little more than this contender.

Molly Bradac & BabyGearLab Review Team
 

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