The Good

• Hands-free time: “I can finally eat a meal or just chill for a bit without having to hold the baby.” (27 upvotes)
• Daily utility: “We use it daily and bring it with us as a safe place to put baby whenever we go visit people.” (18 upvotes)
• Portable and travel-friendly: “It folds flat so I’ve taken it in the car when we travel.” (18 upvotes)
• Strong resale value: “I bought ours secondhand and intend to sell it for the same price.” (17 upvotes)
• Widely loved: “Got mine secondhand… a true lifesaver. I didn’t have it for my first and wish I had.” (41 upvotes)
• The Famous “Poop Chair” the most iconic theme across Reddit is its effect on digestion:
  • “We call it the poop chair.” (336 upvotes — the dataset’s top comment)
  • “Same, we call it the caca chair lol.” (18 upvotes)
  • “My friend calls theirs ‘the throne of destruction.’” (27 upvotes)
  • “When baby hadn’t pooped… time for the poop chair! Worked every time.” (97 upvotes)

The Not So Good

• High price: “Insane amount of money to pay, I agree…” (17 upvotes)
• Short usage window: “She tries to sit up in it—she’s 7.5 months—so we had to stop for safety.” (13 upvotes)
• Not universal: “My baby hated everything—bouncers, swings, etc. He loved being held 24/7.” (19 upvotes)
• Time limits: “Baby should only be in a bouncer for like 30 mins/day at most.” (14 upvotes)
• Supervision matters: “Under 4 months… any upright sitting can be dangerous. Baby should be supervised.” (29 upvotes)

Comparison to Alternatives

Cheaper Options

• Baby Delight: “It works fine… cannot justify the BabyBjorn price.” (18 upvotes)
• Ergobaby: “Similar to BabyBjorn… cheaper, especially when on sale.” (15 upvotes)
• Budget picks: “My Bright Starts bouncer was $30 and baby LOVED it.” (32 upvotes)

Quality Differences

• Better head support: “Our cheap Amazon one didn’t support her head. The BabyBjorn was a big upgrade.” (18 upvotes)
• Most durable: “I’ve had a few bouncers and the Baby Bjorn was the best.” (21 upvotes)

Tips & Tricks

• Contain blowouts: “We put a quarter of a pee pad where his butt goes so we don’t have to clean it each time.” (97 upvotes)
• Better diapering: “A cloth cover over disposables stopped our blowouts.” (22 upvotes)
• Pre-outing poop strategy: “Pop him in for a few minutes to see if he needs to poop before leaving.” (17 upvotes)
• Cleaning tips: “The cover comes off—I washed it hard… looks and smells as good as new.” (17 upvotes)
• If baby hates it: “Try again in a few weeks—mine didn’t like it until 3 months.” (69 upvotes)

The Verdict

Reddit parents overwhelmingly view the Baby Bjorn bouncer as a high-quality, high-utility product, especially when bought secondhand. Its convenience, portability, and infamous poop-stimulating powers make it a standout in daily baby care. While the price and limited usage window are common complaints, many families consider it a worthwhile investment thanks to daily use, ease of resale, and reliable performance. Moderation and supervision remain key, but overall, the Baby Bjorn bouncer earns consistent praise across Reddit.