The Good

• Comfort & functionality: “We adore our Babyletto Kiwi!!! Getting the matching rocking ottoman was totally worth it for us.” (5 upvotes)
• Sleep-friendly: “It’s super comfy to sleep in when that inevitably happens!” (4 upvotes)
• USB convenience: “When I get nap trapped… I can charge my phone because of the USB port.” (8 upvotes)
• Strong early impressions: “I recently bought it and love it so far.” (5 upvotes)
• Easy to clean: “It is so easy to clean spilt milk off of.” (8 upvotes)

The Not So Good

• Safety recall issues: “This explains why our USB panel overheated and shut down a couple weeks ago.” (5 upvotes)
• Creaking noises: “Does anyone else’s Kiwi creak like crazy when shifting your weight? Drives me crazy!!” (5 upvotes)
• Fabric irritation: “The waterproof coating gives me a rash when my bare skin is exposed to it.” (4 upvotes)
• USB placement: “The USB plug… pokes up against your leg. Should’ve been on top of the arm or outside.” (6 upvotes)
• Mixed quality: “The fabric is so cheaply made… worst creaking after 9 months.” (4 upvotes)

Comparison to Alternatives

• La-Z-Boy: “We got the Casey rocking recliner… $430 at the time.” (10 upvotes)
• Chita Living: “We love it. It’s Greenguard Gold too.” (7 upvotes)
• Pottery Barn: “Pricey, but we kept reading awful reviews for cheaper ones so we splurged.” (7 upvotes)
• Monte Design: “Pricey but well made, and often on Rebelstork discounted.” (5 upvotes)

Tips and Tricks

• Choose forgiving fabrics: “The green will hide a lotttttt more—spit up, pee, vomit, denim transfer.” (10 upvotes)
• Ottoman add-on: “Highly recommend getting the gliding ottoman.” (5 upvotes)
• Registry discounts: Target and Amazon coupons help offset cost (10+ upvotes).
• Consider secondhand: Many users had success with Facebook Marketplace (12 upvotes).

The Verdict

The Babyletto Kiwi Electronic Power Recliner receives mixed reviews on Reddit. Many parents love its comfort, power recline, USB port, and easy-clean surfaces, but serious concerns exist around durability and price. Users frequently recommend trying it in-store, buying from authorized retailers, using registry discounts, or considering secondhand options.

Note: Some of the limitation mentioned Babyletto Kiwi Recliner has been fixed in the new plus version.

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