Baby Wetsuit, Happy Nappy Costume or Baby Wrap: A Comparison Guide
Wetsuit |
Swimsuit |
Wrap | |
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Warmth |
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Sun protection |
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Leakage protection |
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Comfort |
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Ease of use (e.g. putting on/taking off) 0 = hardest 10 = easiest |
8/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Chlorine-resistant? |
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Price |
From £25.99 |
From £17.99 |
From £18 |
Warmth | |
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Wetsuit |
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Swimsuit |
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Wrap |
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Sun protection | |
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Wetsuit |
Made from super soft neoprene offering UPF 50+ sun protection |
Swimsuit |
UPF 50+ |
Wrap |
UPF 50+ protection from the sun |
Leakage protection | |
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Wetsuit |
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Swimsuit |
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Wrap |
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Comfort | |
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Wetsuit |
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Swimsuit |
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Wrap |
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Ease of use (e.g. putting on/taking off) 0 = hardest 10 = easiest | |
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Wetsuit |
8/10
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Swimsuit |
6/10
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Wrap |
9/10
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Chlorine-resistant? | |
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Wetsuit |
No additional chlorine protection included |
Swimsuit |
The soft nylon-Lycra top is chlorine resistant and manufactured to the highest standards. |
Wrap |
Neoprene |
Price | |
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Wetsuit |
From £25.99 |
Swimsuit |
From £17.99 |
Wrap |
From £18 |
Baby wetsuit or baby wrap
Similarities
- Maintains your baby’s core body temperature
- Made from soft material for maximum comfort
- UPF 50+ maximum sun protection
Differences
- Wetsuit prevents faecal leakage—baby wrap does not
- Wetsuit provides full body protection including arms and legs
Conclusion
If you’re concerned about faecal leakage, the Happy Nappy wetsuit offers a 2-in-1 solution without the need for added protection, whilst the baby wrap offers more freedom and movement.
Baby swimsuit or baby wetsuit
Similarities
- Both protect against faecal leakage
- Both made from soft materials
Differences
- Swimsuit is chlorine-resistant
- Wetsuit provides full body coverage
- Wetsuit provides UPF 50+ maximum sun protection
- Wetsuit has an easy-to-use zip-opening back
Conclusion
The baby swimsuit is perfect for indoor swimming as it offers chlorine resistance and prevents leaks. However, the baby wetsuit provides maximum sun protection and full body coverage. If you’re looking to take your baby on a summer holiday and splash about in the sea, the wetsuit is the swimming costume for you.
Baby swimsuit or baby wrap
Similarities
- Both made from soft materials
Differences
- Wrap can provide additional warmth
- Wrap provides sun protection
- Swimsuit protects against faecal leakage
- Swimsuit is chlorine-resistant
Conclusion
The baby wrap and wetsuit are perfect for an outdoors setting such as a lake or sea. This is because it provides extra warmth and sun protection. Baby swimsuits are great for swimming lessons as they protect against faecal leakage and are resistant to chlorine.
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