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ALVABABY One Size Pocket Review

With an overall poor performance, we don't think this diaper is worthy of joining the stash
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ALVABABY One Size Pocket Review
Credit: ALVABABY
Price:  $9 List
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Manufacturer:   ALVABABY
By Molly Bradac & BabyGearLab Review Team  ⋅  Mar 23, 2023
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RANKED
#10 of 13
  • Absorbency - 35% 4.0
  • Fit/Leakage - 30% 5.0
  • Comfort - 20% 5.0
  • Ease of Use - 15% 4.0

Our Verdict

The ALVABABY One Size Pocket fits babies weighing 7 to 33 lbs. Compared to the best cloth diaper competition, the ALVABABY didn't impress much, falling below average in all of our tests. We don't think it provides enough functionality and absorbency to deserve a spot in your diaper stash. If cost is a driving force in your search for cloth diapers, other contenders deliver better performances at affordable prices.
REASONS TO BUY
Inexpensive
Double row of waist snaps
REASONS TO AVOID
Poor performance
Loose around the belly
Concave shape
Editor's Note: New products in the cloth diaper review on February 28, 2023, including the ALVABABY, led to a review update.

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Bottom Line This pocket diaper struggles to perform, making it one you can pass onIdeal for use in on-the-go cloth diapering, with a simple set up and cleaning routine, but the liner is free floating and single gussetA pocket-style diaper with notable absorbency but otherwise basic and difficult to adjustAn inexpensive set of pocket diapers to kick off cloth diapering, but it isn't the most absorbentWith an overall poor performance, it's hard for us to list any positives
Rating Categories ALVABABY One Size P... Flip with Stay Dry... Imagine Baby Pocket... babygoal Reusable Mama Koala 2.0
Absorbency (35%)
4.0
7.0
8.0
5.0
2.0
Fit/Leakage (30%)
5.0
7.0
5.0
6.0
3.5
Comfort (20%)
5.0
7.0
4.0
5.0
3.0
Ease of Use (15%)
4.0
7.0
6.0
4.0
5.0
Specs ALVABABY One Size P... Flip with Stay Dry... Imagine Baby Pocket... babygoal Reusable Mama Koala 2.0
Style Pocket Hybrid/AI2 Pocket Pocket Pocket
Tested Material Diaper Synthetic Fiber: Polyester Laminated to Polyurethane, Polyester, Nylon Synthetic Fiber: Polyester, Nylon, Spandex Synthetic Fiber: Polyester, Nylon Natural & Synthetic Fiber: Bamboo, Polyester, Polyurethane Natural & Synthetic Fiber: Bamboo, Polyester, Nylon, Polyurethane
Weight Range 7 to 33 lbs 8 to 35 lbs 8 to 35+ lbs 7 to 33 lbs 8 to 40 lbs
Gusset Single Single Single Single Single

Our Analysis and Test Results

Inspired by the world of top-ranked cloth diapers, particularly the versatility of cloth and the actuality that expense can hinder parents' ability to afford diapers, ALVABABY, a cloth diapering company, began in 2010. They offer affordable diapers in various prints, plus other baby-related products.

Performance Comparison


alvababy one size pocket
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Likes


Honestly, it's a struggle for us to detail likes about this diaper. The exterior is soft, we experienced no leaks during testing, and it has a double row of waist snaps that feel secure. If you're interested in other inserts, ALVABABY offers a few for an additional cost, so you can stuff this pocket diaper with any insert you choose.

alvababy one size pocket - we appreciate the double row of waist snaps on the alvababy.
We appreciate the double row of waist snaps on the ALVABABY.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Dislikes


A pocket diaper requires stuffing, which some users don't enjoy. To make matters worse, the elastic around the ALVABABY's pocket opening creates a tight space. Our tester's long sleeve repeatedly caught on the pocket opening when assembling this diaper. Therefore, stuffing this diaper, especially for those with big hands, may not enjoy this diaper compared to other pocket diapers with larger pockets.

We did not experience a satisfactory fit with the ALVABABY. The front portion of the waist was a little loose in our tests using a six-month-old who was 15 lbs. The elastic also sits tighter around the legs, and while a snug fit helps reduce the potential for leaks, it didn't seem comfortable.

The pocket on the ALVABABY is tight and small.
The pocket on the ALVABABY is tight and small.
The ALVABABY doesn't have a convex scoop design, which we prefer.
The ALVABABY doesn't have a convex scoop design, which we prefer.

Absorbency


The ALVABABY scored below average in our absorbency tests. Its filter paper result showed high saturation, suggesting it may be more bothersome than helpful in the absorbency department.


Microfiber is known for exceptional wicking and speedy absorption, and during the absorbency tests, the ALVABABY did absorb the mock urine quickly. However, liquid immediately ran into the gussets, and they were soaked. While they contained the mock urine, we think additional saturation may pose a challenge for this diaper.

alvababy one size pocket
Credit: Abriah Wofford

We value diapers with a scoop design, meaning it lays more convex than concave, which helps reduce the amount of liquid that flows to the sides. Unfortunately, the ALVABABY lays flat, which is why the gussets experience a concentration of saturation.

alvababy one size pocket - we did not have many positive experiences with the alvababy.
We did not have many positive experiences with the ALVABABY.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Should You Buy the ALVABABY One-Size Pocket?


The ALVABABY's price tag may catch your attention, especially if you're on a budget. But, we believe that diapering your baby can be enjoyable and easy with a good cloth diaper system. There are better-scoring yet affordable options in the lineup, so we think you're better off saving your money and investing in one of those options.

What Other Cloth Diapers Should You Consider?


Among the competition, another economical option includes the Flip with Stay Dry Insert. It's a hybrid system that does well across the board. Otherwise, consider the Rumparooz Pocket, a top-performing diaper with excellent absorbency, fit, and ease of use.

Molly Bradac & BabyGearLab Review Team
 

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