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Maya Wrap ComfortFit Sling Review

Easy to wear and adjust with comfort for baby but the fabric could be softer
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Price:   $95 List | $95 at Amazon
Pros:  Comfortable, easy to adjust, pocket
Cons:  Hang to dry, rough fabric
Manufacturer:   Maya Wrap
By Juliet Spurrier, MD and BabyGearLab Review Team  ⋅  Feb 19, 2018
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  • Child Comfort - 25% 8
  • Parent Comfort - 35% 9
  • Ease of Use - 30% 9
  • Ease Of Cleaning - 10% 6

The Skinny

The Maya Wrap ComfortFit Sling is a sling style carrier that works for babies from 8-35 lbs and is customizable enough for parents of different sizes within reason. This fabric sling has adjustment rings and a zippered pocket on the end for small storage. It is easy to get on, easy to adjust with your baby inside and very comfortable for both the wearer and the baby. This is probably not the best option for little ones with sensitive skin as the fabric is somewhat rough and itchy like a Mexican blanket. However, we love the simplicity and reasonable price of this easy to use sling that offers so much for parents and passengers.


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Pros Comfortable, easy to adjust, pocketEase to use, soft fabric, comfortableEasy to put on, super comfortable to wear, cozy for kidsComfortable to wear, machine wash and dry, cozyBudget-friendly, easy wrap, machine wash and dry
Cons Hang to dry, rough fabricPrice, extra hanging fabricLong drying time, lots of buckles and straps, expensivePrice, harder to adjust on the goSize specific, no adjustability
Bottom Line Easy to wear and adjust with comfort for baby but the fabric could be softerComfortable to wear and sit in, this sling is easy to use and cleanMost comfortable to wear with a cozy seat and easy attachmentComfortable carrier for parents and baby, but it's harder to use and expensiveInexpensive, easy to use, wrap style without the wrap hassle
Rating Categories Maya Wrap... Tula Ring Sling BabyBjorn One Tula Free-to-Grow Baby K'tan Original
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Specs Maya Wrap... Tula Ring Sling BabyBjorn One Tula Free-to-Grow Baby K'tan Original
Min/Max Weight 8 - 35 lbs 8 - 35 lbs 8 - 33 lbs 7 - 45 lbs 8 - 35 lbs
Carry Positions Facing In (0 - 3 mo) Facing Out (3 - 6 mo) Hip Carry (6 mo - 35 lbs) Facing In (8 - 35 lbs) Hip Carry (8 - 35 lbs *BGL recommends Head/Neck/Torso Control) Facing In (0 - 36 mo./33 lbs) Facing Out (5 - 15 mo./26 lbs) Back Carry (12 - 36 mo./33 lbs) Facing In (7 - 45 lbs) Back Carry (Head/Neck/Torso Control - 45 lbs) Kangaroo Position (8 - 35 lbs) Hug Position (8 - 35 lbs) Adventure Position (8 - 35 lbs) Explore Position (8 - 35 lbs) Hip Position (8 - 35 lbs)
Weight sm 0.92 lg 1.16 lbs sm 1.05 lg 0.97 lbs 2.26 lbs 1.25 lbs sm 0.89 lg 1.04 lbs
Packable Size Small Small Large Medium Small
Fabric Cotton, Polyester 100% Cotton Cotton, Polyester, PU Foam 100% Cotton 100% Cotton
Hood No No No Yes No
Storage Options Zippered pocket on tail None None Velcro pouch on waist belt Pouch on the belt.
Other Features & Notable None None Adjustable Seat Width, Oeko-Tex Standard 100, Class 1 Adjustable Seat Width, Oeko-Tex Standard 100, Class 1 Azo Dye-free
Included Accessories None None None None None
Optional Accessories Ring Covers, Wet Sac None None None None
Care Instructions Machine wash cold, hang dry. Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. Machine wash warm, hang dry. Machine wash cold, tumble dry low. Machine wash cold, tumble dry low.

Our Analysis and Test Results

The Maya Wrap company makes two different ring sling options. Their main goal is helping parents get things done with their babies by their side. The Maya Wrap company has been making slings since 1996 and is considered by some as one of the first mass-marketed baby sling carriers.

The Maya Wrap ComfortFit Sling is a cool carrier for babies from 8-35 lbs with a simple design and comfortable features for parents and babies.
The Maya Wrap ComfortFit Sling is a cool carrier for babies from 8-35 lbs with a simple design and comfortable features for parents and babies.

Performance Comparison


The bar graph below ranks each carrier we tested based on their overall scores. This includes the ComfortFit (in blue) which earned a second-place rank.


The sections below include the details of how the ComfortFit performed compared to the competition in each metric. The overall scores were calculated using the individual metric results with an emphasis on comfort and ease of use.

Our little testers seemed happy and content in the ComfortFit during testing.
Our little testers seemed happy and content in the ComfortFit during testing.

Baby's Comfort


The ComfortFit Sling earned an 8 of 10 for baby's comfort. This score is the high for the metric.


Little ones sit comfortably in this secure sling and can be pulled closer for comfort or given more room for movement as desired. The sling feels like a hammock inside with a form-fitting seat and it allows for a naturally rounded back position. Our tiny testers felt very content in the sling and many fell asleep during wearing. The only real downside is the fabric feels like a Mexican blanket and is thick and somewhat itchy feeling. We hope it softens over time but parents may want to consider some of the other fabric options when making a style or color choice.

The ComfortFit design has a gathering of fabric in the design that helps distribute baby's weight and keep the experience comfortable for parents.
The ComfortFit design has a gathering of fabric in the design that helps distribute baby's weight and keep the experience comfortable for parents.

Parent's Comfort


The ComfortFit Sling earned a place near the top of the pack with a 9 of 10 for parent comfort. The ComfortFit is a very comfortable option for parents.


The simplicity of the sling means you can tailor the size to fit your frame. The wider swath of fabric over the shoulder also means less of a pressure point supporting baby's weight. Being able to shift the sling forward or back or more on your hip allows you to shift baby around for your comfort should your body become fatigued on longer trips. You can also tighten the sling to bring baby closer to your body, which helps distribute the weight for easier carrying.

The ComfortFit is intuitive and simple in design with the advantage of a storage pocket which makes it easier to use than some of the more convoluted competition.
The ComfortFit is intuitive and simple in design with the advantage of a storage pocket which makes it easier to use than some of the more convoluted competition.

Ease of Use


The ComfortFit Sling earned a 9 of 10 for ease of use. It is by far one of the easiest carriers to use.


The ComfortFit is easy to put on and adjust while on the go and wearing your baby. It has one ring set and is relatively intuitive right out of the box, though the manual can be helpful in learning specifics and getting tips on safe babywearing, however, it makes a simple process seem more complicated than it needs to be. The ComfortFit can be put up and fitted before you put your baby inside and tweaks for comfort or fit are possible once the baby is on the inside.

The ComfortFit pocket can hold a diaper and smartphone or other small items you want to keep close by.
The ComfortFit pocket can hold a diaper and smartphone or other small items you want to keep close by.

The ComfortFit has a zippered pocket on the end of the sling fabric which is a useful place to keep smaller or lightweight items.

You can machine wash the ComfortFit on cold but you need to hang it to dry which could mean longer downtime between use.
You can machine wash the ComfortFit on cold but you need to hang it to dry which could mean longer downtime between use.

Ease of Cleaning


The ComfortFit Sling earned a 6 of 10 for ease of cleaning. Where it really shines is in the on the go spot clean friendliness.


This carrier is machine washable in cold water, but it needs to be hung to dry. Hanging to dry means this option could be out of commission for longer than you'd like leaving you without a carrier for multiple days depending on the ambient climate where you hang it.

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Accessories

  • Ring cover for the Mayay wraps give little ones a cozier place to rest their heads than on the rings.
    Maya Ring Cover — This simple fabric sleeve covers the rings of the sling for a cozier place to rest little heads while sleeping. The sleeve is machine washable and easy to use making it a useful and economical addition to any ring sling.

Other Versions

Maya Wrap Lightly Padded Ring Sling is padded on the shoulder portion of the sling for increased comfort.
  • Maya Wrap Lightly Padded Ring Sling — This sling is similar to the ComfortFit but has a padded portion of the sling that rests on parent's shoulder and back for added comfort where it is needed to support baby's weight.


— Juliet Spurrier, MD and BabyGearLab Review Team