9 of the best baby swings to keep babies happy

Balancing your children's happiness with daily chores can be one of the hardest parts of being a parent. We adore this baby swing for its smart technology features, which make it easier to manage household tasks while keeping your little one content.

The Munchkin Lightweight Baby Swing is equipped with Bluetooth, allowing you to play your family's favourite music from your phone while tackling chores like folding laundry.

With five speeds that mimic the sensation of being rocked, this swing ensures your little one stays happy and entertained, freeing up your hands for a well-deserved cup of tea. Should your baby become unsettled at that speed, you don't have to jump straight up because it has a remote control that can operate the swing speed and sounds.

We love this product's helpful timer, which is perfect for keeping an eye on how long your little one is in their chair.

Our real parent testers found that the swing was extremely effective in soothing and settling their babies.

Weighing just 4.1kg, it conveniently disassembles into two parts, so you can store it away or take it on your travels.

One grievance that our testers found was that the swing needs to be plugged in for operation; we wish that there was a rechargeable battery option because this would make it much easier to move the swing to different areas of the home.

One of our parent testers said: "The swing is lovely and soft and comfortable. The materials used will support your child, and the seat buckle fastener is easy to secure and keeps your child safe. Operation is very simple; it comes with a remote control, so you don't even have to get up to change the modes. The swaying and swinging are gentle and give a calming effect. My nephew loved it. There is also a touch panel on the base of the unit if you prefer to use that which lights up. This allows you to change the cycle, time and some media features like skipping the next track and changing the volume. The sound is good quality."

Read our Munchkin Bluetooth Enabled Lightweight Baby Swing review.

This super economical electronic Music & Sounds baby swing from Cuggl has everything you need to keep mother and baby happy. We love that it is priced at a lower cost compared to many other baby swings on the market with similar features, making it very budget-friendly.

Although you can't play your own music on this baby swing, it does have 12 soothing melodies and five natural sounds. Making it a perfect option for babies who love music. Similar to the previous product, it offers five swing settings, making it easier to find the right speed for your little one.

We also liked the neutral grey design, which is sleek and stylish. We found it blended seamlessly with our home décor. The cover is removable and washable, which is an absolute must-have feature in a good baby product.

Another feature we liked was the detachable toy bar, which comes with two toys. We hung our little ones' beloved soft and sensory toys, which helped to keep them occupied for longer.

As its name suggests, the Ingenuity ConvertMe 2-in-1 swing can go from a baby swing to a vibrating seat at the push of a button.

Gentle vibrations often soothe babies because it reminds them of the comforting sensations they experience in the womb.

Alongside the soothing nature sounds and melodies, this swing can help your little one feel calm and relaxed.

Some customers found that this swing was great for smaller spaces because it is narrower than other swings on the market.

However, because this swing doesn't plug into the mains, the batteries need replacing fairly frequently.

Comfort is one of the most important things to discover when you're selecting a baby swing because if your little one isn't comfortable, they won't enjoy using it. This Papasan-style seat offers exceptional cosiness, similar to an adult chair.

One feature we really like is the plush head support, which provides cushioning and support for the baby's head, neck, and upper body while also promoting proper body alignment.

However, our absolute favourite feature is the elevated design for parents who experience back pain or discomfort. Similarly, parents who are recovering from a cesarean section may find this aspect particularly helpful as it reduces the need to bend over, which can be challenging during the initial stages of recovery.

Unlike the previous products, unfortunately, this swing doesn't recline and a few customers wished that this was a feature.

From one of the most sought-after baby brands comes the Joie Serina 2-in1 swing rocker, a swaying baby swing that also doubles up as a bouncer when your little one gets a bit bigger.

We love that can lift off its base to become a portable rocker so you can conveniently take the baby room to room whilst you tackle chores around the house. There are six swing speeds, ten nature sounds and lullabies, and even a soothing soft night light with adjustable brightness.

Mum tester Claire said: "The Joie Serina 2-in-1 is such an amazing product! I was amazed at all the uses it has! My daughter loved the swing, and it's so clever that it can swing side to side and forwards and backwards. It was so calming and relaxing for my daughter. It's very clever that it can be plugged into the mains and battery operated if taken outside the home. It was a godsend as it kept my daughter calm and relaxed, and I was able to get on with the much-needed housework! We love, love, loved it! It's a great unisex design, so it can be used for boys or girls and very handy for baby number 2!"

Read our full Joie Baby Serina 2-in-1 review

One of the features that differentiate this 4moms mamaRoo swing from competitors is its ability to mimic the rocking and bouncing motion that the baby experiences in its parents' arms. Online parents have hailed this feature and claim it's the only way they get a few minutes rest; and we tried it, we agreed.

All its wonderful perks, like soothing sounds and various motions, can also be controlled via an app from your phone, so you might not even need to put that cup of tea down after all.

Although the Babymoov Swoon Motion baby swing only has two simple motions — side to side and back and forth — many satisfied customers have raved about how cosy and comfortable their babies are in it.

There are several different positions, and it also comes up quite high, so the baby can be right near you at sofa level and away from draughts (or curious four-legged friends).

Online parents also liked that the seat rotates 360, so you don't need to move the base when you are putting them in or taking them out.

If, like Mrs Hinch, your house is full of soft greys and pastels, this is the baby swing for you. Not only will it blend seamlessly with your home decor, but it is designed to take up less floor space - perfect for parents who love a minimalist living room.

While we like the cute elephant and monkey that come attached, we wish they could be swapped out for other toys.

A stylish and smart design makes this Maxi-Cosi Cassia baby swing perfect for contemporary homes.

It has a motion detection setting that activates the swing when your baby is fussy to give them the extra comfort they need when they become restless. Unlike most of the other swings on our list, this baby swing offers a lay-back option, which is great for newborns.

It has 360-degree rotation and 12 soothing sounds that can be activated with the easy-to-use touchscreen.

One feature that we really appreciate is that both mains and batteries can power this baby swing. Coupled with its lightweight design, it's an excellent choice for easy portability around the house.