I think it really depends on how big bubs is when born. Jesse was born 8lb 9oz and 52cm, so he was quite big to start with. We did find the cradle good as during the day we could wheel it out to the lounge room and he could sleep there infront of us.. BUT he was only in it for only 6 weeks as he just got too big and during his sleep he would get out of his wrap and hit his arms on the rails, waking him up. The day we put him in his cot, he slept like a baby, literally! He just looked to be alot more comfortable.

We were given his cradle and am glad i didnt buy one as i dont really think its worth the money, well it wasnt in Jesse's case.