Thanks so much for the responses ladies. I was 100% convinced I wanted one, then saw one of the cradles and thought hmmm. Maybe I can hire a hammock and check them out before buying one - can't say I like the idea of my little one sleeping somewhere that who knows how many other babies have slept, pooed and spewed in though.

NaeNae - I really appreciate the honesty. Their comfort in the hammock is the main thing giving me concerns - I saw a picture of a bub probably 2-3 months old lying in one and she looked soooo uncomfortable - little shoulders hunched in. She just looked altogether squished. Maybe its a learning curve??