What is the difference between a cradle and a bassinet?

There are a few differences between a cradle and a bassinet. A cradle rocks from side to side to help soothe a baby. A bassinet is a stationary piece of furniture. Bassinets tend to be smaller, lightweight and often use organic materials, such as cane or wicker. Shop a wide range of high-quality cradles and bassinets from some of the world’s leading sellers on 1stDibs.