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IKEA changing unit comparison: Which is the best?

IKEA changing unit: which is the best?

If you want to set up a practical and stylish changing unit, IKEA chests of drawers are one of the favourite solutions for many parents. The big advantage: many models - such as HEMNES, MALM or SONGESAND - are already in many households and can easily be converted into a fully-fledged changing unit with a matching changing table topper. The attachments are securely fastened, offer a generous changing surface and provide additional storage space for nappies, care products and other items. This gives you a stable, ergonomic and visually appealing changing solution without having to buy a completely new piece of furniture.

What's more, you can reuse the chest of drawers as a classic storage at any time after the nappy-changing period - sustainable, space-saving and budget-friendly. We have taken a closer look at the most popular models and tell you which is the best IKEA chest of drawers for nappy changing.

IKEA HEMNES as a changing unit

The absolute classic among the IKEA chests of drawers is the practical HEMNES. Parents particularly appreciate the generous storage space in the drawer and the optimum nappy-changing height of 96 cm. A matching changing table topper also creates a pleasantly large area for changing nappies.

With its classic Scandinavian design, the chest of drawers fits into many households and can be optimally adapted to your needs. The chest of drawers is made of solid wood and is stable and secure.

The large HEMNES chest of drawers - even more storage space

The large IKEA HEMNES chest of drawers with a width of 160 cm offers plenty of space so that clothes, nappies, care products and changing utensils can be perfectly organised. In combination with the changing table topper and our ADAPTA, it becomes a spacious changing unit. The ADAPTA can be flexibly positioned in the centre, flush left or flush right and closes the gap between the wall and chest of drawers that occurs with the wide HEMNES. This means you can also transform this HEMNES model into a changing unit in no time at all.

IKEA MALM with changing table topper

The classic MALM chest of drawers is a popular choice for minimalist interiors and offers plenty of storage space for nappies, clothes and care products with three spacious drawer. With a matching changing table topper, a practical changing area is created. However, the chest of drawers should always be attached to the wall as it can tip over more easily. The MALM chest of drawers with 4 drawer has a height of 100cm, which is the ideal changing height for most parents.

IKEA TYSSEDAL as a changing station

The TYSSEDAL chest of drawers impresses with its elegant design and fits perfectly into a stylish baby room. However, with its three drawer it offers slightly less storage space than other models. The height of 76 cm is also not ideal for many parents, as you have to bend down more when changing nappies. A matching changing table topper can extend the functionality, but the limited space remains a disadvantage.

IKEA SNIGLAR changing table

The SINGLAR model is one of IKEA's most affordable nappy-changing solutions and is particularly attractive for parents on a budget. The simple wooden frame is stable and functional, but lacks closed drawer for additional storage space. With a height of 87 cm, it is slightly lower than other nappy changing units, which can be uncomfortable for taller parents. In addition, the maximum load of 11 kg is limited, meaning that the changing table cannot be used for too long.

Which IKEA chest of drawers is best suited as a changing unit?

Which IKEA chest of drawers is best suited as a changing unit always depends on your individual needs: The size of the changing area, storage space requirements, existing furniture and personal preferences all play an important role. The IKEA HEMNES changing unit is popular with many parents because it offers robust solid wood, timeless Scandinavian design and generous storage space. However, models such as the IKEA MALM changing unit can also be easily transformed into a safe and ergonomic changing station with a changing table topper for IKEA. We compare the key data of the IKEA chests of drawers for nappy changing for you at a glance:

	HEMNES	MALM	TYSSEDAL	SNIGLAR
Height	96 cm	100 cm	76 cm	87 cm
Width	90 cm	80 cm wide	87 cm	72 cm
Depth	50 cm depth	48 cm depth	54 cm	53 cm
Storage space	3 large drawer	4 large drawer	2 small & 2 large drawer	1 board
Price	199,00 Euro	99,99 Euro	199,00 Euro	49,00 Euro

No suitable option? We have alternatives!

We show you a few changing stations as alternatives to the classic changing unit that are particularly space-saving. We make the comparison and look at the advantages and disadvantages of the best alternatives.

alternative changing stations