Fuzzibunz, now under new ownership by Louisiana-based CRG, has spent over a year reinventing the brand and their products, and sent me two complimentary samples of their one-size diapers to review.
Size small is made to fits 7 to 30 pounds and I tested this one on one month old Ingrid. Size large should fit 10 to 45 pounds – this one I tried on 22 month old Erik. This vibrant aqua shade is called “Caribbean.”
The new Fuzzibunz two-part one-size system replaces the Fuzzibunz Elite one-size diaper, which has been phased out. Below is a quick photo comparison between the old and the new.
Features and improvements include:
- More snaps in better placement, including a crossover option
- Rounded wings, instead of the triangular shape.
- Elasticized back pocket opening.
- Custom woven, reinforced fabric and heavier/more durable stitching.
- A contoured microfiber insert.
Here’s a collection of photos showing the new design and unique contoured inserts:
You’ll notice there are no snaps to adjust the rise of the diaper. This has always been a signature feature of Fuzzibunz one-size diapers, which adjust by way of buttonhole elastic inside of the leg bands. But don’t worry, because there’s not a learning curve. It works in the same way your toddler’s pair of adjustable jeans or pants do. If after a lot of use the elastic begins to stretch out, Fuzzibunz makes it very easy to replace it without having to sew anything.
From the very beginning, our size small diaper leaked from some of the seams (around the legs and where the tag was sewn on). I brought this to the company’s attention and sent the requested photos. The replacement diaper we received did not have this issue at all, so mutually chalked it up to a defect.
THINGS I LIKE
- The hourglass-shaped contoured inserts give more coverage than a typical rectangular insert, and are very absorbent. It’s sort like a fitted diaper that is absorbent around the wings and waistband, not just down the middle and back
- The leg openings are soft and snug, and the elastic gives you a more fine-tuned fit than a snap-down rise.
- The addition of crossover snaps for tiny newborns is a welcome feature.
- The Fuzzibunz warranty is good for 3 years on the snaps and 1 year on defective materials and workmanship.
THINGS I WOULD IMPROVE ON
- The small diaper is narrow in the crotch, about 4.75 inches. This makes it tricky to stuff. The larger diaper has a wider crotch (about 5.5 at the narrowest) but because the insert is much larger at both ends, it also takes some time to stuff and get it fitting just right in the front and back of the shell.
- The name is somewhat confusing, since these aren’t really “one size.” There are smalls and larges. Perhaps it would have made more sense to call them Elite 2.0 or something like that.
Fuzzibunz still sells the popular “Perfect Size” diapers, which start at size XS for newborns. If you’re curious to see how the XS Perfect Size compares to the new Small, check out the photos below. Both fit quite well, but the Perfect Size is less bulky in the front.
Here’s how the new Fuzzibunz fits on my toddler and my newborn (ok, she’s 2 months old but I like to think of her as new).
The small might actually fit your baby from birth to potty training if they start out small to average like Ingrid (7 pounds at birth). If you are getting started with cloth and have a bigger baby or toddler already, the large might be a better bet. You might also choose the large if your babies tend to be bigger-than-average at birth and fatten up really fast. 🙂
You can get the new Fuzzibunz one-size diapers at the introductory price of $18.45; eventually, the retail price will be $19.95. It’s available in 5 colors at the Fuzzibunz website, or select retailers like Kelly’s Closet (aff).
Very good review! Although, they kinda look like “china cheapies” now. I will have to give FB another try though.
They do look more similar to an “Alva” diaper now; the triangle tabs were a signature Fuzzibunz thing.
I’m very much enjoying my new FuzziBunz, too… but I really, really miss the old tabs. Like, a lot.
Thanks for posting the pictures. As you can see with the diapers on Eric, both the OS Small and OS Large will function well on him, the OS Small will fit him better. He’ll likely be able to train out of that diaper.
Thanks for the samples, Roy! We enjoyed the opportunity to try the new design. ~Anne
I think theses are just adorable! Thank you for taking the time to post the pictures!! And thank you for your feedback. It’s always great to hear what others opinions are on something you’re interested in!
Love checking out your reviews. We used disposable for our first child, but I wanted to start using cloth for the second, so I’m looking around to see what’s out there and learn as much as I can before the little guy gets here.
I love these. They are cute, durable, and environmentally-friendly.
I didn’t like the OS Elite, but this new small/large thing is intriguing! I may have to try the OS Small for my skinny minnie.
I really like the look if the new fb, but I think I will probably stick with their perfect size. I really like how trim the fit is – my 2 month old is in size small and so far I haven’t had to ‘size up’ her pants like I did when her big sis was this size wearing os diapers.
I really love these for the little ones, I love the support, the design and colors you chose in these.. I know my daughter uses diapers like these, and she really like them.. thanks for share and great review @tisonlyme143
I was a little confused about the 2 different sizes for a OS diaper! Thanks for a thoughtful review. Even though it sounds like its a little more difficult to stuff, I think I’d like the contoured insert too!
I really want to try the new ones thanks for the review
after trying several AIO brands I ended up stocking up and mainly using the fuzzibunz elite, if i ever have another baby i will probably stick with fuzzibunz again!
I think making the snaps crossover is a really great idea. It helps get a better fit on skinny waists. I have never been a huge FB fan. But I like the idea of 2 different one-size options for kids that are built differently.
My brother could really use this because he just had a baby.
These look really comfortable and are also super cute! I think that once you get the hang of them, they’d be fantastic.
Pineapple Fizz is such a pretty cheerful yellow.
I would love to try fuzzibunz. I hear great things about their diapers.
I would love to try a fuzzibunz diaper. Great review.
Great review, thanks! I love that size 1 and size 2 overlap in weight limit somewhat so you can try out one or other to see which one works better and I love the colors they gave you to try out works for boy or girl.
I’ve never used Fuzzibunz but I’d be interested to try out the elastic for resizing the rise instead of snaps. Seems like a smart way to do it!
I like that the inserts are hourglass shaped. My baby is a heavy wetter at night, so the more coverage, the better.
I love the idea of the elastic adjustments. I’ve had trouble with leg sizing on my toddler. I might have to give these a try.
I’ve had my eyes on these since I first learned about cloth. I love how they help you make them last for many years with easily replaceable elastics. The adjustment system is too cool.
I just love all the covers and the wonderful colors they come in and work so well.
My friend who has this diaper loves the elasticized back; she says it keeps the blow-outs controlled 🙂
I like that it is easy to replace the elastic! I also really like that Caribbean color! very pretty!
Love the color of this diaper. I think I’m becoming a cloth diaper addict!
their colors are fantastic. the carribean is adorable
This diaper looks really nice! I never tried the OS elite, but I did really like the OS diaper before that. I still have one in my stash bought over 4 years ago, and it has held up well!
I’ve heard great things about Fuzzibuns (one of my favorite vloggers loves them!) and we plan on making them part of our first stash. Thanks for the review!
Thanks for the review, I really like the idea of a cross over option since my little one has a small waist. We will have to give these a try, seems like a good design and an affordable price.
I’ve never used Fuzzibuns, but I think I may have to try them! I love that there are different sizes of one-size diapers! My little girl is tall & skinny, I can’t imagine that the same size diaper would fit her properly through potty-training that would fit a chunkier baby.
I have never used fuzzibunz, but I do love the crossover snap. I have a skinny guy and this might be the only way to get them to fit. I do love their colors and the names too
Just bought my first fuzzibuns yesterday! Im excited to try it out!
I’ve haven’t tried a Fuzzibunz yet, but I’d like to. I really like the feature of the contoured insert. I’m not sure how the buttonhole elastic would work. That would be something new to me. Thanks for the review.
I have never tried Fuzzibunz, but I like the idea of the contoured insert. I usually think of OS diapers fitting “birth to potty training” as they say, but these are more like Two-Size diapers.
I will be grabbing some of the new FB for our growing little stash. I like the hourglass contour shape.
I really like the idea of the hourglass insert. I have heavy wetters to any increase in absorbency is a plus for me! Thanks for the thorough review. 🙂
Thanks for the sizing information. I’m reluctant to get too many newborn diapers, since my DS was 9 lbs at birth and grew quickly. But I also worry about OS diapers fitting at the start. With the large size range, these might be a good option for us.
Im intrigued how their sizing fits. The size 2 sounds nice for bigger kids that take a little longer to potty train.
I think that the contoured inserts for extra protection and the warranty on snaps, materials, and workmanship sound like great features.
They are so cute!
Great info and some neat looking updates. Hope to give these a try soon!
Thank you for the great review and photos! Being very new to CLoth diapering, having ladies such as yourself make it 100x easier to know what I am doing and what to look for and what not to look for! It’s a huge blessing. 🙂
Thanks, Morgan! That means a lot! ~Anne
I like that the insert shape provides more coverage, but I can imagine that makes them hard to stuff. I hope they have a natural fiber insert option, microfiber just doesn’t get along with our hard water!
I am pretty new and have never heard of fuzzibunz. I love that it has the adjustable elastic
I like that there is the cross over snap option 🙂
When the diapers start leaking at the stiches run don’t walk to get them replaced. I started using my Fuzzibunz in September and some of them began leaking in March. Problem is I bought them in February. Does their customer service care. Nope. I spent a great deal of time and energy to determine that it was their product and not the way I was using them. Waste of time they leaked at the stiches no matter the inserts or how they are prepped. Roll the dice if you want or use a company that cares if it makes a faulty product.
Lisa, I let Fuzzibunz know about the leakage as soon as it happens, and sent pictures to document everything. They were prompt and very response, and I even got to talk with them over the phone. I’m sorry that you did not have a good experience, though! ~Anne