Diaper Rite brand products are sold exclusively at Diaper Junction. This is a brand I trust for consistent quality and great prices; we regularly use the covers, regular pocket diapers, cotton doublers, flat diapers and AIO’s. Today, my review is of something new: the Diaper Rite bamboo pocket diaper. I bought the “Rock It” print which is a bright and happy gender-neutral design:
Here are the basic features of the Diaper Rite bamboo pocket:
- Waterproof TPU outer
- Inner velour lining of 55% bamboo/25% cotton/20% polyester
- Two microfiber (80% poly/20% nylon) inserts, one small (5.5×12) and one large (5.5×14)
- Waterproof strip of TPU on the inside top of the waistband for extra leak protection
- Fits babies from 8 to 35 pounds by means of an adjustable, snapping rise
- The wings close with double snaps
- Back elastic
- Retail price is $11.95
Like our other Diaper Rite products, the bamboo pocket fits really well. The outer fabric is smooth and soft, it doesn’t bunch up or sag, and the leg openings aren’t too loose or too snug. I really like the stretchy wings and double snap fasteners, although they sometimes curl back at the edges.
I can use this diaper overnight for Erik with the large and small insert stuffed inside. This may or may not work for your baby. He is an average to moderate wetter, so the two microfiber pads hold him just fine. The good news is that with a generous pocket opening, you can stuff the Diaper Rite bamboo diaper with whatever you want (hemp comes to mind for a heavy wetter, and Diaper Rite also has bamboo doublers for $3.49 that will fit perfectly into this diaper)..
When I first saw “bamboo pocket diaper” on the list of new Diaper Rite products, I was intrigued and bought it so quickly I didn’t even read the description. So when the diaper arrived and had microfiber inserts it definitely aroused my curiosity. The bamboo is only in the lining of the diaper. After a minute of reflection, I realized that by using microfiber inserts instead of 100% bamboo inserts, Diaper Rite is able to keep the cost of this diaper down to $11.95. Other bamboo pocket diapers on the market are $15 to $25. With this one you can get some of the benefits of bamboo (a soft, silky fabric against your baby’s skin and an extra layer of absorption) without a high price tag.
As I mentioned above, you stuff whatever you like inside if microfiber isn’t your thing. Whether you use the synthetic inserts or not, the fact remains that you get an adorable, great-fitting bamboo-lined pocket diaper for under 12 bucks.
What I Like Best
- The bamboo velour lining is silky soft
- The waterproof TPU outer is softer than PUL
- Unlike “stay dry” microfleece or microsuede, the velour lining of this diaper is actually absorbent, so you get an extra layer of protection. If your regular pockets are not quite thirsty enough, this diaper might have the edge you need.
- Including microfiber inserts instead of bamboo inserts makes this the most affordable bamboo pocket diaper on the market
- It is versatile. Use it day or night. The pocket opening holds everything from prefolds to flats to microfiber, bamboo and hemp inserts. You can even use it as a bamboo-lined diaper cover.
What I Didn’t Like So Much
- The velour lining stains more easily than microfleece or microsuede
- The diaper is wide through the crotch; this may or may not be a drawback. It means you get a bigger opening to stuff things in (and fit your hand into), but it also means a little more bulk between the legs.
Here are some photos showing the fit on two different ages. Ingrid is 8 months old, about 15 pounds, on the short side but with fat little legs! Because she’s a smaller baby, I just use one insert (day time only). The rise is snapped down to the smallest setting.
Erik is two years old, about 27 pounds and a bit skinny for a toddler. He can wear it with 1 or 2 inserts inside. The rise is snapped completely open on the largest setting.
Thanks for reading my review of the new Diaper Rite bamboo pocket diaper!
One of you will win a diaper in your choice of color or print. Enter the giveaway using the Rafflecopter entry form below. This giveaway is open to US and Canadian residents and ends April 6th. Good luck!
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Our two year olds are roughly the same size. These would be great for my little guy to try out before it’s too late.
I love that there’s options to put into the pocket opening because we’ve invested in prefolds.
What is the difference between TPU and PUL?
They are both waterproof polyurethane fabrics; what sets them apart is how they are laminated. PUL is chemically bonded; TPU is heat bonded. In terms of feel, I find TPU to be more pliable, more soft and more flexible. ~Anne
I’ve never had much success with pocket diapers, I mainly use prefolds but these are cute and I like the idea that soft velour would be next to baby’s skin.
I have heard that TPU isn’t as “sturdy” as PUL (ex. more likely to delaminate). Any idea if this is true?
Hi Tara! I have also read that in one or two places, but have never seen any kind of evidence to back it up. I just read a blog post yesterday where a mother said her PUL diapers delaminated way BEFORE the TPU ones. Personally, I haven’t seen any difference in durability between our PUL and TPU diapers; both have held up well to washing in hot and machine drying on medium heat for years. ~Anne
This would be perfect for my granddaughter. I would love for her to have it and not do so many disposable diapers. I think her mom would give it a try! I know I could use when I have her.
I’m so glad that you have these reviews! I hadn’t really considered using pockets before, as I use primarily (Diaper Rite!) bamboo flats, but I’m planning to purchase a few of theses bamboo pockets now as “daddy diapers” or for the diaper bag.
That’s a really great idea, Rachel! And you could stuff them either with microfiber or your bamboo flats (I love those, too). ~Anne
I love the star print and have been wanting to try something with bamboo!
I’ve always wanted to try bamboo! I love that you can use these overnight, and honestly don’t mind a little bulkiness. I also love that it’ll fit for the entire diapering stage of your baby!
I always love seeing your diaper reviews because you have two cuties (different ages and build) to model them for you, which is so helpful.
Does Diaper Rite have plans to offer a bamboo insert option/diaper bundle? (i see they offer bamboo prefolds and doublers
Jenna, at this time the bamboo pocket comes bundled with 2 microfiber inserts with no option to substitute bamboo. But I can definitely make that suggestion; I think it’s a great idea! ~Anne
Bamboo is my favorite natural fiber for cloth diapers.I find that it is the best option for when my son gets a rash.Along with EVCO and Reese and Luke’s. I like the Odyssey print. I did not realize Diaper Rite hade prints as well.
I don’t have any pocket diapers yet, but I think I would like them better than AIO’s because you can unstuff them to make them easier to wash, and you can adjust the absorbency with different inserts. I love that this one is lined with bamboo valour. I would probably use a cotton/hemp insert or prefold instead of the microfiber inserts, but the cover alone is worth the price.
Great points you make, Theresa! I’ve also reviewed the Diaper Rite AIO and it does have a semi-attached soaker that you can lift up and stick a doubler underneath. It’s super easy to wash. ~Anne
Amethyst is a beautiful color!
Can’t beat the price. I’m really new to cloth diapers and started with AIO. I’m slowly branching out and have picked up a few pockets. Never thought I’d care for pockets because you do have to stuff them but I find I like them a lot more than AIO because I can customize them for the job more easily.
I’d go with blitzed, looks like a neat pattern 🙂
I’d choose Amethyst as the color. It’s so pretty. And these products are great quality for an amazing price. I love their prefolds and inserts.
Thanks for the review! We are still expecting our first but had added some Diaper Rite’s to our registry since they had the bamboo we are wanting to try out. It was great that you mentioned that they came with the microfiber inserts, so we won’t be surprised!
I would choose the ocean melody or whimsy prints. They are very cute!
I have been tempted to purchase some of these, but was hoping to win one! I love the print you chose.
I love the Whimsy print!
I currently own 2 pocket style diapers, both which are reserved for night use. One works awesome, and the other just okay. It’s currently 4:38 am where I live, and why I am up with insomnia is my toddlers night dialer leaked, bad! (fitted not pocket) So a third night option would be nice for us! Thanks for the review. =)
Definitely odyssey!
I’m surprised they fit an 8 month old on the smallest setting! My little guy is 5 months and he’s on the middle setting on all our OS diapers!
She’s short for her age, though. I do use the medium setting on some of our one-size diapers, it just depends on the brand. ~Anne
My favorite print is Rock-it. Adorable 🙂
Partridge and Ocean Melody are my favs 🙂
Ooh. I would take Midnight Plum or Whimsy.
I love the dotty print.
Midnight Plum is a beauty!
i’m liken Rock It!
I just love the county fair print. They have some cute diapers. I have never seen a diaper with a tpu outer or tpu. I wonder what the difference between pul and tpu are or are they they same just a difference in quality?
Sherry, they are both waterproof polyurethane fabrics; what sets them apart is how they are laminated. PUL is chemically bonded; TPU is heat bonded. In terms of feel, I find TPU to be more pliable, more soft and more flexible. ~Anne
I would choose the amethyst.
I think I’d choose the black diaper.
I love the Rock-it!
I like dotty
If I won, I would pick whimsy!
We don’t use pockets much, mostly prefolds and covers but it would be much easier for going out. I would take County Fair or Ocean Melody!
I’d pick chevy, but so many of the prints are so adorable!
Can I just say, what a cutie! Definitely hamming it up for the camera 🙂 Thanks for the review. It was interesting to read that only the lining was bamboo
Beth, she knows the drill by now 😉 Always good to hear from you and I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you. ~Anne
Thank you! Maybe she could teach my son how to take pictures. He always closes his eyes 🙂
I like the star print. We are trying to abandon our microfiber and move towards all bamboo, so this would be a wonderful addition to our stash.
We have a baby due in 2 weeks and we are switching to cloth for this one. I’m really excited! These look like great diapers!
I would choose the Pacific color. Goes with almost everything little boy-ish!
Love the Odyssey and Ocean Melody Prints. Rock it is pretty cool too!
I have yet to try bamboo!
I have a Diaper Rite AIO, and love it!
I’d choose black.
Thank you for this post and the giveaway! I am expecting a little boy so would choose the little city print! I’m new to cloth diapering th diapering and have have never tried diaper rite!
Ooh, I’d choose midnight plum!
I would pick Ocean Melody- in a heartbeat! I have had my eye on it 🙂
I would choose Dotty, Midnight Plum, or Partridge. Love all 3 a lot!
I love how affordable these are for OS pocket diapers. Looking to start cloth diapering with my newest baby using pockets or AIO. I like the little city design or the Pacific for color.
So many prints to choose from! And looks like a great diaper for such a low price point!
I would choose Timberwolf color!
I love the Rock-It print you have pictured in your review and it’s the print I would pick if I won. My other favorite Diaper Rite print is Odyssey.
I really like this print, must be new! I think I may pick this one.
I think I would pick Rock It. Really hard to choose.
I like the Little City print. Haven’t tried a pocket diaper yet or anything diaper junction but I would live to try it. Already have tons of prefolds and flats for stuffing 😉
I would pick the little city print if I won!
I want that Blitzed print!
I love how economical these diapers are! So great when you’re starting a stash. I’d really like to have the Whimsy print. 😉
Mai Tai or Rainforest are beautiful colors!!! 🙂 I’ve always wanted to try their pockets.
I’d either get cobalt or “little city”…that print is new to me!
I love the blitzed print!
I love that it’s a fitted bamboo, I feel likw those are rare
I would get the Diaper Rite Newborn BAMBOO Pocket Diaper in Antigua
I like the whimsy pattern
Wow these look great, not worried about the bulk because i have a big baby already, i would be too worried of her growing out of them. I didn’t know these were so cost wise! I would def like to pick a print if I won one they are so cute!
Thank you for the opportunity to win this lovely giveaway! I think the bamboo diaper in Rainforest is beautiful!
I’m really liking bamboo I’ve got gro via pre folds I love them all keeps her dry
Love th Rock-it! print!! So cute…
I’d go with Mai Tai for my pink-loving boy.
Ocean melody <3
I like the Dotty print. I use pocket diapers but have never tried anything with bamboo.
If I won I would love to get the Rock It print. I think it is amazingly adorable and I think my little man would look great in it. 🙂
Love the price and the fun prints to choose from! I think I would choose a County Fair – so cute!
I’m still learning about cloth diapers, but all the other CD moms I know swear by them. I’d love to build a stash before the little one comes in July, so I’d happily take any prints!
I would pick whimsy for my baby girl if I win!
We love our diaper rite AIO’s. I had no idea until your blog that they had a bamboo variety. I thought I was done building my stash, but I think I’ll have to try these!
Do you think the velour lining will be too hot in the summer?
Since it is a bamboo/cotton blend, I think the fabric would be breathable. ~Anne